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Kevin Willard Aims to Revive Villanova Basketball Legacy

11/3/2025

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Kevin Willard, Villanova's new head coach, aims to restore the program's former glory.
The Wildcats finished 21-15 last year and face roster turnover and NIL payments.
Willard, previously Maryland's coach, emphasizes maintaining Villanova's culture while integrating eight transfers and three freshmen.
He plans to stay at Villanova for at least a decade and return the program to prominence.

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Story summary

Kevin Willard, Villanova's new head coach, aims to restore the program's former glory.
The Wildcats finished 21-15 last year and face roster turnover and NIL payments.
Willard, previously Maryland's coach, emphasizes maintaining Villanova's culture while integrating eight transfers and three freshmen.
He plans to stay at Villanova for at least a decade and return the program to prominence.