PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) 鈥� Providence is bringing in from South Florida to become its new coach.
The Friars announced Hodgson as their 17th head coach on Sunday. He takes over for , whose three-year tenure with the program and a 15-18 finish.
Hodgson is coming off a season in which he led the Bulls to their first NCAA Tournament appearance since 2011-12. Before that, he spent two seasons at Arkansas State, going 45-28.
鈥淏ryan brings a strong track record of leadership and a deep commitment to developing student-athletes both on and off the court,鈥� Providence’s president, the Rev. Kenneth Sicard, said in a statement. “I am confident that the future is bright for Friar men鈥檚 basketball, and I eagerly anticipate seeing the team reach new milestones under their new leader鈥檚 guidance.鈥�
Hodgson led South Florida to a 25-9 record as his team won the American Conference’s regular-season crown and conference title and earned an automatic spot in the NCAA Tournament. The Bulls saw their season to Louisville.
鈥淭his is a program with a proud tradition, passionate fan base, and a city that truly embraces its team,鈥� Hodgson said. “We鈥檙e going to build something that reflects that pride. We will be tough, disciplined, and relentless in our pursuit of excellence.鈥�
Before becoming a head coach, he spent time as an assistant under Nate Oats, first at Buffalo and again at Alabama.
Hodgson played for two seasons at Jamestown Community College, where he served as team captain. He earned his degree in sports management from Fredonia State in 2011 and a master鈥檚 in education from the University of the Southwest in 2015.
Growing up in western New York, Hodgson was placed in foster care as an infant and adopted at 2 years old. He mentors kids through Big Brothers Big Sisters of America. He also is the founder of Coaching Love Inc., an organization that raises awareness for at-risk youth.
鈥淧rovidence got themselves a proven winner. Bryan is a rising star in the business,鈥� Oats said. 鈥淗e plays a modern, high-octane, hard-playing, tough style of basketball. He鈥檚 relentless on the recruiting trail, plays a style that elite level players love to play in, and knows how to connect with his players.鈥�
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