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Former Big East to be known as American Athletic Conference

Posted on April 3, 2013 by akoob

Andrew Koob (@AndrewKoob) – In a press release on Wednesday, the former Big East Conference officially took on a new name and will be named the “American Athletic Conference” after the 2012-2013 athletic season comes to a close. “We worked with … Continue reading →

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Robinson’s big shots help Pitt overcome ‘Nova

Posted on March 3, 2013 by jmverlin

Jasper Wilson (@wilson_jasper) – Overcoming a first half and game more generally hampered by an abundance of fouls and offensive troubles, Pitt and Villanova played to a thrilling conclusion on Sunday. In a game in which the lead was always … Continue reading →

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ESPN: ‘Catholic 7′ splitting from Big East in 2013

Posted on February 28, 2013 by jmverlin

Josh Verlin (@jmverlin) – The end of the Big East has come even sooner than expected. According to ESPN’s Brett McMurphy, Andy Katz and Dana O’Neil, the so-called “Catholic 7″ schools who announced their decision to depart the conference back … Continue reading →

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Villanova claws from behind to beat Rutgers

Posted on February 19, 2013 by Jeff McDevitt

Jeff McDevitt (@JeffMcDev) – Coming off a big road win at UConn on Saturday, Villanova was looking to continue to build their tournament resume to try and secure an at-large bid in the Big Dance. In came a Rutgers squad … Continue reading →

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Villanova tops UConn for crucial road win

Posted on February 16, 2013 by aedwards

Andy Edwards (@DLNAndyEdwards) – Villanova came into Saturday’s game at Connecticut sitting squarely on the NCAA Tournament bubble, in dire need of a quality road victory. Thanks to their freshman phenom and 40 minutes of dirty work, the Wildcats got … Continue reading →

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Wildcats embark on make-or-break road trip

Posted on February 11, 2013 by aedwards

Andy Edwards (@DLNAndyEdwards) – For much of the 2012-13 season, Villanova has experienced something of an identity crisis. Within their first five games, the Wildcats (15-9, 6-5 Big East) lost by 22 to Alabama and by 18 to Ivy League … Continue reading →

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Wildcats fall to Biedscheid, Irish

Posted on January 30, 2013 by gmiley

Garrett Miley @GWMiley – Villanova was unable to pull off a third straight victory over a major opponent on Wednesday night against Notre Dame, falling to the Irish 65-60. Notre Dame’s Cameron Biedscheid was a standout for the Irish, finishing with … Continue reading →

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Arcidiacono leads Villanova past St. John’s

Posted on January 2, 2013 by Jeff McDevitt

Jeff McDevitt (@JeffMcDev) – In his first Big East game, Villanova guard Ryan Arcidiacono scored a career-high 32 points and Villanova outduel St. John’s and guard D’Angelo Harrison 98-86 overtime victory at the Pavillion Wednesday night. “In my first game … Continue reading →

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New hoops league has a lot to figure out

Posted on December 17, 2012 by jmverlin

Josh Verlin (@jmverlin) – The so-called “Catholic 7” schools made a move that is sure to send major shock waves throughout the college basketball landscape when they decided to withdraw from the Big East Conference yesterday. DePaul, Georgetown, Marquette, Providence, … Continue reading →

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Newcomer Arcidiacono leads Villanova to victory

Posted on November 10, 2012 by lbeakes

Lindsey Beakes (@LBeakesy) – On the first night of the 2012 2K Sports Classic benefitting the Wounded Warrior Project, Villanova’s student section was packed with students who have hope despite last season’s disappointing year. The chant, “he’s a freshman” was … Continue reading →

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