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Dunn likes grit and toughness of young Friars

  • Kris Dunn doesn't believe that the 15th-ranked Friars are ahead of schedule.

  • Journal Sports Writer


    PROVIDENCE – Truth be told, Ed Cooley feels this Providence College Friar team is a bit ahead of schedule. Kris Dunn doesn’t exactly agree.
    With two first-year starters and three new faces in his starting five, Cooley spoke only a month ago about the potential of a team anchored by All-American guard Kris Dunn. But after three weeks, an 8-1 record and a No. 15 spot in the national rankings, the Friars are a surprise, correct?