On Friday morning, we learned that Virginia football icon George Welsh passed away at the age of 85. Welsh, who served as the team’s head coach from 1982-2000, compiled a record of 134-86-3 during his time on the Charlottesville sidelines. On Saturday, men’s basketball started ACC play on a high note, beating No. 9 Florida State 65-52.
The Associated Press named senior safety Juan Thornhill to their All-Bowl team on Friday. Thornhill, who led the team in interceptions this season, recorded six tackles and a pick in UVa’s Belk Bowl victory.
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