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Since he took over at Virginia, Coach Ryan Odom has shown no fear when it comes to the schedule. He tested his team with exhibitions against Vanderbilt and Villanova — two NCAA Tournament teams.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / June 27

High, low or just right: Virginia’s top ranked players in EA College Football 27

The EA College Football 27 ratings are officially out. Virginia’s ratings are publicly available, and the Cavaliers’ social media team posted the top 10 ratings their players received.

Jacksonville Jaguars News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / June 27

Virginia football is shooting for rare sustained success

Expectations are understandably high for the Virginia football program after a record-setting 2025 season that included a school-record 11 victories and a spot in the Atlantic Coast Conference title game.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / June 27

Former Virginia guard Malik Thomas to play for Toronto Raptors in NBA Summer League

Another former Virginia Cavalier is heading to the NBA — Malik Thomas has signed with the Toronto Raptors for the NBA Summer League, after Ugonna Onyenso was drafted by the Detroit Pistons and Jacari White signed a summer deal of his own.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / June 26

Cavaliers get a commitment from 2027 WR Prospect Markus Lee

Virginia's wide receivers room figures to get a lot more full -- and more competitive -- in 2027. Varina's Markus Lee became the fourth receiver to commit to the Cavaliers on Friday, announcing his decision two weeks after taking his official visit to Grounds.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / June 26

The new college baseball eligibility rules could impact Virginia baseball in a major way

College baseball is experiencing its biggest eligibility overhaul in decades, or potentially ever. The sport is being transformed in potentially two major ways — one by the NCAA, and another being considered by MLB.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / June 26

Two Most Likely Heisman Trophy Contenders For Virginia in 2026

The Heisman Trophy is the highest individual honor in college football, awarded annually to the most outstanding player in the country. The idea of a Virginia Cavalier receiving the award has often been unrealistic — especially in the post-George Welsh era — but now that the Cavaliers are an ascending program again, anything is possible.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / June 26

Why Jacari White has a legitimate shot to stick around for the LA Lakers

In addition to Ugonna Onyenso being drafted by the Detroit Pistons in the 2nd round of the 2026 NBA Draft, former Virginia sharpshooter Jacari White was just signed to a Summer League contract by the Los Angeles Lakers.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / June 26

3 Virginia basketball players who could shape the Cavaliers' 2026/2027 season

The Virginia Cavaliers are heading into the 2026 season with quite a bit of roster turnover, and in order for them to be successful this year, a few players in particular will be extremely important.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / June 26

How will the NCAA's new eligibility rules affect Virginia basketball?

Thanks to the NCAA's new five-year eligibility rule, Ryan Odom may be able to keep most of his band together for an additional season. If it survives expected

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / June 25

Report: Former UVA Guard Jacari White joins Los Angeles Lakers on Summer League deal

According to a Thursday report by 247Sports, Virginia Cavaliers guard Jacari White will join the Los Angeles Lakers on a Summer League contract. White is the second Cavalier-turned-rookie to join an NBA organization — Ugonna Onyenso became the first Wednesday when the Detroit Pistons traded for him at pick No.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / June 25

Way-too-early 2026 opponent preview: Virginia and Virginia Tech, new heavyweights?

The road to Charlotte, N.C. for the ACC Championship game is long. It leaves little margin for error. But if Virginia football repeats its 2025 success, it could once again find itself needing a win over Virginia Tech in order to book a trip back to Charlotte.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / June 25

How Virginia basketball plans to replace Ugonna Onyenso in 2026

Virginia basketball fans were extremely happy to see the Detroit Pistons select Cavaliers C Ugonna Onyenso in the 2nd round of the 2026 NBA Draft last night.

Detroit Pistons News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / June 25

Detroit Pistons fans are going to love Ugonna Onyenso, and here's why

UVA center Ugonna Onyenso became the first Virginia basketball player to be drafted since Ryan Dunn in 2024, and the Detroit Pistons got an incredibly gifted player both on and off the court.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / June 25

5 second-year Virginia football players who need to step up in 2026

If Tony Elliott and the Virginia football team are going to have sustained success again this season, some of the team's redshirt freshmen and sophomores are going to need to take the next step in their development.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / June 25

Virginia finishes fifth in final Learfield Directors Cup standings

Sparked by NCAA titles in women's swimming and men's tennis, Virginia finished fifth in the final Learfield Directors Cup standings released Wednesday afternoon.

Virginia Cavaliers News / ACC Digital Network / June 24

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Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / June 24

Ugonna Onyenso selected No. 53 overall in 2026 NBA Draft By The Detroit Pistons

For the first time in the Coach Ryan Odom era, a Virginia Cavalier is heading to the NBA. Senior center Ugonna Onyenso was picked in the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft, going No.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / June 24

Virginia announces Beau Pribula, Kam Robinson and McKale Boley as ACC Kickoff reps

The fanfare of the 2027 college football season begins with the ACC Football Kickoff, running July 15-17 in Charlotte, N.C. at the Hilton Charlotte Uptown.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / June 24

Which matchups are trap games for Virginia football in 2026?

Just because Virginia's 2026 football schedule is somewhat forgiving doesn't mean the Cavaliers can spend the fall on cruise control. The Cavaliers won't face ACC powerhouses Miami or Notre Dame.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / June 24

Ranking Virginia basketball's top 10 high school recruits of all time

Today, we're going to be diving into Virginia basketball's top 10 prep-level recruits of all time. Though Wahoo Nation is undoubtedly familiar with most of them, there are definitely a couple of guys here who could've been forgotten about.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / June 24

Projecting Future NFL fits for Virginia LB Kam Robinson

In the first three seasons under Coach Tony Elliott, a Virginia Cavalier was selected in the NFL Draft each year. Even though that streak ended in 2026, several Virginia football alumni signed undrafted free agent deals and stand a chance to crack an NFL roster.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / June 24

Way-too-early 2026 opponent preview: Virginia hosts The South’s Oldest Rivalry

Virginia and North Carolina first dueled on the gridiron back in 1892. The two rivals have faced each other every year since 1919 — hence the name of The South’s Oldest Rivalry.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / June 24

Virginia baseball to open 2027 in tournament with Oklahoma, Clemson, Texas and more

The 2026 college baseball season has officially come to a close, as Oklahoma captured the national title Monday over North Carolina. In a way, the 2027 season has already started.