Fighting with heart: Local fighters bring MMA to Southwestern Virginia
July 25, 2012
The sport of mixed martial arts is sweeping the nation, and Southwestern Virginia is no exception, as Radford University’s Dedmon Center prepares to host its first cage fight on Saturday.
New assistants bring talent to Tech
July 18, 2012
What does a former wrestling All-American and the 2005 Wimbledon doubles champion have in common?
Freeh report raises questions for big football programs
July 18, 2012
Even in the wake of the progressively awful news emerging from Penn State in the wake of the Jerry Sandusky scandal, I remained a Joe Paterno defender.
Lane Stadium traditions provide lasting memories
July 17, 2012
While many former Hokies may have fond memories of McBryde or Pritchard, there’s one building every alumni knows and loves- Lane Stadium.
Coaches awarded for successful seasons
July 11, 2012
Hokie athletes may grab headlines during the season, but as many of Tech’s sports teams move into the offseason, several coaches have been celebrated for their achievements.
Nets' pursuit of Howard seems irrelevant
July 11, 2012
In the barren desolation of July, everyone in the sports world is completely, excruciatingly, dreadfully bored.
Hokie athletes accumulate academic accolades
July 3, 2012
Most of Tech’s athletes receive accolades for their performance on the field, but their exploits in the classroom are starting to garner attention as well.
World cup could replace Olympic competition
July 3, 2012
The “Dream Team” of 1992 and the “Redeem Team” of 2008 may be some of America’s proudest Olympic memories, but these star-studded basketball teams in the summer games may soon be a thing of the past.
Hokie athletes race to Olympic trials
June 27, 2012
London was calling to several Hokie athletes this past weekend as they competed in trials to qualify for this year’s summer Olympic games.
College football playoff challenges for Hokies
June 27, 2012
The prayers of the college football faithful have been answered- the BCS system is dead and a four-team playoff will decide the sport’s champion.