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Brian White named Virginia Tech’s Vice President and Director of Athletics

Virginia Tech named Brian White as its new vice president and director of athletics on June 22, 2026. White succeeds the retiring Whit Babcock. He has since issued his first letter to the Hokie Nation.

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New reports confirm Whit Babcock is retiring and that White has sent an introductory letter to supporters.

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  1. Brian White Appointed Virginia Tech Vice President and Director of Athletics

    Virginia Tech named Brian White as its new vice president and director of athletics on June 22, 2026. White succeeds the retiring Whit Babcock. He has since issued his first letter to the Hokie Nation.

    What's confirmed:

    • Virginia Tech announced Brian White as vice president and director of athletics on Monday, June 22, 2026.
    • Brian White replaces Whit Babcock in the role.
    • Whit Babcock is retiring.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Brian White previously served eight years as the university vice president and athletic director at Florida Atlantic.
    • White sent his first letter to Hokie Nation to express excitement and gratitude.
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  2. Virginia Tech Appoints Brian White as Vice President and Director of Athletics

    Virginia Tech announced on Monday, June 22, 2026, that Brian White is the new vice president and director of athletics. White replaces Whit Babcock in the role. He previously spent eight years as the university vice president and athletic director at Florida Atlantic.

    What's confirmed:

    • Virginia Tech appointed Brian White as vice president and director of athletics on Monday, June 22, 2026.
    • Brian White succeeds Whit Babcock as athletic director.
    • White served as the university vice president and athletic director at Florida Atlantic from 2018 to 2026.
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