Xavier Ochu is a physical, tough-minded combo guard who brings strong two-way intensity and versatility to the backcourt. A powerful 6’1” guard with a strong frame, he plays with aggression attacking the rim, finishes through contact, and rebounds exceptionally well for his position. Defensively, he stands out with his lateral strength, active hands, and ability to pressure opposing guards full court.

Offensively, Ochu is most effective in transition, downhill situations, and secondary playmaking roles where he can use his athleticism and physicality. He competes hard every possession, plays with high energy, and impacts winning through hustle plays, perimeter defense, and toughness. His profile fits well as a defensive-minded guard capable of guarding multiple backcourt positions while providing slashing, rebounding, and intangibles at the professional level.

PLAYER’S DATA COURTESY OF EUROBASKET

Born: July 15, 1998 in Milton, ON
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Career:
2012-2015: Milton, ON / Bishop Reding Catholic Secondary School
2015: Milton Stags Youth Basketball Club
2015-2016: Milton, ON / Bishop Reding Catholic Secondary School: 27ppg
2016-2017: London, ON / Southwest Furfaro Academy: 25ppg, 10rpg, 5apg
2017: Northern Kings Amateur Athletic Union (AAU)
2017-2018: Started the season with College of Central Florida (JUCO), but DNP, in mid-season joined Dalhousie
University (CIS, starting five): 13 games: 10.0ppg, 5.5rpg, 1.7apg, 1.5spg, FGP: 53.9%, 3PT: 35.3%, FT: 84.2%
2018-2019: Dalhousie University (U Sports, starting five): 26 games: 8.8ppg, 5.4rpg, 2.0apg, 2.2spg, FGP: 41.3%, 3PT: 33.8%, FT: 64.0%
2019-2020: Dalhousie University (U Sports, starting five): 25 games: 9.0ppg, 5.0rpg, 1.7apg, 1.9spg, FGP: 46.1%, 3PT: 39.3%, FT: 70.6%
2020: Drafted by Edmonton Stingers (CEBL,3rd(18))
2020: Edmonton Stingers (CEBL)
2020-2021: Dalhousie University (U Sports): the season was canceled because of government lockdown due to covid-19 pandemic
2022-2023: University of Windsor (U Sports, starting five): 23 games: 12.7ppg, 6.4rpg, 2.7apg, 2.1spg, FGP: 47.9%, 3PT: 32.0%, FT: 68.4%
2023: Team Golden State (Eurobasket Summer League in Las Vegas, starting five): 12.0ppg, 5.7rpg, 3.0apg, FGP:
40.7%, 3PT: 42.9%
2023-2024: University of Windsor (Canada-U Sports, starting five): 16 games: 13.3ppg, 5.5rpg, 3.7apg, 2.0spg, FGP: 48.9%, 3PT: 26.0%, FT: 59.1%
2025-2026: In Jan.’26 signed at Sol Girones Bisbal Basquet (Spain-Segunda FEB): 9.0p 3.4r 1.8a
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Awards/Achievements:
HS All-OSBA second Team -2017
AUS Regular Season Co-Champion -2018
AUS Tournament Semifinals -2018
AUS Regular Season Runner-Up -2019
AUS Tournament Winner -2019, 20
U Sports Tournament Semifinals -2019
All-AUS Defensive Player of the Year -2020
AUS Regular Season Champion -2020
U Sports Tournament Finalist -2020
OUA West Division Regular Season Champion -2023
OUA Tournament Semifinals -2023