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Villanova to retire Josh Hart’s jersey

Villanova to retire Josh Hart’s jersey

Villanova announced earlier this week that they’ll be retiring Josh Hart’s jersey on January 19th at halftime of their game against Marquette. Hart, who wore the number 3 in 146 games played for the Wildcats over four seasons, will become the first member of the 2016 national championship team to receive this honor.

Finishing in the top ten in the Big East in points and rebounds, Hart was a core member of that year’s team and an integral part of the championship run. He averaged more than 16 points in conference play, leading the Wildcats to the regular season title. Hart scored in double-figures in five of six NCAA tournament games in 2016, including a game high 23 against Oklahoma to send Villanova to the championship game.

The next season, Hart received both conference and national accolades. He was awarded Julius Erving Small Forward of the Year in 2017, the first of three Villanova players to win the award. Hart was also named BIG EAST Player of the Year and…

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