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Virginia to Host California in Pivotal ACC Matchup on Nov. 14

Virginia will welcome California to Scott Stadium on November 14, a first‑time meeting that could decide the ACC race. Coach Tony Elliott stresses the importance of finishing strong, while Cal’s new coach Tosh Lupoi looks to reshape the roster after a wave of departures.

Jun 23, 2026

Virginia Tech Hopes to Capitalize on NCAA Tournament Expansion

Virginia Tech’s men’s basketball program entered the 2025‑26 season with a promising 11‑2 start in non‑conference play, only to see its momentum stall during ACC competition. Injuries and close defeats left the team outside the NCAA Tournament, a result that has become all too familiar for the Hokies in recent years. The NCAA announced an expansion to 76 teams beginning next March, a change that could open a new pathway for Virginia Tech. Early bracketology from CBS Sports placed the Hokies among the ‘Last Four In,’ while ESPN analyst Joe Lunardi kept them on the outside looking in, highlighting the uncertainty surrounding their at‑large prospects. Roster movement has been a focal point of the offseason. Key contributors Amani Hansberry, Tyler Johnson and Ben Hammond are slated to return, providing continuity and experience. Freshmen Neoklis Avdalas and Christian Gurdak, however, have transferred out, prompting the coaching staff to integrate new talent while preserving the core that helped the team start strong. Beyond the court, Virginia Tech’s athletics department announced it would decline any invitation to the NIT, a decision that reflects a shift in strategic priorities. The administration, led by the university’s sports administration, is now focused on aligning resources with a realistic path to NCAA qualification. Fans and analysts alike are hopeful that the combination of a larger tournament bracket, a retooled roster and a clear coaching philosophy will translate into a postseason berth. If the Hokies can translate early-season promise into consistent ACC performance, a return to March Madness may finally materialize.

Jun 22, 2026

Shore Area Girls Basketball Legends: 42 Icons of the Game

USA TODAY Sports spotlights the 42 greatest girls basketball players from the Shore region, tracing their high school triumphs, college breakthroughs and professional legacies within the broader celebration of America’s 250 greatest sports figures.

Jun 12, 2026