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Herman Moore on 2024 CFB Hall of Fame ballot for second-straight year
The National Football Foundation & College Hall of Fame announced the names on the 2024 ballot for induction into the Hall of Fame. For the second consecutive year, former Virginia standout wide receiver Herman Moore is on the ballot.
Kickoff times, broadcast details set for five Virginia games
The Atlantic Coast Conference and Big Ten Conference announced Wednesday the kickoff times and broadcast originations for Virginia’s first two games of the 2023 season plus three non-Saturday games.
Virginia picks up another experienced DB in SMU’s Westfall
Virginia continued to help bolster its secondary on Sunday when former SMU starting cornerback Sam Westfall announced he has committed to the Cavaliers.
Bennett named candidate for Lott IMPACT Trophy
The Pacific Club IMPACT® Foundation announced Virginia defensive end Chico Bennett Jr., has been announced as a candidate for the 2023 Lott IMPACT® Trophy at a luncheon Tuesday.
Virginia football lands Clemson DB Malcolm Greene through transfer portal
Malcolm Greene, a Richmond native, announced on his Twitter account Monday that he is transferring to UVA, where he will be united with his younger brother, defensive lineman Miles Greene.
Virginia’s Wicks taken in 5th round by Green Bay
After having solid conversations with Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur and wide receivers coach Jason Vrable, former Virginia receiver Dontayvion Wicks felt pretty sure he was going to be drafted by the storied franchise.
Perry, Davis, Chandler recognized with honorary ‘first picks’ of NFL Draft
D’Sean Perry, Lavel Davis Jr. and Devin Chandler, who were victims of a shooting on UVA grounds in November, were recognized posthumously on Thursday night in Kansas City.
Jerry Ratcliffe inducted into Virginia Sports Hall of Fame
Jerry Ratcliffe was inducted into the Virginia Sports Hall of Fame on Saturday night, joining two UVA Athletics alums that he covered in his nearly 50-year career, Shawn Moore and Ryan Zimmerman, in the eight-person class, the 50th class of inductees.
Virginia-Maryland kickoff moved up a day to Friday, Sept. 15
Virginia and Maryland announced Tuesday that the 2023 football game between the two schools in College Park, Md., will be moved to Friday, Sept. 15.
Hollins’ TD run highlights Virginia’s emotional return to football in spring game
Virginia returned to football on Saturday for its Blue-White spring game, but it was much more than just football.
UVA to host Blue-White Game on April 15
The contest is free to the public as is parking at Scott Stadium and normal football game day lots. Gates will open for admission at 1 p.m.
UVA gets commit from Lake Braddock offensive tackle York
Benjamin York is a 6-foot-5, 286-pound offensive tackle prospect from Burke, a 3-star, rated the No. 29 overall recruit in the state by 247Sports.
Wahoos pick up first commitment of 2024 in 3-star athlete Minter
Virginia football has gained its first high school commitment for the recruiting class of 2024 in Ethan Minter, a three-star athlete from Thomas Dale in Chester.
Virginia lands top-ranked offensive lineman in FCS, Dayton’s Stevens, through portal
Dayton guard Brian Stevens is a 6-foot-2, 290-pound lineman with two years of eligibility remaining, and could be a valuable addition to Virginia’s offensive line, which is going through a second transformation in two years.
UVA’s Hollins talks about miracle recovery from shooting tragedy, how he’s inspiring teammates
Only God and Mike Hollins know what made him turn around and run back onto the killing bus that chilly night last November, when he stared down alleged murderer Christopher Darnell Jones.
Everything Tony Elliott had to say on first day of Spring practice
Virginia football coach Tony Elliott’s thoughts on the first day of Spring practice.
Virginia’s Ronde Barber elected to Pro Football Hall of Fame
Ronde Barber’s time has come. The former Virginia star, who went on to revolutionize how the way slot cornerback position was played in the NFL, has been elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Video: Our guy Hootie is interviewed by the Virginia State Sports Hall of Fame
Virginia Sports Hall of Fame executive director Will Driscoll interviews newly elected member Jerry “Hootie” Ratcliffe about his lengthy career, more than four decades in the Commonwealth.
Ex-Virginia LB Jackson commits to Iowa over Oklahoma
Former Virginia linebacker Nick Jackson made his transfer decision official on Thursday when he announced a commitment to Iowa’s football program, choosing the Hawkeyes over Oklahoma.
LB Jackson officially announces exit from UVA, doesn’t give destination
It’s still not clear where Nick Jackson is going to finish his football career, but we are now sure that it won’t be Virginia.
