BC Falls Short vs Virginia Tech, Needs Wins to Secure ACC Tournament Spot

0:00On March 6, Boston College fell short in a gritty battle against Virginia Tech, losing 72-63 in Blacksburg. The Eagles trailed by as much as 19 points, but clawed their way back into contention late only for the Hokies to hold on at home. Bowden Captain Shown for Boston College, with a career-high 25 points on solid shooting, Fred Payne shipped in 16, though it took him plenty of attempts. Tobiela Wall pays for Virginia Tech, with 20 points to secure the win. The loss leaves the Eagles on the bubble for the ACC tournament, one slim scenario away from missing it two years running. They need both Pitt and Notre Dame to drop their final two games, with tie-breakers complicating the math. Coaches shook up the starting lineup, bringing Donald Han back in, while shifting others to the bench for fresh energy. Still, free throw woes hurt again, going just 4-10 from the line. Boston College hosts Notre Dame on March 7 at noon in their regular season finale, a must win that could keep their postseason dreams alive if the stars align elsewhere.