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ACC speaks out on controversial decision

Week 5 of the season had multiple storylines that people will discuss for some time. It started Friday night with the overturned touchdown in South Florida when there appeared not to be "undisputable evidence" to overturn a touchdown on the final play for Virginia Tech in a 38-34 loss to Miami.

The latest discussion highlights the controversy surrounding the replay review system in college football, particularly following a contentious call in the Virginia Tech vs. Miami game. A touchdown for Virginia Tech was initially signaled but later overturned due to the replay review standard, which many perceive as flawed. Critics argue replay should rectify obvious errors, yet the current application often leaves the outcome shrouded in uncertainty. The complexity and inconsistency of the system are casting doubts on its effectiveness and fairness, especially when key decisions hinge on not-so-clear video evidence.

There is plenty to pick apart. Virginia Tech exposed a flawed team. But this is the type of game that makes fans. My boys are 10 and 8. Despite their love of sports, they never wanted to watch the Canes. Saturdays meant boring games, players they've never heard of, and Papa yelling in frustration. Now, they can't stop talking about what they saw.

BLACKSBURG, Va. (WDBJ) - The traditions that make up the identity of the Virginia Tech football program are the sacred elements that make Saturdays in Blacksburg so special. Providing protection to Hokie coaches on the sidelines for more than three decades, Captain Vince Houston has become part of the tradition.

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – Each week this season, we’ll take a look at the game that was for the Hurricanes. Here are some key storylines, numbers of note and quotes from eighth-ranked Miami’s 38-34 win over Virginia Tech on Friday night. The Recap. For the better part...

Coming off of the heartbreaking loss to Miami, Virginia Tech is going to have to bounce back quickly in week six. The Hokies are going to make their first-ever

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Recapping all the action around the Atlantic Coastal Conference in week 5 of the college football season.

The Women’s Soccer team hit the road Thursday to play the Virginia Tech Hokies for the Cardinal’s first game after a 12-day break. Louisville entered the game with a 5-2-2 record and 0-1 in conference. The first half was quiet until the 32nd minute. A corner kick allowed...

BLACKSBURG, Va. (WDBJ) - “When you got a guy with ability who also works hard, who is also competitive, I think the sky is the limit for his potential on the football field,” said Blacksburg football coach Zack Leonard. Blacksburg running back Jaxon Keys helped unlock a win...

This will be the first ACC matchup for both teams

Pitt Men’s Soccer will have to spend another night in Blacksburg, as the team announced that their matchup with the Virginia Tech Hokies, originally slated for 7pm Friday, had been pushed back 24 hours due to inclement weather. Storms continue to sweep the eastern seashore as Hurricane Helene, which...

Look for starting lineups to be posted here, along with subsequent key match updates throughout the evening. 1′ — They’ve kicked off in Blacksburg… A fun Pittsburgh connection — former Seneca Valley standout Ethan Hackenburg, is Va Tech’s leading scorer (3 goals). Hackenburg is...

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Get the poll delivered straight to your inbox with AP Top 25 Poll Alerts. Sign up here. MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — John Love and Andy Borregales sent Virginia Tech and No. 7 Miami into halftime with a little bit of fireworks Friday night. They’re the kickers — and they connected on career-longs 20 seconds apart to end the first half.