Corsicana, TX – While the Navarro College Men's Basketball program has made headlines with a strong incoming recruiting class, the Bulldogs will also lean on a battle tested group of returners for the upcoming 2025–26 season.
The returning core brings size, versatility, and valuable NJCAA experience, providing leadership for a roster that blends proven talent with fresh faces.
"Having a group of guys who already understand our culture and expectations is huge," said Head Coach Grant McMillan. "These players know what it takes to compete in this conference, and their leadership will set the tone for the year."
Player Profiles
- Liban Aadan – 6'6 | Guard | Sophomore | Geneva, Switzerland
Aadan returns as a versatile perimeter threat after averaging 5.1 PPG, shooting 44.3% from the field and 34.7% from three-point range last season.
- Mike Ratliff – 6'1 | Guard | Sophomore | Chicago, Illinois
A steady backcourt presence with 14 starts last year, Ratliff brings defensive toughness and on-ball pressure to the guard rotation.
- Jaquarious Patterson – 6'6 | Wing | Sophomore | Anderson, South Carolina
One of the Bulldogs' most consistent scorers, Patterson averaged 9.0 PPG while shooting 46% FG and an impressive 42% from deep, along with 4.0 RPG.
- Chase Nelson – 6'2 | Guard | Sophomore | Dallas, Texas
Nelson contributed 6.5 PPG, 2.4 APG, and knocked down 38.2% from three, providing valuable scoring and play making.
- Brave Rutsindura – 6'11 | Forward | Sophomore | Kigali, Rwanda
The Bulldogs' primary interior presence, Rutsindura averaged 2.6 PPG on 76% FG with 3.4 RPG and 18 starts, anchoring the paint on both ends.
- Tavariyuan Williams – 6'6 | Wing | Sophomore | Chicago, Illinois
A long and athletic wing, Williams returns looking to expand his role on both ends of the court in his second season.
With this combination of returning experience and new additions, the Bulldogs are primed for a competitive and exciting 2025–26 campaign.
