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Poindexter named to College Football Hall of Fame’s 2020 class
Former Virginia All-America safety Anthony Poindexter has been named to the 2020 Class of the College Football Hall of Fame, the National Football Foundation announced Wednesday.
Bennett delivers postseason message to team entering ACC Tournament
Tony Bennett is not only a great coach, but also a great motivator. Before each challenge, whether it be a single game or a tournament, Bennett always has a special message for his team.
VIDEO: Generation180 encourages Wahoo fans to ‘Electrify Their Ride’
A local organization is on a mission to persuade soon-to-be car shoppers to consider going the electric route, and they’ve brought along some familiar UVA faces — and voices — to join the cause and raise awareness of the benefits of non-gas vehicles.
ACC releases statement regarding coronavirus; Tournament will go on as scheduled
After consultation with local and state health authorities, including the Governor and his medical staff, the Atlantic Coast Conference will hold its men’s basketball tournament as scheduled this week at the Greensboro Coliseum.
ACC Tournament Team Capsules
Here’s a statistical breakdown of all 14 schools competing for the 2020 ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament championship this week in Greensboro, brought to you by Blue Ridge Bank.
Diakite, Clark, Key recognized with All-ACC honors
Virginia’s Mamadi Diakite and Kihei Clark earned All-ACC honors, the league announced on Monday. Diakite was named to the All-ACC second team and All-ACC defensive team, while Clark was named to the All-ACC third team. In addition, Braxton Key earned All-ACC honorable mention.
Virginia takes first ACC series of season over No. 7 NC State with 10-3 rubber-match win
Virginia won its first Atlantic Coast Conference series of the season with a 10-3 game-three victory over No. 7 NC State on Sunday at Disharoon Park. It marked the Cavaliers first series win over the Wolfpack (13-2, 1-2 ACC) since 2013.
‘Hoos edged by Florida State in top-10 battle, 4-3
The Virginia women’s tennis team came up just short in a battle against No. 4 Florida State, falling 4-3 to the Seminoles on Sunday at the Snyder Tennis Center.
Hokies come away with weekend sweep at Palmer Park
Seven runs across the sixth and seventh innings led No. 19 Virginia Tech to a 7-0 victory over Virginia on Sunday afternoon at Palmer Park.
‘Cardiac Cavs’ do it again, steal No. 2 seed from Louisville in Senior-Day finale
Tony Bennett took his seat in the media room and started fielding questions after Virginia had just given its fan base a new round of palpitations Saturday night. The “Cardiac Cavs” had just lived up to their reputation yet again with a heart-pounding, 57-54 win over Louisville at John Paul Jones Arena.
Clark’s late triple helps send seniors out with a win over No. 10 Cardinals, 57-54
Virginia second-year point guard Kihei Clark has proven on several occasions that he does not get rattled under intense pressure.
Photo Gallery: Virginia Upsets Louisville
Photos by John Markon from Virginia’s 57-54 win over Louisville.
Tale of the Tape: No. 10 Louisville at No. 22 Virginia
It’s Senior Day at John Paul Jones Arena for Mamadi Diakite and Braxton Key, as No. 22 Virginia hosts 10th-ranked Louisville at 4 p.m. (ESPN) in the regular-season finale.
Jerry Ratcliffe Show: Hauser headlines UVA-Louisville Senior Day Special
Hootie welcomes an all-star lineup to the show, which is focused on No. 22 Virginia’s huge Senior Day game against 10th-ranked Louisville.
JPJ will bid farewell to Diakite and Key in huge Louisville battle this afternoon
When golden-domed Mamadi Diakite and compadre Braxton Key grace the court for the last time at John Paul Jones Arena on Saturday afternoon, we will remember.
Virginia wins 7th straight, hands No. 7 NC State first loss, 7-3
Virginia opened up Atlantic Coast Conference play on Friday evening with a 7-3 win over previously unbeaten and seventh-ranked NC State at Disharoon Park. The Cavaliers are now winners of seven straight games and improve to 10-1 on their current 15-game home stand.
UVA releases statement regarding its monitoring of coronavirus
The University of Virginia is closely monitoring the impact of COVID-19 (coronavirus) and our top priority is the health and safety of our students, staff and fans.
Louisville could be minus starting center Williams in showdown with Virginia
When Louisville attempts to break its losing streak at John Paul Jones Arena on Saturday, the Cardinals might not be playing with a full deck. Junior center Malik Williams, who started his last three games, will be a game-time decision, according to Louisville coach Chris Mack.
No. 10 UVA shuts out No. 23 Syracuse, 7-0
The No. 10 Virginia women’s tennis team continued to experience success against nationally-ranked opponents, taking a 7-0 victory over No. 23 Syracuse on Friday afternoon at the Snyder Tennis Center.
Cavaliers drop ACC home opener to No. 19 Hokies, 4-0
No. 19 Virginia Tech used a three-run fifth inning to pull away from Virginia and take the series opener, 4-0, on Friday at Palmer Park.
