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The newest showplace in college basketball is now a reality on the Virginia Tech campus. The new basketball practice facility affords the Hokies every imaginable convenience needed to build an elite college basketball program. This new $21 million facility gives the Hokies the WOW! Factor so needed to compete at the highest level. The building, which ties together modern, state-of-the-art amenities with the architectural integrity of the beautifulVirginiaTech campus, is a shining beacon to the commitment the university has made to basketball. Construction on the 49,000 square-foot facility began in April 2008, and the Hokies moved into the building in August 2009. The minute you walk into this complex, the idea of “first class� envelops you. From the spacious and well-appointed offices that overlook the two practice gyms, to the modern locker room areas that include film rooms and player lounges, to the sports medicine room that allows even better care of student athletes, to the dedicated strength training and athletic performance rooms, this facility is a sight to behold. The main lobby, with its presentations of the history and the promise of Virginia Tech basketball, is one of the outstanding features of the building. Behind the practice court, the facility boasts a patio area made to host social events, including cookouts and tailgating. A modern equipment room is stocked with all the finest gear made by Nike. Every conceivable detail was included in this building, all for the benefit, use and convenience of the Virginia Tech basketball player.