Catch the latest comings and goings in men’s and women’s college hoops in Rhode Island

We’re coming up on three weeks since the transfer portal slammed shut, and roster movement rumbles on throughout the state.

Players and coaches continue to switch benches ahead of the summer. Offseason workouts will begin shortly with a look ahead to 2024-25.

Providence’s men made the headlines last weekend picking up a commitment from 2025 prospect Jamier Jones. The Friars also could have a major piece of scheduling news if they’re eventually included in the next field for the Battle 4 Atlantis. That’s yet to be confirmed by tournament organizers, but CBS Sports reported Providence will replace Creighton in the loaded eight-team field.

Brown’s women have booked an overseas tour to Portugal and Spain. The Bears will be looking to reach the Ivy Madness field on their home floor next March. A few days abroad and the practices that precede the trip – the dates of which have yet to be confirmed – could prove valuable for Monique LeBlanc and her players.

More: Ivy Madness is coming to Providence next spring. Will Brown basketball be part of it?

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What transpired elsewhere around the state? Let’s take a look.

Rhode Island women: Jen Fay, Takima Keane, Tenin Magassa

The Rams made another staff change last week, hiring Fay as an assistant coach and recruiting coordinator. Keane’s name has been removed from the roster on the program’s website – she’ll leave URI after two seasons.

Fay was a standout player on a Sweet 16 team at Quinnipiac and spent the last five seasons on the staff at her alma mater. She was recruiting coordinator for the Bobcats in 2023-24 and helped them upset the Rams in a nonconference meeting at the Ryan Center.

“She has fantastic interpersonal skills that will connect her to our student athletes,” URI coach Tammi Reiss said in a statement. “Jen is going to be a tremendous asset to them on and off the court.”

Fay is the second addition to the URI staff…

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Author : The Providence Journal

Publish date : 2024-05-20 14:06:03

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