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Women's soccer brings in strong recruiting class

Virginia women's soccer coach Steve Swanson addressed needs across the field with his newest recruiting class, signing two defenders in Brett Burns and Nikki Giunta, midfielder Jen Redmond, forward Sarah Curtis and goalkeeper Laura Comeau. The five newcomers join 17 returners from a Virginia team that went 12-5-4 and reached the second round of the NCAA Tournament in 2003. Two of the players -- midfielder Redmond (Morristown, NJ) and goalkeeper Comeau (Lee, NH) -- have been teammates prior to their commitment to Virginia, logging time together on the U-19 National Team. Redmond, the 2003 New Jersey Player of the Year and NSCAA All-American, has promise to be the gem of the class.


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Groh adds three assistants

Head football coach Al Groh announced the addition of three members to his 2004 staff yesterday. John Garrett, a former NFL wide receiver, will become the Cavalier's new wide receiver coach.


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Young, old work to create dynasty

They are at it again. Whereas most Virginia students returned to their second semesters focused on classes and social life, the Virginia men's lacrosse team returned to Charlottesville with a loftier goal -- to win a second consecutive NCAA championship. Spring practice opened with the resumption of classes a little over a month ago, yet this year's lacrosse squad has been together since August preparing to defend their title.


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Littlepage says win total alone will not determine Gillen's coaching fate

Filling in for traveling head basketball coach Pete Gillen on the Cavalier Call-In radio show, Athletic Director Craig Littlepage fielded question after question regarding the coach's uncertain future. Adamantly denying that Gillen's job status will be determined solely by wins and losses, Littlepage stressed other factors in his decision such as recruiting effectiveness, retention of student-athletes and player graduation rates. Gillen has compiled a 99-74 record over the past six seasons at Virginia.

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As the fall semester is underway across Grounds, Special Olympics at the University is kicking off its new season. Beyond training for the upcoming Shenandoah Super Games, the student-led volunteer organization plays a vital role in connecting University students with local Charlottesville residents through sports. On this episode of On Record, Grant Supancich, Special Olympics president-in-training and third-year Commerce student, discusses team goals, community impact and how to build a lasting relationship with the organization.