Building for the Future - Hear from Whit BabcockBuilding for the Future - Hear from Whit Babcock
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Building for the Future - Hear from Whit Babcock

Whit Babcock shares his vision for the future of Hokie Athletics in an honest and insightful conversation with Bill Roth

Dear Hokie Nation, 

First and foremost, thank you for your unwavering passion and support for Virginia Tech Athletics. As we reflect on where we stand as a department, I want to address both the challenges and opportunities we face, knowing how deeply Hokies care about the success of our programs. To that end, I recently sat down with Bill Roth to discuss a range of important topics critical to our future success. While this is just the beginning of the conversation, I hope you’ll take a moment to listen. 

As you listen, know that Virginia Tech means the world to me, just as it does to so many of you. Your passion for our athletic programs, especially football, is what makes this place so special. I fully understand the desire to see this program rise to the level we all believe it can reach. Your commitment inspires us every day to work tirelessly toward a future that reflects and exceeds the values and expectations of Hokie Nation. 

Virginia Tech Athletics is fully aligned with President Sands and university leadership in our mission to elevate all our programs. The impact of that success extends far beyond the field—to our university, alumni, community, and our region. We are also navigating a time of immense change in college athletics, including the pending House vs. NCAA settlement. Revenue sharing with student-athletes marks a transformative moment, and we are approaching it thoughtfully to ensure Virginia Tech remains strong and competitive in this evolving landscape. 

I invite you to hear more about these critical topics in the interview with Bill Roth, where we discuss our progress, the challenges ahead, and how we are positioning Virginia Tech to thrive in this new environment. 

Thank you for the pride you show every day as Hokies. Together, we can and will achieve great things. 

Sincerely, 

Whit Babcock
Director of Athletics


Chapters:
0:00 (-28:40): Welcome
0:19 (-28:21): Football
8:40 (-20:00): House vs. NCAA settlement
13:17 (-15:23): Revenue Sharing and Roster Sizes
16:24 (-12:16): Virginia Tech's Plan for Revenue Sharing and Scholarship Increases
20:37 (-8:03): General Manager/Front Office model
23:39 (-5:01): What's Next for Virginia Tech Athletics?
26:52 (-1:48): Hokie Nation Appreciation