A New Era in Blacksburg: Brian White is Virginia Tech's Next Director of Athletics

Ryan Castle breaks down the breaking news out of Blacksburg today that Virginia Tech has officially hired Brian White as its new Vice President and Director of Athletics. White comes to Blacksburg after eight years leading FAU, where he helped oversee one of the most successful stretches in school history, including FAU men’s basketball’s Final Four run, major department growth, and a move into a bigger era of college athletics. Now he steps into a massive moment at Virginia Tech: James Franklin is in place, fundraising momentum is building, facilities are moving forward, and Hokie Athletics is trying to position itself for the future of the ACC and modern college sports. Ryan breaks down the hire, White’s background, what he brings to Blacksburg, and what this means for the next era of Virginia Tech Athletics.