The resurgence of St. John’s men’s basketball under Hall of Fame coach Rick Pitino is now reaching the airwaves, as the Red Storm have an agreement in place to broadcast their games on ESPN Radio’s 880 AM and 1050 AM.
According to a report by The Athletic, the No. 5 ranked “Johnnies” have emerged as a contender in college hoops, combining veteran leadership and talented newcomers to capture the attention of fans in New York and beyond.
The move to ESPN Radio represents a significant step in amplifying the program’s visibility and connecting with its passionate local fan base. It also marks a return for the University to ESPN Radio since the mid-2000’s.
The longtime broadcasting team of John Minko and a rotation of analysts including Brandon Tierney and Vin Parise will continue their roles on the call. Previously, Red Storm games were broadcast on AM 970 The Answer and 570 AM WMCA and the Red Storm mobile app, but the transition to ESPN Radio aligns the program with one of the nation’s most recognized sports platforms.
The move also ensures that St. John’s games reach a wider audience in the competitive New York sports media landscape, where college basketball contends with professional teams for listeners’ attention.
St. Johns University nor ESPN New York have confirmed the reporting by The Athletic.
As the Red Storm continue their climb in national rankings, the combination of a top-tier team and a respected radio platform positions St. John’s to strengthen its presence both on the court and on the airwaves, ensuring that fans can follow the action wherever they are.
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