Virginia Basketball: Ryan Odom’s recruiting efforts spanning the globe

Posted Jul 12, 2025
On Monday, Thijs de Ridder, the 6’8’’ forward from Belgium, announced his intention to play for Virginia, joining 7’0” German center Johann Grunloh, who committed to the Cavaliers in late April. Grunloh arrived in town recently, along with another international player, VCU transfer Martin Carrere of France. They are poised to be impact players. (Augusta Free Press)

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