Villanova Banks on ‘Power of the Pope’ in Rome Doubleheader
Notre Dame enters the game after a 13-18 season and roster turnover, while Villanova opens with an international test on FOX.
- Villanova University and Notre Dame will compete in the historic Eternal City Tip-Off in Rome on Nov 1. This game marks the first time Notre Dame has ever played a basketball match outside the United States.
- At the Vatican, Pope Leo XIV will host an audience for both teams where about 7,000 people are expected to gather. Leo noted the "voice of the people of God" will favor Villanova.
- Led by head coach Micah Shrewsberry, the Notre Dame roster includes new veteran point guard Braeden Smith. Smith joined the Fighting Irish from Gonzaga to help revitalize the team's offense.
- Fox will broadcast the men's game at 9:30 a.m. EST on Nov 1, while FS1 airs the women's doubleheader. The network adjusted its NFL pregame schedule to accommodate the international tip-off.
- College basketball programs are prioritizing international exposure to capture global attention before March Madness. This initiative aims to provide players with unique cultural experiences during the season.
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The Hamilton SpectatorVillanova relies on ‘power of the pope’ going into Rome doubleheader against Notre Dame
VILLANOVA, Pa. (AP) — Kevin Willard and his family have vacationed in Italy often enough that the Villanova coach could probably get a side hustle as a tour guide. The Catholic coach at the Augustinian university has marveled at the Sistine Chapel — named after Pope Sixtus IV, an art patron who oversaw the construction...
Villanova relies on 'power of the pope' going into Rome doub
VILLANOVA, Pa. (AP) — Kevin Willard and his family have vacationed in Italy often enough that the Villanova coach could probably get a side hustle as a tour guide. The Catholic coach at the Augustinian university has
Villanova banks on ‘Power of the Pope’ in Rome doubleheader
Villanova's basketball teams are set to open their season in Italy with a doubleheader against Notre Dame. The event, called the Eternal City Tip-Off, takes place in Rome on Sunday. Villanova coach Kevin Willard, familiar with Italy, is excited about…
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