
Virginia Cavaliers Unveil 2026‑27 Roster and Jersey Numbers
The University of Virginia announced its upcoming roster, highlighting key returning players and new additions, with a focus on depth and shooting efficiency.
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The University of Virginia announced its upcoming roster, highlighting key returning players and new additions, with a focus on depth and shooting efficiency.

The University of Virginia announced an eight‑player signing class on Tuesday, headlined by German guard Nolan Adekunle, as the program prepares for a versatile season.

Coach Ryan Odom reveals eight new additions, blending transfers and walk‑ons, as the Cavaliers look to strengthen their roster for the upcoming season.

After a disappointing NCAA Tournament exit, the Virginia Cavaliers are banking on new arrivals and internal growth to fuel a scoring surge and a deeper ACC run.

Adrian Autry, a seasoned coach with a deep ACC background, is set to mentor players and bolster recruiting for Virginia's upcoming season.

Under new head coach Ryan Odom, the University of Virginia is pivoting from Tony Bennett’s deliberate system to a faster, more versatile style, bolstered by a roster that mixes proven returnees, impactful transfers and promising freshmen.

From returning starters to promising newcomers, the Cavaliers' depth chart offers a blend of experience and fresh legs.

The program is reshaping its roster after losing key big men, with a blend of returning veterans and fresh talent vying for minutes.

The Cavaliers and Commodores meet in a non‑conference exhibition on September 27 at Credit One Stadium in Charleston, SC, offering a preview of new schemes and emerging talent.

Coach Ryan Odom discusses summer workouts, a strong returning core and new additions as the Cavaliers aim for an ACC championship.

The Cavaliers added several players in the offseason but left the point guard position under‑staffed, raising concerns about their competitiveness next year.

A week‑long series launching July 1 will showcase daily stories on Coach Ryan Odom’s program, six new players, surprise narratives, and award‑winning photography by Jon Golden, offering fans unprecedented access and analysis.

The Cavaliers bolstered their roster with several newcomers, yet the point guard position stays thin, leaving the team vulnerable if Mallory misses time.

After a season with Gladiators Trier, 24‑year‑old forward Nolan Adekunle has pledged to the University of Virginia Cavaliers, adding a proven three‑point threat to a roster that reached 30 wins last year.

Nolan Adekunle, a German wing with a strong three‑point record, has joined the University of Virginia Cavaliers, promising a blend of professional experience and shooting versatility.

Nolan Adekunle, a German wing who averaged 8.4 points and 3.5 rebounds for Gladiators Trier, has committed to the Virginia Cavaliers for the 2026‑27 season, adding depth and versatility to the roster.

The Cavaliers’ latest signing brings a blend of European shooting prowess and one‑and‑done eligibility, while a host of returning and incoming players aim to bolster a competitive frontcourt.

The University of Virginia’s basketball program is navigating a major roster shift, with new faces stepping into prominent roles and former stars exiting the lineup.

Virginia is courting 4‑star/5‑star power forward Dawson Battie, whose scoring and rebounding could anchor a new-look frontcourt alongside Johann Grnloh.

The latest roster reveals striking number changes, including Owen Odom's move to No. 00 and Chance Mallory's return to No. 1, while freshman Favour Ibe dons a never‑worn No. 34.

The Cavaliers return every key player from last season, bolstered by frontcourt talent and a data‑driven coach, but face a demanding slate that tests their backcourt inexperience.

Virginia’s men’s basketball team is bolstered by the arrival of Jan Vide, a 6‑foot‑6 guard expected to complement point guard Chance Mallory and strengthen the roster for a championship push.

Virginia adds 6‑foot‑6 Slovenian guard Jan Vide, a recent Loyola Marymount standout, to a roster that returns key players and welcomes several transfers, all under coach Ryan Odom's plan to turn last season's near‑miss into a championship push.

Coach Ryan Odom adds Jan Vide, a 6‑foot‑6 point guard with strong paint production, to a UVA roster projected to contend for a Top 10 finish.