Despite a late scare from the Bulldogs, the Cavaliers live to see another day and extend their season at least one more game.
A North Dakota State two-run home run was the difference-maker.
The Cavaliers shot a 12-over 864 including a four-under 280 in the second round, to end 16 strokes behind Oregon, the only team to finish under par.
With Coach Todd DeSorbo at the helm, the sky is the limit for the Cavaliers, especially the women who are on the hunt to become back to back NCAA Champions after capturing their first national team title a year prior.
Now the all-time leader in face-off wins for the Cavaliers, senior Petey LaSalla has been a major contributor in all facets during his time at Virginia.
The regular season and ACC Tournament may not have ended how Virginia would have liked, but the Cavaliers have a chance to end on a high note in the NIT.
After a 4-0 start in Atlantic Coast Conference play, the Cavaliers appear to have found a strong sense of rhythm.
The No. 47 Cavaliers shot a four-under 860 with a strong six-under final round to finish the tournament.
After missing the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2013, the Cavaliers have accepted their bid to partake in the National Invitational Tournament.
The Cavaliers struggled to find consistency as they fell short against Syracuse following a victory against Richmond.
While not as strong in numbers as several other schools at the event, the Cavaliers returned to Charlottesville, Va. with a successful showing.
After being down 10-9 at the end of the first half, Virginia went on a 6-1 run in the second half to earn the victory.
Both were key players in the 2019 campaign that saw Virginia reach the NCAA Tournament Final.
With two straight NCAA championships under their belt, the men's lacrosse team is in search of capturing their third title.
The Cavaliers managed to get back on track against Richmond after falling short against Notre Dame.
The Cavaliers were never truly able to get anything going offensively, falling behind early and never catching up to the Tar Heels to seal their ACC Tournament demise.
The Cavaliers relied on a strong defensive performance to win a slugfest of a game against the Cardinals.
Although NC State picked up their fourth straight ACC title, the Cavaliers had eight wrestlers secure automatic berths in the NCAA championship.
The Cavaliers will head into conference play with momentum following the victory.
This was overall a good tournament showing for Virginia. Despite two losses, both at the hands of Tennessee, they competed well with the Volunteers and proved they can hang with top-25 teams.
