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  • Distributed September 01, 2006
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September 01, 2006

Stations, this Saturday, September 2, Virginia Tech opens its football season in Lane Stadium against Northeastern.  65,000 folks will make their way to the game, and take part in one of the great traditions of fall at Virginia Tech.  Fan behavior has become an issue in some well-publicized instances in professional and college sports.

Virginia Tech’s Hokies Respect campaign is a proactive effort intended to make sure the atmosphere in the stadium is first class, and everyone has a positive experience.

Director of Athletics Jim Weaver shares the goals of Hokies Respect, and the role the fans can play as part of this effort.


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Cut 1:

Weaver describes the essence of Hokies Respect.

IN: We’re now
RUNS: 19
OUT:  with respect

Cut 2:

Weaver stresses that it all begins with self-respect.

IN: And it’s important
RUNS: 21
OUT:  might be

Cut 3:

Weaver says that Virginia Tech athletics wants to reflect the core values and character of the university.

IN: It’s a component
RUNS: 13
OUT: stands for

Cut 4:

Weaver says the behavior of the fans reflects on Virginia Tech athletics and the university.

IN: It’s an opportunity
RUNS: 27
OUT: opponent

Cut 5:

Weaver gives some guidelines on which fans can base their behavior.

IN: We want to
RUNS: 14
OUT: to be treated


More information on Hokies Respect can be found at: http://hokiesports.com/respect/