Xavier coach Richard Pitino – son of legendary coach – excited about a Big East return The younger Pitino was once a student manager with the Friars who is now taking over at Xavier after 4 seasons at New Mexico.. Original Source: https://www.providencejournal.com/story/sports/college/basketball/2025/10/21/providence-grad-richard-pitino-excited-about-big-east-return/86819106007/ Previous article: 'He's gonna have a difficult season.' Rick Pitino on Richard Pitino's Xavier Musketeers Prev Next article: St. John's coach Rick Pitino says Providence transfer Bryce Hopkins 'looks great' so far. Next
