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Virginia Tech President Announces Transition as Campus Momentum Grows
education2 days ago

Virginia Tech President Announces Transition as Campus Momentum Grows

Virginia Tech President Tim Sands announces he will step down to allow a successor to lead the university, noting a period of momentum and growth: undergraduate enrollment up 30%, extramural research expenditures up 70%, endowment up 185%, a 20-spot rise in U.S. News rankings, and more than 100,000 degrees awarded since 2014; he will continue to serve through the transition, and the university will push forward with its priorities of Virginia Tech Advantage, Virginia Tech Global Distinction, and Invest to Win.

Senior Day Sparks UVA to 76-72 Win, Finishes 27-4
sports1 month ago

Senior Day Sparks UVA to 76-72 Win, Finishes 27-4

No. 13 Virginia defeated ACC rival Virginia Tech 76-72 at John Paul Jones Arena to finish the regular season 27-4 overall and 15-3 in ACC play. Five seniors were honored, and Ugonna Onyenso hit a pivotal late 3 after a Hall pass for the key lead. Onyenso (16 points) and Sam Lewis (15) provided the scoring support, while Dallin Hall contributed 9 assists and Devin Tillis sealed the win with a late free throw. Virginia locked in the No. 2 seed in the ACC tournament, with coach Ryan Odom praising his seniors for setting the tone.

Hokies Women Land No. 6 Seed as ACC Tourney Begins in Duluth
sports1 month ago

Hokies Women Land No. 6 Seed as ACC Tourney Begins in Duluth

Virginia Tech women’s basketball earned the No. 6 seed in the 2026 ACC Tournament after an 83-82 win at Virginia, finishing 22-8 (12-6 ACC) and earning a first-round bye for the second straight year. The Hokies will open Wednesday in Duluth, Ga., against the winner of Georgia Tech vs. Florida State, with a potential semifinal against Louisville if they can get past North Carolina in the quarters; Tech also holds tiebreakers over Syracuse, Virginia and Clemson in the conference standings.

Tar Heels Rally on Dean Smith Birthday Night to Beat Hokies
sports1 month ago

Tar Heels Rally on Dean Smith Birthday Night to Beat Hokies

UNC celebrated what would have been Dean Smith’s 95th birthday with an 89-82 win over Virginia Tech at the Smith Center, as backups Zayden High and Jonathan Powell sparked the comeback while Henri Veesaar and Seth Trimble powered the offense; the sellout crowd (21,750) underscored the program’s storied legacy and Smith’s enduring influence on the game.

Tar Heels ride Veesaar, Trimble to 89-82 win over Hokies
mens-basketball1 month ago

Tar Heels ride Veesaar, Trimble to 89-82 win over Hokies

Carolina rallied to an 89-82 win over Virginia Tech after a sluggish first half, led by Henri Veesaar’s 26 points (12 in the second half) and Seth Trimble’s 20. The Heels tightened transition defense, shot better from the line (23 of 30) and received a strong bench contribution (21 in the first half, 32-13 edge overall). UNC improved to 17-0 at home, tying the program record for home wins and keeping pace for another undefeated Smith Center season. Caleb Wilson was unavailable, VT’s Tobi Lawal scored 16, and UNC’s 14 turnovers were a concern. Tuesday’s game vs. Clemson is senior night, with the ACC Tournament outlook favorable amid a tightened home-dominance streak.

Hokies unveil veteran-studded football coaching staff under James Franklin
sports2 months ago

Hokies unveil veteran-studded football coaching staff under James Franklin

Virginia Tech announced a comprehensive overhaul of its football coaching staff under head coach James Franklin, pairing extensive Power Five and NFL experience with familiar Tech alumni to lead the offense, defense and support units, with notable hires including Brent Pry as defensive coordinator/linebackers coach, Ty Howle as offensive coordinator/tight ends coach, Norval McKenzie as assistant head coach/run game coordinator/running backs coach, Danny O’Brien as quarterbacks coach, Fontel Mines as offensive recruiting coordinator/wide receivers coach, and Sean Spencer as run game coordinator/defensive line coach; full bios are available at hokiesports.com.

Brown sparks Louisville in return, beats Virginia Tech
sports2 months ago

Brown sparks Louisville in return, beats Virginia Tech

Mikel Brown Jr. returned from a month-long layoff to score 20 points and dish six assists, fueling Louisville to an 85-71 victory over Virginia Tech. Jailen Bedford added 24 points on six 3-pointers, Sananda Fru notched a 13-point, 10-rebound double-double, and the Cardinals shot 47% while leading by double digits for most of the game, signaling a strong statement against a potential NCAA tournament team.

Dome Duel: Experts Split on Syracuse vs. Virginia Tech
college-basketball2 months ago

Dome Duel: Experts Split on Syracuse vs. Virginia Tech

Five writers preview the Syracuse Orange’s home ACC clash with the Virginia Tech Hokies, delivering mixed predictions (scores range VT 75-72, 81-70, 77-72; Syracuse 76-73; 68-66). The piece notes Syracuse’s lack of a big size edge, possible zone to slow Virginia Tech’s Neoklis Avdalas, and key contributions from JJ Starling, Donnie Freeman, and Sadiq White as the game unfolds.

Luke Reynolds leaves Penn State for Virginia Tech via transfer portal
college-football2 months ago

Luke Reynolds leaves Penn State for Virginia Tech via transfer portal

Penn State tight end Luke Reynolds has committed to Virginia Tech through the NCAA transfer portal, adding depth for the Hokies alongside Que’Sean Brown. Reynolds, a four-star recruit from Cheshire Academy (MA), appeared in 16 games with four starts as a freshman in 2024 (nine receptions for 11 yards and a touchdown, plus a 32-yard fake punt run). In 2025 he played 13 games with seven starts, tallying 267 catches for 257 yards with no touchdowns and adding two carries for 26 yards. He was the No. 62 overall player in the 2024 class and the No. 4 tight end, from Massachusetts, where he had 48 catches for 754 yards and nine touchdowns as a senior. Virginia Tech continues to add offensive talent, joining Que’Sean Brown in Blacksburg.