Lawrence Johnson Named Clemson's Director of Track & Field and Cross Country Jul 31, 2008
Under Johnson's watchful eye, Harrison became the first female in Virginia Tech athletics history to be named to a U.S. Olympic team. Also in 2008, Harrison was named Southeast Region Track Athlete-of-the-Year after setting ACC records in winning both the 100m and 400m hurdles at the NCAA East Regional in Tallahassee, FL. Harrison was also ACC Champion in the 400m hurdles and runner-up in the 100m hurdles. (Clemsontigers.com)
Hokies, Tide working on 2009 opener Jul 17, 2008
The Virginia Tech Athletics Department confirmed today that Virginia Tech is pursuing a 2009 opener with an SEC team at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta, Ga. The likely opponent appears to be the University of Alabama. (Virginia Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
Va. Tech LB Hall game-time decision for Orange Jan 3, 2008
Virginia Tech athletics spokesman Bryan Johnston said Hall was in the water when the injury occurred. Although Hall rode a personal watercraft at the party, he wasn't injured while riding it, Johnston said. (ESPN -- College Football News)
Va. Tech mockery incites anger Dec 7, 2007
" The Virginia Tech athletics department wrote in a letter last week that "no group showed more support for Virginia Tech students than the student body of Penn State. " Josh Valentine (sophomore-recreation, park and tourism management) summed up what probably is the worst fear for a university that prided itself on extending a helping hand to a sister institution in need. "If I was at Virginia Tech, I would hate Penn State for life," he said. Collegian Staff Writer Leslie Small contributed to... (Daily Collegian, PA)
School still has love for Vick Nov 2, 2007
Virginia Tech athletics director Jim Weaver concedes there were parts of the Hokie fan base who wondered if all the tributes should remain in place after Vick pleaded guilty to federal dog fighting charges in August. Vick is scheduled to be sentenced on Dec. 10. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Providence College Hires Sarah Gwizdowski as Head Cheerlead... Sep 21, 2007
She was honored with the Virginia Tech Athletics All-Academic Award. Gwizdowski earned valuable coaching experience while working at National Cheerleading Association summer camps throughout the east coast, including camps in Virginia and Maryland. (Friars.com)
Cooperation unlikely to help Vick in legal battle Aug 29, 2007
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Beamer Plays Ball with nTelos Aug 23, 2007
"We are pleased to partner with nTelos for our upcoming football season - and we are looking forward to the co-promotional opportunities the sponsorship includes," agreed Virginia Tech Athletic Director Jim Weaver, who added that support from the football sponsorship will be used to support student athletes across all 21 Virginia Tech athletics programs. "nTelos is a very strong supporter of Virginia Tech and has worked with the school for several years," stated nTelos wireless President Carl... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Virginia Tech's Weaver Opens With 76 At British Open Jul 21, 2007
From Virginia Tech Athletics. CARNOUSTIE, Scotland - Virginia Tech golfer Drew Weaver shot an opening round five-over-par 76 in the 2007 British Open Championship on Thursday morning. (Kpmariners.com)
Virginia Tech Makes Announcement on Upcoming Sporting Events Apr 19, 2007
com) - In light of the tragedy on April 16, the Virginia Tech Athletics Department has made the following decisions regarding its athletics teams. The remainder of Tech's spring football session, including Saturday's Spring Game, has been canceled. (Mac-Sports.com)
Full Story from The Collegiate Times Apr 19, 2007
U-WIRE.com/Virginia Tech athletics on hold for third straight day ... Virginia Tech athletics on hold for third straight day. (U-Wire.com)
Virginia Tech suspends spring practice Apr 18, 2007
In light of the tragedy in Blacksburg on Monday, the Virginia Tech athletics department has announced Tuesday afternoon that the rest of spring practice is finished including the Spring football game which was scheduled to occur on Saturday. Other sports including Tuesday's softball game against East Tennessee State and Wednesday's baseball game against William have also been canceled. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
