Temple advances to AAC conference quarterfinals; 'Nova bounced from Big East Tournament
11th-seeded Temple basketball earned a berth in the American Athletic Conference tournament quarterfinals.
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11th-seeded Temple basketball earned a berth in the American Athletic Conference tournament quarterfinals.
The Big East, with six NCAA Tournament teams, including Villanova and Xavier as #1 seeds, has reestablished itself as an elite conference.
The Big East Tournament may seem like Villanova's for the taking, but Butler and others will challenge them come tipoff Wednesday.
Kris Jenkins scored 21 points and No. 3 Villanova smothered Providence stars Ben Bentil and Kris Dunn on defense, advancing to the Big East championship game with a 76-68 victory Friday night at Madison Square Garden.
When the conference fell apart two years ago, the strength of the Big East conference was in serious doubt. Two years later, the conference has six representatives in the NCAA Tournament.
Villanova beat Xavier 69-52 to win the Big East Tournament title on Saturday.
Villanova defeated Providence 63-61 to advance in the Big East Tournament.
The Wildcats took down Marquette in the Big East Tournament on Thursday.
Villanova will enter the Big East Tourney with the top seed.
Darrun Hilliard led #6 Villanova over Seton Hall with 18 points.
#7 Villanova defeated Georgetown on Saturday for their fourth straight win.
The loss to Georgetown dropped Villanova's record to 17-2 on the season.
#6 Villanova fell to 13-1 after losing 66-61 against Seton Hall in overtime.
Both Villanova and St. Joe's had their names called in the 68-team field on Sunday Selection. And both are in the Eastern Regional.
Sterling Gibbs hit a step-back jumper at the buzzer and Seton Hall stunned No. 3 Villanova 64-63 in a thrilling Big East quarterfinal Thursday, a loss that could cost the Wildcats a No. 1 seed in the NCAA tournament.
Villanova had won six straight since its loss to the Bluejays last month. The Wildcats never led after the first minute.
Ryan Arcidiacono coolly guided No. 4 Villanova to a 94-85 overtime victory over Marquette on Saturday.
The Wildcats made a whopping 19 of 26 shots in the second half as they continue to steamroll through the revamped conference.
JayVaughn Pinkston scored 19 points to lead Villanova in a 91-61 romp over Providence on Sunday night.
Freshman Josh Hart came off the bench to score 19 points and No. 8 Villanova stayed perfect with an 88-67 rout of Rider on Saturday.
The conference announced the decision Wednesday after university presidents approved the new moniker earlier in the day.
Villanova coach Jay Wright says he was doubting himself during the team's early season struggles.
It's a rarity at this level, in any sport, for a head coach to have had no playing experience in college. It hasn't prevented Williams from guiding Marquette to the Sweet 16 the last two seasons and a 60-30 regular season record in the Big East.
The death of the Big East as we know it hit home last week as 14 teams arrived at the World's Most Famous Arena (Connecticut was ineligible). Next season, the "Catholic 7" will be reportedly joined by Butler, Creighton, and Xavier in a basketball-only conference that has paid to keep the Big East name.
Yesterday was a relatively drama-free Selection Sunday. Joe Lunardi was a perfect 68 for 68, as Middle Tennessee State, St. Mary's, Boise State, and La Salle claimed the final spots in the field. Louisville, Gonzaga, Kansas, and Indiana earned the top seeds.
The two have criticized each other publicly for years, an often bitter back-and-forth that predates President Trump's involvement in politics.
Moviegoers ran for their lives from the Colonial Theatre as part of Blobfest, the annual festival commemorating an iconic film from the 50s.
Kyle Schwarber joins Mike Schmidt (31 in 1979) as the only Philadelphia Phillies to hit 30 homers before the All-Star break.
President Trump announced on social media that he is levying 30% tariffs against Mexico and the European Union. They are set to begin on Aug. 1.
Saturday will be partly sunny, with hot and humid temperatures, bringing in isolated showers and storms later in the afternoon.
Workers will have to vote on the deal reached on the ninth day of the Philadelphia strike before it is official.
The two have criticized each other publicly for years, an often bitter back-and-forth that predates President Trump's involvement in politics.
Search and rescue crews recovered the body of the tractor-trailer cab driver who drove off the side of the Delaware Memorial Bridge and into the Delaware River early Friday morning.
The 911 outage reported across the entire state has now been restored, according to the PA Emergency Management Agency.
Moviegoers ran for their lives from the Colonial Theatre as part of Blobfest, the annual festival commemorating an iconic film from the 50s.
Moviegoers ran for their lives from the Colonial Theatre as part of Blobfest, the annual festival commemorating an iconic film from the 50s.
Kyle Schwarber joins Mike Schmidt (31 in 1979) as the only Philadelphia Phillies to hit 30 homers before the All-Star break.
As they phase out the neighborhood trash drop-off sites, the city of Philadelphia is now taking extra precautions to try to prevent illegal dumping from happening in the future.
It's an oasis of green spaces within Philadelphia's city limits. Venture out to Morris Arboretum and Gardens this summer for a taste of nature.
The 911 outage reported across the entire state has now been restored, according to the PA Emergency Management Agency.
Ocean City residents are weighing in on a controversial resort proposal, and a new independent census shows most aren't on board.
A group of juveniles stole unlocked vehicles and were later spotted in Camden and Philadelphia, according to police.
A Glassboro man was charged with theft after being accused of taking money from a patient while working as an EMT in April.
Amanda Anisimova upset No. 1-ranked Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 at Wimbledon on Thursday to reach the first Grand Slam final of her career.
A group of hardworking Glassboro High School students learn how to make their dreams a reality with Seeds to Success Farm Stand.
Search and rescue crews recovered the body of the tractor-trailer cab driver who drove off the side of the Delaware Memorial Bridge and into the Delaware River early Friday morning.
Multiple emergency agencies in Delaware and Delaware County are receiving reports of an unexplained odor on Thursday.
People from all over the country stepped up to preserve a rare collection of bird eggs after the federal government pulled a grant from the Delaware Museum of Nature and Science.
Get ready for a bit of an unsettled week ahead in the Philadelphia area.
Sunday will start out nice before quickly warming up to near 90 degrees with increasing humidity.
Cirque du Soleil performers at the BODY WORLDS exhibit offer a unique look at the body from the outside, providing a glimpse of what lies beneath the skin.
A new study says the health of children in the United States has deteriorated over the past 17 years, with kids today being more likely to have chronic diseases and mental health problems.
New data highlights the challenges Delaware County, Pennsylvania, has experienced in the months since Crozer Health closed.
Once a vacant lot on Megargee Street in the Holmesburg neighborhood, the space has been transformed into a green sanctuary thanks to the work of the nonprofit Heroic Gardens.
Jack Owens is cycling across the country to raise money for Ride Hard Breathe Easy, which helps people with lung cancer.
A group of hardworking Glassboro High School students learn how to make their dreams a reality with Seeds to Success Farm Stand.
Wildwood businesses hope a major festival and warmer weather can turn things around after a few rainy weekends.
Former World Cafe Live employees say the venue is mismanaged and their paychecks were late. The CEO says it all stems from miscommunication.
People are trying to stay cool in today's humidity, and businesses are preparing for what's to come as we track dangerous heat this week.
The FIFA Club World Cup is bringing a little more than soccer to the city. It's bringing a boom in business.
Search and rescue crews recovered the body of the tractor-trailer cab driver who drove off the side of the Delaware Memorial Bridge and into the Delaware River early Friday morning.
If you prefer to park in SEPTA-owned parking lots and garages, prepare to pay.
Numerous road closures are scheduled for Philadelphia ahead of the July 4 holiday.
Two teenage boys are in critical condition after their pickup truck slammed into a freight train in Lansdale on Tuesday morning.
SEPTA board members voted to dramatically cut service and raise fares to fill a $213 million hole in the budget.
Kyle Schwarber joins Mike Schmidt (31 in 1979) as the only Philadelphia Phillies to hit 30 homers before the All-Star break.
Months after the Eagles won their second Super Bowl, Brandon Graham believes the team can win the big game for the third time in the 2025 season.
Lee Elia, who is perhaps best known for his rant directed at Cubs fans critical of his team in 1983, died Wednesday.
Amanda Anisimova upset No. 1-ranked Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 at Wimbledon on Thursday to reach the first Grand Slam final of her career.
On Wednesday evening, the Phillie Phanatic surprised dozens of children and families at Uncle Dave's Ice Cream in Yardley.
The two have criticized each other publicly for years, an often bitter back-and-forth that predates President Trump's involvement in politics.
Moviegoers ran for their lives from the Colonial Theatre as part of Blobfest, the annual festival commemorating an iconic film from the 50s.
It's an oasis of green spaces within Philadelphia's city limits. Venture out to Morris Arboretum and Gardens this summer for a taste of nature.
With summer in full swing, our Summer Beat series takes us to one of the region's hidden gems in Philly's Chestnut Hill.
Julian McMahon's last acting role before his death was playing the prime minister of Australia in Netflix's murder mystery series "The Residence."
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
The body of the truck driver who crashed and went off the Delaware Memorial Bridge has been recovered. Crews had to suspend the search because of the tide and water conditions. It resumed Saturday morning. The driver's remains were found just after 11 a.m. Investigators are still trying to figure out why the tractor-trailer cab went off the bridge.
Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the latest forecast.
The drenching rain pattern from last week has loosened its grip on the Philadelphia area for the weekend. There is still a chance of isolated afternoon showers and storms, but most of the area will remain dry under a combination of sun and clouds.
If you're interested in all things blueberry, head to Linvilla Orchards in Media, Pennsylvania. That's where our Ross DiMattei spoke with Farm Manager Norm Schultz and even tasted some blueberries fresh from the plant. The festival is underway Saturday, July 12 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. — and tickets are needed if you want to pick your own berries.
The current and water level led to recovery efforts being suspended after the driver of a truck cab went off the side of the Delaware Memorial Bridge and plunged into the Delaware River early Friday morning. The DRBA said those efforts were set to resume Saturday. Jan Carabeo has your latest morning headlines with weather from Meteorologist Tammie Souza.