…Because Duke wouldn’t allow me access.

Most games, I usually get an opportunity to briefly speak with Coach after the game or series. In this case, we exchanged texts. I try to be very respectful of his time and really try not to impose. He is a busy guy and I really appreciate all he does for VT. I’m not a professional reporter (although I try to be) and he doesn’t owe me any access. Yet, he gives me his time and shares his thoughts.

I will tell you that he and the team are extremely appreciative of the coverage that Techsideline has provided this season. From the very beginning, he was supportive of the TSL press pass request and he told me at Louisville that most of the team reads my stories, which was certainly flattering.

A huge shout out to @Will Stewart for supporting this crazy endeavor for this old guy. I believe the Roanoke Times has written exactly one story on softball this season, so I like to think we provide something that’s not available anywhere else.

As others have commented in this thread, we do need to do whatever it takes to keep Coach D’Amour. I think he is building something special.

Let’s Go Hokies!

FINISH IT!!!