Villanova seeks new coach after firing Kyle Neptune

The Villanova Wildcats are searching for a new head coach after parting ways with Kyle Neptune. The team has struggled since the retirement of legendary coach Jay Wright, failing to make the NCAA Tournament for the past three years. This season, Villanova finished with a 19-14 record and placed sixth in the Big East. Neptune's firing came after a disappointing season, despite a notable win against UConn, the reigning national champions. The search for a new coach has intensified, with speculation that Villanova is looking to hire someone currently in the NCAA Tournament. One leading candidate is Ben McCollum, the head coach at Drake and a four-time national champion at the Division II level. If hired, he would be one of the first-year coaches to leave their program. McCollum has recently gained attention after leading Drake to an upset victory against Missouri. Villanova's administration is expected to reveal their choice soon. Meanwhile, McCollum is a popular name among schools looking for new coaching talent. The Wildcats hope to find a coach who can restore their program to its former glory.