that popped into my head. Honestly, I assumed that at the beginning of VT's fiscal year (FY) (July 1) BW and Chip would have a conversation to identify what small projects Chip would focus on for that FY. Some projects could be ongoing FY after FY and other projects that could be one-time deals or once in a blue moon (aka not designed to rollover into the next FY). Heck lap's bat project could even be rolled up under Chip's domain to allow BW to focus more on the "big stuff" or longer term projects. Basically VT has options on how the arrangement is structured. Not only would it be good PR among the fan base, but a structure would be in place for someone else to pick up the torch if Chip decided it was time to "retire" from the role (not that advocating it). Whether Chip set out to do it this, he has basically created the blueprint for how a fan can go about raising money for a sport he/she is passionate about. I am confident there is at least 1 person in the next generation of Hokie fans who is just as passionate about softball as Chip is and my hope is that individual will be willing to step in Chip's shoes when the time comes so the program experiences a seamless transition. Even though the person will have big shoes to fill, everyone will know the program is still in good hands because of the foundation Chip built when he created the blueprint.