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Virginia's Ryan Odom is ACC Coach of the Year candidate

Virginia Cavaliers coach Ryan Odom is a top contender for ACC Coach of the Year, having rebuilt the team to a 25-3 record after the Tony Bennett era.

ACC Coach of the Year candidates include Luke Loucks of Florida State, Jai Lucas of Miami, Jon Scheyer of Duke, and Ryan Odom of Virginia.

Odom has transformed Virginia into a 25-3 team, relying on a rebuilt roster featuring freshmen Johann Grunloh and Thijs De Ridder, while showcasing strong interior defense with 12 blocks in recent games.