Alex Plonski

Joined: Jun 5, 2025

Alexander Plonski joined Virginia Cavaliers On SI in June of 2025. He is from Limerick, Pennsylvania, and is currently a third-year student at the University of Virginia, double majoring in Government and Economics. With a strong passion for UVA sports and experience in political communication, nonprofit leadership, and student government, Alexander brings an analytical and thoughtful perspective to his writing. He covers UVA football, baseball, and various other sports.

Nov 15, 2025; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Virginia Cavaliers quarter back Chandler Morris (4) hands the ball to Virginia Cavaliers running back J'Mari Taylor (3) during the first quarter against the Duke Blue Devils at Wallace Wade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images

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1. The Frontcourt Set the Tone. Thijs De Ridder and Johann Grunloh controlled the night. De Ridder led all scorers with 20 on 6-for-10 and 3-for-4 from three, p

Nov 1, 2025; Berkeley, California, USA; Virginia Cavaliers quarterback Chandler Morris (4) throws a pass during warmups before the game against the California Golden Bears at California Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images

Football

Virginia went west and handled business. A 31–21 win built on 194 rushing yards to Cal’s 8, 10 of 19 on third down, and a pick six from the defense. Chandler Mo

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Virginia enters November ranked fifteenth and riding a six game win streak. The Cavaliers have settled into a clear identity. Win the hidden plays. Stay calm in

Oct 25, 2025; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; Virginia Cavaliers wide receiver Trell Harris (11) breaks a tackle and scores a touchdown in the second quarer at Kenan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Football

Virginia did not dominate the stat sheet. It did not score often. But it did what winning teams do late in the season. The Cavaliers defended until the end and

Oct 18, 2025; Charlottesville, Virginia, USA; Virginia Cavaliers quarterback Chandler Morris (4) runs with the ballas Washington State Cougars linebacker Parker McKenna (44) chases in the fourth quarter at Scott Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

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Virginia is bowl-eligible for the first time under Tony Elliott, and the mission now is to keep pushing. The Cavaliers are 6 and 1 and sit at No. 16 in the AP p

Sep 20, 2025; Charlottesville, Virginia, USA; Virginia Cavaliers wide receiver Trell Harris (11) celebrates with Cavaliers wide receiver Jahmal Edrine (7) after catching a touchdown pass against the Stanford Cardinal during the first quarter at Scott Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Football

In a game that tested patience and pulse, Virginia clawed past Washington State 22–20 with a walk-off safety that shook Scott Stadium. It wasn’t pretty for thre

Oct 4, 2025; Louisville, Kentucky, USA; Virginia Cavaliers quarterback Chandler Morris (4) scrambles to get open against Louisville Cardinals defensive back D'Angelo Hutchinson (21) during the second half at L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium. Virginia defeated Louisville 30-27. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Rhodes-Imagn Images

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Virginia comes in at 5–1, 3–0 in the ACC, and up to No. 18 in the AP poll for the program’s highest spot since 2019. The win at Louisville before the bye was gu

Sep 26, 2025; Charlottesville, Virginia, USA; Virginia Cavaliers quarterback Chandler Morris (4) passes the ball as Florida State Seminoles defensive lineman Darrell Jackson Jr. (6) chases at Scott Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Football

Virginia (4–1, 1–0 ACC) stunned the college football world last Friday night by knocking off No. 8 Florida State, their first ranked win since 2019. Now, the Ca

Sep 26, 2025; Charlottesville, Virginia, USA; Virginia Cavaliers quarterback Chandler Morris (4) scores a touchdown s Florida State Seminoles defensive back Ja'Bril Rawls (11) defends during the second quarter at Scott Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Football

Stadium Pulse: Virginia 46, Florida State 38 — Under the lights, the ‘Hoos grew up. Scott Stadium was loud, fast, and fully alive. Virginia didn’t flinch again

Sep 20, 2025; Charlottesville, Virginia, USA; Virginia Cavaliers quarterback Chandler Morris (4) passes the ball to Cavaliers wide receiver Cam Ross (6) as Stanford Cardinal linebacker Ese Dubre (30) chases during the second quarter at Scott Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Football

Thirty years ago, Scott Stadium saw one of Virginia football’s greatest nights. Ranked No. 4, Florida State expected an easy win, but the Cavaliers stunned the

Aug 30, 2025; Charlottesville, Virginia, USA; Virginia Cavaliers wide receiver Cam Ross (6) carries the ball to score a touchdown against the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers during the second half at Scott Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

Football

The Virginia Cavaliers (2–1) host Stanford (1–2) Saturday at Scott Stadium, marking the first meeting between these teams. Kickoff is 7:30 p.m. on ACC Network a

Sep 13, 2025; Charlottesville, Virginia, USA; Virginia Cavaliers running back Harrison Waylee (21) celebrates with Cavaliers defensive back Ja'Son Prevard (10) after scoring a touchdown against the William & Mary Tribe during the second quarter at Scott Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

Football

Virginia didn’t just handle business on Saturday — the Cavaliers completely overwhelmed William & Mary. This performance makes you recognize a program that migh

Alex Plonski

Joined: Jun 5, 2025

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