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Inside HokieSports 4/30: Ticket Punched

Inside HokieSports 4/30: Ticket Punched

Women's Golf Earns Third Consecutive NCAA Regional Berth

April 30, 2026

Good morning, Tech Fam. The numbers speak for themselves!

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What else are we covering in today’s edition, Hokies?

⛳️ Ticket Punched
🏈 All New Edition
⚾️ Bringing The Lumber
🦃 And much, much more!

🏈 ALL NEW EDITION

Now we have an idea of what the Virginia Tech football team will look like in 2026. And it looks pretty good!

Since last November, the Hokies’ football program has been in a state of flux. Coaching changes, player attrition, portal additions, new schemes, and new faces everywhere.

The ‘tear-down’ and ‘rebuild’ have happened remarkably quickly under architect James Franklin.

🔼 Ticket Punched. On Wednesday, Virginia Tech women’s golf team has earned an NCAA regional bid for the seventh time in program history. The Hokies will be a sixth seed in the Simpsonville Regional, which will be contested May 11-13.

This selection has marked the third consecutive appearance and the seventh NCAA regional appearance in 10 years of the program.

⛳️ More On The NCAA Berth

🔼 Mighty Michelle. When you set a program record and bash three HRs, you’re going to garner some recognition.

That was the case for junior Michelle Chatfield, who was not only named the ACC Player of the Week, but also the NFCA Division Player of the Week after a monster week at the plate.

In Saturday’s home victory, Chatfield bashed three HRs and set a new single-game record for RBIs with nine. On the week, she hit .583 with four HRs and 11 RBIs for the Hokies.

🔼 Bringing The Lumber. It’s only right that a carpenter is bringing the lumber.

Former Virginia Tech standout Kerry Carpenter is off to another strong start for the Detroit Tigers.

Now in his fifth MLB season, Carpenter has already blasted six HRs in just 27 games and is on pace for 25+ for the second straight season. He is searching to become the first former Hokie to reach 20+ HRs in three or more MLB seasons.

⚾️ A Look at Carpenter’s Season So Far

🔼 Coming Soon. This is one you won’t want to miss.

Tonight, an all-new episode of “Set In Stone”, the Virginia Tech behind-the-scenes series will be revealed with some special Hokie legends sitting down for exclusive interviews.

🖥️ Catch Up On The Series

🙌 CAN’T MISS THIS!

This week, Virginia Tech Athletics announced themed group offerings for the upcoming 2026 football season, giving fans even more ways to experience the excitement of gameday at Lane Stadium.

With the highly anticipated debut of head coach James Franklin in Blacksburg, momentum around the Hokies is building fast.

Discounted tickets are now available for groups of 10 or more, giving your crew the chance to see Franklin’s squad in action during themed gamedays packed with unforgettable moments, exclusive experiences and unbeatable Hokie spirit. From youth groups and educators to military members and local organizations, there’s an option for everyone to celebrate in Lane Stadium.

🤔 HOKIE TRIVIA

Prior to Michelle Chatfield’s record-setting performance against UNC on Saturday, who was the last Hokie to record 8+ RBIs in a game?

Got a guess?

Scroll to the bottom and find out!

📆 THE DAYS AHEAD

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🎉 TRIVIA ANSWER

Answer: Megan Evans (2004)

🦃 Have a great one, y’all!