Hokie Nation is expressing its gratitude to Athletics Director Whit Babcock, as he prepares to transition to AD Emeritus and Special Advisor on July 1. Babcock led transformational change during his 12-year tenure, elevating Virginia Tech Athletics’ performance, financial foundation, academic excellence, and student-athlete development across all sports. His leadership guided the Hokies through the most dynamic and consequential period in college athletics history, from the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic to the emergence of NIL, revenue sharing and the transfer portal.
“Whit has been an exceptional leader, partner, Hokie, and advocate for student-athletes,” said Virginia Tech President Tim Sands. “His insight and integrity earned the respect and admiration of his peers and competitors throughout the ACC and NCAA. We deeply appreciate his service to Virginia Tech and college athletics.”
Babcock’s transition comes as Invest to Win, an unprecedented $229 million investment in athletics approved by the Board of Visitors in 2025, gains momentum. He was also instrumental in the formation of Hokie Ventures, a nonprofit corporation that will support the long-term growth and competitiveness of the athletics department…