Providence hires Bryan Hodgson: Friars tap USF coach to replace Kim English
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Key Points:
- Providence College has hired 38-year-old Bryan Hodgson as the new head coach of its men's basketball program, agreeing to a five-year contract.
- Hodgson recently led South Florida to the NCAA Tournament in his first season and has a 70-37 record from his previous coaching stints, including two first-place finishes in the Sun Belt and American conferences.
- Providence athletic director Steve Napolillo emphasized Hodgson's energy, passion, and skills as key to returning the program to championship contention and NCAA Tournament appearances.
- Hodgson replaces Kim English, who was fired after a 15-18 season, and brings power-conference recruiting experience from his time at Alabama under Nate Oats.
- Providence is expected to have
