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Missed opportunity means making fun of mascots

By Sean McLernon | March 11, 2003

Any true reporter yearns for the chance to cover an important issue or an emerging controversy. I missed my chance last week because of unfortunate timing. Virginia freshman center Deidra Chatman received national attention last week when she turned away from the flag during the national anthem before the Cavaliers' March 2 game against North Carolina in protest of U.S.

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Virginia men follow women's lead, win fifth straight ACC title

By Melissa Silverman | March 11, 2003

The Virginia men's swimming and diving team captured their fifth consecutive conference championship last weekend, honoring their storied tradition and setting the stage for the future of the program.

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Nice guy Rogers shines as senior night starter

By Jeremy Williams | March 11, 2003

You couldn't have asked for a better ending. After seven straight losses leading up to last night's thriller, the situation was grim.

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No. 1 Virginia poised to face Fighting Irish

By Sean McLernon | March 11, 2003

The Virginia men's lacrosse team climbed to No. 1 in the nation with a 16-15 defeat of then top-ranked Syracuse on March 1, going on to solidify their position with a 10-7 triumph at Princeton on Saturday.

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Women's lacrosse game against Tribe postponed

By Matt Trogdon | February 27, 2003

The snow of 2003 claimed another victim Wednesday as the Virginia women's lacrosse game at William & Mary was postponed due to inclement weather.

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Former NFL rushing leader Terrell Davis may return to Broncos

By Matt Trogdon | February 27, 2003

According to ESPN's John Clayton, former Denver Broncos running back Terrell Davis may return to the team less than one year after his retirement.

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Cavaliers to compete against typical NCAA powerhouses

By Sean McLernon | February 27, 2003

With spring break just around the corner, most Virginia students are preoccupied with thoughts of rest and relaxation.

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Virginia ready to recapture ACC title

By Bayless Parsley | February 27, 2003

The Virginia men's swimming and diving team will attempt to win their fifth consecutive conference title beginning today in Chapel Hill. North Carolina's Koury Natatorium will host the 42nd annual ACC Men's Swimming and Diving Championships, a three-day meet ending on Saturday. Virginia enters the competition regarded as the favorite in the eight-team field.

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Ralph Sampson to be among guests at ACC gala

By Matt Trogdon | February 27, 2003

Prior to the ACC Men's basketball tournament in Greensboro, the conference will hold a celebratory bash on Wednesday, March 12 to commemorate its 50th anniversary.

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Virginia to take on No. 2 Tar Heels in ACC's final tilt

By Jason Wise | February 27, 2003

As the student body files away for spring break, the women Cavaliers will take the court one last time this regular season at U-Hall to host the No.

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Senior Cavaliers capture elusive ACC title

By Andrew Dressel | February 26, 2003

Finishing second can be frustrating for athletes, leading to endless what-ifs. Failing to achieve the gold on a repeated basis can either cause a frustrated team to point fingers or motivate a team to push harder. The University of Virginia women's swimming and diving team chose the latter path.

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Crosswhite steps up, takes charge on court and off

By Sean McLernon | February 26, 2003

Florida State guard Angela Sutton cut hard across the top of the key off a screen in the first half of Sunday's matchup at University Hall.

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No. 3 Virginia battles Tribe in season opener

By Chris Kelly | February 26, 2003

Ranked third in the Intercollegiate Women's Lacrosse Coaches' Association preseason poll, the Virginia women's lacrosse team takes to the turf today, opening their season this afternoon at the Tribe of William & Mary. The Cavaliers will look to start the season with a win after defeating William & Mary last year in the season opener in Charlottesville.

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Struggling Cavs travel to MAC weakling Ohio

By Greg Stern | February 26, 2003

The Virginia men's basketball team will get a break from their rough stretch in ACC play when they face the University of Ohio Bobcats of the Mid-American Conference today at 7 p.m.

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Envelope please: and the Chipper goes to...

By Chip Knighton | February 26, 2003

It's getting to be that time of year -- the February dead zone. It's the least favorite month of the year for most sports fans.

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Sports In Brief

By Melissa Silverman | February 25, 2003

Groh rounds out Virginia coaching lineup Virginia football coach Al Groh completed his coaching staff for the 2003 season, naming several appointments yesterday.

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The circus of Mike Tyson

By Paul Crane | February 25, 2003

Do you know who is the greatest self-promoter in sports these days? If you questioned Rickey Henderson, he'd be sure to respond in the third person, "Rickey Henderson is the greatest." But that would be, sorry Rickey, incorrect.

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Brown among few bright spots in Cav slide

By J.D. Moss | February 25, 2003

It's tough to find positives in any losing streak, especially the current four-game Virginia skid. But one could point to the emergence of sophomore forward Elton Brown on the glass and defensive end as an encouraging sign for both the remainder of this season and the future of Virginia basketball. The 6-foot-10, 270-pounder has been an offensive force throughout the season, averaging 10.3 points this season and 11.8 in ACC play.

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Virginia dominates weekend on court

By Jordan Levy | February 25, 2003

The Virginia men's tennis team rebounded from its Feb. 14 loss to University of Minnesota (7-1) to defeat Georgetown University (5-8) and Liberty University (0-4) in the team's dual meet this past Saturday, increasing Virginia's overall record to 8-1. Virginia swept both Georgetown and Liberty with overall team scores of 7-0 in both matches.

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Virginia finishes season in style, crushes Eagles 34-7

By Matt Trogdon | February 24, 2003

Virginia Senior Brian Muir predicted this one wouldn't be close -- his teammates didn't let him down.