St. John’s ready to do ‘whatever it takes’ to keep Rick Pitino as contract decision looms

St. John’s says it is determined to make this Rick Pitino’s last job. President Fr. Brian Shanley and athletic director Ed ...

St. John's officials say they will do what they have to do to keep coach Rick Pitino

"We're going to do everything [and] anything it takes to keep Rick Pitino here," athletic director Ed Kull said.
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UConn Has Heated Rivalry Brewing With St. John's, Rick Pitino

While that holds true for all of the Big East rivals, it is particularly applicable to one man: Rick Pitino. The St. John’s head coach last season dethroned Hurley’s squad and went on to win both the ...