Holy Nova

Holy Nova

Holy Nova is your all-access pass to Villanova basketball. Hosted by Matt Janus and David White, this twice-weekly show dives deep into both the men’s and women’s programs—breaking down games, spotlighting players, and delivering sharp, insider-driven analysis from the heart of Nova Nation. Whether it’s a clutch win at the Pavilion or a rising star on the women’s roster, Holy Nova brings the energy, insight, and passion every Wildcat fan deserves.

Episodes

August 7, 2025 47 mins
The dawn of the Kevin Willard era is here, and Holy Nova is looking at what success and failure might look like in Year One! In this episode, Matt Janus and David White dive into the best and worst case scenarios for Villanova Basketball in the 2025-26 Big East season. Can the Wildcats surprise people and finish top-3? Or will the rebuild hit an early snag? In this episode we assess: Acaden Lewis hype: Are whispers of the next Ja...
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🚨 Holy Nova Offers a Villanova Recruiting Update! 🚨 Villanova is back in the mix for elite high school talent — and recruiting insider Jake Weingarten of StockRisers.com says Chris Washington Jr. is a perfect fit for the Wildcats. In this episode of Holy Nova, we dive into Villanova's top 2026 targets, the new recruiting strategy under Kevin Willard, and the shifting landscape of high school vs. transfer portal recruiting. 🏀 We...
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🎥 What Impact Will the Mike Brown Have on the Nova Knicks? After a dramatic and twist-filled search process, the New York Knicks have announced Mike Brown as their new head coach. In this video, we break down what this hire means for the "Nova Knicks" and whether it could signal any potential movement with players like Jalen Bronson, Josh Hart, or Mikal Bridges. 🔍 What You’ll Learn: The implications of Mike Brown’s appointmen...
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🏀 Who Are the Top 5 Most Underrated Villanova Basketball Players of the Last 25 Years? | Holy Nova Podcast It's time to show some love to the overlooked legends of Villanova Basketball! On this episode of Holy Nova, Matt Janus and David White dive deep into the last quarter century of Nova hoops to reveal their picks for the Top 5 Most Underrated Villanova Players since 2000. From glue guys to forgotten stars, we highlight the na...
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On this edition of Holy Nova, we discuss the latest summer storylines around Villanova Basketball: 🏀 Eric Dixon Injury Update — What does Villanova’s all-time leading scorer’s setback mean for his future with the Los Angeles Lakers? 🏀 Big 5 Pod Shuffle — How Nova’s new Big 5 Pod partners will reshape the Wildcats' non-conference schedule. 🏀 Top 5 One-on-One Legends — Our picks for who would win a 1-on-1 Tournament of Villanov...
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🚨 Temple Expert Thinks Zion Stanford Is the Real Deal 🚨 Temple insider and Philly radio voice Ray Dunne joins Holy Nova to break down why Zion Stanford's transfer to Villanova is such a big deal for the Wildcats and the Big East. From his Philly roots to his explosive growth at Temple, Stanford brings versatility, mid-range scoring, and high basketball IQ to the Main Line. 🎙 Hosted by Matt Janus and David White, this episode ta...
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🏀 The Godfather of Villanova Women’s Basketball | Harry Perretta Talks Portal Additions, the Return of Jasmine Bascoe, and Life After Coaching Legendary coach Harry Perretta, the winningest coach in Villanova Women's Basketball history, joins Holy Nova to talk about retirement, staying involved in the game, and what he sees in this year's Villanova squad. From insights on star point guard Jasmine Bascoe, to the impact of portal a...
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After three rocky years and growing frustration post-Jay Wright, Villanova basketball enters a bold new chapter with Kevin Willard taking the helm. In this episode, Matt Janus and David White break down what Willard brings to the Main Line — from his deep coaching roots and fresh roster-building philosophy to a faster-paced style of play and a reimagined version of Villanova’s famed culture. Willard’s honesty, adaptability, and vis...
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🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and drop a comment with your favorite moment from the show! You can also follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and socials... @BigEastEnergy 🎙️ Presented by the Big East Energy Podcast Network – your home for all things Big East basketball. Check out https://bigeastenergy.com/ for more! Welcome to the debut episode of Holy Nova! Hosts Matt Janus and David White dive into the national media’s ...
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