Hokies are set to host the third annual Shoes 4 Hope event in collaboration with Carilion Clinic.

BLACKSBURG – For the third consecutive year, Virginia Tech Basketball is joining forces with Carilion Children’s to combat pediatric cancer. The athletes and coaching staff from both the men’s and women’s teams will collaborate with patients from Carilion Pediatric Hematology-Oncology to creatively enhance awareness of pediatric cancer.

Over 25 children and teenagers participating will have the opportunity to customize shoes for the coaches and basketball personnel to wear later in the season. On Wednesday, Dec. 18, from noon to 2 p.m., players and coaches will co-design the footwear alongside the kids and their families at the Hahn Hurst Basketball Practice Center.
 
The women’s basketball staff and coaches will don these uniquely crafted sneakers during the Jan. 30 match against Notre Dame at Cassell Coliseum. Meanwhile, the men’s basketball staff and coaches will sport their sneakers on Jan. 25 when the Hokies welcome Clemson.

This initiative is part of the NCAA’s ongoing “Coaches vs. Cancer” campaign, which encourages collegiate basketball coaches and staff across the nation to wear sneakers at selected games to promote awareness for the cause.

FOR MEDIA: An RSVP is necessary to attend. Please email bcox90@vt.edu to secure your attendance.
WHO: Virginia Tech players and coaches, Carilion Children’s patients, Carilion Children’s administrators
WHEN: Wednesday, Dec. 18, noon-2 p.m.
WHERE: Hahn Hurst Basketball Practice Center (605 Washington St. SW, Blacksburg, VA 24061)
WHAT: Media representatives are welcomed to capture b-roll and photographs and interview select Virginia Tech players, coaches, and Carilion Children’s leaders during the event. If you cannot be present, Virginia Tech Athletics will provide selected photos and b-roll from Wednesday’s activity. Please contact bcox90@vt.edu for access.