Dawgs GM on Ftorek firing: “It had to be done.” Gene Marrano December 18, 2017 1 minute read Sam Ftorek In the midst of their latest losing streak the Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs have fired Sam Ftorek, the head coach for the pro hockey team since its inception last year. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: Entities like Roanoke Valley Broadband Authority could benefit from Net Neutrality repealNext: Tech announces major gift to benefit athletic center Related Stories 3 minutes read ACA tax credits expiration threatens thousands of Virginians healthcare access Ian Price January 5, 2026 0 1 minute read ROA traveler numbers up; executive director on future airport expansion plans Gene Marrano January 5, 2026 0 1 minute read Roanoke’s Exchange Music Hall makes debut, looks ahead to enhancements Web Staff January 5, 2026 0
