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Kevin Willard is leaving Maryland to become head coach at Villanova

Kevin Willard is leaving his position as head coach at Maryland to become the new head coach at Villanova University.
Willard, who has a 335-249 career record and one Sweet 16 appearance this season, replaces Kyle Neptune after Neptune was fired by Villanova.
While at Maryland, Willard expressed concerns about the school's NIL situation and change in athletic director, potentially advocating for Brian Ullman.

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Omaha World-Herald

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Willard hired by Villanova

PHILADELPHIA — Kevin Willard campaigned during Maryland's run to the Sweet 16 for more from the university and athletic department for his Big Ten program.

9 hours ago·Omaha, United States

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Roanoke Times

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Villanova names Willard as new coach

PHILADELPHIA — The Villanova Wildcats hired Maryland's Kevin Willard as their new coach on Sunday.

11 hours ago

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The Frederick News-Post

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Willard leaves Maryland basketball, accepts job at Villanova

PHILADELPHIA — Kevin Willard publicly campaigned — pleaded, really — during Maryland’s run to the Sweet 16 for more from the university and athletic department for his Big Ten program.

14 hours ago·Georgia, United States

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13 News Now

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WAND-TV

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Villanova hires Maryland’s Kevin Willard as men’s basketball coach

Villanova hired Maryland’s Kevin Willard as its new coach Sunday to replace the fired Kyle Neptune.

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The Southern Maryland Chronicle

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Maryland’s Willard Takes Villanova Coaching Role - The Southern Maryland Chronicle

COLLEGE PARK, Md. — Kevin Willard has stepped down as head coach of the University of Maryland men’s basketball team after three seasons to take the same position at Villanova, both schools confirmed on March 30, 2025. The move ends a turbulent period for the Terrapins, who reached the Sweet 16 in the NCAA Tournament this season, only to see their coach depart amid public disputes over program funding.Willard’s exit was announced Sunday morning …

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