Skydiver Rescued After Crash into Virginia Tech Scoreboard
Skydiver crashes into Hokies' scoreboard, rescued
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A skydiver crashed into the scoreboard at Lane Stadium in Blacksburg, Virginia, during Virginia Tech's spring football game on April 18, 2026. The individual was rescued after hanging for about 20 minutes and is reported to be stable. The incident delayed the game's start by over an hour.
- 01Skydiver crashed into the Lane Stadium scoreboard before the spring football game.
- 02Rescue efforts took about 20 minutes, and the skydiver is reported to be stable.
- 03The incident delayed the game by over an hour.
- 04The skydiver dropped an American flag and a smaller parachute into the stands.
- 05Virginia Tech officials praised the quick response of first responders and medical personnel.
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During Virginia Tech's first spring football game under new coach James Franklin on April 18, 2026, a skydiver crashed into the scoreboard at Lane Stadium in Blacksburg, Virginia. The skydiver, whose identity has not been disclosed, became stuck after landing between the letters 'C' and 'H' on the scoreboard. He hung there for approximately 20 minutes before being rescued by first responders. Fortunately, he was reported to be stable after the incident. The crash caused a delay of over an hour for the start of the game. Virginia Tech officials expressed gratitude towards the event staff and emergency personnel for their swift and professional response during the situation. The skydiver also dropped a large American flag and a smaller parachute into the stands during his descent.
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The incident caused significant disruption to the spring football game, affecting fans and attendees at Lane Stadium.
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