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Villanova Wildcats News / VU Hoops / April 10

Willard Introductory Recap

Kevin Willard was introduced to the public on Wednesday as Villanova’s newest head coach. Here is a recap... Kevin Willard knows that the pressure is already on at Villanova | Inquirer Villanova's president, the Rev.

Kris Parker News / VU Hoops / April 8

Parker set to Transfer

Villanova freshman Kris Parker will enter the Transfer Portal. The Tallahassee native, who redshirted the 2023-24 season at Alabama, averaged 2.6 points, 1.5 boards, and .5 assists this season for Villanova across 27 games.

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.

Villanova Wildcats News / Yardbarker / April 7

Kevin Willard gets first big recruiting wins at Villanova

Villanova's new head coach is already adding to his roster.

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College Basketball News / SuperWest Sports / April 3

USC Playing with House Money Against Villanova in Crown: Trojans Meet Wildcats in Second Round of Tournament in Las Vegas

For some teams, the newly formed College Basketball Crown and the NIT are not good fits. Whether because of coaching changes, heavy transfers, or injuries, these postseason tournaments are not beneficial to every program.

College Basketball News / Larry Brown Sports / April 1

Scott Van Pelt has harsh words for Kevin Willard

ESPN host Scott Van Pelt did not hold back regarding Kevin Willard’s decision to leave Maryland for Villanova.

Villanova names Maryland's Kevin Willard as head coach

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College Basketball News / Yardbarker / April 1

Scott Van Pelt's frustration with Kevin Willard is misguided

ESPN's Scott Van Pelt recently took issue with former Maryland men's basketball coach Kevin Willard for his actions before leaving for the same role at Villanova. The Terrapins alum might want to thank Willard instead.

Maryland hires Texas A&M's Buzz Williams as coach

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Jay Wright News / Athlon Sports / March 20

Ex-Villanova Coach Jay Wright Predicts 3 First-Round March Madness Upsets

CBS Sports and TNT Sports analyst Jay Wright is more uniquely qualified than most to offer insight and make predictions about March Madness. After all,

Kyle Neptune 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.

Kyle Neptune 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.

North Carolina's NCAA Tournament hopes look bleak

Watch: North Carolina falls short of upset vs. Duke after critical mistake

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Villanova Wildcats News / Beyond Women's Sports / March 10

NCAAW: Big East Tournament Semifinals – Villanova Versus UConn – Notes From the Office

The UConn Huskies met the Villanova Wildcats in the first Big East semifinal today at Mohegan Sun Arena. Both teams started off strong and with some real attitude and determination.

Paige Bueckers News / Yardbarker / March 9

UConn's Paige Bueckers bolsters Wooden Award case with dominant showing vs. Villanova

In the Big East Tournament semifinal on Sunday, UConn guard Paige Bueckers needed just one half to illustrate why she may be the best player in women's college basketball.

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Wooga Poplar News / VU Hoops / March 9

2025 All-Big East teams announced: Eric Dixon, Wooga Poplar earn all-conference

Villanova has two All-Big East players, as Eric Dixon lands on the first team for the first time in his career. The Big East announced its annual all-conference teams, and Villanova has two representatives among the Big East’s best.

Villanova Wildcats News / VU Hoops / March 2

Chasing Kittles

Only Scottie and Kittles are ahead of Big E Villanova fifth-year senior Eric Dixon finds himself in third place on the Villanova Men’s All-Time Scoring List with 2,184 points after tallying 34 points in the Wildcats’ 80-70 victory over Butler on Saturday.

Isas Waxter News / FCS Football on SI / March 1

2025 NFL Scouting Combine Results: Villanova DB Isas Waxter

Villanova cornerback Isas Waxter started on-field testing Friday at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. He is one of 13 former FCS players participating in this year's combine.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / February 21

How mercurial Villanova upset another ranked team

Villanova kept its hopes alive for an at-large bid in the NCAA Tournament.

Notre Dame HC goes on epic rant after latest loss: 'This is rock bottom'

Michigan coach Dusty May signs new contract amid Indiana rumors

Coach Dan Hurley hints at big issue with his UConn players

Bill Self reportedly considered making a shocking job decision

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College Basketball News / Field Level Media / January 25

Stevie Mitchell, No. 10 Marquette handle Villanova

Stevie Mitchell had 21 points and Chase Ross added 18 as No. 10 Marquette clamped down on the nation's top scorer en route to an 87-74 Big East victory over Villanova on Friday night in Milwaukee.

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Isas Waxter News / FCS Football on SI / January 16

2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Villanova DB Isas Waxter

Height: 6-foot-2 Weight: 215 pounds Career Statistics: 108 Total Tackles, 7 TFLs, 1 Sack, 3 INTs, 19 PBUs, 3 FFs, 4 TDs Allowed Accolades: 2X FCS All-American

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.

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Stephen A Smith News / Fadeaway World / June 26

Stephen A. Smith's Horrible Take About 2016 Villanova Squad Resurfaces After Mikal Bridges Trade

ESPN's Stephen A. Smith has dished out some bad takes over the years and one resurfaced recently after the New York Knicks traded for Mikal Bridges. Bridges,

Jaaron Hayek News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 7

Chiefs Signed WR Jaaron Hayek, Waived WR Reggie Brown

According to Matt Derrick, the Chiefs have signed WR Jaaron Hayek and are waiving WR Reggie Brown to bring the roster total back to 91 players. Hayek, 22, went undrafted out of Villanova and is now catching on with the Chiefs after attending their rookie minicamp.

College Basketball News / Action Network / March 14, 2024

NCAAB odds, pick: Villanova vs. Marquette betting guide for Thursday, March 14

Action Network's Sean Paul has college basketball odds, picks and predictions for Villanova vs Marquette on Thursday, March 14.

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College Basketball News / Action Network / March 5, 2024

NCAAB odds, pick: Villanova vs. Seton Hall betting preview for Wednesday, March 6

Action Network's Matt Gannon has odds, picks and predictions in his Villanova vs. Seton Hall betting preview for Wednesday, March 6.

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Villanova Wildcats News / NBA Analysis Network / February 27, 2024

Nova Knicks Made NBA History vs. Pistons

Very rarely do college teammates get to continue their basketball journeys together into the NBA. But, that is what former Villanova Wildcats teammates Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart and Donte DiVincenzo are doing with the New York Knicks.

Jay Wright News / Larry Brown Sports / February 25, 2024

Jay Wright rules himself out of contention for one coaching job

The rumors will not go away that former Villanova coach Jay Wright might return to coaching, but he insists he has no plans to do so — even with what he considers to be a solid job available.

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