Villanova Wildcats Dominate Saint Joseph’s, Head to WBIT Final Four Against Penn State
The Villanova Wildcats secured a spot in the WBIT Final Four by defeating the Saint Joseph's Hawks 67-59 at home in Villanova, PA. The Wildcats, now 21-12 for the season, will face Penn State in the Final Four on Monday, April 1st.
By the Numbers- Villanova shot 43.9% from the field, 27.8% from three-point range, and 80.0% from the foul line.
- Saint Joseph's shot 34.4% from the floor, 18.8% from beyond the arc, and 77.8% from the free-throw line.
- Villanova had a slight 36-35 edge in rebounds, and both teams committed only eight turnovers each.
- Villanova advances to the WBIT Final Four with a 67-59 victory over Saint Joseph's.
- Junior duo Bella Runyan and Christina Dalce were instrumental in Villanova's success in the game.
- Villanova held a strong lead in the first half, with Runyan scoring 13 points and Dalce contributing 8 points, 6 rebounds, and 3 blocks.
- After a competitive second half, Villanova secured the win with key plays from Lucy Olsen, Zanai Jones, and Kaitlyn Orihel.
The Villanova Wildcats clinched a Final Four spot with a decisive 67-59 victory over Saint Joseph's, showcasing their prowess on both ends of the court and setting up a showdown with Penn State. The team's efficient shooting and solid defense were critical in this triumph, underlining their potential to go far in the WBIT tournament.
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