On the VT website, there was an article of the proceedings from the recent BOV meeting. This narrative and tone is written by VT public affairs, and has a synopsis of the BOV meeting and comments by President Sands. Sands in his comments mentioned this "Sands also commented on the rapidly changing landscape of college athletics and noted that the university continues its work to position itself for the strongest possible future in athletics given the many factors beyond the university’s control." I know most of you will say he said nothing.... probably all he could say... my observations They did have a closed door meeting with the Sub-committee that includes student affairs (and athletics is covered in this area); but at the same time there was absolutely nothing on the agenda about realignment, but VT auditors completed the required audit of the VT athletic department. there was no comment and no problems. However, to have President Sands saying something, in this rhelm, indicates they are on-top of this the best you can be.