Reece Beekman, new-look Virginia take aim at Tarleton State
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The last time Virginia was unranked to begin a campaign, the Cavaliers finished the regular season at No. 1.
That was 2017-18, which ended with a 31-3 record as well as a historic first-round exit in the NCAA Tournament.
Coach Tony Bennett begins his 15th season in Charlottesville -- his squad tied for sixth among "others receiving votes" in the Associated Press preseason poll