Wofford College will open its men’s basketball season by welcoming Virginia Tech to the Jerry Richardson Indoor Stadium on October 16, marking the first meeting of the two programs in over a decade and anchoring a weekend of Homecoming festivities.
A Familiar Face Returns to Spartanburg
Mike Young, who guided Wofford to five Southern Conference titles and two NCAA Tournament appearances during a 17‑year head‑coaching tenure, returns to the venue where he once celebrated those triumphs. His departure after the 2018‑19 season paved the way for Kevin Giltner to take the helm, but Young’s legacy continues to shape the program’s identity.
Ticket sales will begin on July 20 for current season ticket holders, with general admission opening on August 3. Wofford students can expect to purchase tickets in September, ensuring that the home crowd will be a blend of alumni, students, and out‑of‑state supporters.
Kevin Giltner, a longtime assistant at Virginia Tech before returning to Wofford, compiled a 19‑13 record in the 2025‑26 season and was part of five Southern Conference championships as a player and coach. His experience on the Hokies’ staff adds a unique storyline to the upcoming clash.
The game is embedded in Wofford’s Homecoming celebrations, promising a lively atmosphere as the campus community rallies behind its team. For Virginia Tech, the matchup offers a chance to test new strategies under Young’s guidance and to gauge the current form of a Wofford squad that finished the previous season ranked in the AP Top 25.
Fans can look forward to a competitive contest that highlights the intertwined histories of two programs and underscores the excitement surrounding college basketball’s early‑season schedule.