Virginia Tech athletic director Whit Babcock announced today head coach Frank Beamer has received a two year extension through the 2018 season.
“This well-deserved extension is a reward for 27 tremendous years, certainly, but also is based upon my observations and work with him these past seven months,” Babcock said. “His integrity and work ethic is even better than advertised and he still has that competitive fire and wants to move Virginia Tech forward. I believe in him and support him, his staff, and our team. We look forward to a successful 2014 season and beyond.”
Beamer will begin his 28th season as the Hokies head coach and leads all active coaches with 266 career wins. He’s had an illustrious career in Blacksburg, winning four ACC titles and three Big East championships. He led the Hokies to twenty-one straight bowl appearances and the 1999 national championship game, losing to Florida State 46-29.
Virginia Tech is looking to bounce back from two disappointing seasons. The Hokies have struggled to live up to expectations, posting an 8-5 record in 2013 and 7-6 in 2014.
The Hokies kick off their 2014 season this Saturday against William & Mary.
*Section Photo credit to Joel Hawksley, Roanoke Times; Featured Photo (above) credit to Chuck Burton, Associated Press
