Villanova exits Philly's Big 5 college hoops series after this season
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 3:06 PM
Last updated Oct 22, 2026
Villanova will exit the Big 5 college basketball series at the end of this season. The event will continue in the following season, maintaining a round-robin format with five teams. This marks a significant shift in the Philadelphia college basketball as Villanova has been a notable participant. The upcoming season will feature a revamped structure as teams adjust to their new circumstances.
- •Villanova announces exit from the Big 5 series at season's end
- •The Big 5 will proceed with five teams next season
- •Round-robin format will be implemented for the upcoming event
- •Villanova has been a significant part of the Philadelphia college basketball scene
- 3:51 PMESPN — End of an era: Villanova to exit Philly's Big 5 college hoops series
"Villanova will leave the Big 5 college basketball series at the end of this season, with the event continuing next season with five teams in a round-robin format.
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