The Friar Podcast

Ted Bancroft makes his return to The Friar Podcast and we are talking Battle 4 Atlantis, Redemption Week, and why Providence was so good at stopping mini-losing streaks during Ted's time on the team. We also give a shout-out to PC great Bryce Cotton after his ridiculous 59-point game last week.

Welcome to Feast Week! Bill and Kevin get you ready for Providence’s opener in the Battle 4 Atlantis against Oklahoma with a look at the Sooners, as well as our thoughts on Bryce Hopkins’ return, the play of Jayden Pierre and Wesley Cardet, questions surrounding Jabri Abdur-Rahim and the Friar centers, and much more.

Billy and Kev are back and share their impressions through the first two games of the season.

Bill and Kevin welcome back Providence Head Coach Kim English and Athletic Director Steve Napolillo to talk about the upcoming 2024-25 season, English's impressions of the roster to date, and a number of other topics related to PC athletics and the Big East.

With the start of the season just over two weeks away, Bill and Kevin break down all 11 teams in the Big East Conference.

Bill and Kevin welcome Friar freshman Oswin Erhunmwunse on the latest episode. Oswin talks about growing up in Nigeria, adjusting to life in the US, fighting his way back from shoulder surgery, what he loves about this Providence team, the bond he made with the staff, and more. If you missed it, you can also check out our player preview of Oswin: https://friarbasketball.substack.com/p/player-previ...

Bill and Kev are joined by Christ Essandoko, who details his basketball journey from France to the United States, and his roundabout route to Providence College. Christ talks about playing alongside Victor Wembanyama as a teenager, Kim English's aggressive recruiting pitch, how PC's three-headed monster at center is coming together, and more!

Bill talks with Jalen Lindsey to get his thoughts on the direction of the program under Kim English, how NIL is changing the game, and to talk about some of the key players on the 2024-25 Friars.

Bill Ricci and PC assistant Dennis Felton sat down to discuss Dennis' career as a college coach and in the NBA. They also talk about Dennis' return to Providence, earning the trust of Devin Carter after taking over at PC, what makes Kim English special, and go in-depth on the 2024-25 roster.

Devin Carter is a Sacramento King. Billy and Kevin react to the news of Carter going #13 overall to the Kings, his fit in Sacramento, as well as taking a look at where other Big East players landed. They also talk about the recently released non-conference schedule.

Billy and Kevin talk about impressions of the incoming transfers and freshman Ryan Mela, share takeaways from the conference call the Friar Family Collective hosted with Kim English, Jayden Pierre, and Corey Floyd, as well as talk about Big East winners and losers in the transfer portal.

Bill and Kev are back and they are talking about Providence's four-man transfer portal class after Kim English and his staff moved quickly to identify and land their priority targets.

In this jam-packed episode of The Friar Podcast, Bill and Kevin wrap up the 2023-24 season, and dig deep into the offseason -- with looks into players who have departed, transfer portal names to keep an eye on, and how Kim English and his staff will look to rebuild the roster in the offseason. Plus, Devin Carter's draft stock, most intriguing players on next year's roster, and more!

It's Big East Tournament week and we are previewing what's ahead for the Friars. Bill and Kevin also take a look back on the highs and lows of the regular season, Friars receiving Big East honors, and more.

Providence legend Ernie DiGregorio joins Bill to talk about all facets of his great career, and to discuss his new book "Star with a Broken Heart"

Billy and Kevin break down all facets of Ed Cooley's return and Providence's matchup with Georgetown, plus they preview the upcoming games with UConn and Villanova.

The return of Ed Cooley to Providence is just two days away. Billy and Kev talk about an unprecedented game on Saturday, share their thoughts on PC/Seton Hall, what to look for from the Friars in the coming weeks, and appreciate the amazing play of Devin Carter.

Bill and Kevin break down Saturday's loss to Creighton, take a look at St. John's, and share how they think Providence can win in a post-Bryce Hopkins world.

Bill and Kev break down the Friars' win over #6 Marquette, preview Saturday's PC/Butler game, and then talk with Providence Athletic Director Steve Napolillo. Steve shares his thoughts on Kim English's first season at PC, the school's latest NIL efforts, Thursday's announcement of a transformational $5 million commitment, and much more.

Providence graduate student Ticket Gaines joins the show to talk about a basketball journey that has taken him from Buffalo to Hargrave Military Academy to Tennessee, George Mason, and now Providence. Hear Gaines talk about his experience at Providence to date, his insight into some of the bigger games this year, his relationship with Kim English, and much more.

Billy and Kev are back with the start of a new tradition, reviewing the annual fan survey on friar.basketball.substack.com! We review topics including how far will PC go this season, who are the fans most excited to see, and do fans dislike Dan Hurley or Jeff Goodman more?

Billy and Kevin are back with a look at the Friars a little less than a month away from the 2023-24 season. The guys cover the George Mason transfers, incoming recruits and the impact Garwey will have.

Kevin sits down with Josh Oduro to talk more about the transition into Providence College, his time under Kim English, and his excitement for Friar Basketball.

The final episode of the 2013-2014 Friar Podcast series has it all covered: "The Shot," Bryce Cotton's magical postseason run, heartbreak against North Carolina, and a legacy that will last for decades to come. Heart & Soul...Big East Champs!

Billy and Kevin sit down in person to talk with Friar Basketball Head Coach Kim English and Friar Athletic Director Steve Napolillo.