Providence Overhauls Basketball Roster Under New Coach

Friars program undergoes major changes as Hodgson takes over as head coach.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 10:42am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a fragmented college basketball game, with sharp planes of color representing the energy and motion of the sport.A new era dawns for Providence College basketball as the program undergoes a major roster overhaul under the leadership of incoming head coach Bryan Hodgson.Providence Today

The Providence College men's basketball program is undergoing a significant roster overhaul under new head coach Bryan Hodgson. Most players from last season's team have entered the transfer portal, with only one publicly committing to return. Hodgson plans to be strategic with the program's name, image and likeness resources, prioritizing players who fit the team's system and financial value.

Why it matters

Providence's men's basketball team struggled last season, leading to the departure of the previous head coach. Hodgson's hiring and the subsequent roster changes signal a new era for the Friars as they look to rebuild and return to competitiveness in the Big East conference.

The details

Under new head coach Bryan Hodgson, the Providence men's basketball team is undergoing a major roster overhaul. Most players from last season's squad have entered the transfer portal, with only one publicly committing to return so far. Hodgson plans to strategically utilize the program's name, image and likeness resources to build a roster of players who fit the team's system and provide financial value.

  • Hodgson was named Providence College men's basketball coach on March 22.
  • Hodgson held a media availability on Monday, April 6.

The players

Bryan Hodgson

The new head coach of the Providence College men's basketball team, hired in March 2026.

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What they’re saying

“We're going to put together a fantastic roster,”

— Bryan Hodgson, Head Coach, Providence College Men's Basketball

The takeaway

Hodgson's hiring and the subsequent roster overhaul signal a new era for the Providence men's basketball program as they look to rebuild and return to competitiveness in the Big East conference.