Why am I so PRO-Whit now. Plain and simple.....James Franklin is PRO-Whit. James talking of what a strong role Whit played in him choosing VT is all I needed to hear. Whether or not Whit is a good public speaker, although him NOT being good is surprising..... is not the most important aspect of his skills in serving VT. He pushed for a budget increase. He has probably been pushing for a budget increase. Our previous budget has been holding us back, and arguably was definitely affecting our previous coach choices. But whether or not I question Whit, and if Whit should be replaced.......... Died for me when James spoke highly of Whit and how important it was to James having a solid relationship with WHIT and Sands. To me, that marked the moment that it's time for Hokie fans to.....Move on. I have said this before, but this budget increase which led to the hiring of JF may later be viewed as Whit's Swan Song, although we may never know how much of a role he actually played. That said, If the JF hire grows the VT product like I think we all think it might, along with the improvements of VT sports in general outside of football, it could be argued that VT sports may well have taken a monumental step forward on Whit's watch.....and that's saying something. Onward and Upward I say. Women's basketball I think was a homerun. Men's basketball is on an upward trend overall. Wrestling is peaking. Other areas are improving. And now we have James Franklin. WHIT Stays for as long as he wants or until JF says he needs to go. You've got the reigns James Franklin! Lead us to the promised land! Frankly Speaking....Let's GO HOKIES!! ** Edited by jonnyhawk at 11/20/2025, 1:33:24 PM