10 Facts About Byron Larkin

Byron Larkin graduated in 1988 as the most decorated player in Xavier University history.

Byron Larkin was twice named the MCC Player of the Year, first as a sophomore in 1986 and then as a senior in 1988, and he was the first Xavier player to be named to a postseason All-America team.

Byron Larkin was a three-time First Team All-Conference performer and led the Musketeers in scoring for all four years.

Byron Larkin was later inducted into Xavier University's Athletics Hall of Fame.

Byron Larkin worked out for the Cleveland Cavaliers, Milwaukee Bucks and New Jersey Nets, but due to his size and inability to adapt to the NBA three-point line, teams did not show enough interest and he was passed up.

Today, Byron Larkin serves as the color commentator for the Xavier men's basketball team's radio broadcasts.

Byron Larkin is a financial adviser by day, a job which he has been doing since 1992.

Byron Larkin was enshrined in the Ohio Basketball Hall of Fame in April 2022 as part of the 2021 induction class.

Byron Larkin is the brother of Hall of Fame baseball player Barry Larkin, who played the shortstop position for the Cincinnati Reds.

Byron Larkin is the brother of Stephen Larkin, another former Major League Baseball player, and the uncle of Shane Larkin, a professional basketball player.