BRYN MAWR, Pa. (Interstat) — Villanova earned its first win of the season, defeating William & Mary 31-24 on Saturday at Villanova Stadium. Running back David Avit powered the Wildcats’ offense with 133 rushing yards and three touchdowns. Villanova took control with 10 points in the third quarter, which included a 100-yard kickoff return for a touchdown by Ja’briel Mace. William & Mary quarterback Tyler Hughes threw for 233 yards and a touchdown and added 63 yards and a score on the ground, but the Tribe fell short in the fourth quarter. Villanova improved to 1-2, while William & Mary evened its record at 2-2.