Virginia Tech Hired James Franklin to Spark Football. It's Part of Boosting Hokies Athletics Overall
- Virginia Tech head coach James Franklin spoke at the ACC Kickoff on Thursday, July 16, asserting the program has "won the offseason" through recent staff and culture changes.
- Supporting this shift, the school launched "Invest To Win," a $229 million initiative, alongside a $75 million gift to provide resources necessary for rebuilding.
- To modernize the team, Franklin added 27 transfers and hired defensive coordinator Brent Pry, building a foundation for competitive success on the field.
- While optimistic, Franklin noted that offseason success must translate to wins, stating, "The reality is we've got to make sure those things translate to the season."
- Athletic Director Brian White confirmed the shared goal of winning a national championship, describing ongoing efforts to ensure resources are commensurate with expectations.
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Virginia Tech hired James Franklin to spark football. It's part of boosting Hokies athletics overall
Virginia Tech is counting on James Franklin to boost its football program. But that's also part of a larger push to elevate Hokies athletics overall.
James Franklin: Virginia Tech football won the offseason
Wins on the field are what Franklin believes will be the evidence to back up Virginia Tech's successful offseason. Franklin was not shy in saying that the Hokies won the offseason, and he said the next step is for the Hokies "to do the same thing during the season."
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