Virginia Tech Hokies secure commitment from defensive athlete Tyson Washington

Tyson Washington, a 6-foot-3, 205-pound defensive athlete from Springfield, Virginia, announced his commitment to Virginia Tech on June 29, 2026. Washington, who played various positions at The St. James, chose the Hokies over finalists including Penn State and Clemson. His commitment marks the 26th for Virginia Tech's 2027 recruiting class, which is currently ranked No. 12 by 247Sports. Washington had recently conducted official visits at five other schools, with Virginia Tech being the last stop. The commitment is also significant as Washington's defensive coordinator at St. James is Jeffrey Overton Sr., who has ties to the Hokies program through his son, Jeffrey Overton Jr.

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