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Sons of Saturday: Virginia Tech Hokies
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Sons of Saturday is a Virginia Tech Podcast focused on Hokies Athletics and campus life. Featuring exclusive interviews, game previews and analysis, and conversations about life in the Tech community both on and off campus. A podcast for Hokies, by Hokies.
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A New Era in Blacksburg: Brian White is Virginia Tech's Next Director of Athletics
2w ago00:26:18Tap to summarizeRyan Castle breaks down the breaking news out of Blacksburg today that Virginia Tech has officially hired Brian White as its new Vice President and Director of Athletics. White comes to Blacksburg after eight years leading FAU, where he helped oversee one of the most successful stretches in school history, including FAU men’s basketball’s Final Four run, major department growth, and a move into a bigger era of college athletics. Now he steps into a massive moment at Virginia Tech: James Franklin is in place, fundraising momentum is building, facilities are moving forward, and Hokie Athletics is trying to position itself for the future of the ACC and modern college sports. Ryan breaks down the hire, White’s background, what he brings to Blacksburg, and what this means for the next era of Virginia Tech Athletics.
Transcribe →Updates on James Franklin's ELITE 2027 Class
3w ago00:57:31Tap to summarizePat checks in with 24'7 / VTScoop's Matej Sis to recap the Knicks' championship celebration in NYC and get a pulse check on the 2027 recruiting class that currently has VT ranked in the top 10.
Transcribe →Virginia Tech Surges Past Penn State in Recruiting Rankings After 2 New Blue Chip Commitments
4w ago00:17:17Tap to summarizeJames Franklin has the Hokies sitting at 7th in the Country after landing 2 four stars on Sunday in Cam Wade and Bryce Woods. This moves VT ahead of Penn State for the 2027 class and on pace to break several Virginia Tech recruiting rankings.
Transcribe →Virginia Tech Secures MASSIVE Gift Following BOV Vote + Inside top 10 for 2027 Class
Jun 300:30:34Tap to summarizeFollowing the unanimous approval of Hokie Ventures, Virginia Tech is expected to receive the largest single donation in University history. Also, Hokies climbed into the top-10 for the 2027 class following two more commitments on the heels of a HUGE weekend for James Franklin and company.
Transcribe →Virginia Tech Hosts MASSIVE Recruiting Weekend and Climbs into Top-10 Class
Jun 201:04:50Tap to summarizeThe Summer of James Franklin is here early as VT hosted one of the biggest recruiting weekends in recent memory that included a ton of talent from across the country, including the top recruit in Virginia. We also cover the latest BOV developments with the Hokies, the Save College Football Act, and much more.
Transcribe →The Save College Sports Act COULD be on to Something! | VT Kickoff times + Game Superlatives
May 2801:34:17Tap to summarizeCoach Holmes and BRM react to the bipartisan legislation brought forward by Ted Cruz and Maria Cantwell. The "Save College Sports Act" takes aim at some of the most controversial issues plaguing College Sports today and MIGHT actually be the start of much-needed change in our game.
Transcribe →9 Wins or Less! | NC State's Pre-Season Vibe Check + MDW Classic War Movies and Best Castaway Tunes
May 2501:14:13Tap to summarizeNC State graduate, Craig Nance, joins the show to take a look back at the Wolfpack's 2025 season and look at where the vibe of the fanbase lies as we turn the page to 2026. We also dive into the best music options on a desert island and some all-time war movies.
Transcribe →Another HUGE Commitment Lands Virginia Tech in the Top-15 for the 2027 Recruiting Class
May 2000:14:40Tap to summarizeTexas running back Javian Jones-Priest, announced his commitment to Virginia Tech today over the likes of Oregon, Florida, Oklahoma State, and more. This moved the Hokies 2027 recruiting class into the top-15 nationally. James Franklin is COOKING!
Transcribe →Virginia Tech Lands Top-10 Quarterback Commitment | Hokies Stay RED HOT on the Trail
May 1500:24:55Tap to summarizeTabor Academy (MA) Quarterback, Peter Bourque, announced his commitment to the Hokies over Georgia. This addition catapults Virginia Tech to the 16th-ranked class for the 2027 class. On a monumental day for Virginia Tech, the Sons of Saturday react to an incredible recruiting win. Peter Bourque, a top-tier quarterback, has committed to the Hokies, significantly boosting their future in college football. This development has the team buzzing, especially after beating out UGA for such a crucial player, and impacting their standing on 247 sports.
Transcribe →David Pollack on the Future of College Football, the Importance of Faith, and Making Every Day Count
May 1400:25:32Tap to summarizeCollege Football LEGEND, David Pollack joins the show to share his journey through adversity, insights on college football, and the importance of faith, resilience, and purpose. Discover how he turned setbacks into lessons and his vision for the future of college sports, along with some insight on Virginia Tech's future with James Franklin and beyond.
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