US EditionSources: Virginia Basketball Signs Belgium Forward Thijs De Ridder
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VIRGINIA, JUL 7 – Thijs De Ridder, who averaged 9.3 points and 4.8 rebounds in Spain, withdrew from the NBA Draft to join Virginia as the Cavaliers await NCAA clearance for him.
- Virginia men's basketball added Thijs De Ridder, a 22-year-old forward from Belgium, to their 2025-26 roster on Monday.
- De Ridder withdrew from the NBA Draft last month to seek NCAA eligibility and years of play at Virginia under new coach Ryan Odom.
- Before signing, De Ridder played professionally since 2020, most recently averaging 9.3 points and shooting 38% from three with Spain's Surne Bilbao Basket last season.
- Virginia's roster also includes fresh transfers and recruits, with Odom coming from VCU where he had a 52-21 record, signaling a refreshed team setup.
- De Ridder's NCAA clearance is pending, and his addition strengthens Virginia's frontcourt as the Cavaliers prepare for the upcoming season.
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