Week 1... it's ain't over yet folks!

At certain times of the year, it’s tough to be away from home & what you love the most. For most people that time of year is the holiday’s. For me, it’s the onset of fall and college football. I miss walking down the street seeing the rows of VT and UVA flags flying proudly, eliciting good-natured neighborhood competition, the camaraderie of the tailgates, and most of all, the friends & family adorned with facepaint and logos who are always ready for a good banter about Stinespring.

So what did we learn about the ACC this first weekend of the 2010 season?

• UNC’s veteran QB showed poise and composure in the face of major adversity. With 7 starters (13 players in total) out due to speculations of academic fraud & taking benefits from agents (i.e. selfishness) Yates performed well under pressure and in the face of a legit LSU defense. Perhaps a pre-season ranking of 18 was a bit generous but we may never know…

• Jacory Harris looked great (that tasted like vinegar) and Miami showed speed & accuracy against a mismatched opponent. The pace of the no-huddle offense will be key when Tech faces Miami in November. Next week Miami faces Ohio State in a game that’s sure to get as much hype as the one we’re playing tomorrow.

• NC State won, but I’m not worried.

So while being surrounded by the PAC-10 is sometimes nauseating, there are big perks to being a west coast Hokie: spending the day in the sun at Roxbury Park with the hubby and dog, having a front row seat to the USC downfall, and watching the games from a bar with an ocean view! Looking forward to seeing my fellow Tech alum tomorrow in Hermosa!