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Villanova Wildcats News / VU Hoops / April 8
Staff Taking Shape 
Legacy Wildcats will be leaving the Main Line. When Kevin Willard took the helm as Villanova’s new head coach, changes to the Kyle Neptune’s staff were expected.
College Basketball News / NCAA Basketball on ClutchPoints / March 26
Is Villanova closing in on March Madness coach as Kyle Neptune’s successor?
Villanova basketball remains with an empty seat inside the head coach’s office. The Wildcats have yet to find a replacement for Kyle Neptune, who Villanova fired on March 15.
College Basketball News / Field Level Media / March 20
Reports: Fordham firing Keith Urgo after three seasons
Fordham is parting ways with men's basketball coach Keith Urgo after three seasons, multiple outlets reported on Thursday. The Rams posted a 12-21 record (3-15 Atlantic 10) this season, two years removed from earning conference coach of the year honors after guiding Fordham to a 25-8 record in 2022-23.
The 'Naismith Men's Player of the Year Award winner' quiz
The Naismith College Player of the Year is an annual basketball award given by the Atlanta Tipoff Club to the top men's and women's collegiate basketball players. It is named in honor of the inventor of basketball (in 1891), Dr. James Naismith.Can you name every men's college basketball player who has won the Naismith Award?
College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / March 17
‘Dark Horse’ Candidate Emerges for Villanova Head Coach Opening
The Villanova Wildcats men's basketball team finished the season with a 19-14 record and an 11-9 Big East mark. The Wildcats lost to UConn in the Big
Villanova Wildcats News / VU Hoops / March 15
Who will be the next Villanova Basketball Head Coach?
Some of the names... Villanova AD Eric Roedl is making his first quarter on the job an eventful one with two huge decisions. Following the call, albeit
College Basketball News / NCAA Basketball on ClutchPoints / March 15
Top 5 candidates for next Villanova basketball coach after Kyle Neptune firing
Villanova basketball is pressing reset on the hardwood. Kyle Neptune is out following three seasons, but no March Madness appearances. The ‘Nova opening looks bound to attract multiple candidates.
College Basketball News / Heartland College Sports / March 15
Villanova Basketball’s Dream Target is a Former Big 12 Coach
With the Villanova officially set to move on from Kyle Neptune after multiple disappointing seasons, the Wildcats are officially entering the search for a new head coach.
College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / March 15
Historic College Basketball Program Fires Head Coach on Saturday
One of the most challenging jobs in sports is being the coach that comes directly after a legendary coach. We have seen it across all sports, and college basketball saw an example of this on Saturday ahead of the NCAA Tournament.
College Basketball News / Last Word On Sports / March 15
3 Villanova Coaching Candidates After Kyle Neptune Fired
Villanova had a strong basketball history. Jay Wright surprisingly retired, leaving the program without a strong coach. Kyle Neptune was tabbed as the replacement but didn’t see the same success as his predecessor.
College Basketball News / Field Level Media / March 15
Villanova fires coach Kyle Neptune after three seasons
Villanova fired basketball coach Kyle Neptune on Saturday after three seasons. Asked to replace the legendary Jay Wright, Neptune had a 54-47 record and no NCAA Tournament appearances.
Villanova Wildcats News / Larry Brown Sports / March 15
Major Big East power fires its head coach
A leading Big East power is in the market for a new head basketball coach.
College Basketball News / NCAA Basketball on ClutchPoints / February 19
Kyle Neptune ruthlessly clowned online after meltdown vs. UConn
The Villanova basketball team had a golden opportunity to pick up a crucial road win on Tuesday night that would’ve been huge for their NCAA Tournament resume.
College Basketball News / NCAA Basketball on ClutchPoints / February 13
Villanova basketball fans want 1 thing for Kyle Neptune after beating St. John’s
The tide may be turning for Villanova basketball’s Kyle Neptune, after leading the Wildcats to a 73-71 victory over St. John’s on Wednesday. Neptune received a warm sentiment from fans after the third-year head coach earned the win against the No.
College Basketball News / Hardwood Heroics / January 21
Watch: Wooga Poplar Missed Punch Almost Causes Fight Between Villanova And Georgetown
Villanova’s Wooga Poplar was ejected following a confrontation with Georgetown’s Thomas Sorber on Monday. Poplar was called for a flagrant 2 foul after throwing a forearm at Sorber early in the game.
Villanova Wildcats News / VU Hoops / January 8
Villanova staves off No. 9 UConn in epic win
It was a true team effort as the Wildcats held off No. 9-ranked UConn on Wednesday night. Through the ups-and-downs of Villanova’s season, head coach Kyle Neptune called for the need to keep getting better, shifting the focus to each day in a process-driven approach.
College Basketball News / Field Level Media / November 23
Villanova vies to subdue high-powered Maryland
Amid a rocky start to the season, Villanova coach Kyle Neptune saw his team's defense strengthen during Tuesday's 93-49 home win over Pennsylvania. "I thought we were way more cohesive than we've been," Neptune said.
Villanova Wildcats News / Field Level Media / November 17
Virginia, Villanova going in different directions after HC changes
BALTIMORE — If any team can empathize with Virginia basketball's current circumstances, it's Villanova. The Wildcats understand the shock of having their championship-winning head coach retire suddenly.
College Basketball News / NBC Sports / November 1
Villanova Wildcats News / VU Hoops / October 31
Catching up with Villanova coach Kyle Neptune before Wildcats begin 2024-25 season
Tommy Godin caught up with Kyle Neptune at Media Day before Villanova begins the 2024-25 season. The Villanova Wildcats are just days away from their regular season opener.
College Basketball News / Last Word On Sports / October 9
Villanova Scrimmage Showcases A New-Look Roster
The annual Blue-White Scrimmage gave fans an early look at the 2024-25 Villanova men’s basketball team. Unlike many scrimmages where the roster split into
College Basketball News / Anonymous Eagle / September 17
Big East MBB Summer Check-In: Villanova
Head coach Kyle Neptune has completely revamped his roster in hopes of acquiring his first winning record in Big East play. Will it work? Team: Villanova Wildcats 2023-24 Record: 18-16, 10-10 Big East 2023-24 Big East Finish: Tied for sixth, and won the tiebreaker with Providence by way of a season sweep of the Friars.
College Basketball News / Last Word On Sports / July 18
Big East Basketball Hot Seat
This offseason we are continuing to evaluate the job stability of coaches in different conferences. This week, it is time to look at the Big East. The schools in this conference are all basketball-first schools, which can often lead to higher expectations and shorter leashes for coaches.
College Basketball News / ESPN / March 21, 2024
Villanova AD says Neptune will return as coach
Kyle Neptune will return for a third season at Villanova, despite calls for his firing after going 35-33 in his first two years.
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