Virginia baseball cruises past Old Dominion 8-1
By Corbin Lathrop | March 29, 2023Virginia’s pitching proved to be the difference as the Cavaliers improved to 17-0 at home this season.
Virginia’s pitching proved to be the difference as the Cavaliers improved to 17-0 at home this season.
Virginia is still at the top of the Coastal Division standings after its third ACC series win.
After getting swept by No. 5 Clemson last weekend, Virginia has now won six out of its last 10 games and is just outside the upper echelon of the ACC.
Elaine Chervinsky was a bright spot in both games, while the Cavaliers bounced back nicely against the Seminoles.
The Cavaliers never trailed after an explosive second period that led to an 11-4 halftime lead.
Although the team snapped their three-year streak of top-10 finishes at NCAA Championships, Virginia walked away with a school record and two honorable mention All-Americans.
The Cavaliers held the Fighting Irish to their lowest scoring output of the season, with Nunes and the defensive duo of Saustad and Kastner slowing down the electric Notre Dame attack.
After hanging with James Madison throughout the first three quarters of the game, the Dukes showcased their talent in the final quarter, out-scoring the Cavaliers 5-2.
After a strong start in a competitive tournament, the Cavaliers faded down the stretch.
After a tight game against Notre Dame, the Cavaliers did not have nearly as much trouble putting away the Cardinals to end Sunday on a high note.
The Cavaliers scored one total run across 21 innings over the weekend.
The No. 1 ranked Virginia women came into the meet as heavy favorites.
Though it can feel ghostly, the quiet atmosphere on Grounds last week provided a unique opportunity to spring athletes who stay behind to practice.
The Cavaliers bounced back nicely from a disappointing loss in double overtime against the Spiders by earning another conference win on the road.
Despite coming back from three goals down in the fourth quarter, the Cavaliers were unable to take the victory in overtime.
Although Virginia’s weekend ended on a sour note, it should not take away from their strong start to the season.
The Cavaliers were shocked by the Paladins on the penultimate play of the game
Next season’s team has the potential to be one of the best in recent memory with Harris ready to fight for key minutes.
Virginia's most experienced forward has found himself right at home this season after transferring from Ohio.