Virginia basketball starts season with 89-60 win against Drexel
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Last updated Nov 4, 2026
Virginia basketball opened its season with a dominant 89-60 victory over Drexel on November 3. The Cavaliers began the game explosively, jumping to a 14-2 lead within the first three minutes and holding a 51-27 advantage at halftime. Thijs De Ridder led Virginia with 24 points, including a strong early performance. Virginia's defense was notable, recording a John Paul Jones Arena record with 18 steals. The team returns to action against Arkansas on November 5.
- •Virginia led 51-27 at halftime against Drexel.
- •Thijs De Ridder scored 24 points and had nine rebounds.
- •Virginia recorded 18 steals, a new arena record.
- •Cavaliers forced Drexel into 21 turnovers.
- •Virginia faces Arkansas on November 5.
- 4:04 AMYahoo Sports — Six takeaways from UVA basketball’s 89-60 season-opening win over Drexel
"Analyzing Virginia's opening-night rout of the Dragons, fueled by 18 steals and a blistering start from Thijs De Ridder.
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