Five athletes in Virginia Tech uniforms stand with hands over their hearts, facing a large screen displaying "Let's Go Hokies" and an American flag.Five athletes in Virginia Tech uniforms stand with hands over their hearts, facing a large screen displaying "Let's Go Hokies" and an American flag.
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Virginia Tech vs Kent State (Gallery)

A group of athletes in maroon Virginia Tech Hokies uniforms laugh and interact during a basketball practice session.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
An athlete in a maroon sports outfit focuses intently while gripping a training equipment during a session.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A hand places a NCAA volleyball on a reflective court surface, with another ball nearby.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A basketball player in a Virginia Tech Hokies jersey raises her fist in celebration during a game.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A group of athletes in maroon uniforms raise their hands together in a team huddle.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A basketball player in a Virginia Tech uniform claps her hands while standing among teammates in a locker room.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A group of athletes in Virginia Tech uniforms gather in a huddle, with one player looking down thoughtfully.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A basketball player in a Virginia Tech uniform laughs joyfully while high-fiving teammates on the court.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Sam Howard / Virginia Tech Athletics.
Two individuals embrace, one wearing a white jersey with "HOKIES" in bold red letters, while the other has a maroon sleeve and a red bracelet.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
Five athletes in Virginia Tech uniforms stand with hands over their hearts, facing a large screen displaying "Let's Go Hokies" and an American flag.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A basketball player in a Virginia Tech jersey smiles broadly while high-fiving a teammate during a game.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A group of basketball players in maroon and white uniforms celebrate together on a court, high-fiving and cheering enthusiastically.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Sam Howard / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A player and a coach high-five on a basketball court, both smiling and celebrating.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Sam Howard / Virginia Tech Athletics.
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A maroon and orange bird mascot waves cheerfully on a sports court sidelines.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A coach in a black jacket with "Hokies" embroidered on it points toward the court while holding a tablet.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A volleyball player in mid-air sets the ball during a game, with teammates and a mascot visible on the court.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
Two athletes in matching uniforms celebrate on a volleyball court, one cheering with an open mouth and the other leaning back with arms raised.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Sam Howard / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A basketball player wearing a maroon and orange "Hokies" jersey with the number 23, shouting during a game.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A basketball player in a Virginia Tech jersey with the number 24 is yelling during a game, with another player visible behind her.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Sam Howard / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A volleyball player in a white jersey with the number 16 jumps to hit the ball over the net, while two opponents in blue jerseys attempt to block.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Sam Howard / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A volleyball player in a Virginia Tech uniform jumps to set the ball during a game.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A volleyball player in a white and maroon uniform jumps to spike the ball over the net, while an opponent in a blue and yellow uniform attempts to block, and another teammate watches from the side.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A volleyball player in a maroon and orange uniform prepares to serve the ball during a game, with teammates watching on the court.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A volleyball team in white and maroon uniforms gathers in a huddle on the court, with coaches and staff nearby.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A volleyball player in a Virginia Tech uniform jumps to set the ball during a game.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
Two athletes in maroon and white uniforms jump to block a volleyball during a game, while a third player watches from the sideline.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A group of athletes in maroon and white uniforms cheer and clap together on a court.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Sam Howard / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A volleyball player in a Virginia Tech jersey celebrates with an open-mouthed yell on the court.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A basketball player in a Virginia Tech uniform, wearing maroon arm sleeves, leaps with arms extended as she looks upward during a game.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Sam Howard / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A volleyball player in a white jersey with the number 4 celebrates with arms raised above her head near the net.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A group of athletes in maroon and white uniforms huddle together on a basketball court, high-fiving and celebrating.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
Two individuals in athletic attire stand on a court, one gesturing while the other holds a tablet, with spectators seated in the background.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Sam Howard / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A volleyball player in a Virginia Tech jersey prepares to receive a Molten NCAA volleyball during a game.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Sam Howard / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A basketball player in a maroon and orange "Hokies" jersey with the number 23 celebrates with arms outstretched and a joyful expression on the court.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Sam Howard / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A volleyball player in a Virginia Tech uniform prepares to set the ball during a game.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A camera displays a live view of a basketball game being played on a court, with the background blurred.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A coach in a Virginia Tech jersey gestures while speaking to a player on the court during a game.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Sam Howard / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A volleyball player in a maroon and orange uniform prepares to serve the ball during a game on a wooden court.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A volleyball player in a Virginia Tech uniform prepares to serve the ball during a game.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
Three athletes in Virginia uniforms celebrate enthusiastically during a basketball game, with one player shouting joyfully.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Sam Howard / Virginia Tech Athletics.
Two athletes in Virginia Tech uniforms celebrate on a basketball court, with one player cheering enthusiastically.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A volleyball player in a white and maroon uniform with the number 10 jumps to spike the ball during a game, while teammates and opponents are positioned around the court.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A volleyball player in a white and maroon uniform leaps to set the ball during a game.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
Three volleyball players leap over the net to block a Molten ball during a match.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Sam Howard / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A volleyball player in a Virginia Tech uniform celebrates with an open-mouthed yell on the court.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A volleyball player in a white jersey with the number 8 jumps to spike the ball over the net, while two opponents in blue jerseys attempt to block.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A group of volleyball players in Virginia Tech uniforms huddle together on the court, raising their hands in unison.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
Three basketball players in Virginia Tech uniforms celebrate enthusiastically on the court.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Sam Howard / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A basketball team in maroon and white uniforms gathers in a huddle on the court, with a coach kneeling at the center and others standing around, while a few individuals stand nearby.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A coach gestures with raised hands while two athletes in Virginia Tech uniforms stand nearby on a basketball court.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A volleyball player in a Virginia Tech jersey with the number 11 celebrates enthusiastically on the court.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Sam Howard / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A coach kneels on a basketball court, speaking to a group of players in Virginia Tech uniforms during a huddle.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A volleyball player in a white and maroon uniform gestures with her hands while standing near the net during a game.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A volleyball player in a white and maroon uniform jumps to set the ball during a game, with spectators seated in the background.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Sam Howard / Virginia Tech Athletics.
Two individuals in maroon and gold team apparel sit in stadium seats, one clapping and the other looking down with hands clasped.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Sam Howard / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A basketball player in a Virginia Tech jersey playfully sticks out her tongue while celebrating with teammates on the court.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Sam Howard / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A basketball player in a Virginia Tech uniform celebrates on the court with an intense expression.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Sam Howard / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A volleyball player in a Virginia Tech uniform with the number 24 yells during a game, while an opponent in a blue jersey stands on the other side of the net.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A volleyball player in a white and maroon uniform prepares to receive a blue and white volleyball during a game.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Sam Howard / Virginia Tech Athletics.
Two Virginia Tech Hokies volleyball players, numbered 26 and 24, leap over the net with arms raised in a coordinated block.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A basketball player in a maroon uniform with "Tech" on her sleeve raises her hand during a game.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Sam Howard / Virginia Tech Athletics.
A volleyball player in a Virginia Tech uniform prepares to receive a serve during a match.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.
Two volleyball players from opposing teams shake hands across the net during a match.Virginia Tech Volleyball vs. Kent State at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia on August 28th, 2026. Photo by Ryan Hedley / Virginia Tech Athletics.