Five reasons to join Virginia Tech women’s soccer vs. No. 14 Virginia

The Virginia Tech women’s soccer team will get a chance to earn a point in the Commonwealth Games, a matchup against No. 14 Virginia at Thompson Field in Smithfield on Thursday afternoon ET, and admission is free.

Below are five reasons why you won’t want to miss this Thursday’s match.



1. It’s a Commonwealth conflict.
Fans have had the opportunity to watch the lone rivalry between the two schools this season in Biscburgh girls soccer. Smithfield, a Commonwealth Games sponsor, is in its second year of sponsoring the friendly, in-state rivalry between Virginia Tech and Virginia. With 22 individual event points on the line, the school that accumulates 11.5 or more points will be crowned the winner and take home the Commonwealth Clash trophy. For more information, visit https://smithfield.sfdbrands.com/en-us/promotions/commonwealth-clash-2022/.

2. There will be gifts!
Don’t miss your chance to win a “This House” support towel while supplies last! Fans can take a photo with the new Commonwealth Clash trophy in the market area near the entrance for a chance to win a free bacon coupon.

3. Thursday Night Lights in Thompson field
After traveling to Clemson on Sunday, Tech returns to Blacksburg on Thursday for a game against Virginia. Support the Hokies as they fight for this year’s Commonwealth Cup.


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4. Homecoming Weekend Kickoff Game
With the women’s soccer game as the first home contest of the week, it’s time to show your hockey pride by heading out to Thompson Field to kick off this weekend’s homecoming festivities. Admission is free, so support the team this Thursday. For more information about Homecoming festivities around campus.



5. State pride is on the line.
Tech will face Virginia for 23 Thursday night^rd Since 1994. The Cavaliers are coming off a loss against Florida State last week and a tie with Syracuse on Sunday. The Hokies are looking to bounce back after back-to-back losses to Miami (Fla.) and Clemson.