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Virginia Tech Boosts Roster Ahead of New WAB Metric

7/25/2025

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The NCAA women’s basketball tournament is set to embrace a fresh metric, Wins Above Bubble (WAB), designed to highlight teams that conquer formidable rivals. Virginia Tech, eager to bounce back after missing the 2025 tournament, is bolstering its roster with new transfers and a tougher schedule, all while leveraging WAB’s emphasis on competitive victories.

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The NCAA women’s basketball tournament is set to embrace a fresh metric, Wins Above Bubble (WAB), designed to highlight teams that conquer formidable rivals. Virginia Tech, eager to bounce back after missing the 2025 tournament, is bolstering its roster with new transfers and a tougher schedule, all while leveraging WAB’s emphasis on competitive victories.