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Rick Pitino has gone to work this offseason at St. John’s. What should expectations be?

LEXINGTON, Ky. — In modern-day college basketball, the concept of a transition period has largely disappeared.

Tribune News Service · Jun 15, 2023

St John’s hires Hall of Fame basketball coach Rick Pitino

Following a successful run at nearby mid-major Iona, the 70-year-old Pitino was plucked away to replace Mike Anderson, fired March 10 after four seasons in charge of the Red Storm without making the NCAA Tournament.

Chicago Sun-Times · Mar 20, 2023

Don’t Bet Against Rick Pitino Bringing St. John's Back to Relevance

The former Louisville and Iona coach will be hungry for another shot at the Big Dance next year as he takes over with the Red Storm.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 20, 2023

Villanova claws back to .500 fueled by a 57-49 win over Big East foe St. John’s

NEW YORK — Brandon Slater’s birth name is James, and when he’s playing well, Villanova coach Kyle Neptune calls him “Jimmy.”

The Philadelphia Inquirer · Jan 21, 2023

Championship Form: Edmondson Football Alums Dedicated To Community, Education

“There are obstacles and barriers as black men we have to overcome just to be looked at as a citizen," said Dionta Cox.

Zenger · Jul 11, 2022

Tyrese Martin is clutch as No. 24 UConn men hold off St. John’s in New York

NEW YORK — Tyrese Martin sauntered over to midcourt, grinning ear to ear, raised a finger to his mouth and shushed the St. John’s faithful at Madison Square Garden. The guard had just hit his third 3 in a little over two minutes, with the last one putting UConn up…

Tribune News Service · Feb 13, 2022