A man was rescued after a pregame ceremony went awry at Lane Stadium on Saturday.

"We look forward to seeing Hokie Nation pack the stands and bring the energy that makes this place special.”

The Hokies are facing off against the Demon Deacons in the 2025 homecoming game at Lane Stadium.

Hokies have been outscored 62-0 in the last four quarters of play.

Virginia Tech’s Corps of Cadets and Blacksburg Volunteer Fire Department gathered early Thursday morning in Lane Stadium to honor the first responders of 9/11.

Thousands of Virginia Tech students attended the 2025 commencement ceremony in Lane Stadium on Friday!

Virginia Tech is making a quick turnaround — from hosting a massive rock concert to preparing for one of the university’s most important milestones.

Virginia Tech’s 2025 spring commencement ceremonies for the main campus begin on May 14, and thousands of students are set to graduate over the week.

In the early ’90s, two Virginia Tech students connected over their love for Metallica — all thanks to a t-shirt. Now, decades later, they’re back where it all began, gearing up for the band’s concert on campus Wednesday.

The countdown is on for fans as Metallica will be rocking Lane Stadium Wednesday night. But the party started long before the gates opened.

There are plenty of events for concert-goers to experience during the Metallica Concert on Wednesday. One of those events included the “Enter Night Concert Kick Off.” 10 News Sports Anchor Brooke Leonard was in Blacksburg at the event and interviewed two pumped-up Metallica fans.

LewisGale Hospital Montgomery has prepared extra staffing on Wednesday in its emergency department due to the sold-out crowd in Lane Stadium for the Metallica concert.

Blacksburg is getting ready to go off to never-never land as about 100,000 fans prepare to rock out with Metallica at Virginia Tech’s Lane Stadium

Metalheads, Metallica diehards and Virginia Tech students are more than ready to welcome the legendary metal band to Blacksburg

Virginia Tech released a map and a list of parking impacts for Wednesday night’s Metallica show.

The excitement of tomorrow’s Metallica show may convince you to get last-minute tickets, but be sure to watch out for scams.

The Virginia Tech Alumni Association is holding a pre-show celebration before Metallica rocks the stage in Lane Stadium.

It’s almost time to start jumping! Excitement is in the air as Hokie Nation gears up for a Metallica concert.

Multiple 4th down stops and two interceptions returned for touchdowns highlighted the defense.

Bhayshul Tuten rushed for a Virginia Tech record 266 yards and accounted for four touchdowns.

Virginia Tech officials on Saturday outlined their efforts to lure Metallica to Lane Stadium in Blacksburg.

The Hokies are facing off against the Scarlet Knights today in Lane Stadium.

In what seems like a long, overdue day, Metallica has announced they will be holding a concert in Blacksburg in 2025.

Star jumping, Hokies! Metallica is coming to Virginia Tech’s Lane Stadium on May 7, 2025.

The Hokies are facing off against the Thundering Herd in Lane stadium today.

It’s expected to be a full house at Lane Stadium for Virginia Tech’s football game against Marshall at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday.

Start jumping, Hokie Nation! Virginia Tech has announced a collaboration with Metallica, unveiling a new collection of co-branded T-shirts and hats just in time for the football season.

Nearly three weeks ahead of the first home game, crews working on Virginia Tech's Lane Stadium have finished an 18-month long renovation to the main entrance.

It’s almost time for kickoff in Blacksburg as Virginia Tech goes up against Syracuse under the lights in Lane Stadium.

3 key takeaways from the state’s football scene -- and a glimpse at what’s to come next week.

3 key takeaways from the state’s football scene -- and a glimpse at what’s to come next week.

Without Gallo, Hokies young tight end corp is expected to step up Saturday.

The Hokies forced three second half turnovers in the victory.

Virginia Tech football returns this weekend for a sold-out season opener and Lane Stadium is adding an exciting new item to their concessions this fall — Benny Marzano’s Pizza.

Involving the running backs more was a point of emphasis on Saturday.

Hokies boast added depth, experience to the wide receivers group.

Hokies will enter their second season under head coach Brent Pry.

Georgia Tech has taken the win over Virginia Tech, 28-27.

The Miami Hurricanes have taken the win against the Virginia Tech Hokies, 20-14.

Virginia Tech’s home opener is almost here and this season, the university has announced enhancements to the student experience at football games.

Tickets for the general public will be $5.

"We have to fight for every ounce of leverage we can get. That right now is all we're talking about."

The first game of the Virginia Tech football season has officially been nailed down for Sept. 2 at Old Dominion University.

Hokies will host a Thursday night game for the first time since 2018 when West Virginia makes a trip to Blacksburg in September.

Known as the 'Pride of Big Stone Gap', tight end James Mitchell played in just 2 games this season before suffering a season-ending knee injury.

On Tuesday, Virginia Tech announced the school has parted ways with its head football coach.

After a devasting loss to Notre Dame last week (32-29), Virginia Tech Hokies fell to the Pittsburgh Panthers in an ACC battle at Lane Stadium.

Irish eyes were smiling at Lane Stadium on Saturday.

Hokie fans may have noticed a new face on the sidelines this season. Cornell Cranham has teamed up with Voice of the Hokies, Jon Laaser, to assist with the radio broadcast. And he’s quickly become a part of the team.

After suffering their first lost of the season to West Virginia, Lecitus Smith said the locker room was awfully quiet.

While the return of the sea of orange and maroon last weekend caused some chaos on the first game day in Lane Stadium, it helped local businesses get back on their feet.

Hokies tight end James Mitchell is set to have season-ending knee surgery, according to Virginia Tech's head football coach, Justin Fuente.

After Friday night's season-opener, Virginia Tech is facing new challenges and officials are promising to take action.

The Hokies welcome in Middle Tennessee State for the first ever matchup between the two schools.

As the Hokies prepare to take on UNC on Friday for its home-opener, staff at Lane Stadium are preparing something as well.

Virginia Tech football’s return to Lane Stadium has local businesses in Blacksburg working around the clock to prepare.

Virginia Tech will require fans to wear masks in certain areas of Lane Stadium at Friday’s football game.

The band is back together again and ready to march through Lane Stadium in Blacksburg!

You’ll now be able to sip a beer while you watch the Hokies at Lane Stadium this upcoming season.

After a pandemic hiatus, Virginia Tech's Lane Stadium will operate at 100% capacity for the upcoming Hokies football season.

COVID-19 vaccine distribution strategy is shifting in the New River Valley.

Here's a look at some of the stories we'll be following today as they make headlines across the country and Southwest Virginia.

Hundreds of Virginia Tech Hokes walked across the stage for graduation Monday afternoon.

Virginia Tech plans to open Lane Stadium at 100% capacity if state mandates and regulations allow it.

Thursday the New River Health District teamed up with the university to host a mass vaccinate site at Lane Stadium.

BLACKSBURG, Va. – Sorry Hokie fans! The COVID-19 pandemic is canceling this year’s spring game for Virginia Tech, according to Virginia Tech Director of Athletics Whit Babcock. “Regrettably, given the current restrictions in place and out of concern for the health and well-being of our community, our student-athletes and our fans, we have made the decision to not have a spring football game,” Babcock said. “We realize this is disappointing for many and certainly for our football team, but we believe that it is the proper decision for the Virginia Tech community and the town of Blacksburg. “Lane Stadium was not the same without Hokie Nation last year,” said head coach Justin Fuente.

After a difficult year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Class of 2021 Hokies will be able to graduate in Lane Stadium this year. Virginia Tech announced in a press release that the university is planning to have multiple graduation ceremonies in Lane Stadium and an online ceremony this spring. With more than 8,000 students planning to graduate, Virginia Tech said that having more than one graduation ceremony will allow the university to safely hold graduates and their families. Students will need to register for commencement events given that a limited number of guests will be allowed due to public health concerns. Virginia Tech has yet to make details final but will do so within the next few weeks.

It was a short hiatus without the Commonwealth Cup for Virginia Tech. After getting beat by Virginia for the first time in 15 years last season in Charlottesville, the Hokies reclaimed bragging rights on Saturday, earning a 33-15 win over the Cavaliers at Lane Stadium. Khalil Herbert rushed for 162 yards and a touchdown on 20 carries for Virginia Tech (5-6), which outscored Virginia in the second quarter, 24-0, to take a 27-7 halftime lead. Brennan Armstrong went 25-of-45 passing for 259 yards and two touchdown in defeat for Virginia (5-5).

BLACKSBURG, Va. – Last year’s 45-10 loss against Duke at Lane Stadium was a turning point for Virginia Tech. But nearly one year later, that game is still on the Hokies' minds as prepare for the Blue Devils on Saturday. “We remember everything about that Duke game from last year,” said redshirt junior guard Lecitus Smith said. The ground attack tallied 314 yards, and according to Smith, it was also proof that the offensive line is coming together. More notably, their defensive line only allows opponents 3.72 yards per carry.

BLACKSBURG, Va. – The first Virginia Tech home football game of the season is an annual holiday for Hokie fans, but only a handful of them got to experience the action inside of Lane Stadium this season. Virginia Tech only admitted 1,000 fans into the stadium due to COVID-19 precautions, which left many students looking for a different way to watch their team. “I’ve been to a couple of games in person and nothing beats it,” said Virginia Tech freshman Chase Jaramillo. “Me and my friends are still treating this game as regularly as we can.”Many of the fans inside of Lane Stadium were friends or family of the players. Virginia Tech students on campus mostly chose between three options.

BLACKSBURG, Va – On Saturday night, the Virginia Tech Hokies will take the field for their first game of the season at Lane Stadium. Any other year, Hokie fans would tell you can’t have football without tailgating, Enter Sandman and a stadium full of cheering students. “College football and game day and tailgating is such a deep valued tradition here at Virginia Tech we always look forward to the fall to be able to do that we’ve been doing it for decades, but this is an unusual year,” Virginia Tech Spokesperson Mark Owczarski said. Because of COVID-19, there will be several health precautions and restrictions when the Hokies take the field against NC State. Virginia Tech leaders agree that they are looking forward to the day when things can return to normal, but safety is the top priority for now.

NC State’s visit to Lane stadium will include a bittersweet homecoming for a member of there coaching staff. Assistant Charley Wiles spent 24 years alongside Bud Foster, and another two as a grad assistant under head coach Frank Beamer. But he’ll enter Lane stadium Saturday wearing the visiting Wolfpack colors. Wiles played for Coach Frank Beamer at Murray State as well. NC State at Virginia tech is set to kick off at 8 p.m. from Lane Stadium.

BLACKSBURG, Va. – After being postponed, a new date has been set for the Commonwealth Cup. UVA will travel to Blacksburg to play at Lane Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 12. Rather than begin each team’s regular season, the game is now set to be the final regular-season match-up for each squad. The game was originally scheduled to be played Saturday at 7:30 p.m., but due to coronavirus cases at Virginia Tech, was postponed. Here’s the statement Virginia Tech published regarding the game’s initial postponement:

BLACKSBURG, VA. Many football fans rejoiced when they learned Virginia Tech will play home games this fall. For area businesses, no fans might as well mean no football at all. Blacksburg businesses profits connect directly to Virginia Tech football. Casey Jenkins is the Executive Director of Downtown Blacksburg Inc.Its cautious optimism because the big question for many folks is the capacity of Lane Stadium, Jenkins said. Thats why no matter how many fans Virginia Tech ends up allowing, itll likely still be a loss.

Many of them found time to reunite with their closest friends on campus before the big moment. The campus is beaming with life again, even if life did not go as expected for these grads. Even just looking back at freshman year pictures, it doesn’t seem that long ago,” said O’Connor. This is more than just a graduation celebration, it’s a homecoming for the seniors who have spent their last semester learning through computer screens. Click here to watch the Class of 2020′s virtual commencement.

BLACKSBURG, Va. - After the win over Rhode Island on Saturday, the Hokies are ready for the next challenge, taking on North Carolina at home in Lane Stadium. He's an outstanding football coach, a great motivator, a great communicator," defensive coordinator Bud Foster said. He's got his guys playing hard and believing. I think that's one thing he's really got them doing, believing in playing hard." For his size, he can really, really run."

Running back Deshawn McClease #33 of the Virginia Tech Hokies is tackled by defensive end Victor Dimukeje #51 of the Duke Blue Devils in the first half at Lane Stadium on September 27, 2019 in Blacksburg, Virginia. (Photo by MichaelBLACKSBURG, Va. - Virginia Tech allowed Duke to score 31 unanswered points on Friday night as the Hokies fell 45-10. The night didn't start badly for the Hokies, as they led 3-0 after the first quarter. Duke quarterback Quentin Harris led the way for his team with two passing touchdowns and one rushing touchdown. Despite the 102-yard rushing effort by Hokies junior running back Deshawn McClease, the Hokies are now 0-2 in conference play.

BLACKSBURG, Va. - The Virginia Tech Hokies are coming off a bye week and ready to take on Duke Friday night in Lane Stadium. "We need to come out of the half strong, we need to finish strong, playing the whole 60 minutes makes a difference." With 2-1 Duke looming on the horizon, the Hokies know a win against Dave Cutcliffe's squad is never guaranteed. Fuente agreed, "Obviously, we have a huge challenge this week, Duke coming in here Friday night. We've always known coach Cutcliffe is a fantastic coach, but they've got a tremendous amount of talent over there as well."

BLACKSBURG, Va. - Ryan Willis threw for two touchdowns and ran for another as Virginia Tech beat Old Dominion 31-17 on Saturday. Keshawn King also scored on a 4-yard run for the Hokies, who were stunned 49-35 when they played at Old Dominion a year ago. THE TAKEAWAYOld Dominion: Despite its victory last season, Old Dominion is not ready to contend against the Hokies and Power Five schools. UP NEXTOld Dominion: The Monarchs have a bye next weekend and play at Virginia on Sept. 21. Virginia Tech: The Hokies play host to Furman next Saturday.

Quarterback Bryce Perkins #3 of the Virginia Cavaliers carries the ball against the Virginia Tech Hokies in the second half at Lane Stadium on November 23, 2018 in Blacksburg, Virginia. Atop the list are the Clemson Tigers, who neither UVA or Virginia Tech has to play in the regular season. UVA received 44 votes, while Virginia Tech received 12. 25, received 141 votes. Click here to view the full Top 25 poll.