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Looking back at the guy who followed THE guy in college basketball
North Carolina recently fired head men's basketball coach Hubert Davis, ending a five-year run in which he struggled to keep the program at the heights of its lofty expectations.
Villanova Wildcats News / The Villanovan / March 15
Then & Now: Villanova Men’s Basketball Is In A Different Place 
Today, March 15, marks exactly one year since Villanova men’s basketball dismissed head coach Kyle Neptune after three consecutive seasons of no NCAA Tournament appearances.
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.
The '2nd-overall NBA Draft picks' quiz
How many of the players to be taken second-overall in each NBA Draft since the lottery era began in 1985 can you name in six minutes?
Who is Kyle Neptune? Breaking down the resume of Charlotte’s newest assistant coach
The summer of 2025 has been defined by change for the Charlotte Hornets. Not only are they ushering in a slew of new players, working remote due to renovations
Hornets adding Kyle Neptune to coaching staff
The Charlotte Hornets are reportedly adding former Villanova head coach Kyle Neptune to Charles Lee’s coaching staff. No word yet on what his exact role on the coaching staff is, but there was a vacancy after Chris Jent departed to be the associate head coach of the New York Knicks.
Former Villanova Head Coach Kyle Neptune Hired by Charlotte Hornets
Five months after he was dismissed as the head coach of the Villanova Wildcats, Kyle Neptune has found his next coaching opportunity. Neptune was hired as an assistant coach by the Charlotte Hornets on Friday, joining coach Charles Lee's staff less than two months until the season gets underway.
Villanova Wildcats News / Hoops Rumors / August 29, 2025
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.
Villanova Wildcats News / VU Hoops / April 8, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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.
College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / March 17, 2025
‘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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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.
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, 2025
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, 2025
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 / Field Level Media / November 23, 2024
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.
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 / NCAA Basketball on ClutchPoints / November 7, 2024
Villanova’s Kyle Neptune hit with ‘five alarm fire’ after loss to Columbia
Being the Villanova basketball head coach comes with high expectations. And head coach Kyle Neptune could be losing his grip on his job position with the Wildcats.
Villanova Wildcats News / VU Hoops / October 31, 2024
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 / VU Hoops / May 22, 2024
Shulga will stay at VCU
Fewer than three weeks after pledging to play for Kyle Neptune and Villanova, VCU’s Max Sulga has decommitted to the Wildcats and will remain at VCU. The 6’4” Ukraine native had one year of eligibility remaining and will stay in Richmond to play for the Rams.
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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