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Crew finishes strong at Head of the Charles

Women's rowing pulled its way to a top five finish in the four events in which they competed at the Charles Regatta in Boston, a rowing competition that includes collegiate, national teams and others. Among collegiate teams, the Cavs finished second behind Southern Cal and fifth overall in the Championship Eight.

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Volleyball posts clean sweeps of FSU, Duke

The Virginia volleyball team disposed of the two worst teams in the ACC this weekend in workmanlike fashion to extend their games-won streak to nine, and take their third straight match. The Cavaliers (15-6, 8-3 ACC) first swept last-place Florida State 15-8, 15-13, 15-5 Friday.

Warrick resolution ruins fairy tale ending

When it comes to college football, I usually root for the fairy tale notion that the little guy should be able to defeat the big guy. So when Florida State faced Clemson Saturday, I was rooting for the Tigers. The way I saw it, Florida State had way too much riding on this game.

Men's swim squad scores upset over No. 7 Tennessee

The Virginia men's swimming and diving team began their competitive season on a high note, winning eight of 13 events to upset No.

Tar Heels, Wake shut out Cavaliers

Following a painful loss to No. 3 North Carolina Friday night, Virginia came out with something to prove Sunday afternoon against Wake Forest. But after a scoreless regulation in which the No.

Duke's 3-0 victory leaves Cavs blue

In a pivotal ACC matchup, the No. 20 Virginia men's soccer squad suffered a painful 3-0 defeat at No.

Stockton enters Trinity Hall of Fame

Virginia men's tennis coach Dick Stockton will be one of 10 people inducted into the Trinity University Athletic Hall of Fame today. Stockton capped a stellar career at Trinity by winning the NCAA Singles Championship and grabbing his fourth All-American selection as he led his team to an NCAA title in 1972.

Hamilton, Alexander, Brees and Jones? Virginia tailback deserves shot at Heisman

Tiki Barber broke Virginia rushing careers, signed on with the New York Giants and graduated with a degree from the Commerce School.

Elwell gives youthful Cavs needed leadership

It has been said that no team can be successful without seasoned players that can help shape and mold a team into a winner.

No. 3 Carolina comes next for confident Cavs

The Cavalier women's soccer team looks to extend its four-game winning streak against North Carolina tonight at Klöckner Stadium. The No.

Parsons stars despite hurt shoulder

It's not an overstatement to call Jessica Parsons the savior of Virginia volleyball. When the fourth-year middle blocker arrived on Grounds in 1996, the Cavaliers were hoping to rebound from a 9-22 record the year before.

Men soccer's midfield takes Totten's lead

When second-year midfielder Steve Totten entered the University and joined the men's soccer team last fall, everyone expected him to do well, but even the greatest of optimists could not have predicted the New Jersey native's spectacular play so early in his career. "I wasn't sure if I'd be ready right away," Totten said.

Warrick will skip Clemson after delayed plea date

The future of Florida State star wide receiver and Heisman hopeful Peter Warrick, who recently was charged with shoplifting, remains uncertain.

Virginia ends two-game losing skid

The Virginia field hockey tallied a much needed victory over Radford last night to halt a frustrating two-game losing streak.

Walk-on warms Devilish hearts

Everybody has their favorite feel-good story in the world of sports. Feel-Good Story of the Week: Start with two cups of some guy named Az-zahir Hakim, add a pinch of Arena Football lifer Kurt Warner, sprinkle in a teaspoon of Dick Vermeil (tears included), mix, then heat until warm ... or absolutely sizzling.

Men's soccer silences Thundering Herd, 3-0

In preparation for a number of upcoming tests, the Virginia men's soccer team blanked Marshall 3-0 last night at Klöckner Stadium. "It was a win," Virginia coach George Gelnovatch said.

St. John's gets Cuffe to commit

High school power forward Kyle Cuffe has chosen St. John's over Virginia and two other schools, several recruiting sources reported yesterday. The 6-foot-8, 225-pound senior from Rice High School in New York City was considering Florida State and Villanova in addition to the Red Storm and the Cavaliers. "Apparently it happened" yesterday, said Brick Oettinger of Prep Stars Recruiting Handbook. "He decided to commit to St.

Hungry Cavs aim to avenge recent losses

After a disappointing loss to Clemson this weekend, the Virginia men's soccer team is eager to tackle Marshall tonight at 7 p.m.

Volleyball sweeps Deacons

Last season the Virginia volleyball team went 7-1 in its second run through the ACC competition, helping the Cavaliers take second place in the Conference.