Name: Xavier Richardson
Sport: Track and Field
Title: Head Coach
Years coaching: 14 (four high school, two with the University of Virginia, six with UT Pan American, two with the program)
Hometown: Fredericksburg, Va.
What’s your favorite part of coaching Track and Field? “Probably just being out there and being involved in the sport I love.”
What’s your favorite place to eat off campus? “I would have to say Costa Messa on 10th [in McAllen] because I really like going there, I guess.”
How was the adjustment going from athlete to coach? “I can’t say it was that difficult. As an athlete, I loved track and field. Just carrying that passion over and not just doing it for myself, but to encourage others to do it, wasn’t much of a stretch. Getting used to the actual instruction and learning how to get people to perform was the hardest part.”
How do you feel coaching this team? “I guess it depends on the day. Every day that you get to go out there is a privilege. In my job, I get to wear T-shirts, shorts and tennis shoes every day. Just being out there on the track, in the sport that I love, is a blessing.”
Who is your favorite music artist? “Michael Jackson, because he’s the greatest entertainer of all time.”
Where would you go on your dream vacation? “I’ve always wanted to go to Tokyo. I’ve been to the airport and that’s about it.”
–Compiled by Sarah Carvajal
