After a hard-fought contest at the AMP on Wednesday, Providence College’s men’s basketball team fell to the DePaul Blue Demons by a close margin of 80-77. With this loss, the Friars now sit at 6-13 in Big East play. In the post-game press conference, head coach Kim English addressed the team’s performance and the challenges they faced throughout the game.
Coach English expressed his disappointment with the outcome but stressed that the narrow defeat offered valuable lessons. He highlighted that despite the scoreline, the team showed resilience and competitive spirit on the court. English noted that there were key moments where the team fell short, whether in execution on offense or maintaining composure on defense, and he emphasized the need for the players to learn from these experiences.
The coach also pointed out that every game in a tough conference like the Big East serves as an opportunity to improve. He discussed adjustments that would be made in upcoming practices, focusing on fine-tuning strategies and bolstering both their offensive and defensive systems. English underlined that while the loss was a setback, it is also part of a longer process of development for the team, which is striving to be more consistent and competitive as the season progresses.
In his remarks, Coach English remained optimistic about the future, encouraging his players to stay motivated and committed despite the current record. He acknowledged the hard work put in by the team and stressed that refining their performance is essential as they prepare for the challenges ahead. The post-game conversation underscored his belief that, through perseverance and focused adjustments, the Friars will continue to grow and eventually turn their season around.
Grateful for everything she’s done—and continues to do—for this game we love.
