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Virginia Tech athletics preparations

Overview

Virginia Tech is preparing for the 2026-2027 athletic season across various programs.

In women’s basketball, head coach Megan Duffy is managing a significantly revamped roster that returns only six players from the previous year. The team has integrated new players via the transfer portal and a freshman class, including Alyssa Latham and Lauren Hurst. Coach Duffy has noted a strategic shift toward a greater emphasis on offensive play.

Additionally, the university has announced new gameday experiences at Cassell Coliseum for basketball, including various theme nights and a ‘Free Under 3’ initiative. In wrestling, head coach Tony Robie has expressed high expectations for the upcoming season, citing a roster that includes returning national champion Caleb Henson and several All-Americans, with the goal of competing for a team trophy at the NCAA championships.

Entities

Virginia Tech · Megan Duffy · ACC · Bo Bassett · Georgia Tech

Timeline

  1. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Virginia Tech athletics prepare for 2026-27 season

    Virginia Tech announces gameday promotions for the 2026-27 basketball season and highlights a highly talented wrestling roster aiming for NCAA championship contention.

  2. [SPORTS] 5 sources
    Virginia Tech women's basketball prepares for 2026-2027 season

    Virginia Tech women's basketball enters the 2026-2027 season with a revamped roster and a new offensive focus following the ACC Tip-Off.

Sources

gobblercountry.com · hokiesports.com · si.com · theclemsoninsider.com · virginiasports.com · virginiatech.sportswar.com