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Friar Family,
@THarknessStats joins me to discuss my thoughts from 395 in the middle of nowhere Connecticut in what I called “A Long Drive back from Mohegan”
open.spotify.com/episode/5msSkw…
@THarknessStats joins me to discuss my thoughts from 395 in the middle of nowhere Connecticut in what I called “A Long Drive back from Mohegan”
open.spotify.com/episode/5msSkw…
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The Friars are going to have an interesting situation at the 5 position coming up when Arrinten Page hopefully returns Saturday.
Depending on how Page plays - it will be interesting to see if Bannarbie locks up the back-up big role or continues the push to start. JB’s ability to score efficiently with limited plays run for him has been his calling card.
And does that mean Samson Aletan will continue to be the odd man out in a 4 out system
Depending on how Page plays - it will be interesting to see if Bannarbie locks up the back-up big role or continues the push to start. JB’s ability to score efficiently with limited plays run for him has been his calling card.
And does that mean Samson Aletan will continue to be the odd man out in a 4 out system
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Friars show the Bulldogs who’s still top dog in RI 78-55
My thoughts:
1. As discussed during the off-season, Devin Vanterpool most certainly has to be in the discussion for go to guy for this team. Great to see him on track with 21 points tonight
2. The starters combined for 17 steals, not sure our starters last year ever had a combined 10…
3. Ryan Sabol still finding his footing while Clyde Walters gave some solid minutes tonight
My thoughts:
1. As discussed during the off-season, Devin Vanterpool most certainly has to be in the discussion for go to guy for this team. Great to see him on track with 21 points tonight
2. The starters combined for 17 steals, not sure our starters last year ever had a combined 10…
3. Ryan Sabol still finding his footing while Clyde Walters gave some solid minutes tonight
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The Friar Podcast - Billy Ricci retweeted
The AMP needs to be packed and loud tonight. Doesn't matter if it's a Tuesday or who the opponent is. Pack the AMP and get loud, Friartown. And while waiting for the game, remember that @FriarPodcast @ProvidenceCrier and @Divine_ProvPod all dropped new episodes in the last 24 hours! Great Friar content all around! #pcbb
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The Friars drop another one at Mohegan 67-58
My thoughts:
1. Friars were clearly searching for that go to guy on offense with Byrd in foul trouble
2. 18% from 3 feels like past Mohegan performances coming back to haunt us
3. Curious why we didn’t see much of Samson Aletan tonight
My thoughts:
1. Friars were clearly searching for that go to guy on offense with Byrd in foul trouble
2. 18% from 3 feels like past Mohegan performances coming back to haunt us
3. Curious why we didn’t see much of Samson Aletan tonight
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It feels like a lifetime ago PC beat Florida State and Notre Dame at Mohegan in 2014
LaDontae Henton had 24 and 38 in those back to back games
That was when playing at Mohegan felt like an extension of home court
Let’s get it back this weekend
LaDontae Henton had 24 and 38 in those back to back games
That was when playing at Mohegan felt like an extension of home court
Let’s get it back this weekend
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The Friar Podcast - Billy Ricci retweeted
It’s the most wonderful time of the year:
@PCFriarsmbb vs NEB 11/7 & tons of incredible content to get us psyched:
@Divine_ProvPod
@FriarPodcast
@ProvidenceCrier
@MattDebes & @kelfrang on @WDOM_Sports
And it’s only game 2! Let’s go Friars! #ItsDifferentHere #ThisMatters
@PCFriarsmbb vs NEB 11/7 & tons of incredible content to get us psyched:
@Divine_ProvPod
@FriarPodcast
@ProvidenceCrier
@MattDebes & @kelfrang on @WDOM_Sports
And it’s only game 2! Let’s go Friars! #ItsDifferentHere #ThisMatters
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Elijah Saunders…
In Rhode Island speak is the kid who shows up to Hendricken or LaSalle and just automatically makes Varsity
He was probably in sweatpants a couple of weeks ago and buried those two threes against Maine.
I’m intrigued about his role going forward
In Rhode Island speak is the kid who shows up to Hendricken or LaSalle and just automatically makes Varsity
He was probably in sweatpants a couple of weeks ago and buried those two threes against Maine.
I’m intrigued about his role going forward
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The Friar Podcast - Billy Ricci retweeted
STUDENTS! 🚨 The next 10 students to buy tickets for this Saturday’s game and post their confirmation screenshots in the comments will each get one of these exclusive hats! 🧢from my friends @reversedbrand_
Screenshots must show today’s date and the time of purchase. Let’s go, Friars! ⚫️⚪️
Screenshots must show today’s date and the time of purchase. Let’s go, Friars! ⚫️⚪️
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Friar Family,
@Kevin_Farrahar and I are back together again for a Maine win recap and a Nebraska preview
Believe it or not it’s more fun to actually talk about a win…hope y’all enjoy
open.spotify.com/episode/2Yj3Eb…
@Kevin_Farrahar and I are back together again for a Maine win recap and a Nebraska preview
Believe it or not it’s more fun to actually talk about a win…hope y’all enjoy
open.spotify.com/episode/2Yj3Eb…
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The Friars start the Hodgson era with a comfortable win over the state of Maine 83-56
My thoughts:
1. It’s Jacob Bannarbies world and we’re just living in it. 7-7 from the field and 10 boards
2. Miles Byrd 7 steals in his debut - brought a smile and a leadership energy from tip off
3. 39 bench points and 29 points off turnovers is great to build off of
On to Mohegan…
My thoughts:
1. It’s Jacob Bannarbies world and we’re just living in it. 7-7 from the field and 10 boards
2. Miles Byrd 7 steals in his debut - brought a smile and a leadership energy from tip off
3. 39 bench points and 29 points off turnovers is great to build off of
On to Mohegan…
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100 years of Friar Basketball…
It’s crazy to think I’ve seen a third of it myself but probably even more crazy 2/3s of it comes from watching old film of highlights.
Above anything else the highs and lows of being a Friar fan rival some of the greatest roller coaster fandoms in all of sports.
For every Dave Gavitt moment there was a Keno Davis one
For every Rick Barnes moment poetically enough there was a Kim English moment
For every Ryan Gomes moment there was the end of the Texas game…
There were the Kris Dunn injuries before his rise to All American
There was the beauty and heartache of the 1996-97 Elite Eight that could have been our third final four losing in OT to Arizona
The 1973 and 1987 Final Fours were great and the first round tournament exits to Pacific and Dayton stung
And of course there were the coaches that left us for “bigger and better jobs” - including our hometown hero who became a zero Ed Cooley…
The point is if you’re like me, you wouldn’t trade the ups and downs of being a Friar fan for anything in the world. Because you can’t really experience the highest levels of joy like the 2014 Big East Tournament Championship or 2021-22 Big East Regular Season Championship without feeling the pain of Ricky Ledo or Dink Pate being ruled ineligible. Or Bryce Cotton coming up short in the game of his life against UNC.
Some would say it’s all part of the plan, and I would say being a Friar fan isn’t for everyone but it’s always been for me.
- Billy Ricci (Providence born, educated and forever grateful to be a Friar)
It’s crazy to think I’ve seen a third of it myself but probably even more crazy 2/3s of it comes from watching old film of highlights.
Above anything else the highs and lows of being a Friar fan rival some of the greatest roller coaster fandoms in all of sports.
For every Dave Gavitt moment there was a Keno Davis one
For every Rick Barnes moment poetically enough there was a Kim English moment
For every Ryan Gomes moment there was the end of the Texas game…
There were the Kris Dunn injuries before his rise to All American
There was the beauty and heartache of the 1996-97 Elite Eight that could have been our third final four losing in OT to Arizona
The 1973 and 1987 Final Fours were great and the first round tournament exits to Pacific and Dayton stung
And of course there were the coaches that left us for “bigger and better jobs” - including our hometown hero who became a zero Ed Cooley…
The point is if you’re like me, you wouldn’t trade the ups and downs of being a Friar fan for anything in the world. Because you can’t really experience the highest levels of joy like the 2014 Big East Tournament Championship or 2021-22 Big East Regular Season Championship without feeling the pain of Ricky Ledo or Dink Pate being ruled ineligible. Or Bryce Cotton coming up short in the game of his life against UNC.
Some would say it’s all part of the plan, and I would say being a Friar fan isn’t for everyone but it’s always been for me.
- Billy Ricci (Providence born, educated and forever grateful to be a Friar)
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I mean the motor on this staff to act quickly has been impressive and leverage different relationships across the country
Love the hustle
Love the hustle
News—Providence makes a roster add days before its season opener, sources told CBS Sports. Former Maryland/UVA/SDSU F Elijah Saunders had been enrolled + taking online classes at PC. He's now eligible for a fifth year due to an injunction in the California case w/ 70+ plaintiffs.
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The Friar Podcast - Billy Ricci retweeted
Lewis Uvwo to Providence!!!
I’ve always been fascinated by Lewis. His personality is one of one. This kid is a beautiful human being, and I’ve always felt he sees the world a little differently.
He could’ve gone anywhere. I love that he chose Providence.
Now the bball part begins. I’m excited to see how Bryan Hodgson builds around this chaotic thunderstorm of a player!
WAHT A PICKUP and congrats Friars nation! 👏
I’ve always been fascinated by Lewis. His personality is one of one. This kid is a beautiful human being, and I’ve always felt he sees the world a little differently.
He could’ve gone anywhere. I love that he chose Providence.
Now the bball part begins. I’m excited to see how Bryan Hodgson builds around this chaotic thunderstorm of a player!
WAHT A PICKUP and congrats Friars nation! 👏
NEWS: 2027 Top-10 overall prospect Lewis Uvwo has announced he's committed to Providence.
The 6-foot-11 big man out of @ProlificPrep chose the Friars over Kentucky, Baylor, and Cal among many others.
He's the No. 6 overall prospect in the @SCNext 100.
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