BLACKSBURG, VA – The Virginia Tech Hokies closed out their regular season with a 72-63 victory over the Boston College Eagles on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at Cassell Coliseum. The win gives Virginia Tech an 18-11 overall record and a 7-9 mark in ACC play, while Boston College finishes the season at 10-19 overall and 3-13 in conference action.
The game, which aired on ESPNU, saw Toibu Lawal lead the Hokies with 20 points and 7 rebounds. For Boston College, Boden Kapke put up a strong performance with 25 points and 8 rebounds, but it wasn’t enough to overcome Virginia Tech’s home-court advantage. The Eagles had been on a nine-game road slide coming into the contest, a streak they were unable to break.
Game Highlights and Key Stats
Virginia Tech established a lead early in the game and maintained it throughout, despite a late push from Boston College. The Hokies shot 45.5% from the field this season, according to team statistics, while limiting the Eagles to 40.9% shooting. Rebounding was relatively even, with Virginia Tech averaging 31.9 rebounds per game and Boston College averaging 32.9. Yet, Virginia Tech managed to force more turnovers, a key factor in their victory.
The Hokies’ ability to score over 70.7 points in a game has typically resulted in a 17-5 record, and they surpassed that mark against Boston College. Conversely, the Eagles have struggled when allowing opponents to score more than 78.9 points, holding a 10-13 record in those contests. The final score reflects this trend, with Virginia Tech exceeding that threshold.
Statistical Breakdown
Here’s a quick look at some key statistics from the game and the season leading up to it:
| Team | Field Goal % | Rebounds Per Game | Turnovers Per Game |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Tech | 45.5 | 31.9 | 9.8 |
| Boston College | 40.9 | 32.9 | 10.1 |
Looking Ahead
With the regular season complete, both teams are now preparing for the upcoming ACC Tournament. Virginia Tech will face Virginia on Saturday, March 7, at 12 p.m. ET on The CW Network. Boston College will take on Notre Dame on the same day at 12 p.m. ET on ESPN. The outcomes of these tournament games will determine each team’s postseason fate.
The ACC saw a busy slate of games on March 3, with other notable results including North Carolina’s 67-63 win over Clemson, Louisville’s 77-62 victory against Syracuse, and Virginia’s 75-70 triumph over Wake Forest. Full results from the day’s ACC action are available here.
The Virginia Tech Hokies will be looking to build on this momentum as they head into the tournament, while Boston College will aim to finish the season strong despite their recent struggles. Fans can catch all the action live on various ESPN platforms and The CW Network.
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