Rhode Island 65: :78 Villanova
#20 Villanova (6-0) got 19 points and 12 rebound from Dante Cunningham to beat Rhode Island (5-2) in the Championship game of the Philly Hoop Group Classic. The Wildcats had 5 players in double digit; Corey Fisher (14), Scottie Reynolds (13), Reggie Redding (11) and Antonio Pena (10).
The game turned out to be a very physical one getting ‘Nova ready for Big East Conference play. Redding, assigned the duty of guarding URI star Jimmy Baron, required 4 stitches and enough blood was drawn to require jersey changes.
Dante Cunningham was named MVP of the Tournament. Corey Fisher was named to the All-Tournament team.
Casiem Drummond did not play again. Reason; Injury? Discipline? Unkown. But rumors abound.
Game 6: vs. Rhode Island
#20 Villanova (5-0) will take on Rhode Island (5-1) tonight in the Championship of the Philly Hoop Group Classic. The Rams’ lone lost on the season is at the hands of Duke in a game that saw URI lead most of the way.
The Rams have 4 players averaging double-digits in scoring led by guards Jimmy Baron (18.5) who is a terrific shooter and Keith Cothran (17.8).
Villanova holds a 4-2 edge over Rhode Island through history, but interestingly enough, the last game was in 1950.
Locally in the Metro Philly area, the TV will be broadcast on CN8. Audio can be heard on 950 ESPN. Tipoff is at 8:45. If you’re not in the Philly area, the game should be available via channelsurfing.net.
Dwayne Anderson is out.
Tickets are available on StubHub.
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Towson 47: :64 Villanova
Villanova (5-0) used a 13-3 start in the second half to beat out Towson (3-1) 64-47. The Wildcats shot below 30% from 3 (7-24) but out-rebounded the Tigers and held them to 19 second-half points. Scottie Reynolds led ‘Nova with 14. Antonio Pena and Dante Cunningham both added 12.
‘Nova will take on Rhode Island on saturday evening in the final of the Philly Hoop Group Classic at The Palestra.
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Game 5: vs. Towson
#20 Villanova (4-0) will play Towson (3-1) in the next installment of the Philly Hoop Group Classic Tournament tonight.
This is the fourth game between the two schools. The Wildcats hold a 3-0 advantage historically over the Tigers. Towson’s leading rebounder and scorer, Junior Hairston, has served his 3-game suspension and has 1 game under his belt.
The game, from the Palestra, will only be found on the radio. Tipoff is at 8:30p.
If Villanova wins, they will play the winner of the Penn State/Rhode Island game on Saturday. If they lose, they will play the loser. Tickets are still available.
Villanova Stat Leaders
PPG: Cunningham- 18.5, Stokes- 14.0, Reynolds- 13.0
Rebounds: Cunningham- 6.8, Peña- 6.0
Dwayne Anderson is out.
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Talking Villanova Basketball with Jay Wright
“Talking Villanova Basketball with Jay Wright” begins this week on SportsTalk 950 WPEN. The show will be broadcast from a new location this year- Flip & Bailey’s at 900 Conestoga Road in Rosemont. If you’re not in the Villanova Radio-Area, the show can be heard through the Nova Nation All-Access Pass at villanova.com.
The 1-hour show starts at 7p and anyone can visit and attend.
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Monmouth 48: :71 Villanova
Villanova moved to 4-0 on the young season as they upended Monmouth 71-48 at the Pavilion. Dante Cunningham led the Wildcats with 19. Corey Stokes added 18. [Story]
Casiem Drummond did not play due to disciplinary action.
Caz Suspended for Monmouth Game
Casiem Drummond was suspended for one game for “disciplinary reasons” and will miss Villanova’s against Monmouth.
Jay Wright described the infraction as “a minor disciplinary issue” and said Drummond will practice on Wednesday.
Game 4: vs. Monmouth
‘Nova (3-0) will host the Monmouth (0-4) Hawks of the Northeast Conference in the second game of the Philly Hoop Group at The Pavilion. The Wildcats have four players averaging double digits in scoring. Monmouth is led by freshman 6’8″ Travis Taylor who is averaging 13.8 points and 8.3 rebounds a game.
- Monmouth has lost their 4 games by an average of 21 points
- Villanova is currently on a 17-Game Winning Streak at The Pavilion
- The Wildcats lead the historical series 5-0 against the Hawks
- Tipoff is at 730p
- Don’t forget to bring some food to the game if you’re going!
Dwayne Anderson is out.
Monmouth Game Food Drive
What are you Thankful for???
Villanova Athletics will be collecting canned and other non-perishable food items at the next home men’s basketball game on Tuesday, November 25th against Monmouth in support of Philabundance. Support someone less fortunate this holiday season by donating canned goods at Tuesday’s game. All collected items will be delivered to WMMR’s Camp Out For Hunger, which benefits Philabundance.
For more information about the Camp Out For Hunger, CLICK HERE! Villanova Athletics thanks you for your generosity and support.
‘Nova to #20 in AP Poll. #22 in Coaches’ Poll.
Villanova jumped 3 spots in the AP Poll and inched a spot to #22 in the USA Today/ESPN Coaches’ Poll.
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