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Perfect dozen: Virginia Tech rallies twice, defeats Virginia, 23-20

Chris Graham

virginia virginia techVirginia had one-touchdown leads twice in the second half, but Virginia Tech responded both times, and a 42-yard field goal by Joey Slye with 1:38 left lifted the Hokies to a 23-20 win on Saturday.

The Hokies (6-6, 4-4 ACC) won in legendary coach Frank Beamer’s final ACC game.

The Cavs (4-8, 3-5 ACC) lost for the 12th straight time to their in-state rivals.

UVA outgained the Hokies 421-308, but Tech scored on its last three possessions, and intercepted a Matt Johns pass in the final minute to seal to win.

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Chris Graham

Chris Graham

Chris Graham is the founder and editor of Augusta Free Press. A 1994 alum of the University of Virginia, Chris is the author and co-author of seven books, including Poverty of Imagination, a memoir published in 2019. For his commentaries on news, sports and politics, go to his YouTube page, TikTok, BlueSky, or subscribe to Substack or his Street Knowledge podcast. Email Chris at [email protected].