Football
Wilson, Edwards rep US for Tech by Josh Parcell, sports editor Wednesday, July 1, 2009; 8:15 PM David Wilson has laid claim to many honors in his high school career, and the future Hokie running back's buzz is starting to grow, before he even dons the maroon helmet.
Pray to football gods for home-game tickets by Josh Parcell, sports editor Sunday, June 21, 2009; 12:25 PM Fall Saturday afternoons are defined in Blacksburg by Virginia Tech football.
Column: Big recruiting weekend should spark interest by Josh Parcell, sports editor Wednesday, June 10, 2009; 6:01 PM This is their year. It has to be. The annual winter trek from Blacksburg to Jacksonville (or Tampa), then to Miami is getting old. The 2009 Virginia Tech football team needs a new challenge.
Football nabs big H.S. commitment by Josh Parcell, sports editor Wednesday, June 10, 2009; 5:44 PM The Virginia Tech football program has grabbed yet another of the top high school players in the state of Virginia for the class of 2010.
Football schedule updated by CT sports staff Friday, June 5, 2009; 2:02 PM The ACC has announced additonal times for the 2009 football season schedule.
After great career at Tech, Hall taking it to next level by Melanie Wadden, CT Sports Reporter Thursday, May 7, 2009; 2:24 PM What ever happened to Vince Hall?
Season tickets: Coming to an inbox near you by Rachel Webb, ct news staff writer Monday, May 4, 2009; 11:28 PM Distribution of student season football tickets will be altered again for the 2009 season.
Editorial: New ticket distribution system offers improvement by Editorial Board Monday, May 4, 2009; 9:59 PM After so many student season ticket holders expressed their annoyance last fall at the change to one season pass from individually perforated tickets, the university has again altered the form of season tickets for this upcoming football season.
Journell adds another leg to starting kicker race by Ryan Trapp, CT sports reporter Monday, May 4, 2009; 9:49 PM "There's no question he's a good kicker. He's got the ability to be very good," head coach Frank Beamer said about Giles High School senior kicker Cody Journell.
CT Sports Podcast 5/4 by Brian Wright, CT sports editors Monday, May 4, 2009; 12:12 PM Tech football associate head coach and running backs coach Billy Hite.
After stout 2008, a new playing field for Virgil in '09 by Chad Mosesso, CT sports staff writer Wednesday, April 29, 2009; 9:15 PM Next fall, Alabama wide receiver Julio Jones better bring his appetite to the Chick-fil-A College Kick-off.
Gallery: Spring game by Brian Cay and Roy T. Higashi Monday, April 27, 2009; 11:20 AM Virginia Tech's spring season concluded on Saturday afternoon with the Maroon team edging the White team, 13-7, in the annual spring game at Lane Stadium.
Williams stars as Maroon wins spring game by Alex Jackson, CT Sports Staff Writer Saturday, April 25, 2009; 11:55 PM Virginia Tech's spring season concluded on Saturday afternoon with the Maroon team edging the White team, 13-7, in the annual spring game at Lane Stadium.
Plenty to love about Ryan Williams by Justin Long, CT Sports Reporter Saturday, April 25, 2009; 7:57 PM A current blew through the mountains on April 25, 2009 and made its way to Blacksburg. It was the smell of spring football. You know it - it's the combination of luscious tailgating food, spilled cheap beer and those first 81-degree fuming sweat drops of that obese man who just happened to sit in front of you. Some looked forward to the annual spring game, while others simply dismissed it as meaningless, and for some, legitimate reasons.
O-line hampered by ailments, bolstered by experience by Ryan Trapp, CT sports staff writer Monday, April 20, 2009; 8:45 PM The Virginia Tech offensive line will be without its 2008 leader as it marches into the upcoming season.
Defensive line deals with shuffle by Ray Nimmo, CT sports staff writer Thursday, April 16, 2009; 10:15 PM The versatile defensive line for the Hokies is undergoing some changes since defensive end Orion Martin graduated.
CT Sports Podcast 4/15 by Brian Wright & Thomas Emerick, CT sports editors Thursday, April 16, 2009; 11:28 AM The sports editors star in a light-hearted romp that questions the NFL's spell on America, and pirates.
Inside linebacker spots key replacement for Tech defense by Joe Crandley, CT sports reporter Tuesday, April 14, 2009; 9:57 PM After several years of veteran play, the Tech linebacker corps must undergo a bit of a youth movement for the upcoming season.
Before he plays football, Vick must first be forgiven by Matt Costello, CT sports staff writer Monday, April 13, 2009; 8:42 PM As the NFL draft approaches, a football fanatic's desire for the season to return cannot outweigh the longing Michael Vick feels to step back onto the gridiron.
Kickers again have big shoes to fill by Alex Jackson, CT sports staff writer Thursday, April 9, 2009; 9:37 PM As Frank Beamer and the Virginia Tech football team prepare for a promising 2009 campaign, they won't miss the controversy surrounding a position battle at quarterback.
Clayton sets sights on backup role by Ed Lupien, CT Sports Reporter Thursday, April 9, 2009; 9:35 PM Right now, Ju-Ju Clayton is getting a crash course of what it's like to be an active quarterback for a major Division I-A football program.
Evans, Williams give Tech's backfield a mix of talents by Justin Long, CT sports reporter Tuesday, April 7, 2009; 10:31 PM "Do you see him walking right now?" redshirt freshman Ryan Williams said about starting tailback Darren Evans.
CT Sports Podcast 4/1/09 by Brian Wright & Thomas Emerick, CT sports editors Wednesday, April 1, 2009; 8:36 PM The sports editors banter about the commencement of Virginia Tech spring football practice and the men's basketball Final Four in the most amusing fashion possible.
Editorial: New football media policies come as disappointment by Editorial Board Thursday, March 26, 2009; 9:49 PM In preparation for spring football practices that will start up again next week, Coach Frank Beamer made available the media policies for the 2009 season. This season's policies detail more restricted access to athletes compared to years past with more practices being closed to the public.
Pulaski product a Peak performer by Garrett Busic, CT sports staff writer Thursday, March 26, 2009; 9:14 PM Pulaski County High School product Nubian Peak is not just another name to be tossed into the seemingly endless pool of running backs that pile their way into the Virginia Tech locker room.
New recruit Miller wrestles with options by Matt Costello, CT sports staff writer Thursday, March 19, 2009; 8:56 PM Like most high school juniors, Andrew Miller was busy whittling down the list of potential colleges to attend. However, unlike most high school juniors, the 6'5", 275-pound Miller was thinking both the gridiron and the wrestling mat.
Weighing in on Tech's recruiting by Ryan Trapp, CT sports staff writer Thursday, February 26, 2009; 9:17 PM Virginia Tech had the 24th-ranked recruiting class in all of college football as rated by Rivals.com, landing some of the top high school talent in the Commonwealth.
Tech tackles football injuries by Caleb Fleming, CT New River Valley Editor Thursday, February 19, 2009; 10:32 PM Researchers at Virginia Tech have found that Tech football players often experience impact forces similar to that of a collision with a small vehicle.
Florida's Hosley a catch for Tech by Ray Nimmo, CT sports reporter Wednesday, February 18, 2009; 9:29 PM How does a second coming of Brandon Flowers sound?
Picking the president's brain on BCS' future by Thomas Emerick, CT Sports Editor Wednesday, February 11, 2009; 9:47 PM With Virginia Tech emanating the identity of a football school for ages -- and having advanced to consecutive Orange Bowls -- it should come as little shock that President Charles Steger monitors the controversial Bowl Championship Series.
Tech football inks 21 recruits by Thomas Emerick, CT Sports Editor Wednesday, February 4, 2009; 9:06 PM National Signing Day saw the next page on the college football calendar turn to reveal 21 student-athlete recruits joining the Virginia Tech program, including the No. 1-rated player in the Commonwealth.
Coles, Gregory, prep school prospects by Zach Crizer, CT news reporter Wednesday, February 4, 2009; 9:01 PM Having left high school behind, DJ Coles and Tony Gregory have a step on the competition, both academically and physically after spending a semester at Fork Union Military Academy.
University recruits stockpile football talent by Roger Gonzalez, CT sports staff writer Tuesday, February 3, 2009; 8:52 PM While waiting for the frosty weather to pass by, several sports fans are focused on the middle of the ACC basketball season. Many are witnessing Malcolm Delaney's rise to stardom, the revitalization of Wake Forest under Dino Gaudio and the fade of Maryland's relevance, but there are some who aren't focused on ACC hoops.
Powerhouses look to reload by Matt Costello, CT sports staff writer Tuesday, February 3, 2009; 8:45 PM Here's a look at how some of the top programs in college football performed on the recruiting trails.
Video: Inaugural Sports Podcast by Brian Wright & Thomas Emerick, CT sports editors; Caleb Fleming, CT news editor Thursday, January 29, 2009; 5:48 PM Brian, Caleb, and Thomas upgrade from behind the mic to in front of the camera. See the editors talk about the latest in sports including Super Bowl predictions.
Photo Gallery: 75th Orange Bowl by Michael Shroyer, Kyle Maxey Friday, January 9, 2009; 9:30 AM The Hokies defeated the Cincinnati Bearcats 20-7 to win the Orange Bowl, Beamer's first BCS bowl victory.
Photo Gallery: Orange Bowl Celebrations by Michael Shroyer Friday, January 9, 2009; 10:24 AM The Hokies celebrate their victory in the 75th Orange Bowl.
Orange Bowl Blog by Michael Shroyer, Kyle Maxey, Taylor Shapiro Sunday, December 28, 2008; 11:09 PM The CT staff bringing you live updates from their Orange Bowl trip.
In recruiting, Tech gets bang for its buck by Zach Crizer, Brandon Shipp, Garrett Busic, Ed Lupien, CT sports staff Tuesday, December 9, 2008; 11:47 PM As revenue in college sports has risen, so has the pressure to recruit the best high school athletes from around the country.
How sweet it is: Tech to battle Bearcats in Orange Bowl by Brian Wright & Thomas Emerick, CT sports editors Monday, December 8, 2008; 10:15 PM TAMPA, Fla. -- On the surface, it elicits a sense of deja vu. Maroon and orange nation has been here before.
Tech buries BC to take second straight ACC crown by Brian Wright and Thomas Emerick, CT Sports Editors Saturday, December 6, 2008; 4:29 PM TAMPA, Fla. -- After muffing a previous opportunity against Boston College, the Hokies didn't let this one slip through their grasp. The 30-12 win at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Fla., marks the second consecutive year in which Tech lost to Boston College in the regular season, before rectifying matters in the ACC Championship.
ACC Champs by Sally Bull, Michael Shroyer, Thomas Emerick, Brian Wright Friday, December 5, 2008; 8:07 PM Follow Collegiate Times writers and photographers who are blogging live from Tampa all weekend.
Boston College aims to revise script, earn first BCS bid by Jessica Isner, guest writer Thursday, December 4, 2008; 10:56 PM At this point, it's a broken record: Everybody knows what Boston College's record has been in the must-win game that grants access to an illustrious BCS bowl.
Battle in the Bay: Hokies, Eagles again vie for ACC crown by Joe Crandley, CT sports reporter Thursday, December 4, 2008; 10:50 PM The more things change, the more they stay the same for Virginia Tech and Boston College football.
Tech snags Thomas, one of nation's top wideouts by Ryan Trapp, CT sports staff writer Tuesday, December 2, 2008; 10:40 PM On Nov. 6, Virginia Tech football had huge victories on and off the field.
Ups and downs aside, Tech again in ACC title game by Ed Lupien, CT sports reporter Monday, December 1, 2008; 9:40 PM You have to give it up for the Hokies. Less than a month ago, not many thought they could rebound from consecutive losses at Boston College and Florida State, let alone go on to repeat as ACC Coastal champions.
Photo Gallery: Football vs Virginia by Kyle Maxey, Sally Bull Sunday, November 30, 2008; 8:37 PM The Hokies clinched their place in next weekend's ACC Championship Saturday afternoon as they defeated the Virginia Cavaliers 17-14.
Photo Gallery: Football vs Duke by Paul Platz, Mark Umansky Monday, November 24, 2008; 12:03 PM The Hokies kept their ACC title hopes alive Saturday night by defeating the Duke Blue Devils 14-3.
Hokies, Blue devils to duke it out; Tech tries to extend series reign by Matt Costello, CT Sports Reporter Friday, November 21, 2008; 12:00 AM Hokie fans may shouldn't check Duke off as an easy victory.
The man under fire: Stinespring weathers public ire by Ed Lupien, CT Sports Reporter Friday, November 21, 2008; 12:00 AM There's no denying the fact that offensive coordinator Bryan Stinespring has come under heavy fire from the media and fans in recent years for, what some consider, questionable play calling and lack of offensive production.







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