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 2 min read I-81 shooting incident in Botetourt County under investigation Web Staff October 10, 2025 1 min read Branch Group to host 4th annual GIRL Construction Experience tomorrow Web Staff October 10, 2025 1 min read Luke Combs scheduled to perform in Charlottesville in April Clark Palmer October 9, 2025