Host Mike DeMars speaks with Jamel Thomas, a former member of the Providence College men's basketball team, who was inducted in the Providence College Athletics Hall of Fame in 2019, about how old he was when he first started playing basketball (0:00-0:53), what sports he played other than basketball (0:54-1:13), why he chose to attend Providence College (1:14 -3:37), what he remembers about hitting the game-tying three against Arizona in the Elite Eight of the 1997 NCAA Tournament (3:38-4:28) w...
Jul 02, 2020•21 min
Host Mike DeMars speaks with God Shammgod, a former member of the Providence College men's basketball player, who is currently the Director of Player Development with the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA, about how old he was when he first started playing basketball (0:00-1:25), how he became such a prolific ball handler (1:26-2:48), the creation of his signature move, "The Shammgod" (2:49-4:10), why he chose to attend Providence College (4:11-4:52), which BIG EAST team did he look forward to competi...
Jun 24, 2020•24 min
Host Mike DeMars speaks with Jyare Davis about when he started playing basketball (0:00-0:35), other sports he played (0:36-0:52), watching NBA players instead of rooting for one NBA team (0:53-1:23), which NBA player he tries to learn from (1:24-1:39), what would he choose if he had to pick between Netflix or video games (1:40-2:03), if he wasn't working toward a career playing basketball, what career would he pursue (2:04-2:13), his go-to post-game meal (2:14-2:31), his experience with USA Bas...
May 26, 2020•5 min
Host Mike DeMars speaks with Nate Watson about why he chose to attend Providence College (0:00-0:39), what he likes the most about Coach Cooley (0:40-0:59), what he likes to do in his free time (1:00-1:18), his favorite restaurant in Providence (1:19-1:29), how the team has benefited from the Ruane Friar Development Center (1:30-1:59), what it was like to be a part of Team USA for last summer's Pan Am Games (2:00-2:15), the victory that stood out the most from last season (2:16-2:41), what he le...
May 19, 2020•6 min
Host Mike DeMars speaks with Noah Horchler about what other sports he played when he was younger (0:00-1:03), learning how to surf (1:04-1:35), when he first thought he could play college basketball (1:36-2:06), his favorite NBA team (2:07-2:18), his favorite restaurant (2:19-2:33), why he wanted to play basketball at Providence College (2:34-2:59), the experience of Late Night Madness at the dunk, including his hat choice (3:00-3:44), the hardest adjustment to living in New England (3:45-4:03),...
May 12, 2020•6 min
Host Mike DeMars speaks with guard Jared Bynum about how old he was when he started playing basketball (0:00-0:33), other sports he played when he was younger (0:34-1:19), when he first thought he could play college basketball (1:20-1:51), what he does in his free time (1:52-2:14), why he chose to transfer to Providence College (1:53-2:55), the difference between the Atlantic 10 Conference (which he played in before transferring) and the BIG EAST (2:56-3:40), his experience having to sit out las...
May 05, 2020•8 min
Host Mike DeMars speaks with Dickey Simpkins, a member of the Providence College Athletics Hall of Fame, who won three NBA Championships with the Chicago Bulls, about why he chose to play at Providence College (0:00-2:25), the team's goals for the 1993-1994 season (2:26-4:21), upsetting the #2 ranked UConn Huskies en route to winning the 1994 BIG EAST Championship (4:22-6:02), how he keeps in touch with his college teammates (6:03-6:42), what he experienced leading up to the 1994 NBA Draft (6:43...
May 01, 2020•26 min
Host Mike DeMars speaks with Jarrod Neumann, a former Friar lacrosse player and current member of the Chaos (PLL), about playing lacrosse for the first time during his senior year of high school (0:00-1:16), the importance of playing multiple sports for young athletes (1:17-3:04), the work he put in to become a "lax rat" (3:05-4:32), how the team's networking day helped to prepare him for a career outside of lacrosse (4:33-5:58), how the Friars' lacrosse program prepared him to play professional...
Apr 28, 2020•8 min
Host Mike DeMars speaks Laura Nagel, a former member of the Friars' cross country and track teams, about she chose to attend Providence College (0:00-0:58), what she remembers from the day the Friars' won the 2013 NCAA Women's Cross Country National Championship. (0:59-1:50), her favorite memories from her time in Providence (1:51-2:28), what it was like to be coached by Ray Treacy (2:29-3:00), what she has been up to since leaving Friartown (3:01-4:07), keeping tabs on the Friars' cross country...
Apr 24, 2020•6 min
Host Mike DeMars speaks with junior guard Andrew Fonts about what made him want to play for Coach Cooley at Providence College (0:00-0:58), having broadcaster Gus Johnson tag him with the nickname "I GET BUCKETS" in a win over Butler in the BIG EAST Tournament last season (0:59-1:47), using the win against Texas to gain momentum before conference play (1:48-2:26), the difference at practice after a win as opposed to after a loss (2:27-3:20), which of his teammates will take a step forward next s...
Apr 21, 2020•7 min
Host Mike DeMars speaks with former volleyball player Kayla "Fitz" Fitzgerald about her favorite memories from her time in Friartown (0:00-1:16), having the team make the transition to the BIG EAST Conference during her sophomore season (1:17-1:58), getting to visit her teammates' hometowns during conference play (1:59-3:05), working as a model around the globe while still finding time to further her education (3:06-4:55) and finally how she feels at home whenever she comes back to Providence Co...
Apr 17, 2020•6 min
Host Mike DeMars speaks with Julian Gressel, a former Friar soccer player and current member of the DC United (MLS), about the most memorable game from his college career (0:00-1:13), keeping up with the Friars, including their run in the NCAA tournament this past season (1:14-2:40), his favorite memories while attending Providence College (2:41-3:16), how the Providence College men's soccer coaching staff prepared him to play professionally (3:17-4:24), his transition from the Atlanta United to...
Apr 14, 2020•10 min
Host Mike DeMars speaks with former women's ice hockey player Christina Putigna about her favorite memories from both on and off the ice (0:00-1:27), what it felt like to record 100 career points (1:28-2:17), the differences between playing in college and professionally (2:18-2:52), the experience of reaching the Isobel Cup in her first year with the Boston Pride (NWHL) (2:53-3:43) and what was the biggest obstacle for her to overcome during her hockey career (3:44-4:20).
Apr 10, 2020•5 min
Host Mike DeMars speaks with senior C.J. McCartin about her favorite memories from four years on the PC swimming and diving team (0:00-0:58), what it was like to be in Puerto Rico, training with the team, when an earthquake hit the region (0:59-1:44), what motivated her to write a "goodbye letter" to Providence College (1:45-2:32), her plans for after graduation (2:33-2:54) and what she feels is the best part of being a Friar (2:54-3:24).
Apr 07, 2020•4 min
Host Mike DeMars speaks with junior goalie Toby Burgdorf about choosing to play at Providence College despite the presence of two-time All-American goalie Tate Boyce (0:00-0:52), how his relationship with Tate has evolved (0:53-1:37), what he learned about himself this season (1:38-2:17) how the team will use this season as motivation (2:18-2:47), what he wants to work in before next season (2:48-3:13) and what he likes the most about being a Friar (3:14-3:35).
Apr 03, 2020•4 min
Host Mike DeMars speaks with junior Olivia Orlando about preparing for the season knowing that she would be called upon to be a team leader (0:00-1:14), the experience of being introduced at The Dunk during Late Night Madness (1:15-2:47), how a mid-season injury allowed her to see the game in a new way (2:48-4:48), what level of confidence the team had heading into the BIG EAST Tournament (4:49-5:30) and what advice she would give someone looking to play basketball at the Division I level (5:31-...
Mar 31, 2020•8 min
Host Mike DeMars speaks with senior Madison Skeie about her favorite memories while playing field hockey at Providence College (0:00-1:27), the steps she took to create a major that fit her career aspirations (1:28-3:33), how his team heard that the season was ending early (3:34-5:57) and how she has reached out to Providence College almus for guidance in her pursuit of a career in sports broadcasting (5:58-7:34).
Mar 27, 2020•8 min
Host Mike DeMars speaks with sophomore forward Tyce Thompson about what made his second season in Friartown different from the first (0:00-1:06), attending the New Jersey Devils' development camp over the summer (1:07-2:03), how his team heard that the season was ending early (2:04-2:52) what he will be working on in the off-season (2:53-3:16), and his favorite memory from this past season (3:17-4:25).
Mar 24, 2020•4 min
Host Mike DeMars speaks with sophomore guard David Duke about what helped to turn the season around for the Friars (0:00-1:07), the strong finish to the regular season, including an impressive 5-0 record against Top 25 opponents (1:08-2:10), the abrupt ending to the season (2:11-4:14) and how he is spending his time now that the season is over (4:15-5:16). FEATURING: David Duke HOSTED BY: Mike DeMars
Mar 20, 2020•5 min
Host Mike DeMars and Providence College Athletic Director Bob Driscoll discuss the start of the spring sports season and future plans to help teams practice when the weather is not cooperative (0:00-2:27). Mike catches up with former women's basketball player Jovana Nogic who is currently for Cadi La Seu in the Spanish First Division (2:28-6:40). Bob answers questions sent in by some loyal listeners (6:41-9:41). Mike sits down with Chris Gabrielli, the head coach of the Friars' lacrosse team, to...
Feb 26, 2020•18 min•Ep. 6
Host Mike DeMars and Providence College Athletic Director Bob Driscoll discuss the men's hockey team's trip to Las Vegas, NV in which they competed in and won the Fortress Invitational Tournament. Also, Bob and Mike discuss the ups and downs that student-athletes can experience during their season (0:00-7:24). Mike speaks with John O'Neill, the head coach of Friars Swimming and Diving teams, about their training camp held in Puerto Rico and the experience of moving from one side of the island to...
Jan 31, 2020•32 min•Ep. 5
Host Mike DeMars and Providence College Athletic Director Bob Driscoll discuss the men's soccer team's run in the NCAA Tournament, what gave Bob confidence in hiring Craig Stewart to be the head coach for the Men's Soccer team and the amount of communication between Bob and the coaches during the off-season (0:00-3:46). Mike speaks with Jim Crowley, the head coach of Friars Women's Basketball, about the differences between the A-10 Conference and the BIG EAST, the team's experience at Late Night...
Dec 17, 2019•26 min•Ep. 4
Host Mike DeMars and Providence College Athletic Director Bob Driscoll discuss a recent announcement by the NCAA and talk about fall sports playing in the post-season while the winter sports start up (0:00-4:26). Mike speaks with former Friar point guard Kyron Cartwright about playing in the BIG EAST Championship game in Madison Square Garden and how his professional career is going overseas. (4:27-8:06). Bob and Mike talk about recruiting and how it has changed over the years. Bob shares a stor...
Nov 26, 2019•20 min•Ep. 3
Host Mike DeMars and Providence College Athletic Director Bob Driscoll discuss the new strategic plan for the athletic department (0:00-6:40). Mike speaks with hockey hall of famer Cammi Granato about her time at Providence College, her experience leading up to the 1998 Winter Olympics and her job as a pro scout for the new NHL franchise in Seattle (6:41-11:51). Bob and Mike examine the passing of California Law SB206 which would allow student-athletes to profit from their likeness and sign with...
Oct 25, 2019•29 min•Ep. 2
Host Mike DeMars and Providence College Athletic Director Bob Driscoll recap the 2018-2019 season in Friartown and then discuss what to expect from the Friars in the 2019-2020 season and beyond (0:00-7:19). Mike speaks with Sam Lopes, the head coach of the women's soccer team, about the team's "We not Me" mantra. Coach Lopes shares what he has learned from his team through non-conference play and talks about the Friars' talented goalkeeper, senior Shelby Hogan (7:20-11:26). Bob and Mike preview ...
Sep 25, 2019•30 min•Ep. 1
