On this Hokie Podcast, Virginia Tech football coach Frank Beamer discusses the Hokies 2008 spring practice and explains why he was so impressed with his team during the recent workouts. Also, quarterback coach Mike O'Cain explains the plan for Sean Glennon and Tyrod Taylor heading into the 2008 season. Both players made improvements during spring ball which has O'Cain excited. Also, where do Ju Ju Clayton and Marcus Davis fit into the Hokies long-range plans at QB?

Length: 12:51
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Virginia Tech offensive coordinator previews the 2008 spring game and what he's looking at this week from his running backs, offensive line, and receivers. "This is a big spring for guys like Danny Coale, Patrick Terry, and Zack Luckett who need to step up because there are some big shoes to fill," Stinespring said. Also who is the one key offensive lineman to watch? The coach has details. Also, a look back at the 2007 Virginia Tech football plays of the year. Note: The Hokie Podcast will resume following the spring game and will update periodically during the spring and summer. It will resume its weekly schedule in August.

Length: 12:35
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Virginia Tech’s football team opened spring practice this week. The Hokies have some holes to fill on both sides of the ball and on today’s Hokie Podcast, the focus is on defense. Coordinator Bud Foster discusses the position changes on defense and some new names: Justin Young, Courtney Prince and Kwamaine Battle, and Barquell Rivers that are in the spotlight this week. Also, new positions for Davon Morgan and Kam Chancellor.

Length: 09:18
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On this week's Hokie Podcast, exclusive ISP Sports interviews from the historic baseball game between Virginia Tech and the New York Yankees, including Bill Roth's emotional post-game interview with Yankees Manager Joe Girardi. Also, interviews with the Yankees Hal Steinbrenner and Johnny Damon, and Virginia Tech's Andrew Wells and Matt Hacker. Also, hear the entire press conference with New York's Alex Rodriguez and Derek Jeter.

Length: 18:50
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From Charlotte, NC, this Hokie Podcast previews the 2008 ACC Tournament. Newport News (Va.) Daily Press Columnist David Teel offers his thoughts on the tournament. David is covering his 25th consecutive ACC Tournament. "Virginia Tech and Maryland have the most at stake," David suggests. Also, the consensus is that for Tech or Maryland to reach the NCAA Tournament, the Hokies or Terps would need to win two games here in Charlotte. Also, Tech freshman J.T. Thompson is playing in his first ACC Tournament, near his hometown. "I grew up watching this event, and now I'm in it," Thompson said with a big grin. Also, N.C. State coach Sidney Lowe and Miami's Frank Haith share insight on their 2:30 p.m. matchup today. The winner will face the Hokies tomorrow. And Tech radio network analyst Mike Burnop offers his comments as well.

Length: 14:09
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Virginia Tech’s basketball team has put together its longest winning streak of the season - at just the right time. The Hokies have won four straight to improve to 9-6 in the ACC, and 18-11 overall. In Tech’s 80-58 win over Wake Forest on Tuesday, Deron Washington scored 22 points and recorded 13 rebounds in a memorable Senior Night performance. We’ll hear from Washington as well as head coach Seth Greenberg whose team faces Clemson Sunday afternoon in South Carolina.

Length: 10:30
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Hoops and baseball on this week's Hokie Podcast. First, Virginia Tech basketball coach Seth Greenberg comments on his team's three-game winning streak, discusses the win over BC and the outlook for the rest of this season. The Hokies are 17-11 overall, and 8-6 in ACC play heading into next Tuesday's game with Wake Forest. That's followed by Tech baseball coach Pete Hughes and ISP's Jerry Massey who preview the 2008 baseball season. The two share an in-depth discussion of Tech's 2008 baseball team, position-by-position.

Length: 14:07
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Virginia Tech senior forward Deron Washington will play his final three regular season home games at Cassell Coliseum over the next 12 days as the Hokies take on Georgia Tech, Boston College, and Wake Forest. On today's Hokie Podcast, Deron discusses his career at Tech, the experience of having his mother move to Blacksburg as a Hurricane Katrina evacuee, and his time on the court in Blacksburg. Plus Deron names his favorite dunk during his career for the Hokies. Also, the latest on Deron's puppy and the details of why the Tech senior has gone from wearing long hair, to a mo-hawk, to a low-cut for the final three home games.

Length: 08:42
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Virginia Tech Director of Athletics Jim Weaver discusses how Western Kentucky University ended up on replacing Bowling Green on Tech’s 2008 football schedule. Also, why Tech’s neutral site game in Charlotte against East Carolina was included in the 2008 season ticket plan. Also, the logistics of hosting the New York Yankees at English Field next month. Also, Tech’s basketball team set for Saturday’s game at Chapel Hill against North Carolina. And Tech’s softball team, ranked in the top-15, plays a tournament this weekend in Charlotte. We’ll hear from head coach Scott Thomas who sat down recently with ISP’s Jerry Massey.

Length: 23:17
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Virginia Tech football recruiting is the focus of today’s Hokie Podcast. Hokie assistant coach and Recruiting Coordinator Jim Cavanaugh runs down Tech’s 2008 class in depth. Three of the top five players in the state of Virginia, and 14 of the top 25, highlight a football recruiting class composed of 31 student-athletes who signed letters-of-intent with Virginia Tech on Wednesday. Highlighting this year's in-state group are three players - Dyrell Roberts (#3 by Roanoke Times), Ryan Williams (#4 by Roanoke Times) and Vinston Painter (#5 by Roanoke Times) - who all earned SuperPrep All-America honors. The Tech coaching staff put heavy emphasis on the receiver and linebacker positions, led by linebacker Bruce Taylor, from Myrtle Beach, S.C. He is ranked the No. 12 inside linebacker in the country by Rivals.com and earned All-America honors from PrepStar. Painter and Ryan Williams also earned All-America honors from PrepStar.

Length: 13:06
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Virginia Tech faces Virginia this Saturday in Blacksburg. Coach Seth Greenberg comments on the game against UVA, plus looks back to Tuesday night's home victory over Florida State in Cassell Coliseum. Also, Virginia Tech freshman guard Hank Thorns comments on Tech's victory over the Seminoles as well as looks ahead to Saturday's game with UVa.

Length: 08:34
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Virginia Tech Coach Seth Greenberg discusses tonight's game between the Hokies and Duke Blue Devils. He also comments at-length on the ACC's suspension of Tech freshman forward Jeff Allen who will miss tonight's game with Duke as well as Saturday's game at Boston College. "I'm very proud of where we are with this young group," Greenberg said about his team which features six freshmen. The coach also discusses his conversations with former N.C. State Coach Herb Sendek on game planning vs. the Blue Devils.

Length: 12:03
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Virginia Tech's Deron Washington scored at the buzzer to lift Virginia Tech to a dramatic 70-69 win over UVa last night. Seth Greenberg comments on the game and Washington discusses his game-winning shot. Also, Mike Burnop comments the decisions of Tech's Brandon Flowers, who opted to leave school early for the NFL, and Victor Harris, who elected to return for his senior season.

Length: 14:54
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Basketball is the theme of this week's Hokie Podcast. In women's basketball, Tech faces No. 3 North Carolina tonight in Cassell Coliseum. We'll hear from both head coaches, Tech's Beth Dunkenberger and UNC's Sylvia Hatchell. On Sunday, the Hokies play at UVA. Cavaliers coach Debbie Ryan will offer her thoughts. Meanwhile, on the men's side, Tech faces Maryland at Cassell Coliseum on Saturday at 2 p.m. We'll hear from head coach Seth Greenberg and Tech freshman guard Hank Thorns on the team as it prepares for Saturday's huge ACC game.

Length: 11:53
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Virginia Tech faces Kansas tonight in the FedEx Orange Bowl game. Kansas coach Mark Mangino joins Bill and Mike on today's Hokie Podcast to discuss the game, and talk about his high school days in New Castle, Pa, where he played on the same high school team as ex-Hokies Nick Rapone, Rick Razzano, and John Latina. Today, Mangino still keeps in touch with his ex-high school buddies who have mixed emotions for this game tonight. "I think Rick is really torn on this one," Mangino said with a big laugh. Hear the complete interview with the KU coach, plus hear Mike's analysis of the game.

Length: 14:12
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Virginia Tech quarterback Sean Glennon comments on the Hokies' Orange Bowl game with Kansas. Cornerback Brandon Flowers discusses KU's wide receivers and the Jayhawks offense. And Tech linebacker Vince Hall and wide receiver Josh Hyman play the role of reporter ... and interview Each Other! Tech will fly to Ft. Lauderdale tomorrow to begin week-long preparation for next Thursday's game with the Jayhawks. Tech's basketball team is in New York for the annual Holiday Festival. The Hokies battle Hofstra tomorrow night at Madison Square Garden. (6:00 airtime, 6:30 tipoff on ISP Sports Network Radio Stations). Tech will face either St. John's or Marist on Saturday afternoon also at MSG.

Length: 09:06
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Virginia Tech's basketball team gets ready for its ACC opener Sunday night at Wake Forest. The Hokies improved to 6-4 on the season with a win on Wednesday over Liberty. We've got highlights from the game, plus post-game reaction from head coach Seth Greenberg. Senior forward Deron Washington also comments on the team's start and Sunday's game at Wake. Tech's women's team is in New Orleans for a tournament this weekend. Jerry Massey has a report from Louisiana, plus comments from head coach Beth Dunkenberger.

Length: 09:31
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Virginia Tech's men's soccer team is making its first-ever appearance in the College Cup. Tech faces Wake Forest in the National Semifinals tomorrow in Cary, NC. We have highlights from last week's win at UConn and comments from Coach Oliver Weiss. Also, Tech defensive backs coach Torrian Gray discusses the recently concluded regular season for Tech's football team, the NFL prospects for Hokie junior cornerback Brandon Flowers, and a look ahead at the Kansas Jayhawks. And head coach Frank Beamer discusses the sentencing of former Hokie quarterback Michael Vick.

Length: 11:52
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On this week's Hokie Podcast: Orange Bowl talk with Phyllis Oetters of the Orange Bowl Committee. The Hokies are getting set to battle Kansas and not Missouri or West Virginia. How did that decision come about? And Tech running back coach Billy Hite comments on the 2007 season, the NFL decision of tailback Brandon Ore, and much more.

Length: 12:16
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Virginia Tech faces Boston College in the ACC Championship game Saturday in Jacksonville. Head Coach Frank Beamer of the Hokies comments on the Eagles, plus Tech safety D.J. Parker and linebacker Xavier Adibi discuss defending against the Eagles and the 2007 season. The two Hokies are members of a Tech senior class which set a record this season by winning a 10th game for the fourth consecutive season. Also, Tech placekicker Jud Dunlevy and his holder Grant Throckmorton discuss Jud's season and his chance to set a school record for field goals in a season.

Length: 11:50
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Virginia Tech's football team faces Virginia this Saturday in Charlottesville. Tech quarterback Sean Glennon and linebacker Cam Martin preview the game and discuss their seasons to date. Tech basketball spans the globe, from the Bahamas to Alaska. Tech's women's team is in the Bahamas where the Hokies will face USC Friday afternoon. The men's team is in Alaska participating in the Great Alaska Shootout. And Tech's soccer team prepares for next week's NCAA Tournament game in Blacksburg.

Length: 10:07
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Virginia Tech’s men's soccer team, ranked 8th in the nation, prepares for Friday’s game against Boston College in the semi-finals of the 2007 ACC Tournament. Tech’s football team, which is ranked 10th, prepares for Saturday’s game with Miami at Lane Stadium. Tech quarterback Sean Glennon and wide receiver Justin Harper comment on the game and the teams’ goals in the final weeks of the regular season. And where to watch Tech football in London or Hong Kong. The choices are slim, but international Hokies are eager to see their team. Also basketball season is here and Tech women (Bahamas) and men (Alaska) prepare for long trips.

Length: 12:37
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Virginia Tech faces Florida State Saturday in Blacksburg. Tech coach Frank Beamer and FSU Coach Bobby Bowden share their thoughts on the game. Hokie linebacker Xavier Adibi comments on the contest and explains why Tech's defense has played so well without linebacker Vince Hall. Florida State tailback Atone Smith discusses his FSU career and his relationship with former Tech basketball star Zabian Dowdell. Both players are from Pahokee, Florida. And Virginia Tech tight end Greg Boone on his role in the offense now that Sam Wheeler is out for the season with a knee injury.

Length: 14:03
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Virginia Tech football coach Frank Beamer previews tonight football game in Atlanta between the Hokies and Georgia Tech. Quarterback Sean Glennon discusses how the team will try to bounce back from last week's loss to Boston College. And Tech basketball coach Seth Greenberg and his team is ready to open its season next week. Coach Greenberg has a preview of the new look 2007-08 Hokies.

Length: 18:02
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No. 8 Virginia Tech faces No. 2 Boston College tonight in Blacksburg. Today's Hokie Podcast previews the game with Tech Hall of Fame analyst Mike Burnop, Tech coach Frank Beamer, and a special segment with linebacker Cody Grimm, son of Washington Redskins great Russ Grimm. Cody will start tonight's game at linebacker for the Hokies.

Length: 18:31
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Boston College quarterback Matt Ryan discusses next Thursday's game between No. 3 BC and No. 11 Virginia Tech. "It's tough. Bud Foster does a great job coaching those guys up. They have a really strong defense and you have to keep grinding. It's a tough place to go down and play, especially on a Thursday night. to go there and play a night game, the place is rockin'," Ryan says. Meanwhile, Virginia Tech's men's soccer team moved up to No. 5 in the national rankings this week, riding an 11-game unbeaten streak heading into Friday's game vs. North Carolina. Head Coach Oliver Weiss has the Hokies on pace for another NCAA Appearance. Weiss discusses this year's team and Friday's home game vs. UNC.

Length: 14:12
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Virginia Tech defensive coordinator Bud Foster talks about the teams' performance to date, saying 'we still haven't played our best football.' Coach Foster also comments on how the Hokies plan to replace linebacker Vince Hall, who is out with a broken forearm. Hall is out, but the Hokies welcome offensive tackle Ed Wang back to the lineup. Wang discusses his rehab, and his return to the Hokies' offensive line for this week's game at Duke.

Length: 10:28
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Virginia Tech linebacker Vince Hall says we should expect a 'Slobber Knocker' this week. Also Tech place kicker, senior Jud Dunleavy comments on his season to date, his 52-yard kick against North Carolina, and how he’s comfortable in his first, and last season as Tech's kicker. And former Hokie all-American linebacker Jamel Smith has found a new career that he loves - coaching. Smith talks about how he is bringing the Hokie defensive philosophy to Spring Valley High School in Columbia, SC.

Length: 14:55
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Virginia Tech’s Cam Martin talks about the ACC opener between the Hokies and North Carolina and the Hokies’ pass defense. The details on the New York Yankees game with Tech coming up next spring have been announced. And with first-year UNC coach Butch Davis coming to Blacksburg this Saturday, fans are remembering the day Davis brought his first University of Miami team to Blacksburg. That game, played September 23, 1995 was one that changed the course of Virginia Tech football.

Length: 19:13
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Virginia Tech receiver wide receiver Justin Harper suggest Tech quarterback Tyrod Taylor 'is a real good mix of Bryan Randall and Marcus Vick." Running back Brandon Ore discusses playing and practicing with bruised ribs, why the Hokies often run the option to the 'short side/boundary side' of the field, and the poise of Taylor. Defensive end Chris Ellis says he knows what Jim David and Darryl Tapp experienced by being double-teamed each game. And Virginia Tech coach Frank Beamer discusses one of the highlights of his trombone playing days in high school: Marching in the Apple Blossom Festival in Winchester, Va.

Length: 14:02
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Virginia Tech coach Frank Beamer says he expects his team to ‘bounce back in a big way’ following last week’s loss to LSU. Quarterback Tyrod Taylor discusses moving into the starting lineup for the Hokies. He’ll be the first true-freshman to start at quarterback for Tech since 1982. Linebacker Xavier Adibi discusses the players-only meeting the team held this week, and why he’s hopeful the team can rebound this fall. Volleyball coach Chris Riley comments on the start of ACC play.

Length: 17:50
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Virginia Tech linebacker Xavier Adibi comments on Saturday night’s game between the Hokies and LSU. “I came to Virginia Tech to play in games like this.” Adibi also shares his thoughts on LSU’s offense and game in general. Tech offensive tackle Duane Brown has a prediction: “If you can’t run the ball against them, you won’t have much success.” Duane will share his perspective on the game. New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady placed a phone call to Tech quarterback Sean Glennon. “I thought he did a great job leading the team, and I just conveyed my thoughts from watching the game," Brady said. Also, the “Golden Band from Tigerland” has a tribute to Virginia Tech before Saturday night’s game. And the details on why Tech will wear its home uniforms on Saturday at LSU.

Length: 12:18
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Virginia Tech and ECU are scheduled to play each of the next nine seasons. Director of Athletics Jim Weaver discusses the Yankees scheduled game with Tech in Blacksburg and more.

Length: 15:12
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Doug Rhoads discusses his career as both an FBI agent and back judge in the ACC, and talks about the new rules in college football. Also, Virginia Tech defensive coordinator Bud Foster and Director of Athletics Jim Weave

Length: 17:41
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Sportswriter Dick "Hoops" Weiss previews his big story on Virginia Tech football scheduled to run in Sunday's New York Daily News, senior wide receiver and return specialist Eddie Royal discusses a rule change in college football: moving kickoffs back to the 30-yard line. Freshman Brent Bowden is set to take over the punting duties for the Hokies and explains his relationship with his brother, a former punter at Florida State. And Jason Worilds is planning to make a big impact this fall for the Hokies. Jason will share the latest on his shoulder surgery and why he changed his name this past summer. Also, details on the first-ever Virginia Tech football players' car wash, and the schedule of events for this week in Hokieland.

Length: 17:28
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On this week's Hokie Podcast, Virginia Tech quarterback/receiver Ike Whitaker talks about his personal comeback with the Hokies, Offensive Coordinator Bryan Stinespring discusses how Tech's offensive attack will be more aggressive in 2007, and senior linebacker Vince Hall from Chesapeake takes us inside the huddle of Virginia Tech’s defense. Also from Pulaski, to Virginia Beach, to Blacksburg, to Franklin County, this is a big week on the Hokie Club tour.

Length: 11:40
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Virginia Tech assistant coach Curt Newsome previews the 2007 Virginia Tech offensive line, position-by-position as the Hokies begin pre-season practice. Coach Newsome also suggests tackle Duane Brown "can be the best tackle in the ACC" and explains why Ed Wang is key man for Tech this year and beyond. Tony Barnhart of the Atlanta Journal Constitution joins Bill to preview the 2007 season in the ACC and give Tech fans a preview of what they'll experience in Baton Rouge when the Hokies face LSU on September 8th. "The smell of Jambalaya mixed with Bourbon wafting throughout the parking lot," is just part of the unique experience awaiting the Hokie Nation next month.

Length: 25:28
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