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Will the Virginia Tech Hokies Climb Over the Florida State Seminoles in Tallahassee?

As the Virginia Tech Hokies prepare to face off against the Florida State Seminoles, fans are eager to see if their team can carry forward their momentum and secure a victory at the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center. The upcoming clash on January 6th is poised to be a pivotal moment in VT's season, and all eyes are on whether they can overcome their recent performance hurdles.


Mar 4, 2023; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies forward Grant Basile (21) drives to the basket against the Florida State Seminoles in the second half at Cassell Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Lee Luther Jr.-USA TODAY Sports

The Hokies' last game against Wake Forest on December 30th was a tough pill to swallow, with VT falling short by a significant margin, scoring 63 points to Wake Forest's 86. Despite shooting at an impressive 53 percent from two-point range and securing 32 rebounds, it was not enough to combat Wake Forest's aggressive offense that capitalized on turnovers and dominated second-chance points.


However, looking back at VT's home game against American University on December 21st offers a glimmer of hope for Hokie fans. The team showcased what they're capable of when firing on all cylinders – an astounding 82 percent two-point shooting accuracy led them to a comfortable win with a final score of 77-55. Their defensive prowess was also evident as they blocked five shots and made four steals while maintaining an impressive assists turnover ratio of over three.


Mar 4, 2023; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Florida State Seminoles guard Jalen Warley (1) dribbles the ball against Virginia Tech Hokies center Lynn Kidd (15) in the second half at Cassell Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Lee Luther Jr.-USA TODAY Sports

Another beacon of optimism comes from their performance against Vermont Catamounts earlier in December when VT emerged victorious with a scoreline reflecting their balanced attack – both inside the paint and beyond the arc. With ten three-pointers made and strong defensive rebounding (33), it highlighted that when VT controls the boards, they control the game.


The key for Virginia Tech will be consistency; replicating these moments of brilliance is essential for success against FSU. The Seminoles will undoubtedly pose challenges with their home-court advantage in Tallahassee; however, if VT can minimize turnovers and maintain high shooting percentages as seen in past victories, there is every reason for optimism among fans.


As we look ahead toward this highly anticipated matchup between Virginia Tech Hokies and Florida State Seminoles, one thing is certain: It will be an intense battle where every possession counts. Fans should mark their calendars for January 6th at 4:00 PM EST as this pivotal game unfolds at Donald L. Tucker Civic Center in Tallahassee – broadcasted nationally on ACC Network channel number six hundred twelve.

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