Ryan Odom, Virginia Among ACC Coach of the Year Candidates

Virginia head coach Ryan Odom is one of four leading contenders for ACC Coach of the Year, alongside Luke Loucks of Florida State, Jai Lucas of Miami, and Jon Scheyer of Duke. Odom has successfully rebuilt the program following the Tony Bennett era, boasting a 25-3 record with only one starter returning from last season.

The Cavaliers' success relies on a new core including freshmen Johann Grunloh and Thijs De Ridder, along with grad students Dallin Hall and Malik Thomas. Odom's ability to integrate players and maintain strong interior defense highlights his impact on the team's resurgence.