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The Cavaliers will need to put forth a strong effort to get on the board quickly and maintain momentum throughout Friday’s matchup

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No. 8 women’s lacrosse looks to continue dominant play against James Madison

By Kushal Patel | March 25, 2021

The number eight team in the country, the Cavaliers have displayed variety on both offense and defense, with emerging stars and veteran stalwarts.

The men's basketball team received news of a positive test in the midst of the ACC Tournament last week and subsequently quarantined until the day before their Saturday matchup — a game they would lose.

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Virginia Athletics reports two new cases of COVID-19 over the past week

By Jacob Tisdale | March 24, 2021

Cases within the University community continue to remain relatively dormant, with Virginia Athletics reporting only two new cases of COVID-19 in the latest report

Junior back Amber Ezechiels was a part of a strong Cavalier defensive line that held the Dukes to just one shot in the opening period.

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Field hockey downs James Madison 5-2

By Luke Stone | March 23, 2021

The Cavaliers (5-9, 0-2 ACC) set the tone early, as their offense took seven shots in the game's opening period, while their defense held the Dukes (1-1, 1-0 CAA) to just one.

Senior first-baseman Devin Ortiz sent in two home runs throughout the challenging series.

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Baseball drops home series 2-1 to No. 14 Pitt

By Caroline Lund | March 23, 2021

Virginia struggled in the first two games against No. 14 Pittsburgh, but turned out a dominant performance Monday to finish the series with a 10-4 win.

The Cavalier women swept the throws with victories by junior Thelma Kristjansdottir in the discus, senior Eva Mustafic in the hammer throw and freshman Maria Deaviz in the shot put.

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Virginia track and field opens the outdoor season in commanding fashion

By Will Krehmeyer | March 23, 2021

This weekend was full of dominant performances from the Cavalier men and women alike.

Graduate student defender Meredith Chapman forced three turnovers and scooped up four ground balls in Sunday's win.

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No. 9 women’s lacrosse splits weekend series with No. 10 Duke

By Connor Smith | March 22, 2021

The Blue Devils (6-3, 2-3 ACC) dominated the first meeting, but the Cavaliers (7-2, 3-2 ACC) bounced back with a close victory in the second game.

Friday's win over the Hokies was the Cavaliers' first home win against their in-state rivals since 2014.

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Men’s soccer shuts out Virginia Tech 2-0

By Kira Flores | March 22, 2021

Virginia secured a victory Virginia Tech for the first time this season, after the two teams tied in their first match and the Hokies won the second match in November.

Virginia freshmen Jeffrey von der Schulenburg and Iñaki Montes de la Torre earned the Cavaliers a doubles win against Georgia Tech.

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No. 4 Virginia wins pair of matches 5-2 against Georgia Tech and Clemson to remain undefeated in ACC

By Ethan Bacica | March 21, 2021

Although it was two different ACC opponents, it was the same story for the hot Cavaliers as they handled business over the weekend.

The Cavaliers were the first-ever ACC team to win the NCAA women's swimming and diving championship.

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National Champions: No. 1 women’s swimming and diving wins first ever NCAA Championship

By Joseph Ascoli | March 21, 2021

The Cavaliers led from start to finish in a stalwart showing, never looking back from the jump.

Virginia senior forward Jay Huff walks off the court following the season-ending loss to Ohio.

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No. 15 men’s basketball’s season ends as it falls to Ohio, 62-58

By Joe von Storch | March 21, 2021

The Bobcats used a 16-2 second half run to take control of the game and pull off the upset against the fourth-seeded Cavaliers.

Senior forwards Jay Huff and Sam Hauser will certainly play a key role in Virginia's pursuit of a second national title.

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March Madness Roundtable: Key questions as the tournament begins

By CD Sports Staff | March 20, 2021

With uncertainty brewing ahead of the NCAA Tournament, the CD Sports Staff shares its thoughts about what's to come for the men's basketball team.

After multiple missed opportunities during the Sampson era, Coach Tony Bennett led the Cavaliers to the promised land in 2019.

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Ranking Virginia men’s basketball’s top five tournament teams

By Akhil Rekulapelli | March 20, 2021

From the glory days highlighted by former center Ralph Sampson, a three-time College Player of the Year, to the recent successes under Coach Tony Bennett, Virginia men's basketball has had its fair share of impressive tournament teams.

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LOTHROP: The systems that make Virginia basketball so successful

By Connor Lothrop | March 19, 2021

Under Coach Tony Bennett, the Cavaliers have become infamous for the Pack Line defense and the Blocker-Mover offense — two deliberate and efficient approaches on both ends of the floor that has led Virginia to many wins.

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Meet Sam Hauser: The Wisconsin native who will lead the Cavaliers into the NCAA Tournament

By Vignesh Mulay | March 19, 2021

Hauser is playing the best basketball of his season right now, just in time for the NCAA Tournament.

Senior outfielder Brendan Rivoli led Virginia in its offensive efforts throughout the midweek tilt.

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Baseball sinks its teeth into Towson, winning 5-0

By Sarah Pettycord | March 18, 2021

Virginia continued its midweek winning streak with a win against Towson, extending the streak to 20 games dating back to 2019

The Cavaliers were previously set to play six more matches this spring — all of which are now canceled.

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Virginia volleyball staff relieved of their duties effective immediately

By Sarah Pettycord | March 18, 2021

The whole Cavalier coaching staff has been relieved of their coaching duties, effective immediately.

March Madness will be played for the first time since 2019 beginning March 18 after being canceled in 2020 due to COVID-19.

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March Madness, explained

By Sarah Pettycord | March 18, 2021

Here's everything you need to know about March Madness just in time for the 2021 tournament.

Junior guard Kihei Clark led Virginia with 19 points the last time they faced Gonzaga on Dec. 26. Both the Cavaliers and Bulldogs will be competing in the Western Region of the bracket.

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Men’s basketball preview: The NCAA Tournament

By Joe von Storch and Jude Nanaw | March 18, 2021

Following a disappointing exit due to COVID-19 in the ACC tournament, the Cavaliers will have the opportunity to retake the court against Ohio in the round of 64.

Senior Halle Hazzard set a U.Va. record in the 60-meter dash with a time of 7.23 seconds on the second day of the NCAA Indoor Championships.

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Virginia indoor track and field delivers strong individual performances at the NCAA Indoor Championships

By Will Krehmeyer | March 17, 2021

The four Cavaliers who competed in the NCAA Indoor Championships placed in the top 13 of their respective events.

Freshman midfielder Maggie Bostain was the first to etch a goal on the board for the Cavaliers.

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No. 8 women’s lacrosse suffers first loss of season against No. 10 Boston College

By Connor Smith | March 17, 2021

The Cavaliers were overwhelmed by the Eagles on the defensive side and lost 20-11 in the conference matchup.

No. 8 women’s lacrosse looks to continue dominant play against James Madison

Virginia Athletics reports two new cases of COVID-19 over the past week

Field hockey downs James Madison 5-2

Baseball drops home series 2-1 to No. 14 Pitt

Virginia track and field opens the outdoor season in commanding fashion

No. 9 women’s lacrosse splits weekend series with No. 10 Duke

Men’s soccer shuts out Virginia Tech 2-0

No. 4 Virginia wins pair of matches 5-2 against Georgia Tech and Clemson to remain undefeated in ACC

National Champions: No. 1 women’s swimming and diving wins first ever NCAA Championship

No. 15 men’s basketball’s season ends as it falls to Ohio, 62-58

March Madness Roundtable: Key questions as the tournament begins

Ranking Virginia men’s basketball’s top five tournament teams

LOTHROP: The systems that make Virginia basketball so successful

Meet Sam Hauser: The Wisconsin native who will lead the Cavaliers into the NCAA Tournament

Baseball sinks its teeth into Towson, winning 5-0

Virginia volleyball staff relieved of their duties effective immediately

March Madness, explained

Men’s basketball preview: The NCAA Tournament

Virginia indoor track and field delivers strong individual performances at the NCAA Indoor Championships

No. 8 women’s lacrosse suffers first loss of season against No. 10 Boston College

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