Frank Beamer Named to 2025 Naismith Hall of Fame as Virginia Tech Returns to Final Four Glory
In a momentous week for Virginia Tech athletics, legendary football coach Frank Beamer has been named to the 2025 Naismith Memorial Hall of Fame class—an unprecedented honor for a figure whose legacy transcends the gridiron. This milestone coincides with the Hokies’ basketball program making a historic run back to the Final Four, reigniting pride and passion across Hokie Nation.
Beamer, who served as Virginia Tech’s head football coach from 1987 to 2015, is best known for transforming the Hokies from an overlooked program into a national powerhouse. Under his leadership, Virginia Tech appeared in 23 consecutive bowl games and competed for the national championship in 1999. His signature “Beamer Ball”—a philosophy emphasizing defense and special teams excellence—redefined how teams approached all three phases of the game.
The announcement of Beamer’s Hall of Fame induction was met with thunderous applause from fans, former players, and colleagues alike. While the Naismith Hall of Fame is traditionally associated with basketball, its contributor and multi-sport category recognizes monumental figures whose influence reshaped the collegiate sports landscape. Beamer’s contribution to college football and collegiate athletics as a whole made him an undeniable choice.
What makes the timing of this honor even more poetic is Virginia Tech’s unexpected return to the NCAA Men’s Basketball Final Four for the first time since their Cinderella run in 1967. The synergy of a basketball resurgence and the enshrinement of a football icon serves as a unifying celebration for the entire Hokie community.
Frank Beamer’s induction into the Hall of Fame isn’t just a tribute to wins and records—it’s a recognition of a culture built on resilience, excellence, and loyalty. As Virginia Tech rides a wave of athletic resurgence, Beamer’s name will forever be stitched into the fabric of collegiate sports history.
Congratulations to Coach Beamer—a Hokie legend whose impact will echo across generations.
