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Kevin Willard Named Villanova's New Head Coach

3/30/2025

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Kevin Willard is set to take the helm at Villanova after a successful three-year stint at Maryland, where he achieved a 27-9 record and a Sweet 16 run. His arrival comes as Villanova seeks stability following Kyle Neptune's rocky tenure, while Maryland now grapples with the daunting task of finding a new leader for its basketball program.

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Story summary

Kevin Willard is set to take the helm at Villanova after a successful three-year stint at Maryland, where he achieved a 27-9 record and a Sweet 16 run. His arrival comes as Villanova seeks stability following Kyle Neptune's rocky tenure, while Maryland now grapples with the daunting task of finding a new leader for its basketball program.