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Harrison stands out as cross country runner

By Ernie Washington | October 24, 2006

When Emily Harrison first came to Virginia, she did not realize how successful she would be here. However, in her third year, Emily Harrison has proven that she could potentially be one of the best cross country runners in the history of the school. "She is one of the most rock-solid athletes I have ever worked with in terms of her approach and how consistent she is on a daily basis in terms of taking care of herself, putting in a lot of hard work and expecting a lot out of herself," coach Jason Dunn said.

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What's in a play clock?

By Kyle O'Connor | October 23, 2006

Warning: This entire column is about 25 seconds. Nine hundred words to describe what happens in the time it takes to make a bowl of cereal, read the morning headlines or send a text message.

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Virginia loses battle with No. 2 Wake Forest

By Ben Gibson | October 23, 2006

The No. 10 Virginia field hockey team celebrated senior day but little else yesterday afternoon, as the No.

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Terrapins knock off struggling Virginia

By Megan McDonald | October 23, 2006

COLLEGE PARK, MD. -- Last night, the Virginia women's soccer team fell 2-0 as Maryland pulled out its first ACC win of the season.

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Virginia slams ACC foes Georgia Tech, Clemson

By Bailey Stephens | October 23, 2006

The Cavaliers (15-6, 8-4 ACC) proved their place as an ACC contender this weekend with big wins at home over Clemson and Georgia Tech. Saturday night's victory over Georgia Tech marked the end of an 11-match losing streak to the Yellow Jackets.

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No. 2 Cavaliers down Virginia Tech

By Ben Gibson | October 23, 2006

After the No. 2 Virginia men's soccer team took down Maryland, Virginia coach George Gelnovatch was highly impressed with the turnaround of senior forward Adam Cristman. "I hope he scores his goals down the stretch," Gelnovatch said.

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Free burritos, a shutout win; a good day to live in C'ville

By Barney Breen-Portnoy | October 20, 2006

It was a monumental day yesterday in Charlottesville. Virginia's football team beat North Carolina and it was free burrito day at the new Chipotle on Barracks Road.

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Virginia's defense shines, offense rolls

By Matt Boucher | October 20, 2006

The last time the Virginia football team played on national television Sept. 21, their offense was dominated by Georgia Tech.

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Tigers, Jackets trek to U.Va. for crucial ACC matches

By Bailey Stephens | October 20, 2006

Once again this season, the Atlantic Coast Conference has proven to be one of the toughest conferences in the country for volleyball.

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Cavs set to take on feisty Cardinal

By Campbell Grant | October 20, 2006

After handily defeating Longwood Wednesday night, Virginia will battle Stanford tonight in a game that will serve as a tune-up before the two last critical ACC games.

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Virginia prepares for No. 23 Hokies

By Ben Gibson | October 20, 2006

The No. 2 Virginia men's soccer team kicks its season back into action against the No. 23 Virginia Tech Hokies tonight in Blacksburg at 7. Virginia should be well-rested for this contest.

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Cavaliers open fall season at Head of Charles

By Michaela Ottenberg | October 20, 2006

This weekend while most students are dragging their parents around Grounds, the University of Virginia women's rowing team will be competing in the world's largest two-day rowing event.

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Boston College looks to spoil senior night

By Megan McDonald | October 20, 2006

At tonight's match against the Boston College Eagles, the seniors of the Virginia women's soccer team will be honored as they say farewell to their second home, Klöckner Stadium. "It's going to be sad, and at this point, I can't even say it's going to be bittersweet," senior forward Kara Frederick said.

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Cavs ready for Tar Heels, national spotlight

By Aaron Perryman | October 19, 2006

The Virginia Cavaliers (2-5, 1-2 ACC) will attempt to rebound after a close 28-26 loss to Maryland last Saturday as they face the North Carolina Tar Heels (1-5, 0-3 ACC) tonight at 7:30 in Scott Stadium. Both teams are struggling mightily to find wins this season, as the Cavaliers come into the game having lost two straight and four of their last five, and the Tar Heels come into the game having lost three straight.

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Observations from the football game

By Kevin Zdancewicz | October 19, 2006

Disclaimer: If bad jokes, weak segues and trivial observations do not cheer you up or get you excited for another game from your lackluster football team (on national television, no less), you might want to stop reading now. As many of you know, there is a football game at Scott Stadium tonight which may go down as one of the worst Thursday night national broadcast matchups in ESPN history.

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Cavs set for first season in new arena

By Clayton O'Toole | October 19, 2006

Part two of this five-part series leading up to Virginia's first game Nov. 12 will offer a look at the Atlantic Coast Conference in 2006-07 and the stiff competition the Cavaliers will face. Without question, the cream of the ACC crop in 2006-7 should be North Carolina.

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Let the revolution begin: I bring you, The John

By Clayton O'Toole | October 19, 2006

It's revolution time Wahoo fans, you better take a seat and hold on. A few months ago, I sat around pondering the state of Virginia basketball.

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Ballroom dance club: dancing onto center stage

By Anders Sleight | October 19, 2006

Fasten your seatbelts, you're about to enter the competitive and fast-paced world of ballroom dancing.

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Cav midfield moving past suspension of key player

By Ben Gibson | October 19, 2006

While the Virginia men's soccer team pulled off a stunning 1-0 victory three weeks ago against the previously unbeaten Clemson Tigers, they also suffered a loss. That day, Virginia coach George Gelnovatch announced the Cavaliers would be without junior midfielder Jeremy Barlow indefinitely because of a suspension for violation of team policy. While Gelnovatch kept quiet about the cause of Barlow's suspension, one thing was clear: The Virginia midfielders would have to step up. Last season, Barlow led the team in assists and was third in points.

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Assistants, players succeed after U.Va.

By Ernie Washington | October 18, 2006

With Midnight Madness ceremonies taking place across the country last weekend, college basketball season is officially upon us.