by Emilia Farrell ‘28 on November 6, 2025
Sports
At Big East Media Day, head coach Kim English emphasized a renewal all around for the Friars going into the upcoming season. To say that last season did not go as planned is an understatement. The team faced detrimental setbacks, struggling through injuries and inconsistent play, which resulted in their disappointing 12–20 record. Luckily, the work that English and the team have done in the offseason is already making an impact. In regard to their tremendous accomplishments in the transfer portal, English was looking to target players who already had a proven record of success. For instance, Jason Edwards ’26G, who played in a first-round NCAA tournament game with Vanderbilt University last season. The team’s new transfer players were already well known in college basketball outside of the Providence College spotlight and know how to live up to high expectations. English also highlighted that the small group of returning players for the Friars are truly committed to the team and their mission.
English believes that the road to success this season can be defined by “succeeding daily and habitually, after this, the games will take care of themselves.” He expects to “win games out of league and grow from there.” In the upcoming season, English noted that the team’s “depth, speed, connectivity, and closeness” will drive them towards success. Off the court, English and the team have a strong relationship with the PC community. English echoes the constant support of the student section and that they are a key part of “what makes Providence so special.”
Entering his third season as head coach, English has made it clear that his coaching philosophy is rooted in accountability, discipline, and collective action. Although last season was plagued with many growing pains, the team has learned from it and has sharpened their vision going forward. They are looking to not only compete, but also reclaim their standings in the highly competitive Big East conference. Only time will tell for the Friars, but it most definitely will be an exciting season for players and fans alike.