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The State of the Nova Nation podcast

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00:33:14

State of the Nova Nation: Winning at the Dunk, Red...

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2020/01/28

The Villanova Wildcats escaped the Dunkin Donuts Center with a win over the Providence Friars. Now, they'll prepare for a game against the St. John's Red Storm on Tuesday night. After we recap and preview, instead of a mailbag, we share a few words on Kobe Bryant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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00:42:27

State of the Nova Nation: Best in the Decade, 'Cats...

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2020/01/23

NCAA.com named its list of the 11 best Villanova players from the past decade. Back in the present-day, the Villanova Wildcats pulled away in the second half in a strong all-around performance against the Butler Bulldogs, prevailing over their foes in a top-15 showdown. After a four-game home stand, the Wildcats will head on the road to take on the Providence Friars on Saturday. We take a look ahead at that, and also go beyond the Big East and look at the Kansas Jayhawks brawling in the Phog. Learn

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00:46:23

State of the Nova Nation: Holding off the Huskies,...

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2020/01/21

Big Game Jermaine came through once again, as the Villanova Wildcats held off the UConn Huskies on Saturday. Jermaine Samuels topped off a strong second half performance with the dagger to preserve the win. Now, the 'Cats return back to the Big East slate with a top 15 matchup against the Butler Bulldogs, who are trying to shake off a two-game losing streak. Then, before we hit another crowded mailbag, we take a moment to shoutout Tanoh Kpassagnon and his Super Bowl-bound Kansas City Chiefs

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00:49:11

State of the Nova Nation: Jersey Retirements, Dodging...

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2020/01/16

Ryan Arcidiacono and Kyle Lowry will officially be G.O.A.T.ed when they have their jerseys retired in February. Huge shoutout to the iconic Wright era point guards. There are plenty of opinions regarding the next pair to receive the honor, and we weigh in. Afterwards, we look at the DePaul Blue Demons game and the overtime escape act. Then, we gear up for a final showdown with the American Conference edition of the UConn Huskies, before they move to the Big East next year. Wouldn't it be great to

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00:37:30

State of the Nova Nation: Big Day for Mr. Bey, DePaul...

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2020/01/14

Being the Georgetown Hoyas just never gets old. Saddiq Bey exploded for a highly efficient 33-point performance against the Hoyas, leading the way in the Villanova Wildcats' victory. It was another solid defensive performance against opposing key players, and it looks like the 'Cats aren't sleeping in the streets anymore with a solid team-wide shooting performance. Next up for the 'Cats is a showdown with the DePaul Blue Demons, who are hungry for their first Big East win. Learn more about your ad

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00:45:48

State of the Nova Nation: Cardiac 'Cats, It's 'Pitch...

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2020/01/09

The Villanova Wildcats pulled off their first road victory in Big East play this season, doing it in come-from-behind fashion. After a real slow start, Villanova turned it on in the second half, raising the intensity defensively. It also helped having a 24-point performance from Collin Gillespie, some crucial plays in the closing minutes, and a clutch offensive rebound by Jeremiah Robinson-Earl. It was certainly an impressive win for the 'Cats, who continue to elevate their play on the defensive

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00:48:39

State of the Nova Nation: Onwards to Omaha, First...

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2020/01/07

Happy New Year! The State of the Nova Nation is back after a holiday hiatus, and there a couple of games to look back upon, with showdowns against the Xavier Musketeers and Marquette Golden Eagles. It's early in conference play, but across the conference it's looking like road wins are going to be even harder to come by than usual. Can AP Coach of the Decade Jay Wright get his Villanova Wildcats to regroup in time for their trip to Omaha? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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01:02:37

State of the Nova Nation: Down goes Kansas, Lockdown...

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2019/12/24

The Villanova Wildcats got an early Christmas present, as they were able to hang on for a one-point upset victory over the visiting Kansas Jayhawks. It was a back-and-forth game, and while 'Nova was able to hit the big shots in crucial moments, its defensive effort is what stole the show. The 'Cats had their best showing on that end of the court so far this season. Is this a sign that things are going to turn the corner? We also take a look ahead to next week's Big East opener with the Xavier

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01:00:32

State of the Nova Nation: Painter for CAA Player of...

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2019/12/19

The Villanova Wildcats might have dodged a bullet. After the game against the Delaware Blue Hens, Dylan Painter made his official debut with his new squad on Tuesday night and killed it off the bench, supplying a team-high 19 points in 18 minutes in a win over in-state rival Delaware State. After starting up the Dylan Painter CAA Player of the Year campaign, we dive into the upcoming clash with No. 1-ranked Kansas Jayhawks. We preview Saturday's big game, from on the court matchups, to crowd sizes,

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00:39:49

State of the Nova Nation: From Blue Hens to Jayhawks

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2019/12/17

The Villanova Wildcats were able to successfully fend off the Delaware Blue Hens in their late comeback attempt for their teammate Dylan Painter. No revenge was had, but now the 'Cats can turn their eyes to the upcoming matchup with the No. 1-ranked Kansas Jayhawks. We look back at the Never Forget Tribute Classic showdown, as well as the new edition of the polls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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01:02:09

State of the Nova Nation: Big 5 Revenge, Progress...

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2019/12/12

We've got a lot to catch up on! Chris Lane joins the show, as we recap the Penn Quakers and Saint Joseph's Hawks Big 5 matchups. The Villanova Wildcats are now 3-0 in Big 5 play, and there's been a lot of free time with huge gaps in between games, so we take a look back at some of the younger guys and some impressions of the team from their previous two wins. Also, we preview the upcoming game against the Delaware Blue Hens, reminisce on some cold, and good Villanova basketball games of the past,

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00:40:17

State of the Nova Nation: Moore, Moore, Moore, and...

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2019/12/03

Justin Moore was shifted over to a bench role for Sunday's game against La Salle. Regardless, he came in and had a large impact, helping guide the Villanova Wildcats to a victory over Big 5 foes, the La Salle Explorers. The freshman guard had a game-high 25 points in the win, catching fire early. Despite the win, 'Nova has dropped one spot on the polls. It will look to prepare for a rematch against the Penn Quakers. The 'Cats will look to reclaim the Big 5 crown and avenging last season's upset loss

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01:14:26

State of the Nova Nation: Floppy Bears, All-Decade...

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2019/11/27

The Villanova Wildcats' early-season tournament streak has come to an end. 'Nova defeated the Middle Tennessee State Blue Raiders and Mississippi State Bulldogs, but fell to the Baylor Bears during the Myrtle Beach Invitational. We discuss some takeaways from the weekend. Also, the Athletic's Dana O'Neill released her college basketball all-decade team selections and it's missing a very prominent Wildcat, a two-time champion and consensus National Player of the Year. The conversation also has us

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00:39:33

State of the Nova Nation: Jersey Retirements, Myrtle...

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2019/11/21

The Villanova Wildcats will retire the jerseys of Allan Ray (Class of 2006) and Jim Washington (Class of 1965). They are also preparing for their business trip at Myrtle Beach, which begins on Thursday with a game against the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders. After that, they'll play either the Mississippi State Bulldogs or Tulane Green Wave. Depending on how the other side of the bracket unfolds, they'll see either the Baylor Bears, Utah Utes, Coastal Carolina Chanticleers, or the Ohio Bobcats to wrap

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00:41:15

State of the Nova Nation: Antoine, Dixon updates, and...

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2019/11/19

It was an up-and-down week for the Villanova Wildcats, who lost to the Ohio State Buckeyes, before bouncing back against the Ohio Bobcats. Ohio isn’t exactly West Villanova, as Eugene Rapay so passionately declared it would be, since the ‘Cats lost to the Buckeyes, but did beat the Bobcats. So, maybe just Athens, Ohio is West Villanova. We discuss both games, talk about Bryan Antoine being cleared to play, and Eric Dixon’s redshirt year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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00:43:18

State of the Nova Nation: Onwards to Ohio, Battling...

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2019/11/12

The Gavitt Games are back, and the Villanova Wildcats are preparing for their first big road game of the season, as they head to Columbus to take on the Ohio State Buckeyes. They'll face off against a familiar face in former Butler Bulldogs head coach Chris Holtmann, who swept the 'Cats in his final season at Butler, before dashing for Ohio State. The Wildcats will return from a long eight days of rest and take on the Buckeyes. We preview the big matchup. DePaul led off the Gavitt Games with a win

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00:43:41

State of the Nova Nation: Pouncing on the Black...

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2019/11/07

The Villanova Wildcats opened up the season with a beatdown of the Army Black Knights. It was a wire-to-wire finish, in which the 'Cats just dominated. We discuss some takeaways from the game (Jeremiah Robinson-Earl is really, really good) and many observations from Tuesday night. Eric Paschall is off to a hot start with the Golden State Warriors. A little deja vu for JQ, and a lot more in this episode of the State of the Nova Nation! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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00:36:30

State of the Nova Nation: Basketball is back, 5-star...

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2019/11/05

The wait is over, the 2019-20 college basketball season is here! The Villanova Wildcats open up the new year with a game against the Army Black Knights. We preview tonight's matchup, a reunion between two former Archbishop Wood teammates, and some key players to watch for. Also, we give some season-long team predictions, like Team MVP, Freshman of the Year, and Most Improved. Also, 'Nova target and five-star 2021 forward A.J. Griffin has committed to Duke, although a recruiting miss, the Wildcats

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01:03:40

State of the Nova Nation: 2019-20 Villanova...

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2019/10/31

The Villanova Wildcats tip off the regular season on Tuesday! To prepare for the upcoming 2019-20 season, here is the second of our two-part series in which we break down each and every single opponent on the Wildcats' schedule. After looking at the non-conference slate on the previous episode, this one is dedicated to the Big East conference, looking at the other nine teams, breaking them down, and offering some predictions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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01:02:47

State of the Nova Nation: 2019-20 Villanova...

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2019/10/29

We are officially one week away until the Villanova Wildcats tip off the regular season with a game against the Army Black Knights on Nov. 5. This is the first of our two-part 2019-20 preview, where we take a look at every single non-conference opponent, break it down, and make predictions. We look at everything from Army to Temple, and everything in-between, like the Myrtle Beach Invitational, Big 5, Kansas and UConn games, and Gavitt Games opponent Ohio State. Learn more about your ad choices

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