The Johnnies Report

By Big East Energy

Welcome to Johnnies Report, your home for all things St. John’s Basketball — hosted by recent SJU grad and lifelong college hoops fan Jay Holahan. Whether it’s roster moves, Big East battles, or Rick ... more

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February 23, 2026 The Rematch for the BIG EAST Crown! #15 St. John’s vs #6 UConn
he Big East title race has officially reached a fever pitch. On February 25th, the college basketball world turns its eyes to Hartford, CT, for the most anticipated rematch of the season: #15 St. John’s vs. #6 UConn.
Just weeks ago, Rick Pitino and the Red Storm sent shockwaves through the country by dismantling the Huskies 81–72 at a sold-out Madison Square Garden. That victory wasn’t just a fluke; it was the coming-out party that, in the midst of this current 13-game winning streak, catapulted St. John’s from just a "tournament team" to being in the conversation of a legitimate Sweet Sixteen/Elite Eight run. But now, the narrative shifts. The Johnnies are no longer the hunters—they are the hunted. They are walking into a hornet's nest at the PeoplesBank Arena, facing a UConn squad that has been stewing over that MSG loss for weeks.
#SJUBB #StJohnsRedStorm #bigeastbasketball #bigeastenergy

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February 16, 2026 St. John’s vs. Providence: The Aftermath, Fan Reactions, and More
In this episode of the podcast, we break down the absolute mayhem that erupted on Valentine’s Day at the Amica Mutual Pavilion, turning a high-stakes Big East clash into one of the most controversial scenes in recent college basketball history. What started as a physical, grit-and-grind battle between the Providence Friars and No. 17 St. John’s spiraled into a full-scale brawl that left the arena—and the conference—reeling.
We start with the moment that changed everything: the mid-air "clothesline" foul by Providence graduate transfer Duncan Powell on former Friar star Bryce Hopkins. We analyze the layers of tension behind this specific interaction. Hopkins, who spent three seasons in Providence before a high-profile transfer to Rick Pitino’s Red Storm, was already playing in a pressure cooker of boos and hostility. Was Powell’s Flagrant 2 foul a product of "heat of the moment" intensity, or did it cross a line into something much more personal?
#sjubb #stjohnsredstorm #bigeastenergy #bigeasthoops

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37min
February 14, 2026 No Love Lost: St. John’s Wins a Bloody Valentine
In this episode, we break down a classic Big East "rock fight" that saw St. John’s outlast Providence in a game defined more by grit and ejections than offensive fluidity. It was the kind of scrappy, physical contest that feels like a throwback to the 90s, where every loose ball was a battleground and the tension finally boiled over.
The headline story—aside from the final score—was the mid-game skirmish that saw multiple players from both benches tossed. We analyze the defensive intensity that led to the friction, the officiating response, and how Rick Pitino managed to keep his squad focused while the Friars struggled to regain their composure after the ejections.
#sjubb #stjohns #redstorm #BIGEASThoops #bigeastenergy

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38min
February 09, 2026 Silence of the Huskies: St. John’s Statement Win
The "World’s Most Famous Arena" has seen its fair share of miracles, but what happened last night felt less like a fluke and more like a changing of the guard. In this episode of Storm Warning, we are breaking down every pulse-pounding minute of St. John’s stunning upset over Dan Hurley and the UConn Huskies.
For years, UConn fans have called Madison Square Garden "Storrs South", and on Friday night, the Johnnies fans showed out in an abundance. Rick Pitino didn’t return to the sidelines of New York City to play second fiddle. Tonight, the Red Storm didn't just weather the Husky pressure; they brought a hurricane of their own.
#sjubb #stjohnsredstorm #bigeasthoops #bigeastenergy

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43min
February 03, 2026 DON'T OVERLOOK DEPAUL! 🏀 No. 22 St. John's Trap Game Before UConn?
The biggest story entering Tuesday night isn't just the game at hand—it’s what looms on the horizon. Rick Pitino’s squad is currently riding a seven-game winning streak and has moved into sole possession of second place in the conference standings. However, with a massive date against No. 3 UConn scheduled for this coming Friday, the "trap game" sirens are blaring. We discuss whether the Red Storm can maintain their focus in a hostile road environment or if they’ll be caught looking past a dangerous DePaul team.
#sjubb #stjohnsredstorm #bigeastenergy #bigeasthoops

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40min
January 20, 2026 Empire State of Mind: The Battle for Local Supremacy
This matchup isn't just a game; it’s a high-stakes chess match between two of the most intense programs in the Big East, set against the backdrop of Madison Square Garden. St. John's is playing better of late and finished just on the brink of being in the AP Top 25.
On the other side, Shaheen Holloway’s Seton Hall Pirates remain the conference’s toughest "blue-collar" squad. Known for their grit and a "Jersey-tough" defensive mentality, the Pirates are looking to play spoiler.
With both teams jockeying for position in a crowded Big East, the stakes couldn't be higher. Is this a must-win for the Hall? Whether it’s the battle in the paint or the tactical war on the sidelines, this chapter of the SJU-SHU rivalry is set to be an instant classic.
#SJUBB #StJohns #RedStorm #BIGEASThoops #bigeastenergy

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32min
January 12, 2026 History Made! St. John's Snaps 7-Year Omaha Curse vs. Creighton
THE CURSE IS BROKEN! ⛈️🔴
For the first time since 2019, the St. John’s Red Storm have walked into the CHI Health Center and walked out with a massive Big East road victory! Rick Pitino’s squad didn't just win; they dominated the Creighton Bluejays in a 90–73 statement victory that put the entire conference on notice.
In this video, we’re breaking down how the Johnnies snapped their Omaha cold spell, the incredible 22–4 run that blew the game open, and the standout performances that made it happen.
#sjubb #stjohns #redstorm #bigeastenergy

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32min
December 19, 2025 St. John’s vs Kentucky 🔥 A Chance to Make a Statement
Host Jay Holahan is joined by Thomas Cavanagh of Rumble in the Garden as the St. John's Red Storm are preparing for an opportunity at a "statement win" against the Kentucky Wildcats!
There are some fascinating storylines in a game between two teams who are hungry for a possible statement win in search of staying in the conversation as the top teams in the country!
Subscribe to Big East Energy Network for more St. John's Basketball interviews, Big East insights, and college hoops discussion: Big East Energy Network - YouTube Subscribe and check out more episodes of The Johnnies Report on the go with Apple Podcasts: The Johnnies Report - Podcast - Apple Podcasts or on Spotify: The Johnnies Report | Podcast on SpotifyFollow Us on Twitter/X: The Johnnies Report (@TheJohnniesReport) / X Follow Jay Holahan (@:JayHolahan3
#sjubb #StJohns #RedStorm #bigeasthoops #bigeastenergy #RickPitino #BBN #KentuckyWildcats #MarkPope

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39min
December 16, 2025 Fresh Cut, Fresh Win: St. John's Takes Down Iona
St. John's own Ian Jackson cut his hair for the first time in over 5 years and had his best game this far in a St. John's uniform in a 91-64 blowout win! We break it down here, look at the stars of the game, and then look ahead to the first Big East game of the year against the DePaul Blue Demons at Carnesecca Arena Tuesday night!
Subscribe to Big East Energy Network for more St. John's Basketball interviews, Big East insights, and college hoops discussion: Big East Energy Network - YouTube Subscribe and check out more episodes of The Johnnies Report on the go with Apple Podcasts: The Johnnies Report - Podcast - Apple Podcasts or on Spotify: The Johnnies Report | Podcast on SpotifyFollow Us on Twitter/X: The Johnnies Report (@TheJohnniesReport) / X Follow Jay Holahan (@:JayHolahan3
#sjubb #StJohns #RedStorm #bigeasthoops #bigeastenergy #RickPitino #IonaGaels

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29min
December 12, 2025 No Love Lost For St. John’s: Iona Fans Make This Game INTENSE!
Host Jay Holahan sits down with Big East Energy contributor Patrick Madden in a conversation about what St. John's should expect from Iona. Who are some of the standout players that the Red Storm will see in Saturday's afternoon showdown?
There is no love lost between Iona fans and Rick Pitino when Pitino left two years ago to accept the head coaching job in Queens, NY. Expect a potentially hostile atmosphere, but will St. John's have a potential "trap game" on its hands?
Subscribe to Big East Energy Network for more St. John's Basketball interviews, Big East insights, and college hoops discussion: Big East Energy Network - YouTube Subscribe and check out more episodes of The Johnnies Report on the go with Apple Podcasts: The Johnnies Report - Podcast - Apple Podcasts or on Spotify: The Johnnies Report | Podcast on SpotifyFollow Us on Twitter/X: The Johnnies Report (@TheJohnniesReport) / X Follow Jay Holahan (@:JayHolahan3
#SJUBB #StJohns #RedStorm #bigeasthoops #bigeastenergy #RickPitino #IonaGaels

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50min

FAQs about The Johnnies Report:

How many episodes does The Johnnies Report have?

The podcast currently has 142 episodes available.