Recent Villanova Athletics News Roundup: Player of the Week, Jersey Retirements, Playoff Updates, and More

Villanova Athletics has been making headlines recently, and VUSports is here to catch you up on all the latest news you may have missed.

Starting with men’s basketball, Collin Gillespie was named the Big East Player of the Week after an impressive performance at the Myrtle Beach Classic. Gillespie averaged 20.3 points and 7.3 assists, leading the Wildcats to the tournament’s title game. Despite a loss to Baylor, Gillespie’s standout performance earned him a spot on the All-Tournament Team.

In other basketball news, Villanova slipped to #22 in the AP Poll after their loss to Baylor. However, the team continues to show promise as they navigate through a competitive season.

Moving on to football, Villanova announced their 2020 schedule, which includes matchups against Lehigh, Wake Forest, and Penn State in the coming years. Quarterback Daniel Smith was also named a finalist for the 2019 Walter Payton Award, showcasing the team’s talent and potential.

On the track, Lydia Olivere was named a Cross Country All-American, adding to Villanova’s impressive athletic achievements. Additionally, Villanova legends Jim Washington and Allan Ray will have their jerseys retired in a special ceremony before the game against Kansas in December.

With so much happening in Villanova athletics, fans have a lot to look forward to in the coming months. Stay tuned for more updates and exciting news from the Wildcats.