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Robert Barnes
18 Jan, 2023
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Anthony Robinson's Emergence Provides UVA a Lift
By Josh BurtonÂ
Redshirt-freshman Anthony Robinson has been one of the most intriguing players to watch this season. His unique blend of size and athleticism make him a force on the court. But as is typical with most players in their first season of college action, there is a learning curve.Â
I need someone to explain the physics here.
— Preston Willett (@PrestonWillett) February 8, 2025
Incredible play by Anthony Robinson.
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The packline defense is notoriously difficult for young big men, and Robinson has had his struggles within the system not unlike most. But the good news is he seems to be settling in, logging double digit minutes in 6 of the last 7 contests. Including a season-best performance in the win over Pitt, going for 9 points and 6 rebounds. It appears Robinson has established himself in the rotation for the remainder of the season. He's also leading the team in field goal percentage, converting over 70% of his attempts. Â
Anthony has been a pleasure to watch, providing a change of pace and always bringing good energy. He physically matches up with stronger opposing big men and he attacks the rim aggressively. With three seasons of remaining eligibility, Anthony hasn’t even scratched the surface of his potential. He has a chance to develop into a pro prospect. But for now, he's becoming a reliable piece for this year's Hoos as they look to finish the season strong. Â
The special Locker Room Access eBay auctions are underway. All in honor of our friend Chris Dembitz, better known as Phony Bennett. Items include signed game worn shoes, like Anthony Robinson's shoes pictured above. Â
All proceeds from player merch go to them through NIL. There are also items from the coaching staff and former players, such as Jason Williford's signed shoes, with those proceeds going to the UVA Children's Hospital in Chris's name. Â
Andrew Rohde is on a Tear of Late
Third-year guard Andrew Rohde has upped his game in a major way this season. After a rough statistical first year at UVA, Rohde has now become the type of high level contributor Virginia fans envisioned when he transferred in from St. Thomas. He’s leading the team in assists, third in scoring, while shooting at a 41% clip from deep. Â
In his last three games Andrew Rohde has 25 assists and 0 turnovers while shooting 50% from three on 18 attempts!
— Cuts from The Corner (@CutsfromCorner) February 9, 2025
Absolutely balling.
Andrew has proven a lot of naysayers wrong this year. And he’s only getting better as the season goes along. Over the last three games, Rohde is on an absolute tear. Recording 25 assists without a single turnover during that stretch. He’s stepped in more than admirably to fill the void at point guard. Showing the versatility of his offensive game, a big part of the reason UVA recruited him.Â
Rohde has grown into a leadership role for the Wahoos, earning the respect of his peers and fans alike.  His evolution this season has been tremendous to watch. If he can continue to produce as he has of late, UVA has a chance to make some noise down the stretch. Â
The special Locker Room Access eBay auctions are underway. All in honor of our friend Chris Dembitz, better known as Phony Bennett. Items include signed game worn shoes, like Andrew Rohde's shoes pictured above.Â
All proceeds from player merch go to them through NIL. There are also signed game worn shoes from members of the coaching staff, such as Kyle Guy's, with those proceeds going to the UVA Children's Hospital in Chris's name.Â
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Virginia Sophomore Blake Buchanan is Finding Hi...
Second-year forward Blake Buchanan seems to be finding his fit within the UVA system. He’s improved his numbers across the board this season, in an increased role. The big man from Idaho has proven reliable, as one of only three Virginia players to appear in every game this season.
Blake Buchanan with his first career double-double and in emphatic fashion.
— Preston Willett (@PrestonWillett) January 16, 2025
11 points, 14 rebounds and 2 blocks.
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Blake has clearly become more comfortable within the offense as of late. Over the last few weeks he has been finding easy points with a lot of dunks and layups, as a result of being well-positioned and making the correct reads. His field goal percentage is currently second best on the team, and he has only finished under 50% in one of the last 8 contests.
As it has been with almost all big men at UVA over the last 16 seasons, learning the system and being comfortable on both ends takes time. Blake recently crossed the 1,000 minute mark. He's playing the best basketball of his young college career now, recording his first two double doubles in recent games. Improving at the foul line will be important going forward, only a 54% free-throw shooter. His aggressive style will get him there often. But Blake is really starting to put it all together, showing why UVA recruited him so heavily. Â
The special Locker Room Access eBay auctions are underway. All in honor of our friend Chris Dembitz, better known as Phony Bennett. Items include signed game worn shoes, like Blake Buchanan's shoes pictured above.Â
All proceeds from player merch go to them through NIL. There are also game worn shoes from members of the coaching staff, with those proceeds going to the UVA Children's Hospital in Chris's name.Â
(Featured Image Credit: Josie Drumheller/UVA Athletics)Â Â
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