Get to know Providence Journal sports editor Bill Corey

Posted by author January 25, 2025 Sports

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Providence Journal sports editor Bill Corey has worked at The Providence Journal for 23 years over two different stints, first from 2000 to 2014, and then returning in 2016. During his first years at The Journal, Bill served in a variety of news and sports positions, including night sports editor. In between he worked on the sports desk at The Boston Herald.

Previously, Bill had worked at the Standard-Times of New Bedford and the Herald News in Fall River, both in Massachusetts, and the Kent County Times. A University of Rhode Island graduate, he has continued to teach journalism at URI.

What do you find most interesting about Rhode Island’s sports scene?

Rhode Island has a really vibrant and diverse sports landscape, from the pros down to the high school ranks. Two things jump out at me. First, because of the state’s size, the high school sports scene here is very much connected, meaning teams are aware of other teams and players because they will likely face them at some point. Secondly, Rhode Island is blessed with top-notch college programs, especially basketball. It gives the state a unique fan base that not only roots for the pro teams in Boston/New England, but also enjoys its own sports scene, with its own rivalries. And having pro hockey and, now, pro soccer in the state only expands the Ocean State’s attractiveness.

What is your most memorable Rhode Island sports moment, either as a fan or as The Journal’s sports editor?

There are a few. As a fan, getting Wade Boggs’ autograph as a youngster at McCoy Stadium is at the top of the list. (I wish I had kept it!). As a freshman at URI, watching the men’s basketball team reach the Sweet 16 round of the NCAA tournament in 1988 is unforgettable and still seems unreal. As the sports editor and a big baseball fan, attending the 2018 World Series and seeing the Red Sox win their most recent championship stands out.

What do you enjoy most about working for The Providence Journal?

I’m fortunate to work with a very talented and dedicated staff, all of whom are tireless in bringing our readers the stories we feel are most important. And over the years, I’ve been lucky to get to know some legendary sportswriters.

What are some things you want readers to know about you?

I’ve been at The Journal for over 22 years and worked in a variety of roles, first in news then in sports. Our industry has changed a lot over the last two decades, but our commitment to the mission has not.