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Holiday Is Good Bowl for Huskies, Just Not This Season

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Holiday Is Good Bowl for Huskies, Just Not This Season

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Washington targets a return to major postseason relevance in 2025 after a rebuild under Jedd Fisch.
Many starters return, including 80 percent of the offensive line, boosting experience for 2025.
CBS projections linked UW to Virginia Tech in a potential Holiday Bowl mismatch rather than a familiar opponent.
Huskies aspire to a playoff-caliber season and a return to national conversations after a two-year absence.
San Diego's Snapdragon Stadium would have hosted UW in a potential Holiday Bowl scenario.
Date-referenced CBS predictions contrasted with UW's confident outlook for the next season.
Projected matchup histories show limited prior officiation with Virginia Tech, affecting narrative for UW.
UW leaders emphasize postseason practice and stability as keys to future success.
Huskies' fan expectations remain tied to a strong recruiting and development cycle.
Historical bowl performance frames UW's postseason ambitions amid changing college football playoff dynamics.

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Four-star 2027 safety Jordan Haskins commits to Louisville

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Four-star 2027 safety Jordan Haskins commits to Louisville

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Four-star safety Jordan Haskins commits to Louisville for the 2027 class, strengthening the Cardinals' secondary.
Haskins chose Louisville over Kentucky and other programs, emphasizing relationship with the staff.
Haskins is described as versatile, with speed and athleticism noted on film and in stats.
Haskins played multiple roles in high school, including defense and offense, with solid defensive stats.
Haskins’ commitment marks the eighth pledge for Louisville in the 2027 cycle.
Louisville looks to build a top-10 class with several four-star targets still in play.

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41-Touchdown QB Strongly Linked to Five College Football Programs

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41-Touchdown QB Strongly Linked to Five College Football Programs

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Prock, a 6-foot-2, 180-pound quarterback from The Hun School, has 18 Division I offers, 15 from Power Five programs.
Kentucky, Michigan, Penn State, Virginia Tech and Virginia are identified as primary programs showing interest in Prock.
Kentucky is among the programs that offered Prock early in Will Stein’s first portal cycle, part of a rebuilding effort on offense.
Michigan, like Kentucky, underwent a coaching change, with Kyle Whittingham and Jason Beck bringing a new system.
Penn State has visited Prock and underwent coaching changes, including Matt Campbell taking over as head coach.
Virginia Tech is viewed as an early contender, with roster moves from Penn State's exit affecting Hokies' interest.
Virginia Tech's interest is tied to transfer portal movements from Penn State’s 2025 roster changes.
Virginia is the only program among the five with no coaching change in the offseason.
Virginia added quarterbacks Eli Holstein and Beau Pribula from the portal, shaping its 2026–27 recruiting outlook.
The piece cites Rivals’ Chad Simmons and field coverage from USA TODAY NETWORK as part of its sourcing.

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Jackets start ACC play with a bang, down Hokies 16-1

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Jackets start ACC play with a bang, down Hokies 16-1

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Georgia Tech beat Virginia Tech 16-1 to open ACC play, building on its early-season offensive surge and keeping the momentum from the reference game alive.
Carson Kerce led the offense with a 3-for-4 performance, highlighting Tech's balanced lineup that produced runs in multiple innings.
Caleb Daniel and Kent Schmidt each delivered two RBIs, with Schmidt returning from an injury to contribute in his first game back.
Drew Burress added two hits, including a double, and drove in a run to bolster Tech's offense.
Virginia Tech managed only five hits, with six Hokies pitching in the loss, reflecting Tech's strong pitching and defense.
Tate McKee started for Tech, delivering three innings with one earned run allowed and three strikeouts.
Carson Ballard earned the win with three scoreless relief innings, showcasing Tech's bullpen depth.
Virginia Tech used six pitchers, continuing a rotation challenge as Tech built its offense against different arms.
A weather delay briefly paused the game, adding a stoppage before the action resumed.
Tomorrow's matchup is set as the teams play again with first pitch scheduled for 2 p.m., continuing the ACC series.
Coach James Ramsey expressed optimism about Mason Patel's return from injury, signaling potential bullpen reinforcement soon.

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Virginia Tech Falls 85-68 To No. 16 North Carolina in ACC Tournament Quarterfinals

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Virginia Tech Falls 85-68 To No. 16 North Carolina in ACC Tournament Quarterfinals

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No. 16 North Carolina defeated Virginia Tech 85-68 in the ACC Tournament quarterfinals, eliminating Tech from the event.
Virginia Tech led 16-11 in the second quarter before UNC surged, finishing the period 29-11 to take a 13-point halftime edge.
Virginia Tech's Liz Wenzel scored 26 points, including 14 made free throws, while providing leadership on offense.
The Hokies suffered from poor three-point shooting, connecting on only two of 18 attempts while UNC hit seven of 17 from deep.
UNC dominated the paint and outrebounded Tech 39-35, contributing to Tech's scoring struggles.
Virginia Tech finished the season 23-8 overall and 12-6 in the ACC, awaiting Selection Sunday for NCAA Tournament implications.
UNC's balanced scoring featured multiple players with 18 or more points, including Nyla Harris and Elina Aarnisalo.
Virginia Tech had a strong start but could not sustain the lead as UNC capitalized in the second quarter.
Virginia Tech's coach Megan Duffy commented on UNC's relentless second-half performance and the need for better stops.
The Hokies won despite some players being limited from three-point range, underscoring a one-dimensional attack.
The article notes the expectation of an NCAA Tournament path for Virginia Tech after the loss.

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Three Big Takeaways from Virginia Tech's loss against No. 16 North Carolina 85-68

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Three Big Takeaways from Virginia Tech's loss against No. 16 North Carolina 85-68

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Virginia Tech fell 85-68 to No. 16 North Carolina in the ACC Tournament quarterfinals at Gas South Arena.
UNC outscored Tech 29-11 in the second quarter to seize control of the game.
Carleigh Wenzel scored 26 points and attempted 15 free throws to lift Tech.
Tech finished 34.8% from the field and 11.1% from three-point range.
UNC controlled the paint in the second quarter with a 12-11 edge.
ESPN bracketologist Charlie Creme projected Tech as a No. 9 seed in the NCAA Tournament.
Virginia Tech's ACC postseason run ends with this loss.
Tech trimmed the lead at times but could not complete a comeback run.
Mackenzie Nelson contributed nine points, six assists and three rebounds.
Carys Baker struggled again, scoring only three points on eight shots.

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Full Game Preview and Score Prediction for Virginia Tech vs. Virginia

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Full Game Preview and Score Prediction for Virginia Tech vs. Virginia

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Virginia Tech aims to boost its NCAA tournament chances with a potential win in the Commonwealth Clash after beating Boston College.
Virginia comes into the game with No. 2 ACC Tournament seed and a No. 13 national ranking.
Virginia Tech previously defeated Virginia 95-85 in triple overtime, showing the rivalries' volatility.
Avdalas has stepped up, averaging 17 points and 5.3 assists over his last three games.
Virginia’s offense features multiple scoring options led by De Ridder, Thomas, White and Mallory.
Virginia is a strong rebounding team, ranking fourth in the ACC with 27.3 boards per game.
Virginia Tech struggled with rebounding in a recent loss to North Carolina, a concern for this game.
The Commonwealth Clash is unpredictable, with past tight games capping the rivalry’s drama.
Both teams enter with high stakes: postseason positioning and potential NCAA Tournament implications.
The game is scheduled for Saturday at John Paul Jones Arena, a location that adds challenge for Tech.

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Mississippi State Emerging as Top Contender for 2027 Cornerback Recruit

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Mississippi State Emerging as Top Contender for 2027 Cornerback Recruit

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Dre Otey says Mississippi State is one of the top three programs in his 2027 cornerback recruitment, along with Virginia Tech and Purdue.
Otey has official visits set with MSU, Virginia Tech, and Purdue as he plans a summer decision.
Otey is weighing additional visits to Maryland, Louisville, and Kentucky as part of his process.
MSU has shown strong interest through coaches Corey Bell and Courtney Williams in pursuing Otey.
Otey attended an MSU game in Starkville last fall, a factor in his perception of the program.
MSU’s progress could signal a shift from heavy portal reliance to building long-term defensive depth.
Otey plans to decide this summer after completing his official visits.
The Mississippi State commitment discussion centers on strengthening the defensive backfield for the future.
Otey highlighted ongoing outreach from MSU staff to track his recruitment progress.
The report notes MSU’s recent secondary-building efforts have included transfer portal activity.

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WATCH: Mike Young gives NSFW assessment of his coaching after loss to Virginia

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WATCH: Mike Young gives NSFW assessment of his coaching after loss to Virginia

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Virginia Tech suffered a 76-72 defeat to Virginia in the ACC on Saturday, fueling questions about the Hokies' season trajectory.
Mike Young vented his frustration, asking what he’s doing wrong after a late dunk and free throws miss.
Young attributed the upset to hard play by both teams, noting missed opportunities late in the game.
The loss dropped Virginia Tech to 19-12 overall and 8-10 in ACC play as they head to Charlotte for the conference tournament.
Jeff Goodman of Field of 68 reported that Young is expected to return for 2026-27 season.
Virginia Tech’s postseason hopes were affected as Lunardi had them among the first four out in Bracketology before the loss.
Virginia Tech’s NCAA bid prospects became tighter after the loss, influencing next week’s conference tournament approach.
Tyler Johnson’s missed dunk and Ben Hammond’s two missed free throws were cited as pivotal moments late in the game.
Ugga Onyenso hit a late go-ahead three for Virginia, sealing the win.
The postgame press conference featured Young's candid comment reflecting his frustration.
Virginia Tech head coach Mike Young has a career record of 123-97 with the Hokies.

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No. 13 UVa outlasts VT 76-72 in regular-season finale

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No. 13 UVa outlasts VT 76-72 in regular-season finale

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UVa defeats Virginia Tech 76-72 to close the regular season at John Paul Jones Arena.
The Cavaliers led 41-25 at halftime before Tech staged a second-half comeback.
Malik Thomas and Ugonna Onyenso each scored 16 points for UVa.
Onyenso added three blocks on the night for UVa.
Dallin Hall had nine assists, nearly matching his season high.
Ben Hammond led the Hokies with 21 points.
Virginia Tech closed the gap with a 7-0 run late in the game.
UVa secures No. 2 seed in the ACC Tournament following the win.
UVa improved to 27-4 overall and 15-3 in ACC play.
The game showcased senior night performances and leadership from UVa veterans.
UVa recorded a stronger bench scoring edge in the game.

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