Slow Start For Offense In the first quarter, the Hokies offense failed to get much going as the team only gained 35 total yards and were 0-2 on third down. T

The Hokies' poor shooting in the first half contributed to their struggles, as they shot just 25% from the floor. Things improved in the second as VT shot 44% from the floor but, most importantly, connected on six of 13 3-point attempts,

Virginia Tech came up with big plays down the stretch Monday night and held off visiting Winthrop 58-52 in a men’s basketball defensive struggle. The Eagles (2-1) led at halftime, were tied midway in the second half, and had a chance to tie the game in the final minute.