Herd coach on battling Virginia Tech; Byron is NASCAR Rookie of the Year Gene Marrano November 30, 2018 1 minute read NASCAR driver and Liberty University student William Byron accepted the NASCAR Rookie of the Year award in Las Vegas on Wednesday. And Virginia tech must beat Marshall tomorrow at home to become bowl-eligible: Share: Post navigation Previous: The Christmas Cup comes to Mill Mountain TheatreNext: Wanted: more Salvation Army bell ringers Related Stories Roanoke unveils historic marker to honor ophthalmology pioneer Web Staff April 17, 2026 Roanoke prepares for record heat, road closures during Blue Ridge Marathon Ian Price April 17, 2026 Virginia agency warns drivers against cannabis use ahead of 4/20 Web Staff April 17, 2026