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Allen Leads Temple Over Virginia Tech 61-50

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 05:40:36 +0000

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Lavoy Allen scored 18 points and grabbed 10 rebounds to lead Temple to a 61-50 win over Virginia Tech on Friday night in a matchup of unbeaten teams.

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Virginia Tech-Virginia: What Hokie Fans Think About the Rivalry

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 14:52:42 +0000

Any time the Hokies take on the Hoos, everyone's interest is drawn regardless of each team's record. It pretty much has to be this way because Virginia has been down the last few years. In fact, Virginia has beaten Virginia Tech only once since 1999. Matt Schaub and company defeated the Hokies in Charlottesville during the 2003 season, and the play that put the Hokies under was the fake field goal (remember, Schaub used to be the holder) bootleg pass to current Pittsburgh Steeler Heath Miller. The Hoos went on to win 35-21 but have not seen the win column since. Virginia has had some decent teams since 2003, and back in 2007 the game actually decided who would represent the Coastal Division in the ACC. Tech prevailed and went on to defeat Boston College in the ACC Championship. However, the last two years the Cavaliers have been playing for pride instead of championships. Virginia had a chance to make a bowl last season if they beat the Hokies, and they came pretty close. The Hoos ...

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ACC Predictions for Nov 28: Miami, UNC, VT, BC, Wake All Win

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 05:08:49 +0000

Before I get to the big games of the weekend where the ACC will take on the SEC, lets take a look at some of the undercard games in the conference. Miami Hurricanes at South Florida Bulls Saturday 3:30PM ET TV: ABC/ESPN Line: Miami -1 An interesting note about this game is that it is off most boards; I had to dig to find a line on it. Despite the close proximity, these teams will be meeting for just the second time ever on Saturday. Miami defeated USF in the only other meeting in 2005. The Bulls have played much better at home this season, but those numbers are skewed with two contests coming against 1-AA competition early on. Miami is playing better on both sides of the ball in their last three games after a brief mid season slump. I like an improving Hurricanes run defense to slow down BJ Daniels and South Florida enough to gut out a win. Miami Wins Miami Covers -1 Virginia Tech Hokies at Virginia Cavaliers Saturday 3:30PM ET TV: ABC/ESPN ...

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Virginia Tech Tops Campbell 71-60

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 02:30:26 +0000

BUIES CREEK, N.C. (AP) -- J.T. Thompson scored a season-high 17 points and Virginia Tech pulled away late for a 71-60 victory against Campbell on Monday night.

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NC State coordinator Bible has leukemia (AP)

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 20:10:48 +0000

North Carolina State coach Tom O'Brien says offensive coordinator Dana Bible has been diagnosed with leukemia. Bible didn't travel with the Wolfpack in last weekend's loss at Virginia Tech and also will miss this weekend's season finale against No. 23 North Carolina. O'Brien says the 56-year-old Bible will be hospitalized for 30 days of treatment.

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Conference Call: Tar Heels torrid in ACC

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 18:50:26 +0000

Each week, Sporting News' Matt Hayes ranks the Division I-A conferences—and the teams within each league. 4. ACC 1. Georgia Tech 2. Clemson 3. North Carolina 4. Virginia Tech 5. Miami 6. Boston College 7. Florida State 8. Duke 9. Wake Forest 10. N.C. State 11. Virginia 12. Maryland Rising North Carolina: How in the world did this team lose its first three league games? Unthinkable home losses to Virginia and Florida State will keep Tar Heels from playing in their first BCS bowl. Falling N.C. State: Tom O'Brien's teams at N.C. State (and Boston College) always have played well in November. After blowout losses to Clemson and Virginia Tech, you can scratch that. Matt Hayes covers college football for Sporting News. E-mail him at mhayes@sportingnews.com .

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BCS at-large bids up for grabs in final weeks

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:53:43 +0000

Iowa and Penn State ended their seasons eligible for an at-large BCS bid, and Oklahoma State and Virginia Tech are also in position to be eligible for invites to the four big-money bowl games even though they have no shot to win their conferences.

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BCS At-Large Bids Up for Grabs in Final Weeks

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:30:23 +0000

NEW YORK (AP) -- Iowa and Penn State ended their seasons eligible for an at-large BCS bid, and Oklahoma State and Virginia Tech are also in position to be eligible for invites to the four big-money bowl games even though they have no shot to win their conferences.

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Top seven unchanged in BCS poll

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 22:56:46 +0000

NEW YORK (AP) -- Iowa and Penn State ended their seasons eligible for an at-large BCS selection, and Oklahoma State and Virginia Tech are also in position to become eligible for big-money bowl bids.

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BCS at-large bids up for grabs in final weeks

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 22:43:05 +0000

Iowa and Penn State ended their seasons eligible for an at-large BCS selection, and Oklahoma State and Virginia Tech are also in position to become eligible for big-money bowl bids.

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ACC, Pac-10 and SEC Capsules Week 12

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 05:31:01 +0000

Atlantic Coast Conference Conference Leaders: Clemson (Atlantic Division; 8-3, 6-2) and Georgia Tech (Coastal Division; 10-1, 7-1) have both clinched their respective divisions and will meet for the ACC Championship Game on Dec. 5. Game of Last Week: Clemson 34, Virginia 21. With the Atlantic Division waiting to be claimed after Boston College lost, the Tigers took full advantage, as a full team effort allowed Clemson to claim victory on Senior Day. Game of Next Week: Virginia vs. Virginia Tech. With few inter-conference battles scheduled for next Saturday, this rivalry game is sure to be a good one. Bowl Eligible Teams: Boston College Golden Eagles, Miami Hurricanes, Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, Virginia Tech Hokies, North Carolina Tar Heels, Florida State Seminoles. Pac-10 Conference Leader : Oregon (9-2, 7-1) Lurking: Oregon State (8-3, 6-2) Game of Last Week: Oregon 44, Arizona 41. With both teams looking for a bid to the Rose Bowl, this double overtime ...

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Virginia Tech Beats UNC-Greensboro 59-46

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 02:31:15 +0000

BLACKSBURG, Va. (AP) -- Jeff Allen recorded a double-double and Virginia Tech broke open a tie game with an 11-0 run midway through the second half en route to a 59-46 victory over UNC-Greensboro on Tuesday night.

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Virginia Tech: Hokie Fans Still Skeptical of the Offense

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:53:14 +0000

Virginia Tech went into College Park on Saturday and laid down the hammer on the Terp's, but that was expected. Maryland had only two wins this season, and one came against an FCS school (James Madison) in overtime. But if you're a Hokies fan you have to look at the positives. Tech was a big favorite over East Carolina and scored only one touchdown. They struggled to move the ball through the air. Saturday against Maryland, Tyrod Taylor had one of his best games through the air and on the ground. Taylor finally didn't hesitate to run the ball out of the pocket and ended up with 80 yards rushing and over 250 passing yards and three scores through the air. His running ability opens up the pass. Taylor has to continue to do this. Now the Hokies attention is shifting towards NC State, and many of the Virginia Tech faithful still aren't very confident in their teams ability. More so, the teams consistency is a major area of concern. "I just have a feeling, I don't know if it will happen, but I ...

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Virginia Tech, Cincinnati to meet in D.C. in 2012

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 19:13:21 +0000

LANDOVER, Md. (AP) -- Virginia Tech has secured yet another game in the D.C. suburbs, agreeing to play Cincinnati at the Washington Redskins stadium in 2012.

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Conference Call: Georgia Tech is rolling

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:44:56 +0000

Each week, Sporting News' Matt Hayes ranks the Division I-A conferences—and the teams within each league. 3. ACC 1. Georgia Tech 2. Clemson 3. North Carolina 4. Virginia Tech 5. Miami 6. Boston College 7. Florida State 8. Wake Forest 9. Duke 10. N.C. State 11. Maryland 12. Virginia Rising Georgia Tech: Jackets have won eight in a row, and by beating Georgia in two weeks and then winning the ACC championship game, can tie the school record for wins in a season (12). Falling Wake Forest: Five straight losses ended any hope of extending bowl streak to four seasons. How close has this season been? Wake has lost five games—two in overtime—by a combined 13 points. Matt Hayes covers college football for Sporting News. E-mail him at mhayes@sportingnews.com .

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Va. Tech, Cincy to play at FedEx in 2012 (AP)

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:28:39 +0000

Virginia Tech has secured yet another game in the D.C. suburbs, agreeing to play Cincinnati at the Washington Redskins stadium in 2012. The game will mark the Hokies' third trip to FedEx Field, following a meeting with Southern California in 2004 and a matchup with Boise State next year. The stadium will also host Penn State vs.

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Taylor passes No. 20 Virginia Tech past Maryland

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 22:52:33 +0000

COLLEGE PARK, Md.(AP) Now that Virginia Tech has another winning streak going, the Hokies intend to make the best of a season that once appeared in danger of falling apart.

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Taylor, Va. Tech make quick work of Maryland

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 21:38:02 +0000

Tyrod Taylor threw for 268 yards and a career-high three touchdowns, and Virginia Tech built an early 24-point lead before coasting to a 36-9 win.

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Taylor powers No. 20 Va. Tech to win (AP)

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 21:37:19 +0000

Tyrod Taylor threw for 268 yards and a career-high three touchdowns, and No. 20 Virginia Tech built an early 24-point lead before coasting to a 36-9 victory over Maryland on Saturday. The Hokies (7-3, 4-2 Atlantic Coast Conference) amassed 289 yards in the first half and 484 overall. Taylor threw each of his TD passes in the opening 23 minutes to help Virginia Tech go up 27-3.

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Taylor leads No. 20 Va. Tech over Maryland 36-9

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 21:17:06 +0000

Tyrod Taylor threw for 268 yards and a career-high three touchdowns, and No. 20 Virginia Tech built an early 24-point lead before coasting to a 36-9 victory over Maryland on Saturday.

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