Virginia Tech Football Reveals New Coaching Staff Appointments
Virginia Tech football has unveiled its new coaching staff, curated by Head Coach James Franklin. This newly structured team is aimed at enhancing player development and overall performance for the Hokies. The appointments feature a mix of returning staff and accomplished newcomers, each bringing a wealth of experience in various coaching roles.
Key Appointments in Virginia Tech Football Coaching Staff
Brent Pry – Defensive Coordinator/Linebackers Coach
- Pry returns with over 30 years of coaching experience.
- Previously led Virginia Tech to consecutive bowl games in 2023 and 2024.
- Was the defensive coordinator at Penn State, achieving top-25 defenses in four of six seasons.
Sean Spencer – Run Game Coordinator/Defensive Line Coach
- Brings nearly 30 years of coaching experience from both collegiate and professional levels.
- Helped Texas A&M secure an 11-1 record and a College Football Playoff appearance in 2025.
- Previously worked at Florida, New York Giants, Penn State, and Vanderbilt.
Anthony Midget – Pass Game Coordinator/Safeties Coach
- A former Virginia Tech player from 1996-99, Midget returns with over 20 years of coaching experience.
- Notable for his time with the Pittsburgh Steelers and Tennessee Titans’ defensive backs.
Nick Perry – Cornerbacks Coach
- Recently coached at Arkansas, following experience with the Seattle Seahawks and Atlanta Falcons.
- He played for Alabama and contributed to national championship teams.
Vic Hall – Defensive Recruiting Coordinator/Nickels Coach
- Brings 12 years of coaching experience, previously with Rutgers and Ball State.
- A former player at Virginia, he also has ties to various college programs.
Ty Howle – Offensive Coordinator/Tight Ends Coach
- Arrives after significant success at Penn State, recognized for mentoring tight ends.
- In 2024, his players helped anchor one of the nation’s most efficient offenses.
Norval McKenzie – Assistant Head Coach/Run Game Coordinator/Running Backs Coach
- Most recently at Georgia Tech, where his running backs excelled in scrimmage yards and touchdowns.
- Coached at various institutions, including Vanderbilt and Louisville.
Matt Moore – Offensive Line Coach
- Returning for his second season at Virginia Tech, Moore focuses on enhancing offensive line performance.
- He has developed multiple All-Americans during stints with West Virginia and other programs.
Danny O’Brien – Quarterbacks Coach
- Brings a wealth of quarterback development experience from various levels.
- Previously coached at Penn State, mentoring standout quarterbacks.
Fontel Mines – Offensive Recruiting Coordinator/Wide Receivers Coach
- Known for his recruiting prowess, Mines has developed notable receivers in his tenure at Tech.
- Prior coaching experience includes stops at Old Dominion and East Carolina.
Doug Shearer – Special Teams Coordinator
- With extensive experience, Shearer previously coordinated productive special teams at UConn.
- His teams have earned all-conference honors in special teams performance.
Chuck Losey – Assistant Athletics Director for Athletic Performance – Football
- Losey, a veteran coach, previously directed performance enhancement at Penn State.
- He has a proven track record of training top-tier draft picks.
Franklin’s recent appointments reflect a commitment to building a robust coaching foundation at Virginia Tech. This new staff aims to leverage their extensive experience to elevate the program into the upper echelons of college football.
