Jonas Hayes Leaving UGA for Xavier

ATHENS - Jonas Hayes won’t be sticking around for the start of the Tom Crean era at UGA. 

The former UGA player and assistant has taken the same position at the Big East’s Xavier both schools confirmed on Monday. 

"In the few short weeks that I've come to know Jonas and to work along side of him I became a big fan.,” Crean said in a statement. “We would have loved for him to stay, but we totally understand his desire to start a new chapter in his career at Xavier. Jonas leaves with our respect and thanks for all that he has done for UGA. He's got an excellent future, and he will always be a part of this university and basketball family.”