Florida State Wins Sugar Bowl to Claim BCS Title
Florida State dominates Virginia Tech 46-29 in the Sugar Bowl to capture the Bowl Championship Series national crown. Peter Warrick scores three touchdowns including a 43 yard grab sealing the win. Weinke throws two TDs, Tech rallies in third quarter but FSU outscores late. Hokies finish 11-1. 79,270 attend at the Superdome.
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Beamer a perfect fit for Hokies
EW ORLEANS Frank Beamer is praised as a down to earth Virginia Tech coach who built the Hokies into a national power through strong recruiting in Virginia and nearby states. The piece highlights his roots, leadership, and commitment to local talent as key to the program’s success and his loyalty to the commonwealth.
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Tech faces rebuilding task after breakthrough season
Virginia Tech hopes to repeat its high powered attack with Michael Vick at quarterback, but faces major loss as 18 players, including core defenders and specialists, depart. Beamer warns staying atop college football will be a big challenge as Hokies rebuild for 2000.
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Andre Davis
Hokie Holder Quietly Key to Sugar Bowl Bid
Pulaski native Caleb Hurd, Virginia Tech long snapper and field goal holder, anchored the decisive 44 yard kick by Shayne Graham that beat West Virginia 22 20, securing a spot against Florida State in the Sugar Bowl. Hurd, second cousin to Graham, has held 261 straight kicks dating to 1996 and remains a low profile yet pivotal contributor.
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MCA Cavaliers top Montcalm in 59 43 home win
Mercer Christian Academy beat Montcalm 59 to 43 as Buford East led MCA with 27 points and Bryan Cosby scored 23 for the Generals. MCA used strong pressure to disrupt Montcalm’s offense and pull away after a tight first half.
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