Providence Hires New Basketball Coach, Fueling Transfer Speculation

Former USF head coach Bryan Hodgson's move to Providence could bring star player Wes Enis with him.

Mar. 23, 2026 at 12:33am

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The Providence Friars have hired Bryan Hodgson as their new men's basketball coach, a move that could signal the potential transfer of South Florida's leading scorer, junior guard Wes Enis. Enis, who averaged 16.4 points per game last season, has eligibility remaining and may choose to follow Hodgson to Providence.

Why it matters

Hodgson's hiring is a significant move for the Friars, but the potential addition of Enis would be an even bigger boost. Enis is a talented scorer who could make an immediate impact and help Providence improve on their recent performance.

The details

Hodgson comes to Providence after serving as the head coach at South Florida. During his time there, Enis emerged as the team's leading scorer, averaging 16.4 points per game. With Enis' remaining eligibility and his established relationship with Hodgson, there is speculation that the junior guard could choose to transfer and join his former coach at Providence.

  • Hodgson was hired as Providence's new men's basketball coach on March 23, 2026.
  • Enis was South Florida's leading scorer during the 2025-26 season.

The players

Bryan Hodgson

The new head coach of the Providence Friars men's basketball team, previously the head coach at South Florida.

Wes Enis

A junior guard who was the leading scorer for South Florida in the 2025-26 season, averaging 16.4 points per game. He has remaining eligibility and may choose to transfer and join Hodgson at Providence.

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What they’re saying

“Nothing has been signaled yet by Enis, but it's certainly something for Friars fans to keep an eye on.”

— Billy Heyen, Author

What’s next

Enis has not yet indicated whether he will transfer to Providence, but it is a possibility that Friars fans will be closely monitoring in the coming weeks and months.

The takeaway

Hodgson's hiring at Providence has sparked speculation about the potential transfer of South Florida's leading scorer, Wes Enis, who could reunite with his former coach and provide a significant boost to the Friars' roster for the upcoming season.