St. John's Redstorm: Thriving Under Rick Pitino's Tough Love

🏀St. John's Redstorm is playing as a cohesive team, thanks to the leadership of coach Rick Pitino.

🔥Coach Rick Pitino's tough love and public criticism have motivated the team to improve and prove themselves.

💪Danis Jenkins, the team's point guard, believes they can beat any team in the conference but acknowledges the challenge ahead.

🏆The team's performance in the upcoming Big East tournament will determine their chances of making it to the NCAA tournament.

🤝Danis Jenkins serves as a leader and extension of Coach Rick Pitino in the locker room, motivating and guiding his teammates.

What has been the key to St. John's recent success?

—St. John's recent success can be attributed to coach Rick Pitino's tough love and the team's improved cohesion.

How has coach Rick Pitino motivated the team?

—Coach Rick Pitino has motivated the team through tough love and public criticism, challenging them to play with confidence and without fear.

Do the St. John's players believe they can win the Big East tournament?

—Danis Jenkins, the team's point guard, believes they can beat any team in the conference. However, he acknowledges that it won't be easy and they need to prove themselves in the tournament.

What impact will the Big East tournament have on St. John's chances of making it to the NCAA tournament?

—The team's performance in the Big East tournament will have a significant impact on their chances of receiving an invitation to the NCAA tournament.

What role does Danis Jenkins play in the team?

—Danis Jenkins is the team's point guard and serves as a leader and extension of Coach Rick Pitino in the locker room, motivating and guiding his teammates.

00:00Introduction to the episode: Sundays with Serby featuring Steve Serby and special guest, Danis Jenkins of the St. John's Redstorm men's basketball team.

00:09Danis Jenkins highlights the team's improved cohesion and unity, thanks to coach Rick Pitino's leadership.

01:10Coach Rick Pitino's tough love and public criticism have motivated the team to play as a cohesive unit.

02:30Danis Jenkins believes the team can beat any team in the conference, but acknowledges the challenge ahead in the Big East tournament.

03:43The team aims to prove to the NCAA selection committee that they deserve a spot in the NCAA tournament.

04:32The discussion shifts to the upcoming Big East tournament and the team's chances of success.

06:11Steve Serby and Danis Jenkins joke about wearing white suits for the tournament, referencing Coach Rick Pitino's iconic white suit.

07:49Closing remarks and anticipation for the Big East tournament.