From New York Post · · 40s
Sadiku Ibine Ayo's bond with Rick Pitino
Sadiku Ibine Ayo forged deep bond with Rick Pitino, leaving St. John's to thrive.
In brief
Sadiku Ibine Ayo forged deep bond with Rick Pitino, leaving St. John's to thrive. Sadiku Ibine Ayo left St. John's after forming a strong bond with coach Rick Pitino, who called him 'invaluable in the locker room'. Originally reported by New York Post.
Sadiku Ibine Ayo

Sadiku Ibine Ayo was a two-year co-captain for St. John's Red Storm.
Rick Pitino

Rick Pitino called Sadiku 'invaluable in the locker room and practice'.
“Sadiku is invaluable in the locker room, invaluable in practice”
St. John's bond
Sadiku left St. John's after forming a deep bond with Pitino, who wanted him to stay.
The short version
Sadiku Ibine Ayo left St. John's after forming a strong bond with coach Rick Pitino, who called him 'invaluable in the locker room'.





