The Virginia Cavaliers men's basketball team, representing the University of Virginia, stands as a powerhouse in college basketball. Competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) within Division I of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), the team boasts an impressive record, securing the NCAA Championship, two National Invitation Tournaments, and three ACC tournament titles.
The team calls the on-campus John Paul Jones Arena, with a seating capacity of 14,623, its home since its inauguration in 2006. The Cavaliers, a moniker adopted in 1923, hold a rich tradition that significantly predates the NBA's Cleveland Cavaliers by fifty years. Under Coach Sanchez's leadership, the Virginia Cavaliers continue to leave an indelible mark on the college basketball landscape, embodying excellence and a commitment to success.
Virginia Basketball Head Coach 2024
Ron Sanchez has been the interim head coach of the Virginia Cavaliers following Tony Bennett's shock retirement. He spent 12 seasons on Tony Bennett's coaching staff, including three years at Washington State and the first nine years at UVA from 2009 to 2018.
As the head coach of the Virginia basketball team, Sanchez's accolades speak volumes about his coaching prowess. He took the head coaching role at Charlotte in 2018 and posted a 72-78 overall record with the 49ers.
Ron Sanchez Physical Attributes
| Attribute | Description |
| Age | 51 years old, as of November 2024 |
| Height | N/A |
| Weight | N/A |
Ron Sanchez Age
Ron Sanchez is 51 years old, as of November 2024. He was born on April 22, 1973.
Virginia Basketball Head Coach Year by Year
Over the years, the Virginia basketball team has been shaped by 12 head coaches. Among them, Pop Lannigan holds the record for the longest tenure, leading the team for an impressive 24 years starting in 1905. The legacy of these coaches has left an indelible mark on Virginia basketball, contributing to its rich history and evolution.
Here is the full list of the head coaches of the Virginia Basketball team, as of November 2024:
| Head Coach | Years | Win–Loss | Pct. |
| Henry Lannigan | 1905–1929 | 254–95–1 | .727 |
| Roy Randall | 1929–1930 | 3–12 | .200 |
| Gus Tebell | 1930–1951 | 241–190 | .559 |
| Evan "Bus" Male | 1951–1957 | 67–88 | .432 |
| Billy McCann | 1957–1963 | 40–106 | .274 |
| Bill Gibson | 1963–1974 | 120–158 | .432 |
| Terry Holland | 1974–1990 | 326–173 | .653 |
| Jeff Jones | 1990–1998 | 146–104 | .584 |
| Pete Gillen | 1998–2005 | 118–93 | .559 |
| Dave Leitao | 2005–2009 | 63–60 | .512 |
| Tony Bennett | 2009–2024 | 364–136 | .728 |
| Ron Sanchez | 2024–present | - | - |
Virginia Basketball Coaching Staff 2024
Here is the list of all the coaching staff of the Virginia basketball team, as of November 2024:
| Name | Position |
| Ron Sanchez | Dean and Markel Families Men's Head Basketball Coach |
| Jason Williford | Associate Head Coach |
| Orlando Vandross | Assistant Coach |
| Brad Soderberg | Assistant Coach |
| Isaiah Wilkins | Assistant Coach |
Associate Head Coach
The 2024 offseason stirred significant changes in the Virginia men's basketball coaching lineup. Tony Bennett's surprising departure as a head coach created a void, with Ron Sanchez taking up the interim head coaching role for the 2024/25 season. Jason Williford is now the only associate head coach in the Virginia men's basketball program. Williford is in his 16th year with the program and was promoted to associate head coaching role following the 2017-18 season.
Assistant Coach
In 2024, Virginia Basketball welcomes seasoned talents to its coaching staff. With seven seasons under his belt with UVA, Orlando Vandross will serve as an assistant coach with the program. Brad Soderberg, spent the last three seasons as the director of scouting and has entered his 10th season with the Virginia men's basketball program. Similarly, a former standout player, Isaiah Wilkins, transitions from graduate assistant to assistant coach, poised to elevate Virginia's basketball program further.
Virginia Basketball Support Staff 2024
Here is the list of all the support staff of the Virginia men’s basketball team, as of November 2024:
| Name | Position |
| Kyle Guy | Athlete Development Mentor/Special Assistant |
| Chase Coleman | Graduate Assistant |
| Mike Curtis | Men's Basketball Head Strength and Conditioning Coach |
| Ethan Saliba | Associate Athletic Director for Sports Medicine / Head Athletic Trainer for Men's Basketball |
| Ronnie Wideman | Associate AD for Basketball Administration/Operations |
| Stelios Tzoutzis | Program and Operations Assistant |
FAQ's On Virginia Basketball Coach
A. Ron Sanchez leads the Virginia Cavaliers men's basketball team.
A. The team competes in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC).
A. 12 head coaches have contributed to the team's evolution.
A. Jason Williford is the associate head coach in 2024.
A. Isaiah Wilkins transitioned from player to assistant coach in 2024.
