Villanova needed to win by 3 points or more to cover the spread. They did cover, so people who took Villanova won. (1H 3:59) After trailing since 10:07 in the first half, Xavier tied the score at 23.

Xavier Musketeers (14-9, 6-6 Big East) at Villanova Wildcats (13-10, 6-6 Big East) Philadelphia; Sunday, 12 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Zach Freemantle and Xavier visit Eric Dixon and Villanova on Sunday.

The Pennsylvania university best known for its basketball program has a new most famous alumnus in Pope Leo XIV.

CINCINNATI (AP) — Ryan Conwell scored 16 of his 34 points in the final five minutes as Xavier beat Villanova 69-63 on Tuesday night. Conwell converted a four-point play with 1:40 remaining to ...

Marquette is also ranked at No. 20 prior to the tournament commencing, with Xavier and Villanova hoping to play underdog and aim for the upset. So, when is the Big East tournament and who are the ...

They swept Georgetown, Seton Hall and St. John's, but were swept by Marquette, UConn and Providence, and split series with Xavier, Creighton and DePaul. Villanova has taken care of business ...

Assists_Villanova 17 (Bascoe 5), Xavier 9 (Martinez López 4). Fouled Out_None. Rebounds_Villanova 31 (Carter 9), Xavier 25 (Martinez López 5). Total Fouls_Villanova 11, Xavier 18. Technical ...

As Xavier's coaching staff looks to the future, exploring frontcourt options that align with its long-term vision will be a priority this offseason. One avenue the staff continues to pursue is the ...

Xavier women's golf, coached by Breanna Jenco, were picked to the NCAA Tournament Wednesday after winning its sixth straight conference title.

Xavier led by as many as 26. Providence shot 53.7 percent from the field but just 2-of-10 from the free-throw line. Tickets available here. Villanova fires coach Kyle Neptune after 3 seasons ...

In its most recent game, Villanova defeated Xavier 80-68 at home, with Eric Dixon (24 PTS, 50 FG%, 2-7 from 3PT) and Wooga Poplar (23 PTS, 8 REB, 4 STL, 47.06 FG%, 5-9 from 3PT) leading the way.