PRESS RELEASE: Markus Kennedy, a 6-9 forward who played the 2011-12 season at Villanova, has announced his intention to leave VU so that he may transfer to another university.

"Markus has been a valued member of our basketball family," stated Villanova head coach Jay Wright. "We wish him the best in his new endeavor."

Kennedy, a native of Philadelphia, appeared in 31 games for the Wildcats in 2011-12 and earned three starting assignments. He averaged 3.0 points, 4.4 rebounds and 14.8 minutes per contest in his first season at the collegiate level.