Dylan Johnson

Dylan Johnson

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Co-Editor-in-Chief - The Villanovan Sports Intern - The Inquirer Signal: dylanjohnson.22 https://linktr.ee/bydylanjohnson

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As I step into my role as Co-Editor-in-Chief at The Villanovan, I am continually looking for any Villanova-related stories, leads, tips, or questions. You can connect with me with the information below. ✉️: djohns45@villanova.edu Signal: dylanjohnson.22

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Villanova’s Bryce Lindsay has battled adversity around every corner. When asked about his resilient career, Lindsay laughed. "It's crazy that you use the word resilient," he said. "I was about to get that [as my] next tattoo." www.inquirer.com/college-spor...

inquirer.comForged in Baltimore, Bryce Lindsay has overcome his share of adversity. Now he’s ’Nova’s leading scorer.The guard lost his mother to cancer in his senior year of high school. "He faced more than most people could imagine, but he turned it into fuel to grow mentally and emotionally,” his father says.
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Villanova football is back tonight. One last dance in Villanova Stadium with a trip to Nashville on the line. More from me on Braden Reed’s rapid growth.

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Villanova football’s Braden Reed is making an impact as a true freshman, but he isn’t viewed as one anymore. More from me with @phillysport.bsky.social: www.inquirer.com/college-spor...

inquirer.comBraden Reed makes a name for himself in Year 1 with Villanova: ‘He’s not a freshman anymore’The receiver spent most of the year on special teams, but in the last two playoff games, Reed caught the game-winning touchdown. He could play a larger role for Villanova in the FCS semifinals.
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Villanova football’s Braden Reed is making an impact as a true freshman, but he isn’t viewed as one anymore. More from me with @phillysport.bsky.social: www.inquirer.com/college-spor...

inquirer.comBraden Reed makes a name for himself in Year 1 with Villanova: ‘He’s not a freshman anymore’The receiver spent most of the year on special teams, but in the last two playoff games, Reed caught the game-winning touchdown. He could play a larger role for Villanova in the FCS semifinals.
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It is time for Texas. No. 12 Villanova football is taking on No. 4 Tarleton St. My preview and keys to the game with @phillysport.bsky.social: www.inquirer.com/college-spor...

inquirer.comWhat to know about Tarleton State, Villanova’s next matchup in the FCS playoffsThe program, located in Stephenville, Texas, where the quarterfinal game will be held on Saturday, transitioned from Division II to Division I in 2020, and has lost only one game this season.
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Villanova football is moving on in the FCS playoffs after a dominant performance against Harvard. My takeaways with @phillysport.bsky.social: www.inquirer.com/sports/colle...

inquirer.comVillanova trounces Harvard in first round of FCS playoffs: ‘The three phases are playing together’In the first half, the Wildcats scored 31 points and held the Crimson to go scoreless to secure a 52-7 win on Saturday. Villanova will face Lehigh in the second round next weekend.
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Villanova basketball was down Duke Brennan on Tuesday night, but still came out on top over Old Dominion. My takeaways and observations with @phillysport.bsky.social: www.inquirer.com/college-spor...

inquirer.comVillanova knocks off Old Dominion despite first-half struggles, extends win streak to five gamesWith Duke Brennan sidelined with a right ankle sprain, coach Kevin Willard had to play more of a small-ball lineup — “Something that we’re still not very good at” — in an 89-75 win on Tuesday.
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Personal News✍️: I am happy to announce that I have been elevated to Co-Editor-in-Chief of The Villanovan for the upcoming year. I cannot wait to work alongside Kailey Fahy as Co-EIC. I want to thank Brooke Ackerman and Nicole Liddicoat for this opportunity.

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Ja’briel Mace is humble. He’ll credit his offensive line for his success before himself. Yet, his name is at the top of the program record list for rushing yards in a single game. My story with @phillysport.bsky.social: www.inquirer.com/college-spor...

inquirer.comVillanova’s Ja’Briel Mace hears from Brian Westbrook after breaking former Eagle’s recordSparked by a 198-yard second half, the third-string back rushed for 291 yards against Towson to eclipse Westbrook's record.
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Malachi Palmer grew up with a dream to play basketball at Villanova. Born in Harrisburg, Palmer watched Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart, among other Wildcats, win two championships in the span of three years. My story with @phillysport.bsky.social: www.inquirer.com/college-spor...

inquirer.comMalachi Palmer followed his coach to Villanova. Now, he’s ready to show what he’s capable of.The sophomore guard did not hesitate to follow head coach Kevin Willard from Maryland to the Main Line. While he saw limited minutes last season, Palmer has been “working all year” to improve.
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It was a crisp fall day on the Main Line, and the sun was beaming down on the parking lot of Villanova Stadium. The 1985 Villanova football team got together for its 40th anniversary. My story with The Villanovan: villanovan.com/31431/sports...

villanovan.com‘Like It Was Yesterday’: The 1985 Villanova Football Team Reunited For Its 40th AnniversaryIt was a crisp fall day on the Main Line, and the sun was beaming down on the parking lot of Villanova Stadium. Billy Joel’s “She’s Always a Woman” blasted out of a speaker from the Villanova Football...
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After Luke Colella officially transferred to Villanova this offseason, someone stopped by his hometown outside of Pittsburgh for a visit. It was Pat McQuaide, Villanova's quarterback. My story with @phillysport.bsky.social: www.inquirer.com/college-spor...

inquirer.comVillanova’s Pat McQuaide and Luke Colella have formed instant chemistry on a tight-knit teamMcQuaide, a transfer from Nicholls State, and Colella, a transfer from Princeton, have led the charge for the 5-2 Wildcats' offense. Colella has hauled in 35% of McQuaide's total completions.
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Villanova football is back home after playing four of its last five on the road. The Wildcats will play four of their final five games on campus, riding an 18-game home win streak. My preview for today’s game against Hampton with @phillysport.bsky.social: www.inquirer.com/college-spor...

inquirer.comRising in the national FCS rankings, Villanova’s homestand comes at the right timeThe Wildcats are developing some rhythm on offense and consistency on defense. They’ll look to keep their 18-game home win streak alive against Hampton on Saturday.
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Villanova women’s soccer now has nine wins this season, the most since 2019.

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Villanova women's soccer is vying for its best season in six years. Young talent, including freshman Avrie Nelsen, has helped the Wildcats chase that goal. My story with @phillysport.bsky.social: www.inquirer.com/college-spor...

inquirer.comHere’s how youth, not experience, guided Villanova to its best start in women’s soccer in six yearsFreshman Avrie Nelsen has led the turnaround for the Wildcats along with sophomores Morgan Kotch and Meredith Palmer.
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Villanova women's soccer is vying for its best season in six years. Young talent, including freshman Avrie Nelsen, has helped the Wildcats chase that goal. My story with @phillysport.bsky.social: www.inquirer.com/college-spor...

inquirer.comHere’s how youth, not experience, guided Villanova to its best start in women’s soccer in six yearsFreshman Avrie Nelsen has led the turnaround for the Wildcats along with sophomores Morgan Kotch and Meredith Palmer.
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Shane Hartzell is a man of few words, but a lot of tackles. He has been a quiet key asset to Villanova football for the last few seasons. My story with @phillysport.bsky.social: www.inquirer.com/college-spor...

inquirer.comShane Hartzell has been the rock of Villanova’s defense. His goal in this final season? Leave a legacy.He's been a statistical leader, feted with awards, and is the go-to presence on the Wildcats' defense. But for the Perkasie native, leaving a mark on the program matters more.
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Villanova football’s David Avit contemplated leaving the Main Line this offseason. However, he realized this is his home. Story with @phillysport.bsky.social: www.inquirer.com/college-spor...

inquirer.comVillanova’s David Avit was destined to play football for the Wildcats. He’s sure of that now.After a record-breaking freshman season, Avit opted for the NCAA's transfer portal. But "the second I got in the portal ... I was like, “What am I doing?”
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This week's "Catching Up With The 'Cats" is here. I was fortunate to talk to former NFL wide receiver, Villanova Wildcat and current radio host Brian Finneran ('98). villanovan.com/30778/sports...

villanovan.comCatching Up With The ‘Cats: Brian Finneran (’98)It was 1998, times were tough, and the future was unclear. Brian Finneran (‘98) was just cut from the Seattle Seahawks after going undrafted in the NFL Draft. He picked up a job at a Southern Californ...

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Billy Lange is stepping down as the Saint Joseph’s head men’s basketball coach and expected to be hired by the New York Knicks to run their player development program, according to reports.

inquirer.comReports: New York Knicks intend to hire St. Joseph’s coach Billy Lange to staffSteve Donahue, the former Penn coach who was added to the Hawks’ staff as an associate head coach in May, is expected to take over as acting head coach.