Hokie ClubThe Smithfield Commonwealth Clash, which started during the 2014-15 academic year, returns for 2023-24, with the first matchup taking place on Sunday, Oct. 15 at 1:30 p.m. ET in Charlottesville between Virginia Tech and Virginia's women's soccer teams. Smithfield enters its third year as a proud sponsor of the competition.
The rivalry between Virginia Tech Athletics and Virginia Athletics has a long and storied history dating back more than 125 years within the Commonwealth of Virginia. The Hokies and Cavaliers first faced off on the gridiron in Charlottesville in 1895. First coined the Commonwealth Clash during the 2014-15 season, the rivalry has expanded and intensified across the 22 sports the two institutions face-off in head-to-head competition.
The Hokies have won 'The Clash' twice, including the academic years of 2017-18 and 2021-22.
Below are the dates for the fall sports that will compete in 'The Clash'. The winter and spring sports schedules will be finalized at a later day.
| Sport | Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Women's Soccer | Sunday, Oct. 15 | 1:30 p.m. | Charlottesville |
| Men's Soccer | Friday, Oct. 20 | 6 p.m. | Blacksburg |
| Cross Country | Friday, Oct. 27 | All Day | Charlottesville (ACC Championships) |
| Volleyball | Sunday, Oct. 29 | 2 p.m. | Charlottesville |
| Volleyball | Saturday, Nov. 25 | 1 p.m. | Blacksburg |
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