Fisher's 18 help No. 6 Villanova hold off 21st-ranked Dayton Nov 21, 2009
"We knew they were going to make a run. We just had to play Villanova basketball.". The Wildcats (4-0) will play Mississippi, an 86-74 winner over Kansas State on Friday night, for the tournament title Sunday. (USA Today -- Sports)
Pioneers Host Villanova in 2009-10 Home Opener Nov 16, 2009
He is the all-time winningest coach in the history of Villanova basketball for both men and women. He has led the Wildcats into the postseason in nine of the last 10 seasons. (Sacredheartpioneers.com)
Graf's Grace Simon Bruty/SIFormer No. 1 Steffi Graf retired from tennis in 1999, and has maintained a quiet existence away from the game.Once upon a time, athletes walked away without thinking twice about the athlete's curse of peaking at age 28. SI's Jon Wertheim discusses "unretirement" in his mailbag. Oct 8, 2009
Weirdly enough, the Villanova basketball gym was formerly the site of the WTA's Philadelphia event. I wonder if Lynch and Clijsters didn't cross paths by happenstance in the late '90s. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Tennis)
Big Upsets, Serena Tirade Highlight Wacky Open Sep 17, 2009
The 26-year-old Clijsters just returned to the WTA Tour last month after retiring from it in the spring of 2007 in order to start a family, which she did with her former Villanova basketball player husband Brian Lynch, who would join Clijsters for the on-court victory celebration at Ashe, as did their one- and-a-half-year-old daughter, Jada. It was only Clijsters' third tournament back, as she became the first-ever wild card and unseeded player to capture America's Open and took out both of the... (ABC 7 News, DC)
Click Here For More Details Aug 1, 2009
Villanova Athletics is proud to announce that the official 2009 Villanova Basketball highlight film, "Attitude of a Champion," will debut at an on-campus premiere on Tuesday, August 4th in the Villanova Room and Cinema in the Connelly Center with two showings at 6:00 PM and 7:30 PM. There will also be two showings on Thursday, August 6th in the Connelly Center Cinema at 6:00 PM and 7:30 PM. Seating for August 6th is limited. Free parking will be available in the Main Lot. (Villanova.com)
In the blood: AAU champions' gene pool makes a big splash Jul 21, 2009
And Delino DeShields, who turned down a Villanova basketball scholarship to start what became a 13-year Major League Baseball career. "Some people don't notice my skills for me," Diamond DeShields says. (USA Today -- Sports)
Nova Notebook: "Attitude of a Champion" to Track Villanova's Ride to the Final Four Jun 16, 2009
Together with photographer Drew Matyas and a staff of filmmakers, Graham has been toiling diligently to craft the official 2009 Villanova Basketball highlight film, a 70-plus minute offering titled "Attitude of a Champion" that will go on sale later this summer ... With the previous contract to produce "Inside Villanova Basketball with " having expired that spring, senior associate athletic director Bob Steitz solicited bids from production companies seeking to deliver the 10 shows that are... (Villanova.com)
N.D. getting a lot of love Jun 16, 2009
"North Dakota is the new Rollie Massimino," Kantowski wrote on Wednesday, referring to the former Villanova basketball coach. "It has so much money it doesn't know what to do with it. It even has begun recruiting laid-off workers from Michigan and Ohio. If you're down on your luck and feeling unwanted, North Dakota just might be the place for you.". (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
950 ESPN and Villanova Extend Agreement Through 2011-12 May 30, 2009
"950 ESPN is excited to continue as the flagship station for Villanova basketball and football," John Fullam, station Vice President and Market Manager, says. "We strive to bring our listeners the best in local and national sports, and the Wildcats fit our programming extremely well.". (Villanova.com)
Jay Wright Interview: Part 2 May 19, 2009
com about the state of the Villanova Basketball program. In part two, coach discusses the assistant coach search, and some of the incoming players. (Villanova Sports -- Rivals.com)
Jay Wright Talks Villanova Basketball - Part One May 18, 2009
com about the state of the Villanova Basketball program. In part one, coach reflects back on the Final Four, speaks to one of the critical adjustments that helped the team peak, discusses the team's attitude about playing hard and covers program fundraising. (Villanova Sports -- Rivals.com)
Men's Basketball Banquet Set for April 22 Apr 15, 2009
- The 2008-09 season will be recalled as one of the most memorable in the annals of Villanova Basketball and fans can relive some of the memories at the 2009 Men's Basketball Banquet on Wednesday, April 22 at the Pavilion ... The night will include the debut of the official 2009 highlight video along with a host of awards, including the 2009 Villanova Basketball Award. (Villanova.com)
Are you experienced? The Final Four teams are Apr 4, 2009
"Just growing as a Villanova basketball player, growing as a man. Hopefully that's going to continue, not just the rest of this year, but next year as well.". Comments. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Villanova guard Reynolds enters tournament lore Apr 3, 2009
"It takes a while for me to trust someone, let alone put my career in their hands. It took a while for me to take pride in Villanova basketball.". But he does, and as Capel says, "It's worked out well for everybody.". (Athens Banner-Herald)
The Wright stuff: Coach Jay Wright has Wildcats in first Final Four since 1985 Apr 1, 2009
I just want our guys to understand how important Villanova basketball is to all the guys, even after they play, Wright said. Any time the ex-players are around, we'd like them to talk to the team. (Missoulian, MT)
Villanova 'still in shock' after stunning victory Mar 30, 2009
The guy whos hit more big shots and made more big plays than anyone I could remember in Villanova basketball history, Wright said to cheers. Theres not anybody on this team that wants to have the ball in his hands at the end. (MSNBC -- Sports)
No hard feelings: DeFilippo is being a good host Mar 28, 2009
Villanova basketball coach Jay Wright, who has a lot of input in the Wildcats' nonconference schedule, is also open to the idea of putting BC on his schedule. DeFilippo and his staff have run a flawless operation. (Boston Globe)
Recently, super 'Nova Mar 26, 2009
Asked if being called a poor man's Duke was an insult or compliment, Villanova basketball coach Jay Wright had to take his time thinking about it. "Good question," he said. (Boston Globe)
Villanova has the Wright stuff Mar 24, 2009
For the past eight years, Wright has become the face of Villanova basketball. His wife, Patty, is a former Villanova cheerleader. (Boston Globe)
'Nova ends UCLA's Final Four run Mar 22, 2009
"I think it's cool to be talking Villanova basketball 30 or 40 years after you've left," Anderson said. "I hope to be in that position one day. It means we're part of a family tradition here at Villanova.". (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
GAME REPORT: Villanova 89, UCLA 69 Mar 22, 2009
I think it's cool to be talking Villanova basketball 30 or 40 years after you've left,'' Anderson said. I hope to be in that position one day. (USA Today -- Sports)
Villanova survives scare to beat American Mar 22, 2009
Then they started to play Villanova basketball. It's basic definition, attack the boards, drive to the basket, get to the foul line. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
'Nova reaches round of 16 with 89-69 win over UCLA Mar 22, 2009
"Villanova not only played like the more talented team, it also had a real home-court advantage. The Wildcats play some of their regular-season games at the Wachovia Center, a short distance from their pristine, suburban campus.There were some sections of neutral fans and a contingent of Bruins supporters, but an overwhelming majority wore navy and rooted hard for their beloved 'Cats.The schools hadn't met in the postseason since the 1971 national title game. John Wooden's Bruins beat the... (Somerset Daily American, PA)
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This is the 30th NCAA Tournament appearance for the Villanova basketball program. To continue reading this article you must be a member. (Villanova Sports -- Rivals.com)
Villanova's winningest class hopes seniority rules at Dance Mar 17, 2009
"Everybody is going to stay confident and play Villanova basketball and keep doing what we've been doing the whole season," he said. The Wildcats matched the school record for regular-season victories by winning 25 games for the fourth time and the first since 1951. (USA Today -- Sports)
Harry Perretta Named Co-BIG EAST Coach of the Year Mar 7, 2009
His 571 victories rank him as the winningest coach in the history of Villanova basketball for both men and women. He has also coached one national player of the year, 14 first team All-Big East performers, 12 Philadelphia Big Five Hall of Famers and 21, 1,000 point scorers. (Villanova.com)
Men's Basketball Feb 8, 2009
Nova Notebook: Villanova Basketball Bids Farewell to its 'Guardian Angel. Saturday, Feb 7. (Philadelphiabig5.org)
General News Feb 8, 2009
- Tickets on Sale for Varsity Club Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony - Bidding Starts Today for V Club Online Auction - Varsity Club Hall of Fame Announces 2008 Inductees - Villanova Basketball Tickets Are Now Available ... com - Villanova Alumni Association Names Harold Jensen Recipient Of 2008 St. Thomas of Villanova Alumni Medal - A Summer to Remember: Wildcat Student-Athletes Took Part in Community Service Trip - Jen Rhines Qualifies to 5,000m Final in Beijing - Villanova Basketball Summer Jam... (Villanova.com)
