2008 Virginia Cavaliers football team

American college football season February 2026 August 2023 2008 Virginia Cavaliers U of Virginia text logo.svg 150px Atlantic Coast Conference Coastal ACC 5–7 3–5 Al Groh 8th Mike Groh 3rd West Coast Bob Pruett 1st 3–4 Scott Stadium(Capacity: 61,500) The 2008 Virginia Cavaliers football team represented the University of Virginia during the 2008 NCAA Division I FBS football season. It was Virginia's 55th season as a member of the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). The Cavaliers were led by head coach Al Groh. They played their home games at Scott Stadium in Charlottesville, Virginia. Preseason The 2008 preseason began in early January, with the loss of starting quarterback Jameel Sewell due to academic ineligibility as well as three other players who were not enrolled for the Spring 2008 semester; junior cornerback Chris Cook, freshman wide receiver Chris Dalton and freshman linebacker Darnell Carter.U-Va.'s Sewell Not Enrolled For the Spring Adam Kilgore https://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/01/17/AR2008011702761.html The Washington Post January 18, 2008 March 31, 2008 In February 2008, defensive back Mike Brown was arrested by UVa police and charged with one count each of grand larceny, possession of stolen property with intent to sell, altering serial numbers, and possession of marijuana. Al Groh said of the situation, "At this time we are currently gathering the facts. In view of the nature of the allegation, Mike Brown is not participating with the program at this time."UVA Football Player Arrested http://www.wsls.com/sls/sports/college/college_football/article/uva_football_player_arrested/6688/ WSLS-TV March 3, 2008 September 19, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20080828173524/http://www.wsls.com/sls/sports/college/college_football/article/uva_football_player_arrested/6688/ August 28, 2008 dead mdy-all Also in February, defensive end Jeffery Fitzgerald left the school, and subsequently the team, after allegations of honor code violations; the university stating that, "Fitzgerald is no longer enrolled and will never play again for the 'Hoos."http://www.nbc29.com/Global/story.asp?s=7929878 Fitzgerald Leaves University of Virginia Marty Hudtloff WVIR-TV September 19, 2008 February 13, 2012 https://web.archive.org/web/20120213224512/http://www.nbc29.com/Global/story.asp?s=7929878 deadFive Questions for Virginia Adam Kilgore https://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/08/03/AR2008080301703.html The Washington Post August 4, 2008 August 8, 2008 Peter Lalich controversy On July 24, 2008, Peter Lalich, quarterback, was charged with unlawful purchase and possession of alcohol, a misdemeanor. Coach Groh would not comment on the charge, and stated that any disciplinary action would be dealt with internally, within the team. Lalich's case has been continued until July 21, 2009, at which point his charges will be dropped should he avoid further trouble.U.Va. QB Lalich Charged with Alcohol Possession Jeff White http://www.inrich.com/cva/ric/news.apx.-content-articles-RTD-2008-07-24-0189.html https://archive.today/20081202002707/http://www.inrich.com/cva/ric/news.apx.-content-articles-RTD-2008-07-24-0189.html dead December 2, 2008 Richmond Times-Dispatch July 24, 2008 September 19, 2008 On September 5, 2008, it was reported that Lalich had admitted to court officials that he had used marijuana and alcohol while on supervised probation. The voluntary admission came during a regular probation interview with officials from the office of Offender Aid and Restoration/Virginia Alcohol Safety Program. He was scheduled for a hearing on September 26.More Charges for UVa's Lalich Bryan McKenzie http://www.dailyprogress.com/cdp/sports/cavalier_insider/ci_football/article/more_charges_for_uvas_lalich/27361/ https://web.archive.org/web/20080908235245/http://www.dailyprogress.com/cdp/sports/cavalier_insider/ci_football/article/more_charges_for_uvas_lalich/27361/ dead September 8, 2008 The Daily Progress Charlottesville September 5, 2008 September 11, 2008 On September 10, 2008, the Virginia's sports information office announced that Lalich would not be starting in the September 13 game against the University of Connecticut.UVa QB Lalich Won't Play Saturday Doug Doughty http://www.roanoke.com/sports/breaking/wb/176395 https://archive.today/20080917043530/http://www.roanoke.com/sports/breaking/wb/176395 dead September 17, 2008 The Roanoke Times September 10, 2008 September 11, 2008 On Thursday, September 18, Lalich admitted that he had violated the terms of his probation.UVa Dismisses Lalich from Team http://www.dailypress.com/sports/spt_lalich_0919,0,7961835.story The Daily Press Newport News September 18, 2008 September 18, 2008August 2019 InternetArchiveBot yes Later the same day, he was dismissed from the Cavalier football team.http://myespn.go.com/blogs/acc/0-2-161/UVA-QB-Lalich-off-the-team.html UVA QB Lalich off the team September 18, 2008 September 18, 2008 ESPN https://web.archive.org/web/20080919164508/http://myespn.go.com/blogs/acc/0-2-161/UVA-QB-Lalich-off-the-team.html September 19, 2008 dead mdy-all In a statement, UVA Athletic Director Craig Littlepage said, "We have supported Peter, but believe today a point has been reached where it’s best for all concerned that [Peter] no longer participate on the team. This is my decision, and it has support of head football coach Al Groh. We wish Peter the best in the future."U.Va. Football Team Dismisses QB Lalich Jeff White http://www.inrich.com/cva/ric/sports.apx.-content-articles-RTD-2008-09-18-0231.html Richmond Times-Dispatch September 18, 2008 September 18, 2008 October 2010 H3llBot Schedule http://www.virginiasports.com/SportSelect.dbml?SPSID=88792&SPID=10606&DB_OEM_ID=17800&Q_SEASON=2008 Football - 2008 Schedule / Scores VirginiaSports.com September 19, 2008 dead https://web.archive.org/web/20110725221314/http://www.virginiasports.com/SportSelect.dbml?SPSID=88792&SPID=10606&DB_OEM_ID=17800&Q_SEASON=2008 July 25, 2011 2008 Eastern August 30 3:30 pm l y USC 2 Scott Stadium Charlottesville, VA ABC 7–52 64,947 September 6 3:45 pm w y Richmond Scott Stadium Charlottesville, VA ESPNU 16–0 51,007 September 13 7:30 pm l y y Connecticut Rentschler Field East Hartford, CT ESPNU 10–45 40,000http://web1.ncaa.org/mfb/worksheet.jsp?year=2008&game=200800000016420080913.xml Game Summary - Connecticut vs. Virginia Game Date: 09/13/08 September 14, 2008 September 25, 2008 NCAA September 27 12:00 pm l y Duke Wallace Wade Stadium Durham, NC ESPNU 3–31 25,527 October 4 7:00 pm w Maryland rivalry Scott Stadium Charlottesville, VA ESPNU 31–0 50,727 October 11 12:00 pm w y East Carolina Scott Stadium Charlottesville, VA Raycom 35–20 52,398 October 18 3:30 pm w North Carolina 18 South's Oldest Rivalry Scott Stadium Charlottesville, VA ABC 16–13 OT 52,342 October 25 3:30 pm w y Georgia Tech 18 Bobby Dodd Stadium Atlanta, GA ESPNU 24–17 47,416 November 1 12:00 pm l y Miami Scott Stadium Charlottesville, VA Raycom 17–24 OT 53,308 November 8 3:30 pm l y Wake Forest BB&T Field Winston-Salem, NC ESPNU 17–28 34,014 November 22 12:00 pm l Clemson Scott Stadium Charlottesville, VA Raycom 3–13 51,979 November 29 12:00 pm l y Virginia Tech Commonwealth Cup Lane Stadium Blacksburg, VA ESPN 14–17 66,233 Personnel 2008 Virginia Cavaliers y Marc Verica QB Al Groh Coaching staff PositionNameSeasonHead coach: Al Groh7thAssistant head coach/Defensive coordinator coach: Bob Pruett1stOffensive coordinator/quarterbacks coach: Mike Groh7thAssistant head coach/defensive backs coach: Steve Bernstein2ndSpecial teams coordinator/linebackers coachBob Diaco2ndDefensive assistant coach/assistant defensive line coachLervern Belin2ndWide receivers coach: Wayne Lineburg1stRunning game coordinator/offensive line coachDave Borbely2ndAsst. Special teams coordinator/running backs coachAnthony Poindexter4thTight ends coach/recruiting coordinatorBob Price10thGraduate assistant offenseJim Jones1stHead strength coachMatt Balis1stDirector of football video operationsLuke Goldstein6th Players Recruiting no yes 2008 Larry Richardson jr ATH Chicago, IL Von Stuben H.S 5 8 145 4.41 12/11/2007 3 2 76 2008 yes --> American football positions Glossary of American football Watch list Game summaries USC 2008 USC Trojans football team The No. 3 ranked Trojans scored three touchdowns in the first quarter to beat the Cavaliers to win the first game of the season. USC quarterback Mark Sanchez threw for 338 yards, CJ Gable ran for 73 yards, and Ronald Johnson had 78 yards in receiving. The second half was all USC, with UVA turning over the ball three times. 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