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Sons of Saturday: Virginia Tech Hokies

Football, News, Sports, Sports News

Sons of Saturday is a Virginia Tech Podcast focused on Hokies Athletics and campus life. Featuring exclusive interviews, game previews and analysis, and conversations about life in the Tech community both on and off campus. A podcast for Hokies, by Hokies.

Episodes
748
Releases
Daily
Typical length
1 hr 3 min
On air since
2019
Latest episode
2 days ago

Episodes

748 episodes, newest first

  1. Reacting to an EPIC Week of CFB | Conspiracy Theories, Ryan Day, Wake Playoff Hopes + Dabo and Shane

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    BRM recaps a GREAT weekend in College Football that boasted a TON of great storylines from redemption stories to flame outs. Also, the ACC's diabolical lean for the top-ranked Hurricanes. Wake firms up that playoff resume, and much much more. Join the Section 5 Club!

    45 min
  2. SPECIAL BYE WEEK CHECK-IN W/ 247 SPORTS' KOLBY CRAWFORD!

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    Virginia Tech Sports Media legend and 247 Sports Reporter Kolby Crawford joins the show to talk about the Hokies' season through eight weeks, what he's hearing on the recruiting trail, the state of the coaching carousel, and more!

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    57 min
  3. CASTLE & COACH EP. 2: CLEMSON X&O'S BREAKDOWN

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    The boys are back with their whiteboards to talk through and draw up the biggest plays from the Hokies' win in Death Valley. Join us for some straight ball talk and relive the unforgettable win as we gear up for SMU.

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    1 hr 31 min
  4. Mike Young Previews the 2026–27 Virginia Tech Basketball Season

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    With the Hokies just one week away from tipping off the 2026–27 season against Coppin State, BRM and Ed sit down with Virginia Tech head coach Mike Young for a wide-ranging conversation about the season ahead. Coach takes us behind the scenes of the Hokies' preseason scrimmages, including matchups against Buzz Williams and Kevin Giltner, and gives us an inside look at this year's roster. We dive into the importance of returning contributors Ben Hammond, Amani Hansberry, and Tyler Johnson, the team's developing chemistry, expectations for the upcoming season, and what it'll take for the Hokies to make some noise in the ACC. All that and MUCH more as we get ready for another season of Virginia Tech basketball! Go Hokies! 🦃

    23 min
  5. Virginia Tech Men's Basketball 2026-2027 Season Preview | Hokie Hoops The 2025-26 Virginia Tech basketball season is here!

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    In this episode of Hokie Hoops, Ed and Pete preview the Hokies heading
    into the new season, breaking down the roster, key players, newcomers,
    expectations, and what it will take for Virginia Tech to make noise in
    the ACC.
    What are the biggest strengths and question marks? Who needs to step
    up? And where could the Hokies finish in the ACC? Let’s talk Hokie
    Hoops!

    1 hr 10 min
  6. Recapping the Hokies First Win in Death Valley Since 2007 | Virginia Tech - 20 Clemson - 16

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    Pat and Griff recap one of the biggest Virginia Tech wins in recent memory. Ethan Grunkemeyer connects with Luke Reynolds on 4th and "ballgame" to take the lead before the defense sealed the win. Game Recap Starts at 33:07

    1 hr 25 min
  7. FINAL THOUGHTS FRIDAY: Latest VT/Clemson Intel + CFB Week 8 Preview

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    The boys are back to give their final thoughts ahead of Virginia Tech's primetime showdown against Clemson. They bring you practice intel, breakdowns of both sides of the ball, the keys to the game, and score predictions. Then they share their thoughts on the best (and worst) games on this weekend's college football slate.

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    1 hr 19 min
  8. Eric Mac Lain on the ACC's Biggest Storylines + Previewing Clemson vs. Virginia Tech

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    BRM catches up with Clemson LEGEND and ACC Network analyst Eric Mac Lain to discuss the officiating across CFB, the 24-team playoff, and much more. We also dive into this weekend's matchup between the Clemson Tigers and Virginia Tech Hokies in Death Valley!

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    29 min
  9. DUEL IN DEATH VALLEY | Virginia Tech vs Clemson Preview

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    A MASSIVE ACC showdown awaits in Death Valley! 🦃 🐅 Pat and BRM preview Virginia Tech's trip to Clemson, where both the Hokies and Tigers remain in the hunt for a spot in the ACC Championship Game. With HUGE conference implications and a ton of momentum on the line... this is a HUGE game. Clemson's passing attack has been PUTRID, but Virginia Tech's secondary has been plagued by coverage busts all season long. SOMETHING HAS TO GIVE! We break down the key matchups, what each team needs to do to come away with a win, and whether the Hokies can get a statement win in a stadium they have not won in since 2007! Let's dive in! 35:13 Preview BEGINS Sons of Saturday Polos: Join the Section 5 Club! Check out our Website: Brought to you by HeyDay Blacksburg! The PREMIER student housing facility at Virginia Tech: 10% off Alumni Hall with code "SONS10" Code "SOSVT" for 20% off Rhoback:

    1 hr 20 min
  10. James Franklin Presser Takeaways + Clemson Sneak Preview

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    The Hokies are back in the win column following a Homecoming victory over Georgia Tech. Ryan Castle breaks down the win and what James Franklin had to say about it during his weekly presser PLUS what Franklin sees out of the Tigers as VT tries to win their first game in Death Valley since 2007.

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    38 min
  11. Virginia Tech Back on Track After Homecoming Win Over Georgia Tech 34 -24 in Lane Stadium

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    BRM recaps a HUGE Virginia Tech win over Georgia Tech in the Techmo Bowl, putting the Hokies back in the win column ahead of a HUGE matchup against Clemson in Death Valley before the much-needed bye week. Join the Section 5 Club! Check out our Website: Brought to you by HeyDay Blacksburg! The PREMIER student housing facility at Virginia Tech 10% off Alumni Hall with code "SONS10" Code "SOSVT" for 20% off Rhoback:

    55 min
  12. FINAL THOUGHTS FRIDAY: Techmo Bowl Breakdown and Picks + CFB Week 7 Preview

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    We're getting you set for an absolutely LOADED weekend of college football, including Virginia Tech's Homecoming clash against Georgia Tech. Ryan Castle and Robert Irby bring you practice updates, a full game breakdown, and their final predictions. PLUS, the boys break down other big games happening across the country this weekend.

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    1 hr 16 min
  13. TECHMO BOWL | HUGE Homecoming Game for James Franklin vs Georgia Tech Coming off MASSIVE Win.

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    Pat and BRM preview a HUGE Hokies-Georgia Tech game. Virginia Tech is coming off two straight losses, and the Wramblin' Wreck had their best win of the year last week over Duke. 30:00 Game Preview Ryan Castle on the rumored new VT President Check out our Website Brought to you by HeyDay Blacksburg! The PREMIER student housing facility at Virginia Tech 10% off Alumni Hall with code "SONS10" Code "SOSVT" for 20% off Rhoback

    1 hr 18 min
  14. 🚨 Richard Linton Rumored to Be Virginia Tech's Next President

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    Multiple reports indicate that Richard Linton, the current President of Kansas State University, is set to become Virginia Tech's next President, succeeding Tim Sands. Richard is no stranger to Blacksburg. He's a THREE-TIME Hokie graduate. Ryan Castle provides background on Richard's resume.

    15 min
  15. James Franklin Presser Takeaways + GT Sneak Preview

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    The Hokies are coming off another crushing ACC loss after an ugly West Coast game. Ryan Castle has the latest from Blacksburg after James Franklin's weekly press conference, including how the Hokies plan to limit penalties, the kicker situation, and Franklin's initial thoughts on Georgia Tech as the Hokies prepare to welcome the Yellow Jackets to Blacksburg for Homecoming.

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    33 min
  16. Hokies Upset by Cal as Double-Digit Favorites in Berkeley

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    Pat and BRM recap Virginia Tech's disappointing loss to a Cal Bears team led by a backup quarterback.

    1 hr 12 min
  17. Virginia Tech Practice Report + FINAL Thoughts before Hokies @ Cal

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    Ryan Castle is back to break down all the latest news from Blacksburg, including injury reports and what's happening on the practice field.Ryan also drops his keys to the game, players to watch, score prediction, and thoughts on Brent Pry's defense.

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    39 min
  18. Virginia Tech vs Cal Preview |

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    Pat and BRM preview the Hokies’ road matchup against the Cal Golden Bears. James Franklin and Virginia Tech are looking to bounce back after a heartbreaking loss to Pitt, while Cal is looking to get off the mat after two straight losses. Check out our Website: https://sonsofsaturday.com/ Brought to you by HeyDay Blacksburg! The PREMIER student housing facility at Virginia Tech: https://heydayblacksburg.com/ 10% off Alumni Hall with code "SONS10" Code "SOSVT" for 20% off Rhoback: https://rhoback.com/collections/virginia-tech-licensed-collection

    1 hr 9 min
  19. James Franklin Press Conference Takeaways + Pitt Press Box Recap and Cal Sneak Preview

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    After a gut-wrenching Friday night loss to Pitt, James Franklin and the Hokies must now get off the mat and head to Cal for a cross-country trip. Ryan Castle breaks down the latest from Blacksburg following James Franklin's weekly press conference, offers his thoughts on the Pitt game, and looks ahead to what to expect from the Golden Bears.

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    36 min
  20. Friday Night Heartbreak | Hokies Fall to Pitt 35-33 at Lane Stadium

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    Pat and BRM recap a heartbreaking loss to Pitt under the lights in a game that the Hokies didn't seem to deserve to win, but had a chance on the last play to do so. Bussin' and Pate interview: Chris Jones Sandman Footage:

    1 hr 48 min