Welcome to Wahoo Nation: Basketball’s Jan Vide on His Commitment to Virginia
Jeff Lowe, Jay Ballard, Jack Lowe 
Virginia basketball fans, get to know one of the newest Cavaliers! π
In this episode of The Cavalier Connection Podcast, Jeff Lowe sits down with new Virginia transfer Jan Vide, the 6-foot-6 Slovenian guard who arrives in Charlottesville after stops at UCLA Bruins Men's Basketball and Loyola Marymount Lions Men's Basketball.
Jan shares the story of his transfer portal journey, including the unexpected phone call from Coach Ryan Odom's staff that led to a commitment less than 24 hours later. He discusses his first impressions of Charlottesville, what excites him about Virginia's fast-paced style of play, and how he believes his size, ball-handling, playmaking ability, and transition game can help the Cavaliers compete for an ACC title.
The conversation also dives into Jan's unique basketball journey from Slovenia to Spain's famed Real Madrid Baloncesto, then to college basketball in the United States. He reflects on representing Slovenia in FIBA World Cup competition, the influence of stars like Luka DonΔiΔ and Goran DragiΔ, and the lessons he's learned along the way.
Plus, Jan talks about:
His fit in Ryan Odom's system
Building chemistry with Virginia's talented backcourt
Areas of his game he's focused on improving
The difference between European and American basketball
His favorite basketball memories and NBA team
His message to Wahoo Nation ahead of the 2026-27 season
Jan's excitement for Virginia basketball is contagious, and his final promise to fans will have Hoos everywhere fired up for the season ahead.
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