Sons of Saturday: Virginia Tech Hokies

The third and final day of ACC Kickoff was without a doubt the most action-packed. The Bill Belichick circus pulled into town, the ACC HEAVY favorite Clemson Tigers were in town, along with Dabo's good friend, Dave Doren, and the NC State Wolfpack. We also heard from the Hokies, Duke, and Boston College. Extended thoughts on the Hokies availability from Day 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DnBM8Q-oXe4

Media Days are usually fluff and puff out your chest power hours, but BRM took on the challenge to dig for some of the most impactful and interesting quotes, tidbits, and takeaways from the Hokies trip to Charlotte ahead of a crucial 2025 campaign. Here is what he found.

Day two of ACC Kickoff from Charlotte is in the books! We heard from Florida State, Louisville, Syracuse, Pitt, Georgia Tech, and Wake Forest. We run down all the top takeaways, outlooks for the season, and hot topics. Saturday in the South (ATL vs SCAR Party) Tickets - https://www.parktavern.com/event/saturday-in-the-south-at-park-tavern-hosted-by-sons-of-saturday/ Conversation with Plant the Spear- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vwbJrQGYTxU&t=181s

BRM recaps day one of ACC Kickoff from Charlotte. A day featuring a commissioners panel with Jim Phillips, followed by Miami, SMU, Stanford, CAL, and UVA. We also touch on some headlines out of the Big10 Kickoff and if the ACC needs to consider adding Memphis after getting rejected from the Big 12.

Pat and BRM react to listener-submitted hot takes regarding the ACC at large and Virginia Tech ahead of the 2025 football season. VT vs South Carolina Saturday Night Party Gridiron Glory T-Shirt Atlanta Hotels

Former Virginia Tech Hokie Baller, Tanner Thomas, joins the show to share his journey from Blacksburg to the wild world of Banana Ball with the Party Animals. We talk Hokie memories, life on the road with the Party Animals, and what it’s like playing in the most entertaining baseball league in the world.

Virginia Tech Basketball just secured a major international commitment with Neoklis Avdalas from Greece — one of Europe's top young prospects. Head coach Mike Young continues to stack talent in Blacksburg as the Hokies reshape their roster for a big run next season. We break down what Avdalas brings to the table, how he fits into Tech’s system, and why this offseason might be Mike Young’s best yet.

What does the new NCAA vs. House legislation really mean for college sports? Pete and Billy Ray Mitchell are joined by Olivia Nuss Marullo, a renowned Sports Law Attorney and NIL expert, for an in-depth summary of how this ruling impacts every aspect of the game. From unprecedented changes to new opportunities, we delve into the positives, the negatives, and what's next for Name, Image, and Likeness in college athletics.

When Bryan Randall joined the Tech basketball team in 2003, he didn’t ask his football coaches for permission! Hear that story and so much more from one of Virginia Tech’s most accomplished quarterbacks.

BRM and Pete break down the biggest questions facing ACC teams ahead of the 2025 season | Provide some half-baked ideas to fix CFB + Weigh in on the Bill Belichick Jordon Hudson drama.

BRM, Sam, and Brett recap a historic night with Metallica in a packed-out Lane Stadium. A memory that will live in the hearts of Hokie and Metallica fans for the rest of time.

On the heels of the NFL Draft, BRM welcomes Columbus Casey and Jack "Bulldog" Boudreaux on the show to represent the SEC and Big 10. From there, we conduct a draft to see which teams each conference would like to add to bolster their sides.

BRM's monologue on the recent article published by On3 detailing Virginia Tech's fall from grace after Frank Beamer's Legendary run.

BRM catches up with Melanie from the Prestar packaging team to get the story behind how Frank Beamer gifted the on-field goalpost to a Hokie Fan after the historic 1999 season. TODAY you can own a piece of Hokies history and have this relic in your home. As of our recording, only 80 of the 500 pieces still remain. Get your goal post today while you still can! https://vtgoalpost.com/?utm_source=sos&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=anniversary

BRM and Ed share their thoughts on Buzz Williams's departure from Texas A&M to College Park to take over the Maryland job. We break down his often misunderstood resume, interesting personality, and what Terps fans can expect. A look at the Big East's resurgance, fueled in part by the House Settlement and great coaching. Rounded off with some Hokie Headlines on the portal and Chester Frazier's return.

From Solving Crimes to solving the mystery of the perfect cookie! BRM catches up with former VT Soccer player, Kendall Feighan to discuss her journey as she shifted from working with the Department of Justice and now started her own cookie company called Just Chippys.

Pat and BRM are back to provide exciting updates from both Hokie Baseball and Softball. We debate which games we'd love to re-do from Tech's recent past and discuss the strange death of mainstream sports media.

In honor of the 30 year anniversary of the 1995 NIT Championship, Pat and Rich are joined by Hokie Basketball legend, Coach Ace Custis. Topics discussed: Ace’s path to Virginia Tech, the teams of the 90s under Coach Bill Foster, Pro Career, current role, and rapid fire!

Pete and Ed are back - fresh off the first weekend of the NCAA tournament and ready to talk ball. While favorites were dominating the bracket, some Hokies decided Blacksburg wasn't the place for them. The guys break down who's leaving, who's staying, and how the portal will impact next season.

Pat and BRM chime in on the vibes of the Virginia Tech fanbase. Discuss 3 random VT big picture takes, Blacksburg's biggest flexes, and the MBB portal Looking for hotels for the South Carolina Game? Follow this link -> https://sonsofsaturday.com/vt/articles/looking-for-hotels-for-vt-vs-south-carolina-join-the-sos-discounted-hotel-block

BRM catches up with 6 year NFL-Pro, Joey Slye to discuss his career, life in the NFL, and his fundraising initiative with The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. To support Joey and his initiative with Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Visionaries of the Year campaign for the state of Virginia check out the link below. https://pages.lls.org/voy/va/va25/fmetcalfe

BRM and Pat chop it up with the leader of the Hokies strength and conditioning program, Coach Jarrett Ferguson to discuss his philosophy and vision as he gets the team ready for spring ball and the 2025-26 season.

BRM and Ed discuss Jeff Goodman's report that Mike Young will return to Virginia Tech with "an increased NIL package". What does this mean for Hokie Hoops? What are the truths and misconceptions about Coach Young's career?

Pete and Mike get you caught up on everything Hokies basketball as the men and women close out their regular seasons. The men continue to punch up, giving Louisville all they could handle last week before taking care of Syracuse in OT on Saturday. The ladies saved their tournament hopes with a big win at Clemson, but they have more work to do this Thursday in Greensboro, where they'll face Georgia Tech in the ACC Tournament.

BRM catches up with freshman power forward, Kayl Petersen ahead of the ACC Tournament on her first year with the Hokies and her Wisconsin roots.

BRM catches up with VT Softball Senior, Emma Lemley following her HISTORIC back-to-back perfect games to kick off the season.

BRM, Pete, and Sam discuss #Hokies hiring of Phil Montgomery as the new offensive coordinator.

BRM and Ed are joined by one of the most electric players in College Basketball. Hokies Forward, Tobi Lawal joins the show to discuss his development, time at Tech, and journey to the States from the United Kingdom.

BRM and Ed catch up with Hokie Men's Basketball assistant, Kevin Gilner to discuss this year's team, Mike Young's career, and the development of the young guys on the team.

Pete, Ed, and Mike are back to recap the last week of Hokie Hoops

BRM is joined by Sam and Pete from Two Deep to discuss the surprise departure of Virginia Tech offensive Coordinator, Tyler Bowen to Ohio State.

BRM and Pat sit down with Virginia Tech's newly hired Offensive Line Coach, Matt Moore. Matt Moore comes to Tech from West Virginia and has coached 17 All-Conference players since 2015, and was a Broyles award nominee in 2023.

Pete and Ed get you updated on everything VT basketball as January comes to a close.

Former ALL-ACC Hokie Golfer Bryce Chalkley joins the show to chat VT's new DC hire, Sam Siefkes and review the 2025 VT football schedule.

Pete, Ed, and Mike break down the last week of games for both basketball teams, highlighted by the ladies huge win over Louisville and the retirement of Liz Kitley's no. 33.

BRM and Pat weigh in on the VT DC search and recap the 2024 football season from a National perspective.

The basketball teams are 5 games into their ACC slate, respectively, and Pete and Ed are here to get you up to speed on everything.

BRM and Pat take one last look back at the 2024 football season. What happened? What did we learn? What areas can we improve?

Ed, Pete, and Mike break down the 2-0 Virginia Tech basketball swing against the Miami Hurricanes and break down the road ahead!

BRM and Pat recap the Hokies 24-10 loss to the Golden Gophers in the Queen City and take a look at the Bowl Season as a whole across CFB.

Two Deep and Sons of Saturday pair up to preview the Dukes Mayo Bowl matchup between the Hokies and Golden Gophers

Pete and Ed update you on everything Hokie Hoops. It's ACC play from here on out and the guys give you their latest record predictions for both the men and the women.

BRM and Coach Holmes dive into the Hokies staff changes which included a coordinator firing for the first time in over 30 years, both Quarterbacks announced as returning to VT, and Pry's presser from last week.

BRM is joined by Hokies WBB Sophomore Guard Samyha Suffren to chat about the season, her decision to come to Tech, and much more!

BRM is joined by his brother and Navy Grad Jackson Lee Mitchell for the annual Army-Navy Preview.

BRM and Pat catchup with Pop Watson after he DOMINATED UVA in the season finale to look back on the year, chat about the Bowl Game, and speak on the future.

Pat and Matej chop it up to review a successful signing day in Blacksburg. Check out Matej and the VTSCOOP teams efforts at VTSCOOP.com!

Senior WR, Stephen Gosnell tore his ACL in the 2023 Bowl Game. Many thought this could be the end of his career, but he rehabbed and was back in time for the start of the season and led the team in Receiving Yards.

BRM & Pat recap yet another Virginia Tech win over the Hoos in front of a packed out Lane Stadium with 3rd string QB Pop Watson starting AND balling out.

Pat and BRM preview the Commonwealth Cup that features two teams battling for Bowl eligibility.