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Becker returning to UVA? Henry Ford to Tennessee
UVA shortstop Eric Becker has reportedly decided to return to Charlottesville and play for new Cavaliers coach Chris Pollard.
Virginia gets three pitchers to flip, plus All-American transfer infielder
Chris Pollard flipped the commitments of three outstanding pitchers previously headed to Duke, and landed the MAAC Player of the Year from the portal.
New Report: De Ridder on Virginia’s campus
Apparently, 6-foot-8 Belgian forward Thijs de Ridder was on Virginia’s campus on Wednesday, leading hopeful Cavalier fans that he commits to the program.
Two top-50 prospects set official visits to UVA
Two of the nation’s most sought after prospects have set their official visits to Virginia for this fall.
Pollard was born to be a Wahoo at some point
On Wednesday afternoon, Chris Pollard was introduced as Virginia’s head coach. Dream job accomplished.
UVA beats out football powers for Charlotte LB Brannon
Virginia has gained a huge commitment from a national top-100 athlete in linebacker Dallas Brannon of Independence High School in Charlotte.
UVA gains Duke LHP; loses two commits to O’Connor
The merry-go-round between Duke, Virginia and Mississippi State continued on Tuesday when another Blue Devil announced that he would follow former coach Chris Pollard to Virginia.
Wahoos get commitment from Springfield receiver Teasley
Josiah Teasley, a 6-foot-4, 190-pound wideout from The Saint James school in Springfield, announced his commitment to UVA on Monday.
Report: de Ridder withdraws from NBA Draft
Could there still be hope for Ryan Odom’s Virginia program to sign Belgium forward Thijs de Ridder?
Track & Field: Appleton’s runner-up finish highlights final day in Eugene
Margot Appleton finished runner-up in the women’s 1500-meters while Celia Rifaterra and Estel Valeanu notched All-America honors in the high jump and discus throw.
3 more Blue Devils transfer to UVA, plus 2 flips
Three more former Duke players and a Blue Devils commitment have announced they will follow Chris Pollard to Virginia.
Pollard announces Virginia coaching staff for upcoming season
The quintet led Duke to a 41-21 record in 2025 and propelled the Blue Devils to their first home Super Regional in program history.
McCarthy only Cavalier to survive Open cut
PGA Tour player Denny McCarthy is likely the only Virginia Cavalier to survive the opening two days of the U.S. Open at Oakmont.
Track & Field: Martin posts top-five finish on Day Three in Eugene
Gary Martin earned first team All-America honors with a top-five finish in the men’s 1500-meters while Will Daley notched second team All-America honors in the men’s 5000-meters.
Virginia gets 7th commitment to ’26 Class
Virginia’s 2026 recruiting class gained another commitment on Friday with the addition of Jae’Oyn Williams of Baltimore.
Two more Blue Devils transfer to Virginia
The influx of standout Duke players to Virginia’s program via the transfer portal, following Chris Pollard to Charlottesville, continued Thursday with two more Blue Devils joining the Cavaliers.
Track & Field: Appleton secures spot in Saturday’s 1500m final in Eugene
Annika Kelly earned second team All-America honors in the women’s hammer throw and Margot Appleton advanced to the final in the women’s 1500-meters.
City Golf Championship scheduled at Meadowcreek
The Charlottesville City Amateur Golf Championship is set for Saturday, June 28 and Sunday, June 29 at Meadowcreek Golf Course. Registration is now open.
Cincy LB flips his commitment to Cavaliers
Virginia football has flipped the commitment from a home-grown Cincinnati linebacker to the Cavaliers for the recruiting class of 2026.
MBB: Hoos to face Longhorns in Austin as part of ACC/SEC Challenge
The Cavaliers are 1-1 all-time in the Challenge, posting a 59-47 win over Texas A&M in 2023 and 87-69 loss at eventual national champion Florida in 2024.
