Vu Hoops: For Villanova Wildcats Fans

The regular season has come to a close. The Villanova Wildcats gutted out a close one against the Georgetown Hoyas, With the win over their rivals, the 'Cats have clinched the No. 2 seed at the Big East Tournament, as well as a share of the regular season title. We take a quick look back at the Georgetown game, as well as the bracket, before welcoming back former National Champion and coach, Darryl Reynolds, who has built his Stay Tuned Podcast into an entire network. Last time he was on the show, he was just starting out, he opens up on his journey since, his latest work, upcoming projects, Kobe, and what's next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Villanova Wildcats earned a huge road win on Wednesday, spoiling the Seton Hall Pirates' Senior Night and leaving Seton Hall to look elsewhere for the Big East regular season title. 'Nova led for a majority of the way, before hanging on for a two-point win. With one game left for the regular season, what are the possible scenarios for Villanova to finish in the top three? The Wildcats have one last game, a road showdown with their rival Georgetown Hoyas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With a loss to the Providence Friars, the Villanova Wildcats have to win out (and get some help from other teams) in order to have a chance at winning the Big East regular season. Unfortunately, their next opponent, the Seton Hall Pirates, are in the driver's seat and can potentially lock up the regular season crowd on Wednesday night, when the Wildcats come to town. We look back at a cold-shooting Providence game, prep for the upcoming Seton Hall game, and answer some fan questions. Also, the NCPA (National College Players Association) has suggested that the NCAA take a page from a few European countries playbook and hold the NCAA Tournament in an empty stadium, as a preventative measure from the Coronavirus. Will/Should the NCAA do something like that? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Villanova Wildcats celebrated their lone senior, Tim Saunders, as well as their managers, with a win over the St. John's Red Storm. It was a night that was also dedicated to Kyle Lowry, who had his jersey retired. Now that the 'Cats have played their final Pavilion home game, they'll prepare for their final Wells Fargo Center game of the year. The Providence Friars are coming to town. We preview Ed Cooley's squad, which is coming in with three-straight wins, including victories over Seton Hall and Marquette. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A nice weekend for the Villanova Wildcats. The men's basketball team expanded its winning streak, while we were away, with a red-hot shooting performance against the DePaul Blue Demons, and then a solid road win against the Xavier Musketeers. Now, the 'Cats are prepping for their game with St. John's. Meanwhile, the women's basketball team gave Harry Perretta and its seniors a wonderful send off on Senior Day over the weekend, upsetting No. 12-ranked DePaul. Cameron Onken went beast mode with the program's second-ever triple-double for the Lady 'Cats. We discuss what some are calling "the death of college basketball," traps, cheesesteaks, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Villanova Wildcats are back on track, after breaking their losing streak with close win over Marquette Golden Eagles and a dominant second-half showing against the Temple Owls. With the win, 'Nova has moved up to No. 12 on the latest AP poll, seated higher than any other Big East team at the moment. Before we get to that, we have to address the New York Knicks' desire for Jay Wright. Also, no episode on Thursday, so we preview the upcoming games against the DePaul Blue Demons and Xavier Muskteers. We wrap things up with a loaded mailbag of questions, ranging from topics regarding next year's 'Cats, who's leaving for the draft, Mexican beers, and ~love~ advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Seton Hall Pirates handed the Villanova Wildcats their third-straight loss. What went wrong? Also, we take a look at a well-represented showing by the Big East in this week's polls, with five different teams now in the Top 25, and share our reactions to the NCAA's top four seeds. Now, the Wildcats will try to break the losing stretch with a rubber match with the Marquette Golden Eagles. Can Villanova bounce back with a win? Also, no episode on Thursday, since Chris is going on vacation, so we preview Sunday's game against the Temple Owls. New rule: No Big 5 slander until Villanova reclaims the crown and sweeps the rest of the Philly schools! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welp, that just happened. Leaky roofs, Butler Blue IV's debut, and a little Hinkle Fieldhouse magic to top it all off, as the Butler Bulldogs pull off an upset victory with a three-point buzzer beater by Kamar Baldwin to defeat the Villanova Wildcats. Villanova, who has now dropped back-to-back games, will try to recover, regroup, and return to the right path against the pesky Seton Hall Pirates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're a football podcast until further notice! Villanova Wildcats football alum Tanoh Kpassagnon wins a Super Bowl with the Kansas City Chiefs. The former defensive end standout logged a couple of tackles in the win, giving 'Nova another pro champion. On the basketball court, the news wasn't as good, as Villanova fell behind the Creighton Bluejays once again, but there would be no comeback this time around. Now, the 'Cats will prepare for a Wednesday showdown with Butler. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Villanova Wildcats just seem to love playing at Madison Square Garden, and Tuesday was no different. Villanova enjoyed its largest margin of victory in Big East play this season, with a 20-point win over the St. John's Red Storm. All five 'Cats were in double figures, with Collin Gillespie and Saddiq Bey leading the charge. Next up for the 'Cats is a showdown with the Creighton Bluejays. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Villanova Wildcats escaped the Dunkin Donuts Center with a win over the Providence Friars. Now, they'll prepare for a game against the St. John's Red Storm on Tuesday night. After we recap and preview, instead of a mailbag, we share a few words on Kobe Bryant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NCAA.com named its list of the 11 best Villanova players from the past decade. Back in the present-day, the Villanova Wildcats pulled away in the second half in a strong all-around performance against the Butler Bulldogs, prevailing over their foes in a top-15 showdown. After a four-game home stand, the Wildcats will head on the road to take on the Providence Friars on Saturday. We take a look ahead at that, and also go beyond the Big East and look at the Kansas Jayhawks brawling in the Phog. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Big Game Jermaine came through once again, as the Villanova Wildcats held off the UConn Huskies on Saturday. Jermaine Samuels topped off a strong second half performance with the dagger to preserve the win. Now, the 'Cats return back to the Big East slate with a top 15 matchup against the Butler Bulldogs, who are trying to shake off a two-game losing streak. Then, before we hit another crowded mailbag, we take a moment to shoutout Tanoh Kpassagnon and his Super Bowl-bound Kansas City Chiefs teammates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ryan Arcidiacono and Kyle Lowry will officially be G.O.A.T.ed when they have their jerseys retired in February. Huge shoutout to the iconic Wright era point guards. There are plenty of opinions regarding the next pair to receive the honor, and we weigh in. Afterwards, we look at the DePaul Blue Demons game and the overtime escape act. Then, we gear up for a final showdown with the American Conference edition of the UConn Huskies, before they move to the Big East next year. Wouldn't it be great to sweep the three-year series? Lastly, there's a crowded mailbag, including pineapples on pizzas, inbounds plays, a would-you-rather Duke or Kentucky question, and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Being the Georgetown Hoyas just never gets old. Saddiq Bey exploded for a highly efficient 33-point performance against the Hoyas, leading the way in the Villanova Wildcats' victory. It was another solid defensive performance against opposing key players, and it looks like the 'Cats aren't sleeping in the streets anymore with a solid team-wide shooting performance. Next up for the 'Cats is a showdown with the DePaul Blue Demons, who are hungry for their first Big East win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Villanova Wildcats pulled off their first road victory in Big East play this season, doing it in come-from-behind fashion. After a real slow start, Villanova turned it on in the second half, raising the intensity defensively. It also helped having a 24-point performance from Collin Gillespie, some crucial plays in the closing minutes, and a clutch offensive rebound by Jeremiah Robinson-Earl. It was certainly an impressive win for the 'Cats, who continue to elevate their play on the defensive end. Offensively, is Villanova's recent shooting woes just a rough patch or a sign of more troubling things down the road? Also, we discuss the WIldcats' slick new alternative jersey that's pitch blue -- not black -- and where they stand among the others, as well as take a look ahead to Saturday's game against the Georgetown Hoyas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Happy New Year! The State of the Nova Nation is back after a holiday hiatus, and there a couple of games to look back upon, with showdowns against the Xavier Musketeers and Marquette Golden Eagles. It's early in conference play, but across the conference it's looking like road wins are going to be even harder to come by than usual. Can AP Coach of the Decade Jay Wright get his Villanova Wildcats to regroup in time for their trip to Omaha? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Villanova Wildcats got an early Christmas present, as they were able to hang on for a one-point upset victory over the visiting Kansas Jayhawks. It was a back-and-forth game, and while 'Nova was able to hit the big shots in crucial moments, its defensive effort is what stole the show. The 'Cats had their best showing on that end of the court so far this season. Is this a sign that things are going to turn the corner? We also take a look ahead to next week's Big East opener with the Xavier Musketeers and preview the first conference game of the season. We also discuss the new uniforms, Maddy Siegrist's new record, Coach of the Decade, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Villanova Wildcats might have dodged a bullet. After the game against the Delaware Blue Hens, Dylan Painter made his official debut with his new squad on Tuesday night and killed it off the bench, supplying a team-high 19 points in 18 minutes in a win over in-state rival Delaware State. After starting up the Dylan Painter CAA Player of the Year campaign, we dive into the upcoming clash with No. 1-ranked Kansas Jayhawks. We preview Saturday's big game, from on the court matchups, to crowd sizes, key players to watch for, and everything else in between. We finish things off with another loaded mailbag at the end of the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Villanova Wildcats were able to successfully fend off the Delaware Blue Hens in their late comeback attempt for their teammate Dylan Painter. No revenge was had, but now the 'Cats can turn their eyes to the upcoming matchup with the No. 1-ranked Kansas Jayhawks. We look back at the Never Forget Tribute Classic showdown, as well as the new edition of the polls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices