Emily Paratore

The People’s Princess: Ann Michael Maye

New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye has taken not only New Englanders, but all Americans, by storm. His youth, charisma, and talent have impressed Patriots and non-Patriots fans alike. Likewise, his wife has become America’s sweetheart, New England’s “Queen of the North.” Ann Michael Maye won the hearts of many not just with her steadfast […]

Izzy Mignardi ‘27

Athlete of the Week

It is not a secret to anyone on the Providence College campus that the men’s ice hockey team has been on a roll this year. The Friars have swept opponents the past three consecutive weekends, which pushed them to a dominant seven-game win streak. The team’s overall performance has resulted in them rising to the […]

Emilia Farrell ‘28

Who Will Win the Super Bowl? Providence College Investigates: NFL

Seahawks The Seattle Seahawks are finally back in the Super Bowl where they will meet a familiar opponent: the New England Patriots. It has been 11 years since Seattle was in the big game, and the last Super Bowl they played in is not one that Seahawks fans will remember too fondly. Up against the […]

Greg Lahr ’26 and Izzy Mignardi ’27 

2026 United States World Cup Preview

This year’s World Cup boasts thrill and excitement like no other in the tournament’s history has before: legends saying one last goodbye to the beautiful game, unprecedented young talent, and potential matchups lining up to be instant all-time classics. Here is my preview of the World Cup, hosted in North America and featuring games all […]

Connor Whalen ‘28

Sports Shorts

Men’s Basketball  On Jan. 30 the Friars traveled to Villanova University to take on the Wildcats in a Friday night Big East matchup. Corey Floyd Jr. ’26 joined the injury report before the game bringing the number up to five inactive for the Friars. Stefan Vaaks ’29 was the game’s leading scorer, totaling 25 points […]

Andrew Vines ’29

Athlete of the Week

This week, we celebrate guard Stefen Vaaks ’29, whose performance last Saturday, Dec. 6, and in recent games delivered big moments for the Friars. It hasn’t taken long for Vaaks to get Providence College basketball fans talking. His poise, energy, and clutch scoring moments don’t look like they’re coming from a freshman. Vaaks has impressive […]

Sarah Wolff ’28

Winter Storm Leaves Communities Reeling: Snow, Ice, and Destruction Lingers

Last week, a winter storm characterized by ice, sleet, and copious amounts of snow struck the United States, causing major power outages, severe damage, and inaccessible roads. The storm, which has been unofficially named Winter Storm Fern by the Weather Channel, brought historic weather to large swaths of Mexico, Canada, and the U.S. In the […]

Clara Johnson ’26

Cave

The room is similar to that of a cave,cold and quiet,but not quite empty,not quite vacant. We string up glowing petals above,the windows stay open,barely a flash, just constant, waning, natural light.A blanket of time, hours go by, warm and safe, the ease is innate. Every item, a friendship crest, the incense holds the memories,the […]

Grace Pappadellis ’29

s n o w

s   n       o        w cover me—hide me—when I am overcome with woe              s          n                o                         w comfort me—console me—when I know not where to go       s     n            o                w call me—christen me—with the name which you bestow         s […]

Hanna Boudreau ’28

The Poet’s Plight

I sit before my oaken tableAs oft as I am ableWith pen in hand and paperMy words, never stringing.I try to be a shaper,A song-maker, singing,But inspiration lacks;My purpose comes to naught.I turn to trace my tracks,But I have none begot.Before my oaken table, I sit,Not writing once, not one bit.To me, this is a […]

Benedict Bergeron ’29