New faces lead No. 22 Villanova into opener vs. American

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Villanova's first season was a bit rocky following the retirement of Hall of Fame head coach Jay Wright.

The Wildcats finished 17-17 and were knocked out in the opening round of the NIT under Kyle Neptune, a longtime Villanova assistant under Wright.

No. 22 Villanova, which opens the season athome Monday against American, is expected to be markedly improved this season tha