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If you’ve jumped to “Enter Sandman” under the lights at Lane Stadium or shouted “Let’s Go!” from your living room, you know what Hokie football feels like — electric, emotional and unmistakably ours.

This fall, The Roanoker is celebrating everything Virginia Tech with a digital hub built for fans, alumni, students and newcomers alike — a full-access pass to the people, places and moments that define Hokie Nation.

At TheRoanoker.com/VT, you’ll find:

  • Roland Lazenby’s exclusive feature on Coach Brent Pry and college football in the NIL era
  • A special Boundary Corner podcast interview with Lazenby on VT football, sports journalism and legacy (airing August 28)
  • The full transcript from Coach Pry’s sit-down with Lazenby
  • An exclusive From Print to Podcast episode featuring a conversation with Lazenby and your friendly neighborhood editor
  • A list of game day traditions — from that iconic lunch pail to third-down key shakes (did we miss any? Let us know!)
  • Tailgate-ready recipes from Southern Spoonful
  • Stories by and about Lazenby, his early years in Roanoke and rise to international acclaim
  • Archived coverage of Hokie sports and local athletic legends from The Roanoker archives — you remember Coach Frank Beamer, right?

Plus, we want to hear from you. Share your favorite game day photos, memories or traditions by tagging @theroanokermag and using #HokieTraditions — you might just see your story featured next!

Whether you’re a lifelong fan or new to the maroon and orange, this is your one-stop destination for everything Virginia Tech. 

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