Virginia Tech Secures Second 2026 Commit as Special Teams Legacy Continues
The Virginia Tech Hokies are gaining early momentum on the recruiting trail for the Class of 2026, and head coach Brent Pry just landed his second commitment of the cycle. Following the February pledge from wide receiver Carnell Warren of South Carolina, the Hokies have now added another talented recruit—this time with strong family ties to the program.
On Sunday morning, kicker Will Love, a rising senior at Spartanburg High School in South Carolina, announced his commitment to Virginia Tech. The decision comes as no surprise to many, considering his older brother, John Love, is already making headlines as the Hokies’ clutch kicker. Family ties proved to be a major factor, as Will chose Virginia Tech over notable programs like Georgia, Wake Forest, and North Carolina.
While Virginia Tech had previously secured a commitment from Class of 2026 quarterback Peyton Falzone, he later flipped to Penn State, leaving a void that Pry and his staff were eager to fill. Will Love’s addition not only fills a need in special teams but continues a growing trend under Pry’s leadership: building a family-centered program that attracts sibling recruits.
This trend hasn’t always guaranteed success—just ask former Hokies cornerback Mansoor Delane, whose younger brother chose Ohio State despite Virginia Tech’s heavy pursuit. Still, the Love brothers are shaping a special teams legacy that could benefit the program for years to come.
John Love has already made a name for himself with a powerful leg and consistent performance. He stunned fans during the 2023 season with a 57-yard field goal against Miami and an eye-popping 60-yarder in the Duke’s Mayo Bowl under tough weather conditions. With his younger brother now on the way, the Hokies’ future in the kicking department looks rock solid.
As Virginia Tech continues to build its 2026 class, this commitment sends a clear message: the Hokies are prioritizing talent, legacy, and culture. And with special teams often being the difference in close ACC matchups, landing another elite leg like Will Love could prove invaluable down the line.