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Providence Fires Kim English After Big East Quarterfinal Exit

Providence begins a national coaching search with reports pointing to a sizable buyout.

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Mar 12, 2026; New York, NY, USA; Providence Friars head coach Kim English against the St. John's Red Storm during the first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • The school announced the dismissal Friday, one day after an 85-72 loss to St. John's ended a 15-18 season that included a 7-13 Big East mark.
  • English finished 48-52 overall and 23-37 in conference play across three seasons without an NCAA Tournament appearance.
  • Athletic director Steve Napolillo issued a thank-you statement and said the program will move forward with a national search.
  • Because Providence is a private institution the buyout figure is not public, though outlets report it is significant and easily north of $6 million.
  • Reporting has linked candidates such as Jay Larranaga, Bryan Hodgson, Jerrod Calhoun, Joe Gallo and Herb Sendek, with some young Friars expected to weigh transfer-portal options.