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James Franklin Named VT Coach, $229M “Invest-to-Win” Plan Launched

7/17/2026

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James Franklin was introduced as Virginia Tech's head football coach at the ACC Football Kickoff, retaining Brent Pry as defensive coordinator.
Franklin called former coach Frank Beamer for a blessing and dinner before accepting the job.
He said the Hokies are bigger, stronger and faster with a top-seven transfer class and a top-25 recruiting class.
Virginia Tech launched a $229 million “Invest To Win” athletics initiative and secured a $75 million gift.

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Story summary

James Franklin was introduced as Virginia Tech's head football coach at the ACC Football Kickoff, retaining Brent Pry as defensive coordinator.
Franklin called former coach Frank Beamer for a blessing and dinner before accepting the job.
He said the Hokies are bigger, stronger and faster with a top-seven transfer class and a top-25 recruiting class.
Virginia Tech launched a $229 million “Invest To Win” athletics initiative and secured a $75 million gift.