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Mike Young

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Brett Freeman Set to Debut for Tarleton State

Coach Eric Haut announced the addition of Virginia Tech guard Brett Freeman, highlighting his high school achievements, redshirt development, and the program's strategic growth through the transfer portal.

Jul 23, 2026

Iowa Hawkeyes to Host Virginia Tech in Sioux City Showdown

The Hawkeyes and the Hokies will meet in Sioux City on a Tuesday night in November, with tickets going on sale June 26. The game pits two programs riding recent NCAA Tournament successes and first‑year coaches who have already made deep runs.

Jun 30, 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