The Official Newsletter of Villanova Athletics

Good morning, Nova Nation! A good morning it is! We’re just under 100 days from Villanova football!

What else is going on in Nova Nation?

🎽 Wildcats advance
⚽️ 2025 women’s soccer schedule
🔷 And much more!

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🔼  Moving On. Villanova track & field athletes Dan Watcke and Liam Murphy advanced to the NCAA East Preliminary meet quarterfinals despite a nearly five-hour weather delay. Watcke finished eighth overall in the 800m, while Murphy secured an automatic qualifying spot in the 1500 meters. Long jumper Justin Miller concluded his successful season with a mark of 7.28 meters. The men’s team will continue competition today.

🔼 Book The Trip. Women’s track & field runner Sadie Sigfstead booked her trip to Oregon! She advanced to the NCAA Championship in the 10K for a second-straight year. She finished 10th out of 48 runners. She’ll race in the 5K tomorrow.

🔼  Schedule’s Set. The 2025 women’s soccer schedule is here! The fall slate features nine home games and nine road games. The season starts on August 14 when the Wildcats host Michigan. Other non-conference matches includes Wake Forest, Columbia and George Mason. BIG EAST play begins on September 20th against Seton Hall.

📅 WHAT’S AHEAD

Friday 5/30

🎽 Track & Field at NCAA East Preliminary

Saturday 5/31

🎽 Track & Field at NCAA East Preliminary

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