St. John’s has searched for an identity for the first two seasons of Chris Mullin’s tenure as head coach, attempting to find a formula for consistent winning.
Four days in Orlando has shown just how much St. John’s has grown in the beginning of the third year; now, a matured Red Storm wins tough contests rather than learns from valiant efforts in losses.
One year ago, St. John’s departed the early season Battle 4 Atlantis tournament with three losses against decent high and mid-major competition. Despite a formidable effort, the Red Storm were put away by Michigan State, VCU and Old Dominion.