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Virginia Tech Hosts Florida State in Key ACC Matchup
Hokies look to improve NCAA Tournament standing with home win over Seminoles
Published on Feb. 14, 2026
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The Virginia Tech Hokies men's basketball team will host the Florida State Seminoles in a key ACC matchup on Saturday afternoon. The Hokies currently sit at 17-8 overall and 6-6 in conference play, jockeying for position in the NCAA Tournament field. A win over the Seminoles would be a valuable Quadrant 1 victory for Virginia Tech as they aim to secure an at-large bid to the Big Dance.
Why it matters
This game is crucial for Virginia Tech's NCAA Tournament hopes. The Hokies are currently listed as the first team out of the projected field, so a win over a quality opponent like Florida State could go a long way in boosting their resume. The Hokies are looking to return to the NCAA Tournament for the first time since the 2021-22 season.
The details
Virginia Tech is coming off an impressive upset win over then-No. 20 Clemson earlier this week, led by strong performances from guards Ben Hammond and Jailen Bedford. The Hokies will look to carry that momentum into Saturday's matchup with Florida State, who enters the game with a 15-10 overall record and a 6-6 mark in ACC play.
- The game is scheduled for Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 2 p.m. ET.
- Selection Sunday for the 2026 NCAA Tournament is set for March 15, 2026.
The players
Ben Hammond
A guard for the Virginia Tech Hokies who scored 19 points in the team's recent win over Clemson.
Jailen Bedford
A guard for the Virginia Tech Hokies who scored a team-high 23 points in the win over Clemson.
Tobi Lawal
A forward for the Virginia Tech Hokies who recorded 12 points and 9 rebounds in the win over Clemson.
What they’re saying
“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”
— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)
“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”
— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)
What’s next
The Hokies have six regular-season games remaining after this matchup with Florida State, including a key road contest at North Carolina on February 28th. Virginia Tech will also compete in the ACC Tournament, which begins on March 10th, as they look to secure an NCAA Tournament bid.
The takeaway
This game against Florida State represents a crucial opportunity for Virginia Tech to bolster its NCAA Tournament resume. A win over the Seminoles would be the Hokies' third Quadrant 1 victory of the season, further strengthening their case for an at-large bid to the Big Dance. With Selection Sunday looming, the Hokies know they must continue to stack up quality wins to punch their ticket to the NCAA Tournament.
