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UVA's Jacari White shines in return to home state
Cavaliers beat Florida State in ACC matchup
Published on Feb. 11, 2026
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Jacari White, a native of Orlando, Florida, had a standout performance as the University of Virginia Cavaliers defeated the Florida State Seminoles in an Atlantic Coast Conference basketball game. White shot 5 of 9 from 3-point range to help the Cavaliers extend their winning streak to five games.
Why it matters
This game was a homecoming for White, who is from the Sunshine State. His strong showing in front of family and friends highlights his continued development as a key player for the Cavaliers, who are having a successful season in the highly competitive ACC.
The details
White, a sophomore guard, scored 17 points and grabbed 6 rebounds to lead the Cavaliers to a 72-65 victory over the Seminoles. The Cavaliers, who improved to 21-3 overall and 10-2 in the ACC, have now won five games in a row.
- The game was played on February 11, 2026.
The players
Jacari White
A sophomore guard for the University of Virginia Cavaliers, who is from Orlando, Florida.
University of Virginia Cavaliers
The men's basketball team of the University of Virginia, which competes in the Atlantic Coast Conference.
Florida State Seminoles
The men's basketball team of Florida State University, which also competes in the Atlantic Coast Conference.
What they’re saying
“Jacari really stepped up for us today. His performance was huge in helping us get this important conference win.”
— Tony Bennett, Head Coach, University of Virginia (pilotonline.com)
What’s next
The Cavaliers will look to continue their winning streak when they host the Duke Blue Devils on February 15, 2026.
The takeaway
Jacari White's homecoming performance showcases the depth and talent of the University of Virginia basketball team, which is positioning itself for a strong finish to the ACC regular season and a potential deep run in the NCAA Tournament.
