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Virginia Tech athletic predictions for the 2024 calendar year
It’s hard to believe it, but 2024 is here. It was an up and down 2023 in terms of athletics at Virginia Tech, but there are signs that 2024 could be one of the better years for the Hokies. With that said, here are some predictions for Virginia Tech Athletics for the next 12 months.
There are still 18 ACC games remaining for head coach Mike Young and his team, but it’s hard to see them finding enough wins to get into the NCAA Tournament. They are a team that relies on their 3-point shooting and despite the emergence of Lynn Kidd, they struggle to rebound the ball and guard athletic teams. An NIT bid is likely in their future again in March.
Last March was one that Virginia Tech women’s basketball won’t forget with Kenny Brooks and his team winning the ACC Tournament Championship and then winning the Seattle Regional to advance to the Final Four in Dallas, but losing to LSU in the semifinals. This season they return Elizabeth Kitley, Georgia Amoore, and Cayla King with a good supporting cast, but they will need consistent depth from their bench. One more prediction for the Hokies is that Kitley will win another ACC Player of the Year Award.
Last season the Hokies made the NCAA Tournament, but lost on Opening Weekend in the Athens Regional. They sandwiched losses to Georgia around wins over Boston University. This season, the Hokies will get another shot early in the season with the Bulldogs in late February.
Some people might think this is crazy, but it’s not if you’ve been paying attention. I’m not saying he’s going to win the award or even be in New York, however, he will be in the conversation. A full offseason with all of his receivers back, along with running back Bhayshul Tuten and the duel-threat Drones is, he should be in the conversation in 2024 for the Heisman Trophy.
The hype around the Hokies is real and with the returning players, transfer additions, and some of the promising recruits coming that can make an impact, 10 wins is not out of the question. Their non-conference schedule is certainly manageable and if they win five ACC games this season, there’s no reason they won’t improve next fall.
At the end of training camp, Brent Pry announced that tight end Nick Gallo was lost for the season with an injury. It was a big blow to the position of the Hokies. Dae’Quan Wright has entered the transfer portal and with no tight end in this recruiting class, Gallo returning on a medical redshirt is very much an option.
Last season the Hokies won 30 games, but missed out on the NCAA Tournament after getting swept out of the ACC Tournament. They have a good recruiting class coming withas some veterans returning and should be in the mix of the conference this season.
After finishing the season 7-6 and getting most of their players back along with key transfers and a good recruiting class, the hype around Virginia Tech will be real and they should be a Top 20 ranked team when the season begins.
With the calendar changing to 2024, there is a lot to like with Virginia Tech athletics going into the New Year. Happy New Year to all the great Hokies fans and here’s to a fun 2024!
WASHINGTON – Last weekend’s winter storm dumped five to 12 inches of snow across the DMV, leaving many roads unshoveled or covered in ice.
As a result, several school districts in the area have either canceled school or will have a delayed start on Monday, Feb. 2.
Stay with the FOX 5 Weather Team for the latest forecast updates and check the updated list of closings and delays. The FOX LOCAL app is your source for live FOX 5 DC weather updates. Click here to download.
Full list of school closings and delays for Monday, February 2
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Virginia State Parks Invite Public to Join 2026 Great Backyard Bird Count | Williamsburg Yorktown Daily
RICHMOND — Virginia State Parks are calling nature lovers and bird enthusiasts to participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count Feb. 13–16.
The annual global event brings together millions of people to observe and record bird species, helping scientists track bird populations and migration patterns, according to the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation.
Participants are asked to spend 15 minutes on one or more days during the count observing birds in their backyard, local park or favorite outdoor space, DCR explains. Observations can be logged using the Merlin Bird ID app for identification or the eBird Mobile app for submitting sightings.
Virginia State Parks across the commonwealth will be hosting programs and events to enhance your birding experience, DCR added.
Those interested in participating in this year’s bird count can find an event or related program at one of several participating parks:
- Bear Creek Lake, Cumberland
- Caledon, King George
- Fairy Stone, Stuart
- Hungry Mother, Marion
- Lake Anna, Spotsylvania
- New River Trail, Max Meadows
- Powhatan, Powhatan
- Staunton River Battlefield, Randolph
To learn more about Backyard Bird Count events at Virginia State Parks, visit dcr.virginia.
ROCKBRIDGE COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) – A Georgia woman was arrested in Virginia Friday, January 30 after a police chase, according to the Rockbridge County Sheriff’s Office.
The Rockbridge County Sheriff’s Office assisted Virginia State Police and the Augusta County Sheriff’s Office at 1:15 a.m. with a high-speed chase on I-81.
The pursuit originated in Augusta County and entered Rockbridge County traveling southbound on I-81, according to deputies. Deputies say the suspect was reported to be traveling at speeds exceeding 100 miles per hour and driving erratically, posing a significant risk to public safety.
Officers coordinated a controlled response, including the deployment of tire deflation devices, according to deputies. Deputies say the vehicle was successfully disabled, bringing the pursuit to a safe conclusion near mile marker 197.
Melissa Lee Mathura, 43 of Mansfield, Georgia, was taken into custody and transported for medical evaluation as a precaution. She was charged in Augusta County with felony eluding, reckless driving, and driving under the influence (second offense within five years).
“This incident highlights the importance of strong inter-agency cooperation and disciplined decision-making during high-risk situations,” said Sheriff Tony McFaddin. “Thanks to the coordinated efforts of all involved agencies, this pursuit was brought to a safe conclusion and the threat to the public was minimized.”
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