Dawgs president: replacing coach was tough decision – but has worked out Gene Marrano February 20, 2018 1 min read The Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs are riding a 7-game winning streak – they are also one game away from the .500 mark at 18-19 – and there’s no doubt they have played better since Sam Ftorek was replaced as the head coach. About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Convention favored over primary by committee and analystNext: Man charged again with removing tarps on Confederate statues Related Stories 1 min read Virginia Tech professor projects peak viewing of autumn colors in late October Web Staff September 15, 2025 1 min read Virginia Tech fires head football coach Brent Pry Ian Price September 14, 2025 1 min read Blue Ridge Land Conservancy to host 2025 Conservation Celebration on September 21 Web Staff September 12, 2025