Final Four teams heavily recruit talent in their backyards
The four blueblood programs that have descended upon the Superdome for the men's Final Four all have the ability to recruit on a national scaleMARCH 31, 2022 • Associated Press
TIPPING OFF: Texas Tech 'D' is next hurdle for Coach K, Duke
Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski’s 26th, and final, appearance in the Sweet 16 is a classic matchup of offense vsMARCH 24, 2022 • Associated Press
Logs six minutes in return Cosby-Roundtree accumulated two points (1-1 FG), two rebounds and one assist in six minutes during Sunday's 72-46 win over La Salle.
Impact While it wasn't necessarily an impactful performance, it's impressive to see Cosby-Roundree back on the court in any capacity given his career was thought to be over only two months ago. Even if he can only contribute in short bursts, it's still a net positive for the Wildcats, who were badly in need of frontcourt depth.
NOVEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Gillespie leads No. 7 Villanova in 72-46 rout of La Salle
Collin Gillespie scored 13 points and No. 7 Villanova used a dominating first half to defeat La Salle 72-46 on SundayNOVEMBER 29, 2021 • Associated Press
Gets surprise clearance Sunday Cosby-Roundtree (lower leg) will suit up for Villanova on Sunday against La Salle, Aaron Bracy of the Associated Press reports.
Impact As of late-September, it was thought that Cosby-Roundtree's playing career was at its end, so this appears to be a major development. His ultimate role, of course, seems like a bit of a mystery. Cosby-Roundtree is a former part-time starter for the Wildcats who at one point provided meaningful minutes at center, and the post has been an area of weakness for the team this year without the presence of a traditional five man. Should Cosby-Roundtree represent any shade of his former self, it would be a significant boost, though it remains possible this will simply be a symbolic gesture.
NOVEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Dhamir Cosby-Roundtree's playing career is over, but he hopes his resiliency at Villanova lives on Even though injuries curtailed his playing career, Dhamir Cosby-Roundtree hopes to be remembered at Villanova for his toughness.
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Playing career over Cosby-Roundtree (lower leg) will remain on scholarship at Villanova but won't play basketball for the Wildcats anymore, Dana O'Neil of The Athletic reports.
Impact Cosby-Roundtree has dealt with leg injuries for the last two years and hasn't played since 2019-20 because of the injuries. Even with an extra offseason of rest, it appears the senior's legs haven't returned to a playing form, putting an end to his career. He posted his best season with Villanova in 2018-19, when he started 16 of hi 36 games played and averaged 5.1 points and 5.8 rebounds per game.
SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Status for '21-'22 season in doubt Villanova head coach Jay Wright said Tuesday that Cosby-Roundtree (lower leg) hasn't been ruled out for the 2021-22 season, but the big man's availability for the upcoming season i...
Impact Since appearing 29 games off the bench for Villanova as a third-year junior in 2019-20, Cosby-Roundtree has required multiple surgeries over the past two years to address tibial fracture in his left leg. Despite sitting out the entire 2020-21 season, the 6-foot-9, 250-pound center apparently still hasn't made a full recovery, and another redshirt year could be in the forecast. Wright and the Villanova training staff will likely track Cosby-Roundtree's progress over the next several weeks before getting a better sense of whether a return to action this season is feasible, but at the very least, he seems likely to miss at least the first couple months of the campaign.
SEPTEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Baylor defense too much for Villanova in flat 2nd half
Villanova coach Jay Wright finally ran out of answers against top-seeded BaylorMARCH 28, 2021 • Associated Press
Michigan, Villanova push past key injuries in Sweet 16 run
Villanova and Michigan have reached the NCAA Tournament's Sweet 16 despite major late-season injuriesMARCH 25, 2021 • Associated Press
Villanova’s Dhamir Cosby-Roundtree stays involved with the team despite missing entire season with injuries The Wildcats' 6-foot-9 senior forward and captain has missed the entire season with a left tibial stress fracture. But he is in constant con...
MARCH 23, 2021 • INQUIRER.COM
Villanova wins Big East title; McDermott coaches under fire
Justin Moore scored 24 points and helped No. 10 Villanova capture the Big East title with a 72-60 win over No. 14 CreightonMARCH 4, 2021 • Associated Press
Still without return timetable Coach Jay Wright said Thursday that Cosby-Roundtree (lower leg) is still "a long way away" from returning, C.J. Holmes of The Athletic reports.
Impact Cosby-Roundtree has been dealing with a stress fracture over the past several weeks, and Wright still didn't have an estimate on when he could return to the court. Once he's back to full health, the senior should serve as the backup to Jeremiah Robinson-Earl underneath the basket.
DECEMBER 10, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Not expected back soon Coach Jay Wright indicated that Cosby-Roundtree is dealing with a stress fracture and could miss "at least a month", Eugene Rapay of The Journal News reports.
Impact Cosby-Roundtree averaged 7.7 minutes per game off the bench for Villanova last season and seems likely to fill a similar bench role during his senior season behind Jeremiah Robinson-Earl. While Cosby-Roundtree sits, Eric Dixon and Cole Swider have seen time down low when Robinson-Earl needs a breather.
DECEMBER 2, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
No. 3 Villanova beats No. 18 ASU 83-74 to win Empire Classic
Jeremiah Robinson-Earl scored a career-high 28 points to lead No. 3 Villanova over No. 18 Arizona State 83-74 Thursday night in the championship game of the Empire ClassicNOVEMBER 27, 2020 • Associated Press
Remains out against Sun Devils Cosby-Roundtree (lower leg) didn't take the court in Thursday's win over Arizona State.
Impact Cosby-Roundtree was ruled out for Wednesday's season opener as he continues to recover from right shin surgery in August, and he was unable to take the court once again Thursday. It's still not clear when he'll be able to make his season debut, although his next chance to do so will be Monday against St. Joseph's.
NOVEMBER 26, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
No. 3 Villanova opens with 76-67 win over Boston College
Jeremiah Robinson-Earl had 18 points and 10 rebounds as No. 3 Villanova overcame a nine-point second-half deficit to beat Boston College 76-67 in the first round of the Empire Clas...NOVEMBER 26, 2020 • Associated Press
Won't be ready for season opener Cosby-Roundtree (lower leg) won't be available for Wednesday's season opener against Boston College, Dana O'Neil of The Athletic reports.
Impact Cosby-Roundtree underwent surgery on his right shin in March, and head coach Jay Wright revealed Thursday that he won't be ready to start the season for the Wildcats. A timetable for his return hasn't been established, but he should play a reserve role once he's fully healthy.
NOVEMBER 19, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
