VU Hoops: for Villanova Wildcats fans

In the first episode of Season 8, Emma and Pat break down Villanova's entire 2022-23 non-conference and Big East Schedule. The duo discuss strengths and weaknesses of the Big 5 teams and notable match-ups across the non-conference slate. Then, they answer pressing questions around the Big East including, is Creighton overrated? Which new coaching hire faces the most pressure in Year 1? And, which middle-of-the-pack program will exceed expectations? Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave us a rating on Apple Podcasts and follow us on Twitter @SoNNpod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Emma and Pat are joined by Chris and Eugene to react to the stunning retirement by Jay Wright earlier this week. The group shares their experience with learning the news before expanding on what may have gone into coach's decision to retire. The discussion then shifts to defining Wright's legacy at Villanova and what his exit means for the near future of the program. The episode ends with the team's thoughts on Nova's hire of former assistant Kyle Neptune, his road back to the Mainline and what expectations may be in year one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode is sponsored by Homefield, be sure to use promo code “VUHOOPS” at checkout for a discount on homefieldapparel.com to let them know we sent you. Emma and Pat reminisce about the '21-'22 Villanova season that led to an incredible Final Four run. The duo debate their best moments, most important games, most memorable storylines and more. Then, they look ahead to the 2022-2023 season by asking the important questions. Will Brandon Slater and Caleb Daniels return to campus? Will any current players enter the transfer portal? Will the coaching staff look to the transfer portal to fill the holes left by Gillespie, Samuels and Moore's injury? Lastly, Emma and Pat answer questions from the last mailbag of the season. This episode is also sponsored by 19nine Threads, check out all of their awesome apparel, including their Villanova collection, at 19nine.com. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating and follow us on Twitter @SoNNpod. Thank you to everyone who listened and supported the show this season! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode is sponsored by Homefield, be sure to use promo code “VUHOOPS” at checkout for a discount on homefieldapparel.com to let them know we sent you. Emma and Pat recap Villanova's final game of the season against Kansas, 81-65. The duo break down Kansas' hot start, David McCormack's superior paint play, Villanova's gameplan without Justin Moore and Bill Self's perfectly executed strategy. Lastly, they recap the hectic week of coaching fires and hires around the Big East, including Sean Miller's impact, Shaheen Holloway's personality and Thad Matta's role at Butler. Be sure to This episode is also sponsored by 19nine Threads, check out all of their awesome apparel, including their Villanova collection, at 19nine.com. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating and follow us on Twitter @SoNNpod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode is sponsored by Homefield, be sure to use promo code "VUHOOPS" at checkout for a discount on homefieldapparel.com to let them know we sent you. Emma and Pat welcome on special guest and Villanova legend Allan Ray to preview Villanova's Final Four match-up against 1 Kansas on Saturday. First, the duo break down Kansas' resume along with their key players. Then, Emma, Pat and Allan (00;39) discuss Kansas' weaknesses at the center position, Justin Moore's injury impact on both sides of the ball, Remy Martin and Ochai Agbaji's offensive prowess, and Villanova's bench rotation. Lastly, Emma and Pat answer a full mailbag of listener questions and give their predictions for the game. This episode is also sponsored by 19nine Threads, check out all of their awesome apparel, including their Villanova collection, at 19nine.com. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating and follow us on Twitter @SoNNpod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode is sponsored by Homefield, be sure to use promo code “VUHOOPS” at checkout for a discount on homefieldapparel.com to let them know we sent you. Emma and Pat revel in the excitement of Villanova's Final Four appearance! The duo recap Villanova's gutsy wins over Michigan and Houston by talking about Jermaine Samuels' excellence, Collin Gillespie's clutch factor and Caleb Daniels' strong defensive effort. Then, they spend time talking about how Justin Moore's season-ending Achilles injury affects the ceiling of this team. Lastly, the duo recap the last week of CBB action by asking the important question, which storyline was more compelling: Duke vs UNC in the Final Four in Coach K's last season, or 15-seed St. Peter's advancing to the Final Four? This episode is also sponsored by 19nine Threads, check out all of their awesome apparel, including their Villanova collection, at 19nine.com. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating and follow us on Twitter @SoNNpod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode is sponsored by Homefield, be sure to use promo code "VUHOOPS" at checkout for a discount on homefieldapparel.com to let them know we sent you. Emma and Pat get you ready for Villanova's Sweet 16 matchup by breaking down the Michigan Wolverines. The duo dissect Hunter Dickinson's gameplan, Michigan's perimeter shooters, and the team's strengths and weaknesses. They answer key questions like, how can 'Nova's defense limit Dickinson? How can 'Nova exploit Dickinson on offense? Then, they preview Villanova's potential Elite 8 matchup against the winner of the 5 Houston vs 1 Arizona game. In the next part of the show, Emma and Pat welcome on the Director of Race and Sports Operations at DraftKings, Johnny Avello. Avello gives his insights into why betting booms during the NCAA Tournament and analyzes some key trends. Lastly, Emma and Pat return to answer a full mailbag of questions from listeners. This episode is also sponsored by 19nine Threads, check out all of their awesome apparel, including their Villanova collection, at 19nine.com. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating and follow us on Twitter @SoNNpod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode is sponsored by Homefield, be sure to use promo code "VUHOOPS" at checkout for a discount on homefieldapparel.com to let them know we sent you. Emma and Pat break down the crazy weekend of action in the NCAA Tournament. First, the duo recap Villanova's dominant win over Delaware and its clutch win over Ohio State. They discuss Jermaine Samuels' stellar play, Jordan Longino's injury and Eric Dixon's re-emergence. Then, they do a general recap of the Round of 64 and 32 games and ask questions like, who pulled off the biggest upset? Which team left is the most dominant? This episode is also sponsored by 19nine Threads, check out all of their awesome apparel, including their Villanova collection, at 19nine.com. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating and follow us on Twitter @SoNNpod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode is sponsored by Homefield, be sure to use promo code "VUHOOPS" at checkout for a discount on homefieldapparel.com to let them know we sent you. Emma and Pat do a deep dive into the South Region of the 2022 NCAA Tournament. The duo talk key points to know about the top six teams in the region, and then preview Villanova's Round of 64 matchup against 15 seed Delaware on Friday afternoon. Emma and Pat talk about Delaware's gameplan and how 'Nova can dominate in this game. Then, they preview the potential second round matchup against No. 7 Ohio State or No. 10 Loyola Chicago. This episode is also sponsored by 19nine Threads, check out all of their awesome apparel, including their Villanova collection, at 19nine.com. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating and follow us on Twitter @SoNNpod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode is sponsored by Homefield, be sure to use promo code "VUHOOPS" at checkout for a discount on homefieldapparel.com to let them know we sent you. Emma and Pat recap 'Nova's thrilling Big East Tournament victory over the weekend. The duo talk about the heroes of each game before discussing some takeaways from the team's overall play. Then, they break down the full NCAA Tournament bracket, listing their favorite upsets to watch, the biggest snubs and the toughest region. This episode is also sponsored by 19nine Threads, check out all of their awesome apparel, including their Villanova collection, at 19nine.com. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating and follow us on Twitter @SoNNpod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode is sponsored by Homefield, be sure to use promo code "VUHOOPS" at checkout for a discount on homefieldapparel.com to let them know we sent you. Emma and Pat give you a full preview of the 2022 Big East Tournament starting with the games on Wednesday. The duo discuss the teams most likely to make noise, which top seeds are the most dangerous, and what 'Nova can expect in its potential match-ups. Then, they answer a full mailbag of questions from listeners! This episode is also sponsored by 19nine Threads, check out all of their awesome apparel, including their Villanova collection, at 19nine.com. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating and follow us on Twitter @SoNNpod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode is sponsored by Homefield, be sure to use promo code "VUHOOPS" at checkout for a discount on homefieldapparel.com to let them know we sent you. Emma and Pat discuss Villanova's clean sweep over Providence after beating the Friars at the Finn on Tuesday night. They talk PC's momentum, Caleb Daniels' impressive all-around performance and 'Nova's continued free-throw shooting prowess. Then, the duo preview Villanova's last regular season game of the season at Hinkle Fieldhouse on Saturday against Butler. Finally, Emma and Pat take a look at the weekend action around the Big East and answer a full mailbag of questions from our listeners! This episode is also sponsored by 19nine Threads, check out all of their awesome apparel, including their Villanova collection, at 19nine.com. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating and follow us on Twitter @ SoNNpod.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode is sponsored by Homefield, be sure to use promo code "VUHOOPS" at checkout for a discount on homefieldapparel.com to let them know we sent you. Emma and Pat preview the last home game of the season when the Friars come to the Main Line. The duo ask the important questions, like how Eric Dixon will rebound against Nate Watson and whether Collin Gillespie and Justin Moore will be able to replicate their offensive performances from the first match-up. Emma and Pat also look back at last weekend across the Big East and debate what went wrong for Marquette and Xavier, and whether Patrick Ewing's job is secure at Georgetown. Lastly, on the first day on the month, the duo look ahead to the best time of the season and discuss how Villanova will find success in March. This episode is also sponsored by 19nine Threads, check out all of their awesome apparel, including their Villanova collection, at 19nine.com. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating and follow us on Twitter @SoNNpod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode is sponsored by Homefield, be sure to use promo code “VUHOOPS” at checkout for a discount on homefieldapparel.com to let them know we sent you. Emma rejoins the show after the conclusion of Olympic duty to recap Villanova's loss to UConn with Pat during the 200th edition of State of the Nova Nation. The duo talk through what went wrong during the final minute as well as share their thoughts on some questionable calls. Emma and Pat break down the gameplan which allowed for the Huskies to limit the looks that Collin Gillespie and Justin Moore were able to get as well as highlight the impact of Adama Sanogo. They finish the show with a look around the Big East and by answering your questions. This episode is also sponsored by 19nine Threads, check out all their awesome apparel, including their Villanova collection at 19nine.com. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating and follow us on Twitter @SoNNpod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode is sponsored by Homefield, be sure to use promo code "VUHOOPS" at checkout for a discount on homefieldapparel.com to let them know we sent you. Pat is joined by VU Hoops senior writer and editor Brendan Reilly (@BrendanReilly37) to discuss Villanova's disjointed win over the Georgetown Hoyas on senior day. The duo center their discussion around what needs to be cleaned up for the Wildcats as they continue their journey toward March. They then take a look ahead to the game against UConn to break down what they'll be watching for on Tuesday night. With the selection committee's release of their late season bracket preview from over the weekend, Patrick and Brendan react to Villanova's projected landing spot as a 3 seed in the East and how they think it will end up. The episode then concludes with a debate about Nova's biggest rivals and a whiparound the Big East. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating and follow us on Twitter @SoNNpod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pat recaps Villanova's thrilling 89-84 victory at the Dunk against the Providence Friars. He discusses the implications of Nova's win and how the Big East regular season title race will be impacted. The show expands on Collin Gillespie's monumental 33 point performance, the Wildcats' ability to hit from beyond the arc as well as how Villanova was able to close out the Friars. Other topics include Brandon Slater's resurgence, what the Friars should have done more of, a look ahead to Georgetown plus a whiparound the Big East and finally answering your questions. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating and follow us on Twitter @SoNNpod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pat breaks down the nail-biting win over the Seton Hall Pirates this past weekend at the Wells Fargo Center. He focuses on Villanova's successful comeback and close out in the final ten minutes, something that this Villanova team has struggled with throughout the season. He also keys in on Seton Hall's defensive gameplan, Nova's ability to score in the paint and the impact made by Jermaine Samuels. The show then turns to get you ready for Tuesday's showdown against the Providence Friars and a look back at a wild weekend in the Big East before closing out with some questions. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating and follow us on Twitter @SoNNpod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pat is joined by Eugene Rapay to review Villanova's nail-biting 75-69 win over Saint John's at Madison Square Garden after shouting out the Women's huge victory over UConn. The duo reflects what went wrong in the final four minutes which led to the Johnnies cutting a 20 point deficit to 3 before discussing the impact of injured guards Collin Gillespie and Justin Moore. Eugene and Pat then analyze the contributions made by Eric Dixon and Brandon Slater before questioning the bench minutes distribution. The show then closes will a look to Saturday's matchup with Seton Hall at Wells Fargo and your questions in our weekly mailbag. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating and follow us on Twitter @SoNNpod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pat is joined by Eugene Rapay to take a look back at Villanova's 85-74 win against UConn at Wells Fargo Center. The two discuss Eric Dixon's dominance in the absence of Justin Moore, the implications of Collin Gillespie's injury, and the impact made by Caleb Daniels and Chris Arcidiacono. They also explore what went wrong for the Huskies and where they go from here. The hosts then preview the upcoming St. John's game before closing with a whip around the Big East. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating and follow us on Twitter @SoNNpod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pat recap's Villanova's 73-62 win over Saint John's this past weekend at the Finneran Pavilion. He breaks down how a change in gameplan helped lead the Wildcats to their victory and keys in on the defensive performances that held the Red Storm to just 62 points. He also analyzes the impact of the bench, Brandon Slater's ankle and Collin Gillespie's efficiency on the way to the victory. With huge games against Marquette and Connecticut looming, he tees up some things to watch during a vital stretch for the 'Cats. The show then closes by ranking the best Villanova jerseys. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating and follow us on Twitter @SoNNpod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Emma and Pat recap Villanova's strong closing performance against DePaul from Tuesday night. The duo discuss Bryan Antoine and Jordan Longino's strong offensive performances and preview how St. John's tempo might disrupt Villanova's win streak. Lastly, Emma and Pat answer a fun bunch of listener questions. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating and follow us on Twitter @SoNNpod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Emma and Pat are joined by Villanova basketball legend Allan Ray (2002-2006). Allan discusses his playing days in the Big East and answers the pressing questions from this season including, who is Villanova's X factor? Is lack of focus a problem for this team? What teams should Nova be scared of in the Big East? Then, Emma and Pat recap the Georgetown win from over the weekend and preview this week's match-up against DePaul. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a review and follow us on Twitter @SoNNpod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Emma and Pat record a game recap of Marquette's victory over Villanova at the Finn, 57-54. The duo discuss Marquette's havoc defense, 'Nova's inability to score and question whether bench depth has once again become an issue for Jay Wright's squad. Then, Pat recounts Josh Hart's jersey retirement ceremony and they answer mailbag questions. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating and follow us on Twitter @ SoNNpod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Emma and Pat break down 'Nova's 40-point win over Butler on Sunday afternoon. They discuss Jermaine Samuels' offensive improvement and the team's defensive progress. Then, the duo answer three important questions at this point in the season. 1) Is Eric Dixon dominant? 2) Is Villanova's win streak due to Bryan Antoine's return? 3) Just how good is this Villanova team? Lastly, they have a fun conversation about Villanova jersey retirement ceremonies before closing out with a Marquette preview for Wednesday night. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating and follow us on Twitter @SoNNpod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Emma and Pat discuss Villanova's exhilarating 64-60 win against Xavier at the Cintas Center on Wednesday night. The duo break down Dixon's incredible all-around performance, Moore's clutch factor, 'Nova's elite defensive intensity and question where Xavier stands in the Big East after this loss. Then, they preview Villanova's match-up against Butler on Sunday, preview more Big East action this weekend and finish up with listener questions. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating and follow us on Twitter @SoNNpod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Emma and Pat break down the tale of two halves from Villanova's 79-64 win over DePaul on Saturday. They dissect Javon Freeman-Liberty's big day, Collin Gillespie's offensive leadership and 'Nova's defensive improvement in the second half. Then, Emma and Pat preview the Cats' extremely important match-up against Xavier on Wednesday night. In a game that will be circled on the schedule, Jermaine Samuels and Brandon Slater must show up on offense and the defense has to continue to make strides. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating and follow us on Twitter @ SoNNpod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Emma and Pat are back to recap Villanova's stifling 75-41 win over Creighton at the Finneran Pavilion. The duo dissect 'Nova's excellent defensive performance, Samuels' and Moore's offensive outpouring and Longino and Antoine's added roles from the bench. Then, they preview the biggest keys for Villanova's match-up against DePaul on Saturday before answering a full mailbag of listener questions. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating and follow us on Twitter @SoNNPod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the first episode of 2022, Emma flies solo to break down Villanova's 73-67 win over Seton Hall. She discusses Justin Moore's killer mentality, Collin Gillespie's strong shooting night and the lack of big men for the Hall. Then, Emma previews the revenge game on Wednesday night against Creighton. She gives three keys for 'Nova to reverse the tides from the first match-up: move the ball better on offense, limit Ryan Hawkins and Ryan Nembhard and get off to a hot start. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating and follow us on Twitter @SoNNPod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Emma and Pat break down the biggest takeaways from Villanova's shocking loss to Creighton on Friday night. The duo discuss Collin Gillespie's and Jermaine Samuels' offensive struggles, 'Nova's inability to penetrate the paint and the team's rebounding disadvantage against Creighton. Then, they preview Villanova's upcoming home match-up against 18 Xavier. The duo talk about the importance of home court advantage before previewing the offensive weapons on Xavier's roster. Lastly, Emma and Pat talk about 'Nova's game against Temple next week and answer questions from the mailbag. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating and follow us on Twitter @SoNNpod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Emma and Pat do an extensive preview of the first game on the Big East slate, the Creighton Bluejays. The 'Cats travel to Omaha, Nebraska on Friday night to visit the new-look Greg McDermott team. The duo breakdown the offensive prowess of transfer Ryan Hawkins, the size and interior presence that Ryan Kalkbrenner brings to the paint and the team chemistry that the young squad continues to search for. Then, Emma and Pat incorporate a new segment, "What to Watch", where they discuss Villanova and Big East themes to follow throughout the season. What version of Jermaine Samuels will we see? Which dark horse Big East team should we watch out for? To close, the duo answer some hilarious listener questions! Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating and follow us on Twitter @SoNNpod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Emma and Pat break down Villanova's ugly road loss to the newly-crowned no. 1 team in the country, Baylor. The duo focus on Nova's abysmal offensive play, Baylor's stifling defense and James Akinjo's impressive performance. Lastly, they discuss the one positive from the game: Villanova's defense limited Baylor to just 57 points, adding another impressive line to the team's improving defensive play. Then, Emma and Pat are joined by Chris and Rob from The Full 40 podcast (33:40) to do a comprehensive preview of Big East play. The group gives their picks for every single conference matchup this season in a pick 'em challenge that will be monitored all season long. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating and follow us on Twitter @SoNNpod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Emma and Pat do an in-depth breakdown of Villanova's 67-53 win over its old Big East rival, Syracuse. The duo start in the first half, where they discuss Villanova's poor shooting, turnover troubles and Dhamir Cosby Roundtree's early entry into the game before transitioning to the second half to talk about how half-time adjustments were made. Emma and Pat speak about 'Nova's ability to penetrate the Syracuse zone, the excellence shown on the boards and the sheer volume of shots taken by both teams. Next, the duo preview 2 Baylor before the incredibly important matchup against the Bears on Sunday. Physicality, tempo and coaching are some keys to watch. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating and follow us on Twitter @SoNNpod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Emma and Pat break down the positives from Villanova's blowout win over St. Joe's , including Collin Gillespie's second consecutive stellar performance and Justin Moore's much improved defense. Then, the duo introduce a new segment called "What Have We Learned?" to go over all of the action from the week of Big 5 games. Topics include Dhamir Cosby Roundtree's performance, Gillespie's case for All-American honors, Chris Arcidiacono's minutes, Jermaine Samuels' lack of offense and whether turnovers are turning into an issue. Lastly, Emma and Pat preview the highly-anticipated Madison Square Garden match-up between the 'Cats and the surging Syracuse Orange. Be sure to subscribe to the pod, leave a rating and follow us on Twitter @SoNNpod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Emma and Pat break down Villanova's 71-56 win over Penn as the 'Cats improve to 2-0 in Big East play. The duo talk about Gillespie's offensive explosion and how he continues to pad his award-winning season. Despite other offensive struggles, Brand Slater adds another efficient shooting performance and Nova's defense improves for the second straight game. Then, Emma and Pat preview the next Big 5 match-up against Taylor Funk and St. Joe's. Lastly, the duo answer the many listener questions sent in this week! Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating and follow us on Twitter @SoNNPod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Emma and Pat give their biggest takeaways from Villanova's beatdown of La Salle on Sunday night, from Eric Dixon's continued improvement to 'Nova's stifling first half defense to Caleb Daniels' resurgence off the bench. Then, the duo extensively discuss Dhamir Cosby Roundtree's return to the court. How did we get here and what does this mean for the future of Villanova's bench? We answer all of those questions and more. Lastly, Emma and Pat talk about their Christmas & Hanukah wishes for the Wildcats and preview the team's next Big 5 match-up against Penn. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating and follow us on Twitter @SoNNPod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Emma and Pat begin with the action from Saturday at Mohegan Sun. The duo break down Villanova's dominance against Tennessee from a shooting, rebounding and energy standpoint. Then, they transition to 'Nova's second loss of the season against Purdue. Emma and Pat laud Caleb Daniels' performance off the bench and Brandon Slater's defense before debating the pressing question: was fatigue the reason Villanova lost to Purdue? Is Jay Wright to blame? The duo debate Jay Wright's rotation decisions and the future of the freshmen off the bench this season. Lastly, they run through a quick preview of Villanova's first Big 5 opponent: La Salle on Nov. 28. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating and follow us on Twitter @SoNNPod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Emma and Pat dissect Villanova's 100-81 win over Howard from all angles. The duo break down the excellent offensive play from both teams, most notably Collin Gillespie and the entire Howard roster from three-point range, before turning to the negatives. Villanova's defense struggled for the majority of the game, and Emma and Pat talk about the defensive adjustments the team needs to make before its next matchup against the dangerous Tennessee Volunteers. Lastly, the duo preview the strengths and weaknesses of Tennessee prior to the marquee matchup at the Hall of Fame Tip Off Classic on Saturday. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating and follow us on Twitter @SoNNPod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Emma and Pat break down everything from Villanova's 86-77 OT loss to No. 2 UCLA. The duo discuss the positives from the loss, like Eric Dixon's play on both sides of the ball, Jermaine Samuels' physicality and Slater's first half defense against preseason All-American Johnny Juzang. Then, they talk about the lack of minutes for the freshmen, 'Nova's struggling transition defense and how the bench might look in future games. Lastly, Emma and Pat preview Villanova's next matchup against Howard, who currently sit at 3-0. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating and follow the show on Twitter @SoNNpod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Emma and Pat discuss Villanova's first game and first win of the season over Mt. St. Mary's, 91-51. The duo break down the notable career-high performances from Justin Moore and Brandon Slater before turning to other positives from the game like the bench depth and the forced turnovers. Then, they talk about how the team can improve its defense and rebounding before its next opponent, 2 UCLA. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating on Apple Podcasts and follow the show (@SoNNpod) and us (@emma_houghton9 and @PZeng15) on Twitter! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The season is finally here! Before tip-off against Mount Saint Mary's on Tuesday afternoon, Emma and Pat record a full team breakdown of the '21-22 Villanova roster. From the incoming freshmen class to the returning fifth years, we preview each aspect of each player's game. Then, the duo discusses quotes from Jay Wright's press conference on Monday afternoon breaking down the starting rotation and the match-up against the Mountaineers. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating and follow us on Twitter @SoNNpod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Emma Houghton and Pat Zeng welcome on their first guest of the season, John Fanta from Fox College Hoops and the Big East Digital Network. Emma, Pat and John discuss candidates for the most surprising team of the conference, the most impactful newcomer, and the most important returning player before focusing on John's predictions for Villanova. Then, Emma and Pat analyze each Big East conference member, breaking down the roster and each team's strengths and weaknesses. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating, and follow us on Twitter @SoNNpod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Emma Houghton and Pat Zeng break down each non-conference opponent that Villanova will face during the 2021-2022 season. From tip-off on Nov. 9 against Mt. Saint Mary's to a Sweet 16 rematch against the Baylor Bears, Emma and Pat discuss the strengths and weaknesses of each opponent and keys for Villanova in each matchup. Then, the duo discusses the floor and the ceiling of 'Nova's non-conference performance and predicts Villanova's record at the end of non-conference play. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a rating and follow us on Twitter @SoNNpod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices