The athletic department has released an update on the status of injured guard Collin Gillespie. Further evaluation has revealed a fractured bone in his hand, and there is currently no timetable for his return.
Obviously not the news Villanova or its fans want to hear. Gillespie was providing steady play in his freshman campaign. When the injury was first announced, it sounded innocent enough, but then when he was seen with a cast and sling on the bench during the LaSalle game, concern grew. Those concerns are now confirmed. The most concerning part is the "no timetable for return." You have to think that his season is in jeopardy and that a redshirt is in play.
Jay Wright said, "We're really disappointed for Collin. He was playing great for us. We miss him on this team. We're still struggling to replace him. But I know with his positive attitude and work ethic he'll get back on the court as soon as he can."
We will provide further updates on Gillespie as they become available. But for the time being, the Wildcats will be without Gillespie for the foreseeable future.
Obviously not the news Villanova or its fans want to hear. Gillespie was providing steady play in his freshman campaign. When the injury was first announced, it sounded innocent enough, but then when he was seen with a cast and sling on the bench during the LaSalle game, concern grew. Those concerns are now confirmed. The most concerning part is the "no timetable for return." You have to think that his season is in jeopardy and that a redshirt is in play.
Jay Wright said, "We're really disappointed for Collin. He was playing great for us. We miss him on this team. We're still struggling to replace him. But I know with his positive attitude and work ethic he'll get back on the court as soon as he can."
We will provide further updates on Gillespie as they become available. But for the time being, the Wildcats will be without Gillespie for the foreseeable future.
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