Villanova Wildcats opened up there 2019-20 season last night at the Pavilion against the Army Black Knights. The only time the game was close was when it was tied 4-4 with 17:27 left in the first half.
After that Villanova put their foot on the pedal, Saddiq Bey led the team to take over the game. Villanova went on a 45-22 run to end the first half. Freshman Jeremiah Robinson-Earl almost had a double at halftime scoring 15 points and nine rebounds. Villanova also started another freshman whose name is Justin Moore, Justin scored six of his total eight points in the first half. It's the first time Villanova has started two rookies in the opening night since 2002 when they started Randy Foye and Allen Ray.
Villanova did not let up in the second half either outscoring Army 48-28 in the second half. Collin Gillespie lead the charge in the second half with his three-point shooting, where he knocked down three triples. Jermaine Robinson-Earl scored eight points in the second half.
Villanova Young Bright Stars
Jeremiah Robinson with 24 points and 13 rebounds. Saddiq Bey finished with 22 points and five rebounds. Cole Swider finished with 18 points. Justin Moore finished with nine points, four rebounds, and four assists.
Villanova Upperclassman has Solid Night
Colin Gillespie finished with 11 points and four assists. Colin hit three triples, shooting 42% from behind the arc.
Villanova Lone Disappointment
Dhamir Cosby-Roundtree was a huge disappointment, many hope for Roundtree to have a big year with Phil Boothe and Eric Paschall gone, but last night Roundtree finished with two points and six rebounds. Hopefully, this will not be how the season goes for him.
Few Bright spots for Army
Tucker Blackwell and Tommy Funk were the few bright spots for Army. Tommy Funk finished with 15 points, five rebounds, and five assists. Tucker Blackwell scored 15 points. Chris Mann scored nine points off the bench.
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