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TRENDING: BYU’s Cosmo the Cougar Breaks the Internet with Insane Dance Routine at Campus Event PROVO, Utah — It’s not every day a college mascot steals the national spotlight, but Brigham Young University’s Cosmo the Cougar has once again proven that he’s no ordinary sideline performer. During a high-energy campus pep rally held at LaVell Edwards Stadium this week, Cosmo stunned the crowd—and soon after, the internet—with an electrifying dance routine that has since gone viral across social media platforms. The event, organized to celebrate the start of summer term and energize students for upcoming athletics, featured music,…
BREAKING: 3-Star OT Buddy Wegmans Commits to Virginia Tech Over Duke, Michigan, and NC State In a major recruiting win for the Virginia Tech Hokies, three-star offensive tackle Buddy Wegmans has officially announced his commitment to play in Blacksburg, choosing Virginia Tech over a host of Power Five offers, including Duke, Michigan, and NC State. The 6-foot-6, 295-pound lineman made his decision public Thursday morning via social media, drawing instant celebration from Hokie Nation and affirming Virginia Tech’s growing momentum on the recruiting trail. Wegmans, a standout from Charlotte Catholic High School in North Carolina, has been rising…
OFFICIAL: Virginia Tech Appoints Jeffrey Eaton as New Associate Director of Strength and Conditioning Virginia Tech Athletics has officially announced the hiring of Jeffrey Eaton as the new Associate Director of Strength and Conditioning. The appointment marks a significant addition to the Hokies’ athletic performance staff, reinforcing the university’s commitment to building elite-level training programs for its student-athletes across all sports. Eaton, a seasoned strength and conditioning professional with over 15 years of collegiate and professional experience, joins the Hokies after a successful stint at the University of South Carolina, where he served as the Director of Football…
Victory Beyond the Sidelines: Virginia Tech Cheerleaders Successfully Lobby for Pay Raise In a landmark move that signals a growing shift in the recognition of collegiate athletes and performers, Virginia Tech’s cheerleading squad has successfully lobbied for a long-overdue pay raise. The decision, approved by the university’s athletics department earlier this month, will increase financial support for the cheer team—a victory years in the making. For decades, cheerleaders have been pivotal members of collegiate sports culture. They energize the crowd, represent the university at national competitions, and serve as ambassadors at public and private events. Yet, despite their…
Loyal, Courageous and Inspiring: Sam Tackett Sets New Record, Becomes 20th Recipient of Johnny Oates Memorial Award In a moment that brought pride to teammates, coaches, and the broader baseball community, senior outfielder Sam Tackett etched his name into history by becoming the 20th distinct recipient of the prestigious Johnny Oates Memorial Award, one of the highest honors bestowed by the program. More than just a celebration of his on-field accomplishments, the award recognizes the traits that defined Johnny Oates himself—loyalty, courage, leadership, and the ability to inspire others through action and integrity. Tackett, a native of Ashland,…
Headline: Hokie Hero: Michael Vick Donates Custom Bus to Virginia Tech Baseball Team Article: BLACKSBURG, Va. — In a moment that perfectly bridged generations of Hokie pride, Virginia Tech legend Michael Vick made a surprise appearance this week to donate a custom team bus to the university’s baseball program. The former Hokie quarterback, clad in a crisp orange Virginia Tech jacket, was all smiles as he handed over a ceremonial oversized key reading “Donated by Michael Vick” to a grateful member of the baseball team. Standing in front of a freshly-painted maroon bus emblazoned with “VIRGINIA TECH” across…
HE’S BACK: Legendary Dave Cianelli Appointed Director of Track & Field and Cross Country In a move that sent shockwaves through the collegiate track and field world, Dave Cianelli, one of the most respected and accomplished names in the sport, is officially back. Virginia Tech has announced the return of its legendary coach, appointing Cianelli as the new Director of Track & Field and Cross Country, marking a thrilling new chapter in a story already rich with success, leadership, and legacy. After previously stepping away from day-to-day duties, Cianelli’s return signals both continuity and renewed ambition for Hokies…
The Final Victory: Chuck Hartman’s Legendary Career Ends with Sean O’Brien’s Walk-Off Home Run In the world of college baseball, few names carry as much reverence as Chuck Hartman. Over the course of a five-decade career, Hartman became a symbol of consistency, character, and championship-caliber coaching. So it was only fitting that the final victory of his remarkable tenure came in a fashion that legends are made of: a dramatic walk-off home run by senior slugger Sean O’Brien. It was the kind of ending Hollywood couldn’t script better. Facing a bitter rival on a breezy Saturday afternoon, Hartman’s…
A storied career closes with the ultimate honor; Dave Cianelli inducted to USTFCCCA Hall of Fame The USFTCCCA has annouced the addition of former Director of Track & Field and Cross Country, Dave Cianelli, to the 2024 Hall of Fame class. Cianelli joins 223 esteemed coaches with the honor. Prior to the start of the 2023-24 competition seasons, Cianelli annouced his retirement from collegiate coaching and Virginia Tech. In his final year at Tech, he accumulated a third consecutive women’s indoor track and field ACC Championship, 17 All-American honors, an Olympic Trials qualifying result, an ACC MVP, Southeast Region Women’s…
BREAKING: 5-Star Tight End Oscar Delp Decommits from Georgia, Commits to Notre Dame Over SEC Powers In a stunning turn of events on the 2025 recruiting trail, 5-star tight end Oscar Delp (6’5″, 245 lbs) has officially decommitted from the Georgia Bulldogs and announced his commitment to the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. Delp, widely regarded as the top tight end prospect in the nation, chose the Irish over a host of college football heavyweights, including Clemson, Texas A&M, LSU, and Florida. This unexpected flip is a massive recruiting victory for Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman and tight…