Source: BroBible
Summary
The Virginia Tech softball team will compete in the 2026 NCAA Tournament but will not host the opening round of play due to a scheduling conflict with graduation. The team was denied a Top 16 seed despite having a strong resume, with a 46-10 record and a third-place finish in the ACC standings. The selection committee cited the team’s RPI and strength of schedule as factors in the decision.
Our Reading
The routine arrives with confidence. The Virginia Tech softball team’s strong season wasn’t enough to secure a Top 16 seed. The Hokies will travel to Baton Rouge for their regional, where they’ll face off against LSU. The selection committee cited RPI and strength of schedule as factors in the decision, but it’s hard not to wonder if the graduation conflict played a role. The Hokies’ schedule ranked 57th nationally, and they didn’t test themselves as often as other teams. Maybe next year they’ll get the respect they deserve.
Author: Evan Null
