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Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / July 4

Which UVA programs are closest to a national championship?

This academic year, Virginia won a pair of national championships (men’s tennis, women’s swimming and diving). Factoring in yet another elite showing in the Learfield Directors Cup, Athletic Director Carla Williams is leading one of the most productive athletic departments across the entire NCAA.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / July 4

Fourth of July: Virginia’s best victories in the other original states

In the past academic year, Virginia authored all-time victories across the country. From national championships to NCAA Tournament wins and more, the Cavaliers

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / July 4

Red, White and Hoos: Virginia football and military academies

Coach Tony Elliott focuses on leadership development. It can fuel a program. It is no coincidence that Virginia features an expanding cohort of coaches (and players) who have spent time at military academies.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / July 3
Virginia's defense can't afford to rest in 2026

Virginia's defense can't afford to rest in 2026

Any number of factors can influence the outcome of a football game. Turnovers and penalties are always critical to success. Often, one team's dominance in the ground game or through the air leaves the opposition grasping for answers.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / July 3

TILOCK: Virginia’s AJ Gracia should be a top-10 pick in the 2026 MLB Draft

Leading up to the 2026 MLB Draft, Virginia outfielder AJ Gracia has been projected to go all over the first round — or outside of the top 25 picks. But

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / July 3

Nolan Adekunle’s case to start for Virginia basketball this season

For Virginia basketball, four starters are obvious — Thijs De Ridder, Johann Grunloh, Sam Lewis, and Chance Mallory. That quartet is experienced, and more

Virginia Cavaliers News / ACC Digital Network / July 3
Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / July 2

Three things you can guarantee about UVA football in 2026

College football is a volatile sport. Last season, legendary programs Clemson and Florida State sat in the ACC’s basement while Duke and Virginia played for the ACC title.

Ty Jerome News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / July 2

Why Virginia great Ty Jerome could have his best NBA season this year

Ty Jerome, a former Virginia Cavaliers star, is primed for the most playing time of his professional career. Even in a crowded Western Conference, Jerome

Virginia Cavaliers News / ACC Digital Network / July 2
Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / July 2
Has Virginia basketball closed the gap on Duke?

Has Virginia basketball closed the gap on Duke?

For most of the past four decades, Duke has been the primary obstacle in Virginia's quest to ascend to the top of the Atlantic Coast Conference men's basketball hierarchy.

Virginia Cavaliers News / ACC Digital Network / July 2
Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / July 2

Virginia Basketball: Three statistical storylines to watch during the 2026-2027 season

Last year, Virginia went 30-6, finishing second in the ACC in its first year under Coach Ryan Odom. The Cavaliers also reached the ACC title game and advanced to the second round of the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2019.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / July 2
Ranking the 5 best quarterbacks Virginia will face in the 2026 season

Ranking the 5 best quarterbacks Virginia will face in the 2026 season

Virginia football is heading into 2026 with a head full of steam after having one of the most successful seasons in school history, where they finished with an 11-3 record and a Gator Bowl victory over Missouri.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / July 1
Ranking UVA basketball's 3 biggest recruiting priorities in the 2027 class

Ranking UVA basketball's 3 biggest recruiting priorities in the 2027 class

Looking ahead to the 2027 recruiting class, there are three specific position groups that Virginia needs to address if they want to continue having sustained success as a program.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / July 1
Which Virginia football players could become fan favorites in 2026?

Which Virginia football players could become fan favorites in 2026?

It takes more than talent for athletes to earn the reputation as fan favorites. Sure, it's easy to cheer for Patrick Mahomes or Myles Garrett based on their on-field feats alone.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / July 1
Would future ACC expansion help Virginia?

Would future ACC expansion help Virginia?

Conference realignment was one of the defining developments of the last decade (and more) for the NCAA. The Power Five became a Power Four, the Big 12

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / July 1

Ranking Virginia football's 3 deepest position groups heading into 2026

Virginia's roster went through a pretty large overhaul over the past three to four months, and with that comes all kinds of emotions. At first, things looked pretty worrisome when it came to depth because the program lost a good amount of talent to both graduation and the transfer portal.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / July 1

Virginia Cavaliers in NBA Summer League: How (and what) to watch

Now that the NBA Draft — and post-draft — frenzy has waned, the NBA Summer League rosters are broadly set. There are three former Virginia Cavaliers slated to play.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / June 30

The one position UVA basketball may regret ignoring in the transfer portal

The Virginia Cavaliers did a great job adding talent this offseason for the most part, but one crucial spot wasn't addressed, and it could end up costing the team in 2026/2027.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / June 30

Virginia baseball: Way-too-early 2027 roster projections

The college baseball transfer portal closes tonight. Any player who wishes to enter must submit their paperwork to leave their current school by the end of the day.  Barring any last-minute changes, Virginia should not lose any members of its 2027 squad, save for MLB Draft selections.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / June 30
What happened to Virginia basketball transfer portal exits?

What happened to Virginia basketball transfer portal exits?

The last team to be coached by Tony Bennett — at least up until the season's dawn. The 2024-25 Virginia Cavaliers were a mix of returners and transfers, projected to contend among the ACC’s highest echelon.

Virginia Cavaliers News / ACC Digital Network / June 30
Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / June 30
Who belongs on Virginia's coaching Mount Rushmore?

Who belongs on Virginia's coaching Mount Rushmore?

Spoiler alert: If you're a member of Tony Bennett's family or his fan club, you might want to stop reading now. Today's assignment is to select a Mount Rushmore of University of Virginia coaches.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / June 30
What's next for Virginia football recruiting after a red-hot June?

What's next for Virginia football recruiting after a red-hot June?

It's no secret that Virginia had one of the hottest recruiting months in all of college football in June, gaining the commitments of 10 players, and four of them were some of their top in-state targets in the 2027 class.

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