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Inside HokieSports 6/25: A New Era Has Arrived
White Formally Introduced To Hokie Nation
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Good morning, Tech Fam. Did you miss yesterday’s press conference?
What all are we covering in today’s edition, Hokies? Check it out below!
🏈 See Ya In Charlotte
🏀 League Him
🙌 A New Era Has Arrived
🦃 And much, much more!
🦃 A NEW ERA HAS ARRIVED
An exciting new era is here in Blacksburg! In this live blog, we're capturing every step as Brian White, Virginia Tech's new vice president and director of athletics takes the helm.
Experience every moment from his arrival and press conference to fan reactions and behind-the-scenes coverage of his first days as Hokie Nation's new leader.
Stay updated on all the buzz, reactions, and stories as a nationally-recognized, proven builder and revenue generator begins to lead a bold new era of Hokie Athletics.
🔼 See Ya In Charlotte. We are just a few weeks away from the annual ACC Kickoff event in Charlotte.
This week, the ACC announced Virginia Tech football student-athletes, defensive lineman Kemari Copeland, safety Tyson Flowers, and running back Marcellous Hawkins will join Head Coach James Franklin at the event on July 16.
The ACC Football Kickoff will span three full days of interviews, from July 15th to 17th, at the Hilton Charlotte Uptown in Charlotte, North Carolina. The event will feature all 17 football teams with ACC Network providing coverage throughout all three days, including live interviews with head coaches and student-athletes, press conferences and more.
🔼 League Him. For the 28th time overall and the first time since 2019, a Hokie was selected in the NBA Draft.
On Wednesday night, high-flying Tobi Lawal was drafted by the Dallas Mavericks in the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft with the 48th overall pick.
This past season, the 6-foot-8 London native started 17 times in 23 appearances and averaged 12.3 points per game while shooting 54% from the field. His rebounding mark of 8.5 per contest ranked in the top 10 amongst ACC athletes and he recorded 15 rebounds on two occasions. He scored in double figures 14 times and eclipsed 20 three times.
🔼 Putting In The Work. We may still be a few months away, but the preparation for Hokie hoops is well underway.
Don’t miss out and secure your seats today!
Men’s basketball ticket memberships and women’s basketball season tickets for the 2026-27 season are ON SALE NOW!
🏈 COUNTIN’ DOWN: 72 DAYS
Throughout the summer, we will be counting down the days
to the return of Virginia Tech Football this fall. The Hokies will host
VMI on September 5 at 7:30 p.m.
Wearing #7️⃣2️⃣ this year will be one of the new faces to Blacksburg, Justin Terry, a transfer from Ohio State.
The 6-5, 358 pound OL played in six games for the Buckeyes last season, including a total of 57 offensive snaps.
Originally from Pickerington, Ohio, Terry was an All-State honoree and arrives at Tech ready to compete for a starting role up front for the Hokies this fall.
🤔 HOKIE TRIVIA
As we mentioned, Tobi Lawal is the 28th Hokie ever selected in the NBA Draft.
Who was the first-ever Virginia Tech alum selected?
Hint: The year was 1961
Got a guess?
Scroll to the bottom and find out!
📆 THE DAYS AHEAD
*all times are ET*
Saturday, Sept. 5
🏈 Football vs. VMI @ 7:30pm | ACC Network | Listen | Live Stats | Buy Tickets
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🎉 TRIVIA ANSWER
Answer: Chris Smith (second round, Syracuse Nationals)
🦃 Have a great one, y’all!