Football
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.
Column: Fantasy football provides an escape from reality for fans
by Daron Williams, CT regular columnist
Monday, November 17, 2008; 8:58 PM
I don't think it takes a genius to point out that America has an obsession with football. I come from SEC country, where a team that wears orange and co-opts a bluegrass staple as their fight song reigns supreme. While I'm proud of my homeland, I'm also a Vanderbilt fan, which led to a cynical view of reality, which I still possess, but I digress ... Upon moving to the Great White North (Christiansburg), I discovered that, thanks to this beautiful campus and those who fill it, college football is rooted every bit as strongly here as it is back in the Volunteer State. A friend recently sent me an e-mail comparing aspects of football in the North versus in the South, a portion of which follows:
Defensive coordinator Foster to speak with Clemson
by Brian Wright and Thomas Emerick, CT Sports Editors
Friday, November 14, 2008; 2:51 PM
The Clemson Tigers will interview Tech defensive coordinator Bud Foster for their head coaching position this weekend.
Hurricanes dash Tech's ACC hopes, 16-14
by T. Rees Shapiro, Campus Editor
Thursday, November 13, 2008; 11:39 PM
MIAMI -- A perfect storm brewed in the ACC this week with two teams set to clash Thursday with identical records, matching dual quarterback systems and even shots at a bid in the ACC championship.
Swirling ACC to settle in Miami
by Chad Mosesso, CT sports reporter
Wednesday, November 12, 2008; 10:31 PM
The Miami Hurricanes dominated college football for much of the 1980s and 1990s, intimidating opponents with their athleticism and ferocity. But since joining the ACC in 2004, Miami has yet to record double-digit wins in any season, including last year when the 'Canes suffered their first losing season in 10 years and second since 1979.
Evans brings family to Tech, hurt to opposing defenses
by Joe Crandley, CT sports reporter
Wednesday, November 12, 2008; 9:59 PM
The fact that Virginia Tech was able to smuggle coveted recruit Darren Evans out of the heart of Big Ten country still surprises running backs coach Billy Hite.
Sports in Brief - Nov. 12
by CT Sports Staff
Wednesday, November 12, 2008; 12:00 AM
Blacksburg in playoffs with drama-filled victory
by Garrett Busic, CT Sports Staff Writer
Friday, November 7, 2008; 11:45 PM
Entering their final game of the regular season, the Bruins of Blacksburg had to beat district foe Christiansburg if they wanted to advance to the playoffs.
Photo Gallery: Football vs Maryland
by Michael Shroyer, Matt Boone
Friday, November 7, 2008; 3:09 AM
The Virginia Tech football team decked in all maroon jerseys defeated the Maryland Terrapins 23-13 on 'Maroon Effect' night in Blacksburg.
Glennon, Boone, and Evans shine in Thursday's dusk
by Melanie Wadden, CT sports reporter
Thursday, November 6, 2008; 11:57 PM
After much speculation as to who would be the front man in Virginia Tech's offense this week, the Hokie faithful were treated to yet another two-quarterback system – though this time unexpected. With Taylor still out, veteran Sean Glennon and tight end turned running back turned quarterback Greg Boone led the Hokie attack.
Hokies, Evans run over No. 23 Maryland
by Justin Long, CT Sports Reporter
Thursday, November 6, 2008; 10:45 PM
It doesn't take a math major to decipher this equation. Thursday night plus Lane Stadium equals Virginia Tech success. That formula held true against the No. 23 Maryland Terrapins. The Hokies (6-3, 3-2 ACC) staved off a third quarter Terps' (6-3, 3-2) run to win 23-13.
Tech looks to end streak, slow down Terrapins
by Joe Crandley, ct sports reporter
Wednesday, November 5, 2008; 9:26 PM
After the elections' conclusion Hokie Nation must face a question of quarterbacks instead of candidates coming into Thursday night's match up against the No. 23 Maryland Terrapins at Lane Stadium.
Greatest in Tech football poll: Editing the readers' choice
by Thomas Emerick, CT sports editor; Brian Wright, CT sports editor
Wednesday, November 5, 2008; 9:22 PM
Yesterday's Collegiate Times sports section revealed the results for the online poll it conducted of Virginia Tech's greatest football players. The people have spoken, and they've spoken clearly -- but that doesn't mean the sports editors won't have their say. Without further ado, here's how it should've shaken out.
Hokie football rolling up top-flight recruits
by Hattie Francis, CT sports staff writer
Wednesday, October 29, 2008; 12:00 AM
While enduring a treacherous midseason stretch, Frank Beamer's program has made strides on another front in acquiring 17 solid verbal commitments from recruits across Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina.
CT Sports Podcast 10-2: NFL and the World Series
by Brian Wright & Thomas Emerick, CT sports editors; Caleb Fleming, CT news editor
Tuesday, October 28, 2008; 9:06 AM
What was the best game of the weekend? Do the Phillies have their first title since 1980 all wrapped up?
Stopped, chopped and rolled: Tech halted by Seminoles
by Brian Wright, CT Sports Editor
Monday, October 27, 2008; 9:59 PM
Florida is widely known as the Sunshine State, but after Saturday's 30-20 loss in its capital city, the state of Virginia Tech football is mostly cloudy.
Photo Gallery: Football vs Florida State
by Michael Shroyer, Nick Jeremiah
Saturday, October 25, 2008; 9:25 PM
Virginia Tech picked up its second straight conference loss Saturday night versus Florida State. The Hokies jumped out early 10-0, but eventually fell 30-20.
'Nole and Void: Tech falls to Florida State, loses two quarterbacks
by Brian Wright, CT Sports Editor
Saturday, October 25, 2008; 8:05 PM
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – It wasn't a good day to be a Virginia Tech quarterback.
Pulaski routs Blacksburg
by Garrett Busic, CT sports staff
Friday, October 24, 2008; 11:09 PM
The Pulaski Cougars pummeled Blacksburg 41-20 in the Bruins' first homecoming contest at the New Bill Brown Stadium on Friday.
Hokies travel south with hopes of bouncing back after their first ACC loss
by Alex Jackson, CT sports staff writer
Friday, October 24, 2008; 12:00 AM
After a discouraging loss last weekend against Boston College, the Hokies look to rebound in Tallahassee this Saturday when they face the No. 23 Florida State Seminoles.
Letdown in Beantown: Air attack grounded by Eagles
by Thomas Emerick, CT Sports Editor
Monday, October 20, 2008; 11:00 PM
As Tyrod Taylor scrambled for another first down, the Hokies were doomed.
CT Sports Podcast 9-2: NFL Week 7 and World Series
by Brian Wright & Thomas Emerick, CT sports editors; Caleb Fleming, CT news editor
Monday, October 20, 2008; 4:54 PM
Who is the best team in the NFL? Who will win the World Series? The guys spar over the Red Sox.
Photo Gallery: Football vs Boston College
by Michael Shroyer
Monday, October 20, 2008; 8:34 PM
The Virginia Tech Hokies ended their five game season winning streak Saturday night, by dropping this ACC matchup 28-23 to Boston College.
Tech falls again in Boston
by Thomas Emerick, CT sports editor
Sunday, October 19, 2008; 1:20 AM
CHESNUT HILL, Mass. –Despite dominating the turnover ratio by a total of five-to-one, the No. 17 Hokies had a season-low 240 yards of total offense and could not mount a late-game rally in a 28-23 loss at Alumni Stadium.
Tech heads north for latest in recently-heated rivalry
by Matt Costello, CT Sports Reporter
Friday, October 17, 2008; 12:09 AM
Since the Hokies joined the Atlantic Coast Conference, they have managed to only lose one conference road game. That blemish took place Oct. 12, 2006, when the Boston College Eagles beat the Hokies, 22-3.
Video: Brent Bowden shows off guitar skills
by Peter Velz, CT multimedia reporter
Thursday, October 16, 2008; 9:16 PM
The Tech punter plays some original material, some of his favorite riffs and faces of in a Guitar Hero battle.
Greatest players in Virginia Tech football history
by CT Sports Staff
Monday, October 20, 2008; 9:00 PM
Below is the list of nominees for the ten greatest players in Virginia Tech football history along with a brief description on their career with the Hokies. The results will be revealed in the Nov. 4 (Election Day) edition of the Collegiate Times.
CT Sports Podcast 8-2: NFL/MLB
by Brian Wright CT sports editor & Caleb Fleming, CT news editor
Tuesday, October 14, 2008; 2:22 PM
A wild week of crazy finishes - Cowboys vs. Cardinals, Rams vs. Redskins, Bears vs. Falcons and MLB playoffs - Dodgers vs. Phillies, Rays vs. Red Sox
CT Sports Podcast 8-1: College Football
by Brian Wright CT sports editor & Caleb Fleming, CT news editor
Tuesday, October 14, 2008; 2:20 PM
Who is the most impressive team? Can Penn State run the table? Big 12 or SEC?
Column: Hokie spirit revisited during football season
by Liza Miller, regular columnist
Tuesday, October 7, 2008; 11:39 PM
For me, football games have always been more of a social event than a sporting event. I love getting decked out in maroon and orange, spending time with friends and enjoying autumn Saturdays in Blacksburg -- a place I rarely see before noon on non-game days. I usually make it to the game, but I have been known to sneak away during halftime to sleep off some of my tailgating. I was excited and a little perplexed as to how the football game would go when for the first time I was accompanied to the game with my parents instead of my friends.
Lewis' injury means loss of starting back, team leader
by Melanie Wadden, CT sports reporter
Tuesday, October 7, 2008; 11:07 PM
During Saturday's Homecoming football game against Western Kentucky, Virginia Tech starting running back Kenny Lewis Jr. suffered a torn Achilles tendon in his left leg, landing him in surgery and out for the remainder of 2008.
Column: Hokies less than stellar in victory over Hilltoppers
by Ed Lupien, CT sports reporter
Monday, October 6, 2008; 11:31 PM
Virginia Tech captured its fifth consecutive win Saturday by topping Western Kentucky by two touchdowns, but it was surprisingly anything but easy.
Whitaker arrested again
by T. Rees Shapiro, CT Campus News Editor
Monday, October 6, 2008; 2:21 PM
Virginia Tech wide receiver Ike Whitaker was arrested on public intoxication charges after blowing a .33 Blood Alcohol level early Friday, Oct. 3, outside Oge Chi's dance club. Officer Sedrick Hayes, of the bicycle mounted unit, made the arrest said Sgt. Nathan O'Dell. Whitaker appeared to be in the midst of a verbal altercation when Officer Hayes intervened and noticed Whitaker had slurred speech, glassy red eyes, and appeared to be intoxicated, said O'Dell.
Photo Gallery: Virginia Tech vs Western Kentucky
by Kyle Maxey, Kyle Swanson
Saturday, October 4, 2008; 10:26 PM
The Hokies improved their record to 5-1 Saturday afternoon, by defeating the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers, 27-13.
'Topp of the heap: Hokies take down Western Kentucky
by Brian Wright, CT Sports Editor
Saturday, October 4, 2008; 3:22 PM
The Hokies fended off the heavy underdog Western Kentucky Hilltoppers (2-4) on Homecoming weekend, winning 27-13 on Saturday afternoon at Lane Stadium.
Troubled Tech wideout suspended
by T. Rees Shapiro, Campus Editor
Friday, October 3, 2008; 1:00 AM
Redshirt junior Ike Whitaker has been indefinitely suspended from team activities for missing a wide receiver meeting Wednesday morning.
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