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Boston University defeated Navy 73-72 on Chance Gladden's 40-foot buzzer-beater, but the finish was clouded by a late clock-start error that officials corrected by adding 0.6 seconds, sending BU to the Patriot League final against Lehigh.
Navy is enjoying its best season since David Robinson under first-year head coach Jon Perry, built on 81.3% minutes continuity, a lockdown top-five defense, and standout seniors such as Austin Benigni and Aidan Kehoe, all while complying with NIL restrictions and roster stability (no transfers). The 25-6 overall record and 17-1 Patriot League mark earned the regular-season title and a 13-game win streak as the Midshipmen chase an NCAA Tournament bid.
Lehigh University promotes Rich Nagy from defensive coordinator to Vandergrift Family Head Football Coach after three seasons of guiding a top-ranked FCS defense; the move follows Lehigh’s 12-0 regular season in 2025 and is part of a broader set of coaching staff promotions aimed at sustaining The Nest’s success.
Villanova University has accepted an invitation to join the Patriot League as an associate member for football starting in 2026, aligning with institutions that emphasize academic and athletic excellence, and continuing its competitive success in the FCS.
The Patriot League announced that Villanova will join as an associate member for football starting in 2026, expanding the league to 10 teams and continuing its tradition of competitive and academically successful programs.