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Virginia Tech Hokies Set to Battle Duke Blue Devils at Cameron Indoor Stadium

As the Virginia Tech Hokies prepare to face off against the Duke Blue Devils at Cameron Indoor Stadium, fans are buzzing with anticipation. The upcoming game promises to be a thrilling encounter, and if recent performances are anything to go by, the Hokies have every reason to approach this matchup with confidence.


Duke Blue Devils VS Virginia Tech Hokies

The Virginia Tech women's basketball team has been on an impressive run of form. In their last game on January 22nd against Wake Forest's Demon Deacons, the Hokies emerged victorious with a convincing 74-57 win. Their offense was firing on all cylinders, shooting 47 percent from the field and an impressive 51 percent from inside the arc. Moreover, their defensive prowess was evident as they racked up five steals and limited turnovers to just ten for the entire game.


This performance wasn't a one-off either; it followed another strong showing against Pittsburgh's Panthers where VT secured a 69-62 victory. The team showed great resilience and efficiency in that encounter as well, boasting an assist-turnover ratio of 1.75 and making over half of their two-point attempts.


However, it would be remiss not to consider the challenge posed by Duke. The Blue Devils will have home-court advantage and will undoubtedly look to leverage this in front of their passionate supporters. Yet despite this factor, there is something about this Virginia Tech squad that suggests they can rise above such challenges.


One key area where VT could dominate is rebounding; they outrebounded their opponents in both previous games mentioned – totaling 37 rebounds against Wake Forest alone – which could prove crucial in maintaining possession and controlling the pace of play against Duke.


The upcoming clash is not just another game; it's an opportunity for Virginia Tech Hokies to solidify their status as serious contenders within conference play while overcoming a historically tough opponent away from home.


Fans eager for action can mark their calendars for January 26th at 8:00 PM Eastern Time when these two teams lock horns at Cameron Indoor Stadium in Durham. The match will be broadcasted nationally on ACC Network channel 612 – ensuring no one misses out on what promises to be an enthralling battle between two determined sides.

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