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Christmas in September

Every September the holidays come a little bit early for college football fans. The first games of the year began last Thursday, and Saturday marked the full-scale immersion into arguably the most exciting sport in the country. Since the start of the season is like a holiday in itself, I am going to play Christmas in September and give you my wish list for college football. The regular season in college football is a thing of beauty, so most of my gripes are directed toward the postseason.

Virginia travels to N.C. State for ACC opener

The Virginia men's soccer team (4-0-0) has taken care of business at home so far this season, but if they wish to get off to their best start in five years, they will have to do more than that.

Virginia easily conquers Highlanders

Facing off against Radford junior Inge Sijpesteijn scored three goals, leading the Cavaliers to a 5-0 victory over Radford (2-2). Virginia (4-1) entered the game ranked No.

Men's Rugby eager to start season

Football is certainly one of the most physical and toughest sports around. Rugby is very similar to football in that they are both physical and hard hitting sports.

Handicapping the best college football matchups in week two

So Facebook finally caught up to the rest of the internet and installed a live feed for all activities.

Offensive line slowly finding its rhythm

Heading into this weekend's contest against Wyoming, one of Virginia's primary concerns is the play of its offensive line.

In-game texts tell an interesting tale

I often check my text messages in the morning to see how much of an idiot I was the night before.

Cavaliers prepare for Radford

Virginia's field hockey team will look to build on their strong game against Old Dominion last weekend when they face off against Radford tonight.

Questions still persist for beleaguered Cavs

Cornerback Marcus Hamilton summed up the bleak situation best following Virginia's 38-13 loss at Pittsburgh Saturday night. "If what we showed tonight is how Virginia is going to play, then we're in for trouble and a long season," the veteran senior said. For many teams, the season opener is when questions raised during the off-season begin to get answered.

Fifth year brings new confidence, same goals

As a fifth-year senior, Kara Frederick's five years in Charlottesville -- as both a Virginia student and a member of the women's soccer team -- marks the longest she has ever remained in one place.

The House that Jones Built

I had been there before, so I didn't think much of my second visit to John Paul Jones (JPJ) arena to watch the Virginia-Pitt football game.

Men, women's teams seek conference title

During the fall of last year, many believed the football and men's and women's soccer teams had realistic chances of winning ACC titles.

Cavs defeat UCLA with 88th minute goal

It took over 88 minutes and five attempts, but sophomore forward Yannick Reyering finally helped the Cavaliers do what no Virginia men's soccer team had done since 1988: defeat the UCLA Bruins.

Junior transfer Aisha Mohammed has beenselected to play for the Nigerian women's basketball team in the FIBA World Championships this September.Kevin Cook, an assistant coach for the WNBA Houstan comets will be coaching the national team. "We are very proud that [Mohammed] has an opportunity to represent her country," Virginia coach Debbie Ryan said.

Virginia loses Team USA connection

George Gelnovatch doesn't like to waste time. It's 8:30 on a Friday morning, and already the constant chirping of phones can be heard in the background of his McCue Center office.

Too early for the doomsayers

PITTSBURGH -- So maybe all the off-season pessimism was warranted after all. Presented with their first opportunity to prove all the doubters wrong, Virginia failed miserably Saturday night at Heinz Field, as it indeed looked and played like a mediocre squad in the midst of a rebuilding process. Despite the ugliness of the loss, however, I want to stay optimistic.

Panthers Devour Cavaliers

PITTSBURGH -- It seemed like the more Virginia tried to do something right on either side of the ball Saturday, the more things just kept getting worse in the Cavaliers' 38-13 loss to the Pittsburgh Panthers. Virginia missed its former stars on the defensive end, giving up four one-play touchdowns, as well as on offense, only scoring two field goals and a touchdown set up by an interception return. On Pittsburgh's opening drive, senior quarterback Tyler Palko picked apart the defense with ease in a 65-yard drive, as he completed all seven of his attempts.

Cavs bring home Jefferson Cup

The Virginia volleyball team dominated all three matches this weekend to win their first Jefferson Cup title since 2004.

Virginia falls to No. 4 ODU

After beating Ohio 3-1 on Friday night, Virginia suffered its first loss of the season yesterday at the hands of No.

No. 3 Virginia downs Patriots, remains unbeaten

The No. 3 Virginia men's soccer team (3-0-0) has done an excellent job stacking the roster with talented players.