Villanova Wildcats: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Villanova Wildcats News / VU Hoops / April 7

Villanova returning two key starters for 2026-27 season

Villanova has seen plenty of movement already as the transfer portal window has opened. After losing both Acaden Lewis and Bryce Lindsay in the portal, the Wildcats received good news regarding two important starters.

Villanova Wildcats News / VU Hoops / April 7

Villanova Basketball: 2026 transfer portal tracker

The transfer portal is officially open and we are here to track every move that Villanova makes. This 15-day period has become one of the most important stretches of the year in college basketball.

Villanova Wildcats News / The Villanovan / April 6

Villanova Women’s Basketball’s MD Ntambue Enters Transfer Portal

Villanova women’s basketball’s MD Ntambue has entered the transfer portal. The 5’ 9” guard from Montreal, Canada currently has three years of eligibility remaining. Ntambue averaged 1.5 points, 1.2 rebounds and 1.1 assists this season.

Villanova Wildcats News / VU Hoops / April 6

Villanova loses backcourt duo in new age of college basketball

Let’s just start with this — Kevin Willard and Villanova will be fine moving forward. Now that we got that out of the way, we can discuss how the Wildcats are being impacted by this era of college basketball.

Acaden Lewis declares for NBA draft, enters transfer portal

The freshman point guard has decided to enter the NBA draft while maintaining his college eligibility, as well as entering the transfer portal. Reports are that Villanova made a very competitive NIL offer to retain Lewis, but he has decided to (likely) move along anyway.

Villanova Wildcats News / The Villanovan / April 2

Villanova Men’s Tennis Falls to Bucknell and Saint Joseph’s

Villanova men’s tennis dropped a pair of road matches over the weekend, falling 5–2 to Bucknell on March 29 before closing the trip with a loss to Saint Joseph’s.

Villanova Wildcats News / VU Hoops / April 2

Villanova heavily pursued Final Four head coach last year

Villanova was one of the top available jobs around the nation last year. The Wildcats went through a rigorous process before landing on Kevin Willard. Now, North Carolina is looking for a new head coach and considered the top landing spot for a head coach.

Villanova Wildcats News / The Villanovan / March 28

Villanova Women’s Lacrosse Takes Down No.2 Stanford, 9-8

On Saturday, March 28, Villanova women’s lacrosse achieved its biggest upset in program history, taking down No.2 ranked Stanford, 9-8, at Villanova Stadium.

Kevin Willard News / VU Hoops / March 26

What to make of Kevin Willard’s NCAA Tournament record

Villanova made the right hire. Despite the overblown media spectacle of Willard’s comments about his staff during an NCAA Tournament loss vs. Utah State last weekend, the Wildcats have the right man leading the way.

Kevin Willard News / The Villanovan / March 25

Kevin Willard Goes Viral Again In March

Villanova head coach Kevin Willard has made it a common theme to go viral during post-game press conferences. Now, it is during in-game press conferences too.

Villanova Wildcats News / The Villanovan / March 25

Villanova Baseball Takes Home Series Against UNC Asheville

This past weekend, Villanova baseball (9-10) hosted UNC Asheville (12-12, 1-2 Big South) for a three-game series at Villanova Ballpark in Plymouth Meeting.

Villanova Wildcats News / The Villanovan / March 25

Villanova Women’s Lacrosse Defeats Xavier, 14-8, On Senior Day

On Saturday, March 21, Villanova women’s lacrosse defeated Xavier, 14-8, in its first Big East conference game of the season and Senior Day celebration.

Villanova Wildcats News / The Villanovan / March 25

Golf Earns Second Place Finish In Williamsburg

On Monday, March 23, the Villanova golf team traveled to Williamsburg, VA, competing in its third tournament of the spring season, the Golden Horseshoe Intercollegiate.

Villanova Wildcats News / VU Hoops / March 24

3 perfect fits for Villanova early in the transfer portal

We’ve reached the point of the year where it’s time to turn the page to the transfer portal. Unfortunately, this time has come a bit too early, but the arrow is pointing up for Kevin Willard and the Wildcats.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / March 21

Villanova HC makes himself the story in opening-round loss

Villanova HC Kevin Willard makes himself the story in opening-round loss to Utah State

While losing by double-digits to a mid-major program is bad enough for a team that is used to competing for national championships, Willard didn't exactly do himself or the program any favors by making himself the focal point.

Texas A&M coach drops hilarious dinosaur quote about Houston

North Carolina legend had troubling reaction to team’s NCAA Tournament collapse

Iowa State star suffers injury minutes into March Madness game

Miracle buzzer-beater saves Kentucky from upset against Santa Clara

UNC star Seth Trimble has strong words about Hubert Davis after another March Madness meltdown

The 'Men's Final Fours since 2000' quiz

College Basketball News / College Sports Only / February 11

Villanova, Pope Leo XIV's Alma Mater, To Play Notre Dame in Rome Next Season

Anything is possible in college hoops when you have a sports-loving Pope. Villanova basketball will open next season overseas, with both the men’s and women’s teams set to tip off 2026–27 in Rome against Notre Dame in a duel of Catholic schools.

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / December 23

Villanova's 16-0 second-half run sinks Seton Hall in Kevin Willard's New Jersey return

Acaden Lewis had a game-high 16 points and Villanova used a 16-point run early in the second half to fuel a 64-56 road victory over Seton Hall on Tuesday night in Newark, N.J.

The 'Most men's NCAA Tournament appearances' quiz

Villanova Wildcats News / Field Level Media / November 8

Villanova drops 94 points on Queens as Kevin Willard notches first Wildcats win

Duke Brennan scored 17 points and pulled down a career-high 20 rebounds Saturday night for host Villanova, which never trailed in a 94-74 win over Queens.

25 men's college hoops teams to watch in 2025-26

The 'Most men's NCAA Tournament appearances' quiz

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / September 14

Villanova produces all-time bad beat against Penn State

Villanova produces all-time bad beat on absurd final play vs. Penn State

Penn State spread bettors had to be putting a foot through the television on Saturday. The Nittany Lions’ meeting against the Villanova Wildcats in Week 3 produced one of the absolute worst beats of all-time.

No. 2 Penn State pulls away from Villanova in blowout win

CFB Week 3 winners, losers: Texas A&M QB Marcel Reed leads thrilling comeback, Tennessee loses heartbreaker

Takeaways from CFB Week 3: A lot to track in the ACC

Prestigious college football programs with current notable championship droughts

The 'Orange Bowl MVPs' quiz

Villanova Wildcats News / Hoops Rumors / August 29

Former college head coach joining Hornets staff

The former Fordham and Villanova head coach has agreed to become an assistant coach on Charles Lee‘s staff with the Hornets.

Former MVP faces battle to remain in the NBA

Hawks big man looks thoroughly recovered in strong performance in EuroBasket

Rockets star thriving in big lineups at EuroBasket

The 25 greatest debuts from NBA rookies

The 'NBA triple-doubles leaders' quiz

Eric Dixon News / Yardbarker / August 7

The Lakers could have another undrafted gem on their hands

In a summer dominated by LeBron James and Luka Doncic headlines, the Los Angeles Lakers may have quietly struck gold once again in the UDFA market.

Expectation for Austin Reaves’ long-term future is revealed

D’Angelo Russell seemingly takes swipe at Lakers

Who are the 25 best shooters in the NBA right now?

The '2003-04 NBA All-Stars' quiz

Eric Dixon News / Hoops Rumors / June 26

Lakers to add ESPN's top-ranked undrafted player

While he was a prolific outside shooter and scorer in college, talent evaluators view his defense as his biggest question mark as he turns pro.

Austin Reaves reportedly turned down $89 million from Lakers

Despite sale of Lakers, Jeanie Buss expected to remain governor of team for 'years'

Who are the best NBA free agents available this offseason?

The '2003-04 NBA All-Stars' quiz

Eric Dixon News / Hoops Wire / June 13

Cavs Work Out NCAA Scoring Leader Ahead Of NBA Draft

The Cavaliers have worked out Villanova forward Eric Dixon as part of their preparations for the NBA Draft on June 25-26, a source told Spencer Davies of SI.com.