| Virginia Tech Hokies track and field | |
|---|---|
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| University | Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University |
| Head coach | Ben Thomas |
| Conference | ACC |
| Location | Blacksburg, Virginia |
| Outdoor track | Johnson / Miller Track Complex |
| Nickname | Hokies |
| Colors | Chicago maroon and burnt orange [1] |
The Virginia Tech Hokies track and field team is the track and field program that represents Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. The Hokies compete in NCAA Division I as a member of the Atlantic Coast Conference. The team is based in Blacksburg, Virginia at the Johnson / Miller Track Complex. [2]
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The program is coached by Ben Thomas. [3] The track and field program officially encompasses four teams because the NCAA considers men's and women's indoor track and field and outdoor track and field as separate sports. [4]
Queen Claye won the 2010 women's The Bowerman, becoming the only Virginia Tech athlete to win the award. [5]
Spyridon Jullien is the Hokies' only four-time NCAA champion, achieving two titles each in the weight throw for distance and hammer throw. [6]
