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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Virginia Cavaliers eligible to hear their names called in the 2026 NBA Draft

Round one of the 2026 NBA Draft officially starts tonight at 8:00 p.m., followed by round two on Wednesday night at the same time. Though there hasn't been much NBA Draft talk surrounding Virginia basketball players leading up to the draft, there are five Cavaliers who could potentially hear their names called over the next two days.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / June 23

Biggest position battles for Virginia basketball throughout summer practices

After falling short of their ultimate goal for the 2025/2026 season, Ryan Odom and Virginia basketball did an excellent job this offseason of reloading and tweaking the potential lineup for next season.

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Virginia's Matchup With NC State Will Stay At Week Zero Despite Relocation

After Virginia’s season opener with NC State in Brazil was relocated to Charlottesville, there was the possibility of a shift in both date and kickoff time. However, Virginia, the Wolfpack and the ACC submitted a waiver request to the FBS Oversight Committee in hopes of keeping the Aug.

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Recent NBA Draft history for Virginia basketball

The NBA Draft officially begins Tuesday at 8 p.m., with the second round taking place Wednesday at 8 p.m. — both on ESPN. One Cavalier, Ugonna Onyenso, is projected to be selected somewhere in the second round.

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What to know about MLB Draft Combine for Virginia’s Gracia, Becker, Johnson and Tiroly

Four Virginia baseball players were invited to the 2026 MLB Draft Combine — AJ Gracia, Eric Becker, Kyle Johnson and Joe Tiroly. The combine will be held in Phoenix, at Chase Field, home of the Arizona Diamondbacks.

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Way-too-early Virginia Football 2026 opponent preview: A California dream, tested at Scott Stadium

For the first time ever, Virginia will host California. It is just the second matchup between the two programs, after the Cavaliers won 31-21 at California Memorial Stadium last season.

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Five players who could put Virginia over the top in 2026

Regardless of the sport or level of competition, any team is only as good as its weakest link. Virginia's quest for a second straight appearance in the

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3 rising stars on Virginia football's coaching staff entering the 2026 season

One of Tony Elliott's most overlooked successes since taking over at Virginia in December of 2021 is his construction of the current coaching staff. The development and resurgence of UVA football over the past couple of seasons has been made possible by the team's leadership under Elliott.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / June 22

Ryan Odom and Virginia Basketball turn up the heat for blue-chip 2027 big man

Ryan Odom has done a pretty good job recruiting the prep-level since taking over the Virginia basketball program last year, locking up players like Chance Mallory, Johann Grünloh, Thijs De Ridder, and now Favour Ibe.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / June 22

Constructing a Virginia football All-Star team in the Tony Elliott era

If undrafted free agent deals are included, Coach Tony Elliott has helped develop loads of NFL talent since his first season in 2022. He has also coached over a dozen All-ACC players, some of whom are still on the roster heading into Elliott’s fifth season at the helm.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / June 21

Five Future Non-Conference Opponents Virginia football should schedule

Friday, Virginia football announced a future non-conference series with Vanderbilt. It is currently the only SEC home-and-home on the docket for the Cavaliers.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / June 21

Virginia alum Katie Douglass sets world 50 freestyle record

Former University of Virginia swimmer Katie Douglass broke the world record in the women's 50-meter freestyle Friday night at the TYR Pro Swim Series meet in Indianapolis..

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Watch: These two teams always put on a show #virginiacavaliers #virginiatech #accfootball

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Way-too-early UVA 2026 opponent preview: Penultimate road trip to Wake Forest on Halloween

Three of Virginia’s four road games are in the month of October. The calendar switch to November marks a transition period for the Cavaliers — they end the season with a bye, home versus Cal and North Carolina and then a road duel at Virginia Tech.

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One-on-one with Virginia Cavaliers Kicker Will Bettridge

UVA On SI checked in with Will Bettridge to discuss the upcoming season and his Virginia career. Here is the June 18 interview, edited for length and clarity: Xander Tilock: You are 16 points away from Virginia's all-time scoring record.

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Three reasons to be optimistic about Virginia's 2027 football recruiting class

National recruiting analysts have not been exactly overwhelmed by Virginia's 2027 football recruiting class. With a baker's dozen high school commitments so far, the Cavaliers have earned a modest No.

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Watch: He stood on his head #virginiacavaliers #accsoccer #collegesoccer

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Best and worst case scenarios for Virginia Basketball's Incoming transfer class

UVA Head Coach Ryan Odom was very stringent when it came to this year's transfer class, only going after players who bring certain qualities to a Virginia basketball team with sky-high expectations entering the 2026/2027 season.

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Way-too-early 2026 opponent preview: Virginia and Duke, primetime 10 months in the making

Virginia and Duke, for the ACC title. Sounds like a men’s basketball game. Maybe it could be a men’s lacrosse game. But no, this 2025 duel was for the ACC Championship in football.

3-star CB Sa Rex commits to Virginia, spurns Penn State and Northwestern

Virginia football just received some excellent news from a player that they've been recruiting incredibly hard for the past month. 3-star CB Sa Rex from Varina High School in Richmond has officially committed to UVA over programs like Penn State, Northwestern, and Pittsburgh.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / June 19

Virginia, Vanderbilt announce future two-game football series

Both coming off breakthrough football seasons, Virginia and Vanderbilt announced a future two-game, home-and-home football series on Friday morning. The Cavaliers, who won a school-record 11 games in 2025, will visit Nashville's FirstBank Stadium on Sept.