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Three home‑grown athletes have turned Virginia’s Cavaliers into a recruiting powerhouse, delivering historic tournament runs and record‑setting seasons that reshape the state’s talent pipeline.
The Wildcats will open against Morehead State and face a gauntlet of national powerhouses, as coach Kenny Brooks leans on a blend of returning stars, freshmen and transfers to build a résumé for the expanded NCAA Tournament.
The University of Virginia reveals its non‑conference schedule for the 2026‑27 women's basketball season, featuring early‑season tests, neutral‑site games and a mix of developmental challenges under new leadership.
Virginia women's basketball reveals its 2026‑27 non‑conference schedule, highlighting eight games at home and on the road, with new head coach Aaron Roussell facing early tests.
The Cavaliers announced their full non‑conference schedule, featuring home games against Maryland Eastern Shore, William & Mary and others, plus key road tests and tournament appearances.
James Madison University and the University of Virginia have agreed to revive their women’s basketball rivalry, scheduling three contests for the 2026‑27, 2027‑28 and 2028‑29 seasons. The series will unfold across three different venues, marking the first meeting of the programs since November 2021 and the first time the Cavaliers will host the Dukes at John Paul Jones Arena since December 2020.
The Cavaliers and the Dukes will meet in a three‑game annual series beginning this November, featuring games in Charlottesville and Harrisonburg and extending into 2028. The matchups aim to deepen regional ties and sharpen nonconference play.
The Cavaliers and the Dukes will resume their historic series beginning November 19, 2026, with a rotating schedule that highlights regional fan engagement and a tougher nonconference slate.
James Madison University's women's basketball team will open its season against Virginia on November 19, renewing a series that has seen the Cavaliers lead 16‑11 and setting the stage for a battle of first‑year coaches.
Virginia and Kentucky will meet in a historic doubleheader at the Sprouts Farmers Market espnW Invitational in Nashville, featuring expanded competition and ticket pre‑sale this fall.
The University of Virginia’s women’s basketball team will face Kentucky in the espnW Invitational on December 20, while the men’s team also prepares for a Kentucky matchup, marking a pivotal moment for both programs after recent Sweet 16 breakthroughs.
Virginia head coach Aaron Roussell announced the appointment of LaDerica “LD” Paul as the program’s new director of basketball operations, citing her organizational talent and magnetic personality.
Amaka Agugua-Hamilton reached a confidential settlement with the University of Virginia following her April dismissal, concluding a tenure marked by a Sweet 16 run and a $1.3 million buyout clause.
The Cavaliers' program announced a new commitment from Nevaeh Roberson, a top‑100 recruit, while announcing a renewed rivalry with Old Dominion University, setting up a November 2026 matchup.
The University of Virginia and Old Dominion University have announced a two-year slate of games that will see the Cavaliers travel to Norfolk in November 2026 and host the Monarchs at John Paul Jones Arena during the 2027-28 season, reviving a rivalry that last featured a overtime win for Virginia in 2019.
The long‑standing rivalry between the University of Virginia and Old Dominion women's basketball teams is being renewed with games scheduled for November 2023 in Norfolk and a return trip to Charlottesville in 2027, sparking nostalgia for a series that once defined early college basketball.
Nevaeh Roberson, a 6‑foot‑2 wing from Upper Marlboro, announced her commitment to the University of Virginia via Instagram, while the Cavaliers set to renew a home‑and‑home series with Old Dominion beginning in November 2026.
The long‑awaited resumption of the Old Dominion–Virginia women's basketball rivalry brings a blend of tradition, new coaching leadership and tournament aspirations.
The two state powerhouses will meet again after a seven‑year hiatus, a matchup that blends historic rivalry with new ambitions for alumni engagement and statewide exposure.
Recent moves see assistant coach Darren Guensch head to Virginia, Ke'Sha Blanton join the Hokies staff, and Division II star Natalee Goff commit, while the NCAA Tournament field swells to 76 teams, guaranteeing Virginia Tech a spot.
Louisville’s women’s basketball program is gearing up for a 2026‑27 season that could see the Cardinals break through to a deep NCAA tournament run, bolstered by a strong roster and a renewed rivalry with Duke.
Virginia announces the addition of Alabama transfer Eris Lester, praising her athleticism and two‑way versatility as she prepares for the 2026‑27 campaign.
Virginia head coach Aaron Roussell announced that Janaé Walker, a 6‑3 forward with a proven track record, will join the Cavaliers for the 2026‑27 season, adding depth and experience to the roster.