Hokies Journal: November 21, 2010 - November 27, 2010

Coach Frank Beamer reflects on his place amongst all-time greats

Virginia Tech Coach Frank Beamer had to pause for a moment and collect his thoughts. While he'd been quick to praise his team after it defeated rival Virginia for the seventh straight time, this question was one Beamer says he...

By Mark Giannotto  | November 27, 2010; 6:24 PM ET  |  Permalink  |  Comments (3)
 
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Tidewater coaches weigh in on the Virginia Tech-Virginia recruiting battle

I hope everyone enjoyed a happy and peaceful Thansgiving yesterday. In case you missed it, the Virginia Tech men's basketball team defeated Cal State-Northridge in the first round of the 76 Classic in Anaheim, Calif. The Hokies will take on...

By Mark Giannotto  | November 26, 2010; 1:21 PM ET  |  Permalink  |  Comments (0)
 
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Reflecting on the Virginia Tech-Virginia rivalry

This is my first time experiencing the battle for the Commonwealth Cup up close and personal, and as I've heard various players, coaches and fans talk about the rivalry this week, three thoughts have popped into my mind: 1) As...

By Mark Giannotto  | November 24, 2010; 12:08 PM ET  |  Permalink  |  Comments (0)
 
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Ryan Williams and Darren Evans discuss their future

The last time running back Ryan Williams discussed his NFL prospects, following the Hokies' win over Georgia Tech, he said he was trying his best not to think about it and to ask him again around the Virginia game. Well,...

By Mark Giannotto  | November 24, 2010; 9:54 AM ET  |  Permalink  |  Comments (1)
 
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Bud Foster not satisfied with performance of Hokies run defense

When a team is in the midst of a nine-game winning streak -- a place Virginia Tech finds itself heading into Saturday's regular season finale against Virginia -- it's hard to nitpick at faults. As fans, it's only natural to...

By Mark Giannotto  | November 23, 2010; 10:58 AM ET  |  Permalink  |  Comments (0)
 
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Even without postseason ramifications, many layers to Virginia Tech-U-Va. rivalry

Regardless of what happens Saturday afternoon at Lane Stadium, Virginia Tech will head to Charlotte and face either North Carolina State or Florida State in the ACC Championship game.Virginia's season, meanwhile, will end without a bowl game appearance. But for...

By Mark Giannotto  | November 22, 2010; 2:06 PM ET  |  Permalink  |  Comments (4)
 
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