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Kris Dunn came to Providence College surrounded by hype and intrigue.  Then injuries derailed his first two seasons and Friar fans weren’t sure what to expect for his first full season. Few could have predicted the impact Kris Dunn would have.  As the season progressed, he became more and more confident, turning in dazzling play...

Friar Dom has gone through a lot of changes over the years. Initially Friar Dom wasn't even a thing.  In the beginning the Friar teams were represented by a dog, of all things.  A beautiful dalmation with the name "Friar of What-Ho".  Now what does "What-Ho" mean you ask?  Well, going by urban dictionary will...

Two years ago, technology analyst firm Forrester reported that few people were interested in wearable fitness monitors. They found that most people know what they need to do to maintain a healthy lifestyle and didn't feel they need an expensive device to remind them to eat right and get exercise. But a lot has changed in...

Kris Dunn's storied career began in New London, Connecticut where he was recruited relentlessly by Ed Cooley. The two came to Providence together and turned what had been a struggling program into a Big East powerhouse.  Along the way, Kris Dunn was awarded Co-Big East Player of the Year honors in 2014-15 and became...

Wednesday night's game between the Providence Friars and Creighton Bluejays was important for a number of reasons including being Kris Dunn's final home game as a Friar. It was also a night when a man named Charles from Providence hit a half court shot.

It may not occur to us when we see a touring Broadway production with spectacular special effects or, seemingly, a cast of thousands, but a theatrical career can be as simple, and successful, as a single actor facing an audience and keeping them in thrall. I can't think of a better example of that accomplishment...