Jay Wright to remain at Villanova, explains why he’s retiring; Kyle Neptune introduced as new coach
Wright is walking away from Villanova after 21 seasons that included two national championships and 16 NCAA Tournament appearances.
Outgoing longtime Villanova head coach Jay Wright speaks during a press conference Friday at the Finneran Pavilion in Villanova.
Longtime Villanova men’s basketball coach Jay Wright shocked the Philadelphia sports world Wednesday night by announcing his retirement.
Wright will remain at Villanova in an ambassador role for the university, Villanova president Father Peter Donahue announced Friday morning.
Fordham head coach Kyle Neptune, who had been Villanova’s assistant coach for eight seasons, will take over for Wright.
Neptune was introduced as Villanova’s new coach during a 10 a.m. news conference Friday alongside Wright and athletic director Mark Jackson.