David West

David West is a two-time NBA All-Star and two-time NBA champion who transitioned from an impactful player to an advocate for collegiate basketball reform through the Professional Collegiate League. After a distinguished collegiate career at Xavier University, David West went on to become a two-time NBA All-Star and two-time NBA Champion before transitioning to an influential advocate for collegiate basketball reform. During his time at Xavier from 1999 to 2003, West received numerous accolades, including being named the Atlantic 10 Player of the Year for three consecutive years (2001-2003) and the Atlantic 10 Defensive Player of the Year (2002). In his senior year (2003), he earned the AP National Player of the Year award, the Oscar Robertson Trophy, and the Pete Newell Big Man Award, also securing Consensus First-Team All-American honors.

His career trajectory showcases a remarkable shift from elite athletic performance to impactful leadership and advocacy, continuing to influence the landscape of professional and collegiate sports.