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Big East Conference Unveils 2025-26 Villanova Basketball Schedule
10/2/2025, 6:45:46 PM
Overview of the 2025-26 Season
On Wednesday, the Big East Conference announced the tipoff times and television coverage for the 2025-26 men’s basketball season, marking the first year under a new six-year media deal that extends through the 2030-31 season. This agreement includes broadcasting on networks such as FOX Sports (FOX, FS1), NBC Sports (NBC, Peacock), TNT Sports (TNT, truTV), and ESPN (ESPN+). Villanova basketball will be under the leadership of new head coach Kevin Willard, who is integrating 13 new players into the program.
Key Dates and Matchups
The Villanova Wildcats will commence their season on November 3, 2025, facing Brigham Young University (BYU) at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, with the game scheduled for 9:30 p.m. ET on TNT. The conference schedule will kick off with an away game against Seton Hall on December 23, 2025. The Big East Tournament is set to take place at Madison Square Garden from March 11-14, 2026, continuing a tradition that has been in place for 44 consecutive years.
Villanova's Non-Conference Schedule
- November 3: vs. BYU – 9:30 p.m. (TNT)
- November 8: vs. Queens – 7:00 p.m. (ESPN+)
- November 11: vs. Sacred Heart – 7:00 p.m. (ESPN+)
- November 15: vs. Duquesne – 8:00 p.m. (truTV)
- November 19: at LaSalle – TBD (CBSSN)
- November 25: vs. Old Dominion – 7:00 p.m. (ESPN+)
- December 1: vs. Temple – 6:30 p.m. (FS1)
- December 9: at Michigan – TBD (TBD)
- December 13: vs. Pitt – TBD (TNT + truTV)
- December 19: vs. Wisconsin – TBD (TBD)
- December 23: at Seton Hall – 7:00 p.m. (Peacock)
Villanova's Conference Schedule
- December 31: vs. DePaul – 6:00 p.m. (FS1)
- January 3: at Butler – Noon (TNT + truTV)
- January 7: vs. Creighton – 7:30 p.m.
- January 10: at Marquette – 2:30 p.m. (TNT + truTV)
- January 13: at Providence – 6:30 p.m. (FS1)
- January 17: vs. St. John’s – 8:00 p.m. (Peacock)
- January 21: vs. Georgetown – 7:00 p.m. (Peacock)
- January 24: at Connecticut – 12:30 p.m. (FOX)
- January 30: vs. Providence – 7:00 p.m. (FS1)
- February 4: vs. Seton Hall – 6:30 p.m. (Peacock)
- February 7: at Georgetown – Noon (TNT + truTV)
- February 10: vs. Marquette – 7:30 p.m. (TNT + truTV)
- February 14: at Creighton – 2:30 p.m. (FOX)
- February 17: at Xavier – 6:30 p.m. (FS1)
- February 21: vs. Connecticut – 5:30 p.m. (TNT + truTV)
- February 25: vs. Butler – 7:00 p.m. (FS1)
- February 28: at St. John’s – 8:00 p.m. (FOX)
- March 4: at DePaul – 8:00 p.m. (Peacock)
- March 7: vs. Xavier – Noon (TNT + truTV)
Implications for Villanova Basketball
The 2025-26 season represents a significant transition for Villanova, as the team adapts to new coaching strategies and integrates a diverse roster. The schedule features a mix of competitive non-conference and conference games, which will be crucial for establishing the team's performance in the Big East. The Wildcats aim to leverage their new media exposure to enhance their visibility and engagement with fans.
Official Statements & Responses
Kevin Willard expressed enthusiasm about the upcoming season, stating, "We are excited to begin this new chapter for Villanova basketball and look forward to the challenges ahead." The Big East Conference emphasized the importance of the new media deal in promoting college basketball, enhancing fan engagement, and providing broader access to games.
Verbatim Quotes
This comprehensive schedule and the accompanying media strategy are poised to shape the future of Villanova basketball in the coming years.
