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The State of the Nova Nation podcast

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00:34:24

State of the Nova Nation: Jay Wright Retires

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2022/04/22

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

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01:23:43

State of the Nova Nation: Season 7 Finale, Year in...

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2022/04/07

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

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01:00:23

State of the Nova Nation: End of the Road for...

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2022/04/05

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

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01:17:13

State of the Nova Nation: Kansas Mega Preview with...

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2022/03/31

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

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00:54:46

State of the Nova Nation: Final Four, Justin Moore...

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2022/03/29

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

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01:02:16

State of the Nova Nation: Michigan Preview, Johnny...

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2022/03/24

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

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01:05:41

State of the Nova Nation: How Sweet It Is and a Wild...

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2022/03/22

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

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00:57:20

State of the Nova Nation: South Region and First...

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2022/03/17

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

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00:56:43

State of the Nova Nation: 2022 Big East Tournament...

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2022/03/15

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

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01:12:19

State of the Nova Nation: 2022 Big East Tournament...

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2022/03/08

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

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01:01:46

State of the Nova Nation: Friars Fall Again, Caleb...

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2022/03/03

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

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01:01:29

State of the Nova Nation: Friars at the Finn and...

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2022/03/01

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

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01:04:51

State of the Nova Nation: Heartbreak in Hartford,...

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2022/02/24

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

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01:11:01

State of the Nova Nation: Senior Day, Bracket Talk...

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2022/02/22

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

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00:42:48

State of the Nova Nation: Winning in Friar Town,...

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2022/02/17

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

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00:43:52

State of the Nova Nation: Sinking the Seton Hall Ship...

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2022/02/15

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

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01:05:41

State of the Nova Nation: Surviving the Garden, Big...

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2022/02/10

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

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00:47:33

State of the Nova Nation: Bouncing Back and Johnnies...

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2022/02/08

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,

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00:52:54

State of the Nova Nation: Weathering the Storm, Big...

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2022/02/01

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

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01:06:54

State of the Nova Nation: Taking Care of Business,...

The State of the Nova Nation podcast ·

2022/01/27

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

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