Kansas surprising opponent for Virginia Tech
Kansas, after finishing 11-1, earned its first Bowl Championship Series bid and set a school record for wins. The Jayhawks will face No. 5 Virginia Tech in the Orange Bowl on January 3, with Hokies aiming to defend a strong defensive season while Kansas relies on high scoring. Missouri’s loss to Oklahoma shifted the balance, allowing Kansas the at large invite despite head to head loss earlier in the season.
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Cavaliers to play Texas Tech in 2008 Gator Bowl
Virginia accepts bid to meet Texas Tech in the 2008 Konica Minolta Gator Bowl at Jacksonville Municipal Stadium on New Year’s Day. The Cavaliers, 9-3 this season, are ranked 20th coaches and 21st AP, in Groh’s fifth bowl appearance. Texas Tech stands 8-4.
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Virginia Tech routs UNC Greensboro in win over Spartans
Virginia Tech dominated UNC Greensboro 67 to 39 as Jeff Allen posted 16 points and 12 rebounds. Hokies improved to 4-3 and limited the Spartans to 26.5 percent shooting while capitalizing on 18 turnovers for 19 points. Kyle Hines led UNCG with 15 points and eight boards.
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WVU Fans Lose Money After Upset Costly Trip Plans
WVU fans face financial disappointment after an upset by Pittsburgh shattered hopes of a New Orleans trip for the Jan 7 national title. Donald Johnson spent 839 dollars for a three night package without insurance, while Weston native Bob Harrison paid 725 dollars for a nonrefundable Fiesta Bowl ticket and may try to sell it. Harrison might still head to New Orleans with friends despite the setback.
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Fiesta Bowl matchup set as West Virginia meets Oklahoma
West Virginia, 11-2, earned a Fiesta Bowl berth after a 13-9 loss to Pittsburgh. Oklahoma, also 11-2, routed Missouri 38-17 in the Big 12 title game. Coach Rich Rodriguez projects resilience for WVU. Stoops notes OU’s sixth BCS bid and past Fiesta appearances. Pat White may be ready despite a dislocated thumb.
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