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Villanova MBB Kevin Willard Interview (2025-26 Season Preview, Injury Updates, and More)

David Szczepanski @davidsbroadcasting.bsky.social · 1d

FINAL: #14/15 #Villanova defeats Hampton, 56-14. Pat McQuaide was 10-for-13 with 166 yards and five touchdowns. The Wildcats finished the game with 395 total yards of offense.

Villanova has won 19 consecutive home games. Onto UAlbany…

David Szczepanski @davidsbroadcasting.bsky.social · 1d

HALFTIME: #14/15 Villanova leads Hampton, 49-0. Pat McQuaide threw for 166 yards and five touchdowns in the first half. The Wildcats had 247 yards of offense.

Defensively, Villanova had two sacks, six tackles for loss, and only allowed 32 total yards.

David Szczepanski @davidsbroadcasting.bsky.social · 3d

My conversation with #Villanova’s Kevin Willard is also available on Spotify.

Get ready for the upcoming 2025-26 season 👇

open.spotify.com/episode/0jNK...

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David Szczepanski @davidsbroadcasting.bsky.social · 3d

My conversation with #Villanova’s Kevin Willard is now available on YouTube and Spotify.

We discussed the offseason, the upcoming non-conference schedule, injury updates, and more.

Listen on YouTube:

youtu.be/WiKc9Ak2laI?...

Villanova MBB Kevin Willard Interview (2025-26 Season Preview, Injury Updates, and More)

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David Szczepanski @davidsbroadcasting.bsky.social · 5d

Today, I had the privilege of speaking with #Villanova Head Coach Kevin Willard. I’ll post our conversation on Thursday at noon on my YouTube channel.

You don’t want to miss it as we discussed the upcoming season, injury updates, and more.

Link to listen: youtube.com/@davidszczep...

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David Szczepanski @davidsbroadcasting.bsky.social · 7d

#Villanova will play its first exhibition game one week from today on October 19 against VCU.

Get ready for the 2025-26 season with my interview with Villanova’s Tyler Perkins ⬇️

youtu.be/ODfXXtBM2aM?...

Tyler Perkins Interview at 2025 Villanova MBB Media Day

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David Szczepanski @davidsbroadcasting.bsky.social · 8d

FINAL: #17/18 #Villanova defeats Elon, 29-21. The Wildcats are playing their best football with three consecutive wins.

In the hardest part of their schedule, the Wildcats went 3-1 in CAA play.

Ja’briel Mace had the game-winning 98-yard kickoff return.

David Szczepanski @davidsbroadcasting.bsky.social · 8d

Ja’briel Mace takes it to the house again!

A 98-yard kickoff return for #Villanova.

It’s his fourth touchdown in the last two games.

The Wildcats can’t convert the two-point attempt.

26-21 Villanova | 5:10 Q4

Villanova Football vs. Elon Preview

David Szczepanski @davidsbroadcasting.bsky.social · 8d

McQuaide to Luke Colella AGAIN for a touchdown in the third quarter.

It’s Colella’s second touchdown reception of the game and the season.

#Villanova has its first lead of the game, 17-14, with 1:44 left in Q3.

David Szczepanski @davidsbroadcasting.bsky.social · 8d

HALFTIME: Elon leads #Villanova, 14-3. The Wildcats accumulated 160 total yards in the first half, but they only scored on a 38-yard field goal.

Pat McQuaide was 13-for-19 for 86 yards.

Elon’s defense limited the big plays, especially on early downs.

David Szczepanski @davidsbroadcasting.bsky.social · 8d

#Villanova will attempt to win its third consecutive game tomorrow afternoon against Elon.

It’s the Wildcats’ fourth road game in the last five contests. Can Villanova’s rushing attack have another historical performance?

Here is my preview video for WXVU:
youtu.be/54yd85Z5r1c

Villanova rushes for 5 touchdowns | Villanova vs. New Hampshire Recap

David Szczepanski @davidsbroadcasting.bsky.social · 13d

#Villanova rushed for five touchdowns against New Hampshire in a dominant 37-7 victory on Saturday.

Here is my recap video for WXVU:

youtu.be/RUlmEQZLfU8?...

Battle of the Wildcats: Villanova Football vs. New Hampshire Preview

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David Szczepanski @davidsbroadcasting.bsky.social · 14d

I’ll post a recap video for #Villanova Football vs. New Hampshire tomorrow morning.

As a reminder, Villanova Sports Talk will also be LIVE from 12-1 PM tomorrow on WXVU. Big weekend for Villanova Football to discuss + Villanova MBB & WBB season is almost here!

David Szczepanski @davidsbroadcasting.bsky.social · 16d

Battle of the Wildcats Preview: #Villanova vs. New Hampshire

In what could be the last battle between two CAA rivals for a long time, Villanova will look to win its second consecutive game on Saturday in Durham, NH at 1 PM.

youtu.be/3xZFefY9o4c?...

David Szczepanski @davidsbroadcasting.bsky.social · 16d

Happy World College Radio Day! 📻

WXVU will be live all day with student-led shows to celebrate. Thank you for all of the support over the last four years.

Duke Brennan Interview at 2025 Villanova MBB Media Day

David Szczepanski @davidsbroadcasting.bsky.social · 17d

I had the chance to talk with #Villanova Forward Duke
Brennan yesterday about his time at Grand Canyon, his defense and rebounding, what he can bring to the Wildcats, and so much more.

Watch our full conversation ⬇️
youtu.be/jMdegala9ac

Villanova's Family Weekend Win + Ryan Fannon Joins the Show | Villanova Sports Talk 09/29/2025

David Szczepanski @davidsbroadcasting.bsky.social · 20d

Listen to today’s episode of Villanova Sports Talk on Spotify:

Stephen Cain and I recapped #Villanova Football’s win against William & Mary and previewed the game against New Hampshire. Ryan Fannon joined the show at 12:30 PM.

open.spotify.com/episode/40F2...

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David Szczepanski @davidsbroadcasting.bsky.social · 21d

#Villanova earned its first CAA win of the season by defeating William & Mary, 31-24.

Here is my recap video from Villanova Stadium:

youtu.be/hgoO_MjRKH4

Avit and Mace lead the Wildcats to victory | Villanova vs. William & Mary Football Recap 09/27/2025

David Szczepanski @davidsbroadcasting.bsky.social · 21d

Thank you to everyone who tuned in to our WXVU broadcast of #Villanova vs. William & Mary and followed along on social media!

Another successful Family Weekend is in the books!

David Szczepanski @davidsbroadcasting.bsky.social · 22d

FINAL: #20/22 #Villanova defeats William & Mary, 31-24, at Villanova Stadium. The Wildcats have won 18 consecutive home games. David Avit rushed for 133 yards and three touchdowns.

Villanova outscored the Tribe, 17-7, in the second half.

David Szczepanski @davidsbroadcasting.bsky.social · 22d

HALFTIME: William & Mary leads #Villanova, 17-14. The Wildcats accumulated eight penalties in the first half. David Avit had seven carries for 58 yards and two touchdowns.

The ‘Cats will get the football to begin the second half.

David Szczepanski @davidsbroadcasting.bsky.social · 22d

Randy Foye was presented the 2025 Villanova Loyalty Award tonight.

The Loyalty Award is “presented to #Villanova alumni who have rendered distinguished service to the University.” It is the oldest award in university history.

Foye celebrated his 42nd birthday on Wednesday.

Villanova Football vs. William & Mary Preview | Family Weekend

David Szczepanski @davidsbroadcasting.bsky.social · 22d

Happy Family Weekend, Nova Nation!

#Villanova looks to snap their first two-game losing streak since 2022 against William & Mary.

My preview video for WXVU:

youtu.be/-op9eK9rK5M?...