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Updating Virginia’s Scholarship Chart and Roster Projection After Transfer Haul
After a dry first six weeks of the offseason, the dam on the transfer portal burst and the outlook for the 2024-2025 Virginia men’s basketball season changed instantly and drastically as the Cavaliers landed four transfer commitments in a four-day span, the last of which was an extra treat as Vanderbilt forward Carter Lang committed to UVA on Tuesday, reportedly as a walk-on.
With the dust settling on a whirlwind recruiting spree for Tony Bennett and the Virginia coaching staff, let’s reset the deck and take a look at UVA’s scholarship chart and projected roster breakdown for next season.
First, let’s summarize Virginia’s various roster changes so far this offseason:
Departures:
1 Dante Harris (RS Jr.) – transfer portal
2 Reece Beekman (Sr.) – NBA Draft
22 Jordan Minor (Gr.) – exhausted eligibility
34 Jake Groves (Gr.) – exhausted eligibility
35 Leon Bond III (RS Fr.) – transfer portal
Expected returners:
0 Blake Buchanan (So.)
4 Andrew Rohde (Jr.)
10 Taine Murray (Sr.)
11 Isaac McKneely (Jr.)
12 Elijah Gertrude (So.)
21 Anthony Robinson (RS Fr.)
30 Christian Bliss (RS Fr.)
Current additions:
G Jalen Warley (Florida State transfer, one year remaining)
F TJ Power (Duke transfer, three years remaining)
F Elijah Saunders (San Diego State transfer, two years remaining)
F Carter Lang (Vanderbilt transfer, three years remaining) ** walk-on
G Ishan Sharma (incoming freshman)
F Jacob Cofie (incoming freshman)
Here’s Virginia’s current scholarship roster for the 2024-2025 season sorted by position and including details on each player’s eligibility remaining:
PG: Jalen Warley (1 year), Christian Bliss (4 years)
SG: Isaac McKneely (2 years), Elijah Gertrude (3 years), Ishan Sharma (4 years)
SF: Andrew Rohde (2 years), Taine Murray (1 year)
PF: TJ Power (3 years), Elijah Saunders (2 years), Jacob Cofie (4 years)
C: Blake Buchanan (3 years), Anthony Robinson (4 years)
Scholarship spots used: 12/13
Open scholarship spots: 1
The most important effect of the transfer additions is the status of UVA’s power forward position. With Ryan Dunn declaring for the NBA Draft and Jake Groves graduating, the Cavaliers were left with only incoming freshman Jacob Cofie at that spot. Now, Virginia should head into next season feeling quite confident at the 4 with the additions of TJ Power, a former five-star recruit with extremely high upside on the offensive end, and Elijah Saunders, who could also see time at center in a similar capacity as Jordan Minor due to his stature at 6’8″, 240 pounds.
Carter Lang could end up being an underrated pickup as well, as the 6’9″, 235-pound forward and Charlottesville native appeared in 24 games and made seven starts as a true freshman last season at Vanderbilt.
Jalen Warley provides experience (96 career games) and size (6’7″) to UVA’s group of guards and could spend time running point for the Cavaliers, as he had a 2.5 assist-to-turnover ratio last season for Florida State.
As for what will happen with Virginia’s final open scholarship spot, keep an eye on Kansas State transfer guard Dai Dai Ames, who took an official visit to UVA on Monday. The 6’1″ freshman started 16 of 31 games last season for the Wildcats, averaging 5.2 points and 2.0 assists per game and shot 32.9% from beyond the arc. Ames started the last 13 games of the season and scored in double figures in three of the last five, ending the year by scoring a season-high 16 points and hitting four threes against Iowa in the NIT.
If Virginia doesn’t get a commitment from Ames or another player for the 2024-2025 season, that final scholarship could end up going to Carter Lang.
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Report: Virginia Hosting Kansas State Guard Transfer Dai Dai Ames
Former Virginia Wing Leon Bond III Transfers to Northern Iowa
Virginia Basketball Lands First Transfer Commitment From FSU Guard Jalen Warley
NITRO, W.Va. –Employees at West Virginia American Water, both new and experienced, now have the opportunity to receive training in Nitro that includes classroom instruction and hands-on learning.
Company officials, local officials, and community members gathered Friday afternoon for a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the company’s new distribution training facility in Nitro.
The facility, located at 135 Main Avenue, features modern classrooms and hands-on training environments in Nitro.
Scott Wyman, president of West Virginia American Water, said the opening was a very proud moment for him.
“Great facility, great timing, great location for us, so very proud,” Wyman said.
The company purchased the building from its previous owners and worked with the city of Nitro to obtain permits and complete construction to refurbish the building.
Wyman said the facility will benefit both current employees and future workers at West Virginia American Water.
“Not only for our employees, but we have some interns coming through the company now, just to show them what happens in the water business, be a great opportunity bring them through here, see the kind of behind the scenes how it works, and see maybe water might be something they want to pursue,” he said.
Nitro city councilman Joe Murphy said he hopes the facility also reaches students at Nitro High School.
“Having companies like this offer training services right near our school is awesome,” Murphy said. “So, I’m hoping they develop a great relationship with the school and there going to go over there and help get the kids down here and get them interested into different trades, so yeah definitely excited about that.”
The safety of the company’s employees is the primary reason for establishing a training facility like this.
However, Scott Wyman said the facility is also intended to help ensure the company provides reliable water service to customers.
“In turn we also get the ability to be a little bit more efficient with our work, make sure it’s done properly, so it lasts longer, it cost a lot of money to invest in water infrastructure so we want to make sure it’s done right the first time, so that all plays into the big picture,” he said.
The company provides water to 14 million customers across 14 states and 18 military installations.
Murphy said it is great to have a facility like this, especially because of its focus on safety.
“Safety and training of any business or entity is vital, so having them invest in the training, and also having them do it here in the City of Nitro, is great for the city of Nitro,” he said.
Wyman said it was amazing to have the support of the city of Nitro because of the relationship they have built over the years.
“Mayor Casebolt, his staff, the city of Nitro in total, wonderful to work with, we not only appreciate for what they helped us get done here, but really more importantly for the partnership that we’ve had with them over the years, whether it was through the water stuff we worked on, whether it was for the water acquisition we just did, didn’t really matter, the city has always been a good partner,” he said.
Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots: What to know in case you win
Here’s what to know in case you win the Powerball or Mega Millions jackpot.
Just the FAQs, USA TODAY
The Virginia Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at May 15, 2026, results for each game:
Mega Millions
Mega Millions drawings take place every week on Tuesday and Friday at 11 p.m.
17-23-25-52-61, Mega Ball: 03
Check Mega Millions payouts and previous drawings here.
Pick 3
DAY drawing at 1:59 p.m. NIGHT drawing at 11 p.m. each day.
Night: 2-3-9, FB: 0
Day: 3-9-3, FB: 1
Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Pick 4
DAY drawing at 1:59 p.m. NIGHT drawing at 11 p.m. each day.
Night: 3-8-8-4, FB: 9
Day: 0-7-6-9, FB: 4
Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Pick 5
DAY drawing at 1:59 p.m. NIGHT drawing at 11 p.m. each day.
Night: 3-1-1-9-3, FB: 6
Day: 4-8-6-8-1, FB: 4
Check Pick 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Cash Pop
Drawing times: Coffee Break 9 a.m.; Lunch Break 12 p.m.; Rush Hour 5 p.m.; Prime Time 9 p.m.; After Hours 11:59 p.m.
Coffee Break: 13
After Hours: 04
Prime Time: 12
Rush Hour: 03
Lunch Break: 11
Check Cash Pop payouts and previous drawings here.
Cash 5
Drawing every day at 11 p.m.
09-15-20-34-42
Check Cash 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Millionaire for Life
Drawing everyday at 11:15 p.m.
07-08-27-29-30, Bonus: 02
Check Millionaire for Life payouts and previous drawings here.
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HALIFAX COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — Engines roared and tires smoked at Virginia International Raceway on Friday as Hyperfest returned to Halifax County for a three-day festival that draws thousands of automotive fans to Southside Virginia.
The event is known for putting spectators close to the action, from drift cars to racing on the Patriot Course and off-road ride-alongs. Attendee John Campbell described the up-close experience: “You’re going to get rubber all over your face,” he said.
For some, the appeal is the unpredictability. “Chaos, and that’s the most fun thing you’ll ever do,” said attendee Dkoven Hunter.
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Hyperfest also features novelty events, including Barbie car races scheduled for the evening. Festival founder and director Chris Cobetto said the hands-on nature is what sets it apart: “You can come, and you can do stuff, and you can see stuff, and that’s what the fun part is.”
Organizers expect the weekend to bring more than 24,000 people to Halifax County, including visitors traveling long distances to attend. Bryer Schiesser, attending for the first time, said he chose Hyperfest over a traditional graduation ceremony. “Instead of walking at graduation, I decided to come here,” he said. Schiesser and his friends drove from Pennsylvania for the festival.
Attendee Haley Brennan called the event a standout for car enthusiasts. “It’s awesome, it’s just a great place to come if you love the car community, it’s just the best thing you can do!” she said.
Tickets cost $100 per day or $155 for the whole weekend.
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