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UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA

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The University of Virginia (UVA) competes in NCAA Division I as part of the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC), with the Cavaliers excelling in sports like basketball, where they won the NCAA championship in 2019. Notable facilities include the John Paul Jones Arena and Klöckner Stadium. UVA emphasizes a balance between academics and athletics, promoting student-athlete development and sportsmanship.

The University of Virginia has notable athletic achievements, including the NCAA Men's Basketball Championship in 2019 and multiple men’s lacrosse titles from 1972 to 2011. The women’s soccer team won NCAA Championships in 1989, 1991, and 1992, while the men’s soccer team claimed the title in 1976. UVA's swimming and diving program has also produced many NCAA champions and Olympians.