Babacar Sane’s Legal Fight Over NCAA Eligibility
A New York Supreme Court order allows Babacar Sane to remain on the court for St. John’s as the NCAA reassesses his eligibility for the 2026‑27 season.
Sep 8, 2026
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Dink Pate Commits to Providence College as NCAA Eligibility Remains in Flux
Former NBA G League player Dink Pate has signed with Providence College, but his path to NCAA eligibility is uncertain, prompting legal challenges and support from his new coaching staff.
Sep 7, 2026
Rick Pitino Reflects on 50 Years of Coaching and St. John’s 2026–27 Outlook
A look at Rick Pitino’s milestone career, the Red Storm’s recent triumphs, and the ambitious non‑conference slate that awaits the 2026–27 roster.
Aug 27, 2026
Visa hurdle derails Jovanovic’s American dream
Montenegrin forward Djordije Jovanovic will not join St. John’s University due to visa issues, instead signing with Buducnost Podgorica for the 2026‑27 season, marking the second roster change after Gildas Gimenez's academic ineligibility.
Aug 20, 2026
St. John’s Pursues New Assistant Coach Amid Roster Overhaul
The university is hiring an assistant coach linked to Rick Pitino, promoting Steve Masiello to dual coaching and general manager duties, and finalizing a roster that includes international veterans and a Baylor transfer.
Jul 29, 2026
Hungarian Forward Zsombor Maronka Bolsters St. John’s Roster
St. John’s has completed its offseason roster by adding Hungarian forward Zsombor Maronka, a 6‑foot‑10 player with Bundesliga and EuroCup experience, to fill the void left by Donnie Freeman’s season‑ending injury.
Jul 24, 2026
St. John’s Adds Hungarian Forward Zsombor Maronka to Roster
St. John's University announced the addition of Hungarian forward Zsombor Maronka, who brings Bundesliga experience and national team credentials after Donnie Freeman's season‑ending injury.
Jul 23, 2026
St. John’s Basketball Eyes Elite Eight as Pitino Leads Revamped Roster
St. John’s University is gearing up for another deep postseason run, bolstered by a mix of seasoned holdovers and new global recruits under head coach Rick Pitino.
Jul 23, 2026
St. John’s Basketball Faces Setback After Freeman’s Injury
Following Donnie Freeman's torn Achilles, St. John's relies on international talent and emerging prospects to maintain competitiveness.
Jul 8, 2026
St. John’s Faces Setback as Donnie Freeman Out for 2026‑27 Season
St. John's University announced that forward Donnie Freeman will miss the entire 2026‑27 campaign after rupturing his Achilles tendon, prompting a roster reshuffle and altering preseason forecasts for the Big East powerhouse.
Jul 1, 2026
Donnie Freeman’s Season‑Ending Injury Casts Doubts on St. John’s Title Hopes
St. John's will be without forward Donnie Freeman for the 2026‑27 campaign after a ruptured Achilles sustained during a workout, a setback that threatens their bid for a third consecutive conference championship.
Jul 1, 2026
Donnie Freeman’s Season‑Ending Achilles Injury Shakes St. John’s Title Hopes
St. John's University confirmed that forward Donnie Freeman will sit out the 2026‑27 campaign after rupturing his Achilles tendon in an offseason workout. The injury required surgery and raises questions about the team's prospects in the Big East and the NCAA tournament.
Jul 1, 2026
Rick Pitino Bolsters St. John’s Roster with Spanish Guard Gildas Gimenez
St. John’s head coach Rick Pitino has welcomed Spanish guard Gildas Gimenez to the program, a move that underscores the team’s growing global reach and ambition to secure a third straight Big East regular‑season and tournament title.
Jul 1, 2026
St. John’s Hunts Full‑Time General Manager After Ostrom’s Interim Tenure
St. John's University is seeking a permanent general manager following Tom Ostrom’s interim role, aiming to sustain its recent basketball success.
Jun 12, 2026
Rick Pitino’s PHD Philosophy Transforms St. John’s Basketball
Veteran coach Rick Pitino is reshaping St. John's men's basketball with a ‘PHD’ mentality, blending experienced returnees and fresh European talent to compete at a high level.
May 21, 2026
St. John’s Prepares for Ruben Prey to Anchor the Frontcourt
St. John's basketball team is set to transition into a new era with Ruben Prey stepping into the starting center role, backed by strong endorsements from Coach Pitino and key teammates.
May 19, 2026
Top Recruit Theo Edema Commits to St. John’s, Reclassifies for 2026
Theo Edema, a highly-touted center from the class of 2027, has pledged to St. John's men's basketball and will reclassify to play in the 2026 season.
May 18, 2026
Top Nigerian Prospect Commits to St. John’s, Reclassifies for 2026
Highly touted center Theo Edema has pledged to St. John’s University, reclassifying to the 2026 class after a recruitment battle that included Stanford, Maryland and BYU. The 6‑foot‑11, 235‑pound big man brings elite defensive skills and a championship pedigree to the Big East program.
May 18, 2026
Dillon Mitchell’s Recruiting Influence Leads to Donnie Freeman’s Commitment to St. John’s
Former St. John's player Dillon Mitchell played a pivotal role in recruiting forward Donnie Freeman, a high‑profile transfer who is expected to strengthen the team’s interior.
May 16, 2026
St. John’s Secures Senegalese Forward Babacar Sane to Bolster International Roster
St. John’s University is reshaping its men’s basketball roster with an eye toward seasoned international talent, a move prompted by the NCAA’s recent relaxation of eligibility rules that now permits older, professionally‑exposed players to compete.
May 12, 2026