ESPN REPORT: Michael Vick and DeAngelo Hall Stun College Football World with Multi-Million Dollar Endowment to Virginia Tech — Hokies Legends Reignite Program’s Powerhouse Ambitions
In a move that has sent shockwaves through the college football community, Virginia Tech legends Michael Vick and DeAngelo Hall have announced a multi-million dollar endowment to their alma mater’s football program — a historic and heartfelt commitment aimed at restoring the Hokies to national prominence.
The announcement came during an emotional on-campus event held at Lane Stadium, where both Vick and Hall stood before alumni, athletes, and university leadership to reveal their combined gift, which sources say exceeds $12 million. The funds will be used to support scholarships, facility enhancements, player development programs, and long-term investments in athlete wellness and education.
> “Virginia Tech gave us everything,” said Michael Vick. “The opportunities, the memories, the brotherhood — it all started right here. This endowment is about giving that same chance to future generations.”
A Game-Changing Commitment
The endowment, officially named the Hokie Legacy Fund, is the largest former-player contribution in the history of Virginia Tech Athletics. University officials confirmed that a significant portion will go directly toward expanding the Merryman Athletic Facility, upgrading training and rehab centers, and providing cost-of-attendance and NIL support for student-athletes.
DeAngelo Hall, who starred at cornerback for the Hokies from 2001–2003 before a successful 14-year NFL career, emphasized the need to “empower the players of tomorrow.”
> “We’re not just investing in football — we’re investing in young men,” Hall said. “We want to make sure every Hokie walks through this campus knowing they have the support, resources, and family to succeed.”
Reviving the Glory Days
For Virginia Tech fans, the announcement feels like the beginning of a new chapter — one filled with hope, pride, and renewed competitive fire. Vick and Hall both played critical roles in Virginia Tech’s rise to national prominence in the late 1990s and early 2000s under legendary coach Frank Beamer. Vick led the Hokies to the 2000 BCS National Championship Game, while Hall anchored one of the nation’s fiercest defenses just a few seasons later.
Their return to the program in such a powerful way is more than symbolic — it’s strategic. The Hokie Legacy Fund is expected to significantly boost the program’s ability to attract elite recruits, retain top talent, and build a sustainable path back to national contention in the evolving landscape of college football.
Hokie Nation Reacts
The news has lit up social media with excitement and gratitude. Hashtags like #HokieLegacy, #VickAndHall, and #ThisIsHome began trending within hours, with current players, coaches, alumni, and fans praising the duo for giving back in such a meaningful way.
Head Coach Brent Pry called the moment “a catalyst for the next generation of greatness.”
> “Michael and DeAngelo showed the world what it means to be a Hokie,” Pry said. “Today, they’ve shown us what it means to be legends.”
As the Hokies look to the future, one thing is clear: with support like this, Virginia Tech football is no longer just dreaming
of a comeback — it’s building one.
