One shining moment for Reynolds

Scottie Reynolds' game-winning play against Pitt was so memorable that it's worth looking back one more time before looking forward to the Wildcats' game against North Carolina.

'Cats come full circle from 2005 loss

The tipping point for Villanova's program under Jay Wright came in 2005 during a Sweet 16 loss to North Carolina. That's why it's fitting the Wildcats will play the Tar Heels again four years later for a spot in the national championship.

SYRACUSE, NY - MARCH 25: Kyle Lowry #13 of the Villanova Wildcats puts up a layup over the North Carolina Tar Heels during their regional semi-final game...

Fisher creates his own path to success

Corey Fisher has a family history that he'll never be able to escape, nor does he want to. The nephew of one of New York's most notorious drug kingpins, Villanova's sparkplug guard is determined to make a name for himself -- by learning hard lessons from a reformed relative.

As the guards go, so goes Villanova

The Villanova backcourt didn't play well in the first half Monday and the Wildcats trailed Temple at halftime. The guards came alive in the second half, and so did the rest of Nova. That should come as no surprise, writes Dana O'Neil.

Wayns to keep alive the Philadelphia point guard tradition

...O'Neil ESPN.com PHILADELPHIA -- Every day in the summer of 2005, Jameer Nelson drove onto the Villanova campus. Suspicious basketball fans shuddered. There are a few things you don't do in Philadelphia. You...

Kentucky's defense clamps down, holds off scrappy Villanova

Kentucky used a stingy defense and some stellar inside play from Randolph Morris to hold off a game effort by Villanova.

Sumpter's back, without classmates, for another run

Curtis Sumpter's back on the court (again) for Villanova, which in itself is a victory, Andy Katz writes.

Lowry won't sign with agent as he tests waters

Villanova point guard Kyle Lowry will make himself eligible for the NBA draft, but will retain the option of returning to school by not hiring an agent.

Noah's monster night sends Florida to Final Four

Joakim Noah had 21 points, 15 rebounds and five blocks to lead Florida past Villanova 75-62, earning the Gators their first Final Four appearance since 2000.

Nova tops BC in OT see-saw battle to advance to Elite Eight

Down a point late, Will Sheridan gave Villanova the lead on a Sean Williams goaltending call, and the Wildcats advanced to the Elite Eight with a 60-59 overtime victory.

Ray scores 19 in return as 'Nova downs pesky Monmouth

Pushed by a pesky Monmouth team aiming to pull off an unprecedented upset, the top-seeded Wildcats prevailed and beat the Hawks 58-45 Friday in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.

All-Big East team features four unanimous choices

Villanova guards Randy Foye and Allan Ray, Connecticut forward Rudy Gay and Marquette forward Steve Novak were unanimous choices Monday to the all-Big East first team.

Villanova forward on medical leave, will redshirt

Curtis Sumpter decided Tuesday to take a medical redshirt for the rest of the season. He tore his ACL on Oct. 19 and hasn't played in 2005-06. He is expected to return to Villanova for his senior season.

MRI results show guard has left knee sprain

Allan Ray has a mild sprain in his left knee and could return to play in Wednesday's game against St. John's.