The Friars opened their season with an 89-79 win over Holy Cross, powered by the dazzling freshman duo of Stefan Vaaks and Jamier Jones. We break down what we learned from Game 1 - the new identity taking shape under Kim English, the encouraging depth, and the defensive lapses that nearly let the Crusaders back in. Then we look ahead to Saturday’s matchup against Virginia Tech at Mohegan Sun and what Providence needs to do to stay unbeaten.

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The Providence Friars are coming off their worst season in 40 years - back when Prince ruled the charts with “When Doves Cry” and Apple launched the Macintosh. Now, under third year head coach Kim English, the Friars look to silence the noise and return to March Madness

In this episode, we break down how English has completely reshaped this roster, what went wrong last year, and what to expect as Providence tips off the new season against Holy Cross. It’s tournament or bust in Friartown - and it all starts Monday night at the AMP.

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On this episode of Talkin’ Friars, Ralf & Rich discuss the Bryce Hopkins and Christ Essandako commitments in addition to the four other players in the transfer portal. Then the guys talk about the additions of Daquan Davis, Cole Hargrove, Jason Edwards, and Stefan Vaaks. The two close out the show by predicting the final four and national championship. IG: @talkinfriars. Go Friars!

On this episode of Talkin’ Friars, Ralf & Rich are joined by Friars legend Ernie DiGregorio. The guys discuss everything from Ernie’s time as a Friar, the Big East conference, and his movie coming to a theater near you soon. IG: @talkinfriars. Go Friars!

On this episode of Talkin’ Friars, Ralf & Rich are joined by two very special guests in Father Dom and Justin. The guys discuss everything from basketball to life in the priory, then end the show with rapid fire questions. Make sure to tune in! IG: @talkinfriars. Go Friars!

On this episode of Talkin’ Friars, Ralf & Rich recap the Friars’ latest game vs. Creighton and preview their next game against Butler. IG: @talkinfriars. Go Friars!

On this episode of Talkin’ Friars, Ralf & Rich are joined by special guest Sean Gryglewicz. The guys recap the Friars’ last two games against URI and DePaul and then preview tomorrow nights game vs. St. Bonaventure. IG: @talkinfriars. Go Friars!

On this episode of Talkin’ Friars, Ralf & Rich recap the Friars’ performance in the Battle 4 Atlantis tournament and their most recent game against BYU. The guys close out the show by giving a URI preview before tomorrow afternoon’s game. IG @talkinfriars. Go Friars!

On this episode of Talkin’ Friars, Ralf and Rich are joined by Providence’s own Kieran O’Haire! The guys discuss Kieran’s basketball journey and time being here at Providence College. IG @talkinfriars. Go Friars!