Villanova Wildcats: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Villanova Wildcats News / VU Hoops / May 9

Villanova recruiting target Favour Ibe commits to Virginia

At one point in time, it seemed like the race for Favour Ibe was down to Florida International and Villanova. But as of late, Tennessee and Virginia started getting involved with the four-star recruit.

Villanova Wildcats News / VU Hoops / May 8

Villanova receives dull projection for 2027 NCAA Tournament

The NCAA Tournament has officially expanded to 76 teams. Regardless of your personal opinion on it, one thing is for sure — there is definitely no excuse for Kevin Willard and Villanova to be left out.

Villanova Wildcats News / VU Hoops / May 5

Two former Wildcats now key pieces for way-too-early top 25 teams

The sting of the transfer portal is nothing new on the Main Line, but seeing the names Acaden Lewis and Bryce Lindsay pop up in Gary Parrish’s Way-Too-Early Top 25 for 2026 — in uniforms other than Villanova’s — feels like a particularly sharp twist of the knife.

Villanova Wildcats News / VU Hoops / May 4

Will Luigi Suigo commit? Villanova target shares cryptic sign during video

Is Luigi Suigo headed to Villanova? The Wildcats have been linked to the Italian center if he comes to college. On Monday, Nova Alerts shared a clip of Suigo on social media discussing his future.

College Basketball News / VU Hoops / May 3

With all of this center talk, who are the tallest ‘Cats of all time?

There haven’t been very many seven-footers in Villanova’s history. Dating back as far as 1982, the following is a rundown of the top ten tallest Wildcat players in history.

Tyler Perkins News / VU Hoops / April 30

Tyler Perkins has arthroscopic surgery on right shoulder, should be fully participating by summer

It was already known that Tyler Perkins is tough, but the junior was playing through more than was known towards the end of the season. In an update provided today, the school stated that Perkins has “begun the recovery and rehabilitation process after recent arthroscopic surgery on his right shoulder.

Tyler Perkins News / VU Hoops / April 29

Tyler Perkins’ All-Big 5 honor hints at something bigger for Villanova

Tyler Perkins making All-Big 5 First Team feels like something Villanova fans have seen before. For those who value every box out and contested rebound at the Finn, seeing a gritty 6-foot-4 guard earn top honors in the city is a familiar sight.

Villanova Wildcats News / The Villanovan / April 29

Villanova Rowing Competes At The Lake Wheeler Invitational

Villanova’s rowing team put together a weekend of steady progress at the Lake Wheeler Invitational, April 24-25, in North Carolina in multiple season-best performances against a competitive, nationally ranked field.

Villanova Wildcats News / The Villanovan / April 29

Villanova Women’s Lacrosse Season Ends With Butler Win, 18-9

On Saturday, April 25, Villanova’s women’s lacrosse team (9-6, 3-3 Big East) concluded its season with a decisive, 18-9, win against Butler (3-13, 0-6 Big East) at Varsity Field in Indianapolis, IN.

Villanova Wildcats News / VU Hoops / April 28

Who’s Next? Villanova watches another center go off the board

It has not been a good week for Villanova in the center market. Last week, both Ben Defty (Arizona State) and Christian Reeves (Kansas) went off the board.

Villanova Wildcats News / The Villanovan / April 27

Villanova Men’s 4xMile Gets Redemption On Day Three Of Penn Relays

PHILADELPHIA – For the 23rd time in Villanova track and field history, the men’s 4xMile team will bring a wheel back to campus. Marco Langon ran a blazing 3:55.94 as the anchor leg, outkicking Oregon’s Simeon Birnbaum, to help the team to a winning time of 16:18.47 on day three of Penn Relays.

Villanova Wildcats News / The Villanovan / April 26

Miami Transfer Guard Simone Pelish Commits to Villanova Women’s Basketball

On Saturday, April 25, University of Miami transfer guard Simone Pelish announced her commitment to Villanova women’s basketball on her Instagram. During the 2025-26 season, Pelish appeared in 12 games for the Hurricanes.

Villanova Wildcats News / The Villanovan / April 25

Villanova Sets New Records On Day 2 Of 2026 Penn Relays, Comes Up Short in Men’s DMR

Friday marked Day 2 of the 130th Penn Relays, and the Villanova men’s and women’s teams competed in the Distance Medley Relay (DMR). The Villanova men’s DMR team finished second in a shoulder-to-shoulder finish, losing to Oregon.

Villanova Wildcats News / The Villanovan / April 22

Softball Falls To Towson, Splits With George Mason

Villanova softball lost its midweek game to Towson before splitting its two-game series against George Mason on Saturday, April 18. The ‘Cats dropped a 5-2 decision against Towson on Wednesday, April 15.

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 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.