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Jeff Xavier

b. 1985

Cape Verdean basketball player (born 1985)

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About Jeff Xavier

Born 1985. Jeff Xavier is an American basketball player and basketball coach.

Jeffrey G. Xavier (born 7 September 1985) is a former Cape Verdean basketball player, and current head coach of the New England Lightning of the American Basketball Association.

Background Born in the United States, he represented Cape Verde internationally.

He is a graduate of St. Raphael Academy in Pawtucket, and a 2009 graduate of Providence College.

Professional career In 2009–10 season he signed with Leche Río Breogán, team of LEB Oro. In the next season, he went to Cáceres Ciudad del Baloncesto of the same league. In 2011, Xavier signed with his third LEB Oro team in three seasons: Palencia Baloncesto.

National team career Xavier is a member of the Cape Verde national basketball team and played with them at the AfroBasket 2021 qualifiers.

Coaching career

Xavier has been head coach of the New England Lightning of the American Basketball Association since 2025.

Trophies CB Atapuerca LEB Oro: (1) 2012–13 Copa Príncipe de Asturias: (1) 2013

Career statistics

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Important facts

Born
7 September 1985, Pawtucket
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Basketball player, basketball coach
Nationality
United States, Cape Verde
Education
St. Raphael Academy, Manhattan University, Providence College
Awards
LEB Oro
Also known as
Jeffrey Nunes Xavier, Jeffrey Xavier

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Jeff Xavier?

Cape Verdean basketball player (born 1985)

When was Jeff Xavier born?

Jeff Xavier was born on 7 September 1985 in Pawtucket.

What is Jeff Xavier's occupation?

Jeff Xavier is a basketball player and basketball coach.

What nationality is Jeff Xavier?

Jeff Xavier is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jeff Xavier

· Wikidata: Q1763902

· DBpedia: Jeff Xavier

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