Sofie Keppler is a senior writer on the sports desk. She is a second-year Commerce student. Originally from Evansville, Ind., Sofie enjoys covering women’s basketball, soccer and golf.
That single goal in the 37th minute from sophomore forward Kylie Maxwell off of a beautiful feed from graduate forward Henley Tippins, who drew multiple Virginia defenders, was enough to give No. 10 Virginia (4-1-2, 0-1-0 ACC) its first loss of 2026, 1-0.
The ACC slate opens against a defense that has hardly blinked all season, in a conference where dominant wins come at a premium.
As a team, the Cavaliers tied for sixth place at Lake Elmo, shooting a seven over par Wednesday to finish with a three-over 867 overall.
In a back-and-forth battle defined by defensive physicality and backline saves, the Hoyas and the Cavaliers were both held scoreless after 90 minutes of action.
Ahead of the new season, three Cavalier Daily writers mull over Virginia’s chances to meet that high bar once again.
Former Virginia women’s basketball head coach Amaka Agugua-Hamilton has officially reached a settlement with the University following her departure April 4 after four years with the Cavaliers.
With the Cavaliers’ first contest scheduled for Wednesday, three Cavalier Daily beat writers tackle questions about this year’s squad, anticipated matchups and how the team may perform during the 2026-27 campaign.
The 2026 exit hardly captures how the Cavaliers’ leading pack — Ben James, Bryan Lee and Paul Chang — spearheaded some of Virginia’s most celebrated golf in years.
Virginia’s dominant regional performance dictates a team ready for any moment thrown at them. Having captured five of their spring tournaments, this Cavalier team possesses the rare combination of experience, talent and momentum required to peak at exactly the right time.
In the program’s fifth straight season, Virginia women’s golf has forged past the regionals to the NCAA Championships. This season marks the program’s 16th championship berth in 23 years.
