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Degrees from JMU and WVU? Are we sure he's able to read his own degrees?

I graduated in 2004, but only started donating to the Hokie Club a few years ago. I don't do it for the season tickets (because I wouldn't make it to every game anyway), but I like the idea of supporting scholarships for athletes who don't get paid otherwise. Also the money goes towards capital projects and expanding facilities. Like others, I don't overextend myself, but a little can go a long way.

I was never approached or asked to give, but agree with many sentiments that the process and outcomes of giving are not clearly communicated. I guess I didn't feel dependent on a booster or rep to ask me, it was just my duty to take care of what I love so much - Ut Prosim.

Also I wanted to link this article where John Ballein shared some startling facts with David Teel about the current state of our Athletic Department. Comments like the following don't get enough exposure:
-"I could tell you that we have 9,953 Hokie Club members" - out of the 230,000 living alumni
-"I dont think we thank enough people that give to this university"
-"Our pro players, last year, made almost $48 million and we didnt receive any money from them."
-"We have the smallest football staff in the ACC and not many people know that."

"I would imagine that all any institution needs to do to win a case is show that a rudimentary search shows that U's X, Y & Z have fans tweeting HS athletes and the NCAA has not charged X, Y & Z."

That would work as well as telling a judge to dismiss your speeding ticket because others were going just as fast on that road, I would imagine.

It may be a dumb rule and it may not be enforceable but it's against the rules as presently written. I really don't understand what's so hard about following a rule that says not to tweet at recruits.

Realistically, I'd say we're looking at 7-5 and the Belk Bowl. Qb and defensive turnover is going to be too much. Also, I know our receivers will have another year under their belts, but how high are their ceilings at this point anyway. The Hokies just do not have the dynamic play makers on offense. Maybe somebody steps up. We'll see.

I see a drubbing in Columbus, a loss to ECU, and league losses to UNC, Duke (Yes, Duke), and a real head scratcher to Wake Forest.

Unless you're a Miami booster, no. But if you call the strippers "hostesses" then it's okay.

Agreed. Understanding the culture of Virginia Tech is kind of a big deal I think. I'm not saying that some changes wouldn't be welcome. But a general understanding about what has made Virginia Tech successful and stable in the past is definitely a plus.

Agree.

I'd never tweet a recruit myself, but it's a rule that can not be enforced comprehensively. Therefore it will be applied selectively.

I would imagine that all any institution needs to do to win a case is show that a rudimentary search shows that U's X, Y & Z have fans tweeting HS athletes and the NCAA has not charged X, Y & Z.

This is the kind of rule that can backfire on the NCAA horribly if they ever try to enforce.

So you are going to try compel students to act in a way you approve by charging them a fee (a euphemism for "fine" in this case) whether they act or not?

You don't see anything the slightest bit morally questionable about that position?

They have a pretty good sports program but it is nothing more than stepping stone for rising coaches. See Butch Jones and Brian Kelly. With Babcock probably leaving they should be used to this by now.

theres no chance trey flips. hes invested 2 years at RB if you count his redshirt year

It's basically the same premise as speeding. Everyone goes 5 over, it's almost expected and tolerated. However it's against the law and if a cop decides to pull you over you have no recourse.

If they tweet at them in regards to what the NCAA rules say it's a violation, then yes it is. I'm sure this is more of the schools covering their asses. By telling fans publicly they don't think they should tweet recruits it might help them if the NCAA decides it wants to try and seem like they have teeth.

Not to mention that Ebron was such a reliable and effective weapon that the defense had to gameplan around the guy. He always had to be accounted for, and whenever he was on the field, the D had to key on him. Truly a game-changing type of player.