Captain's Cassell

Chris Jennings, a senior, isn’t your typical college student. Chris is an intern with the Sports Marketing Department, an excellent student, and someone who gives back to the community through the Big Event and Relay for Life. In his free time, Chris attends Virginia Tech sporting events, cheering on the Hokies. From football to baseball, Chris enjoys watching the Hokies strive for success.

However, what makes Chris stand out the most is his role in Cassell Guard. Cassell Guard, a student run organization under the Sports Marketing Department, allows select fans to go crazy with body paint, props, and different costumes for the men and women’s basketball games at Virginia Tech. Students have to go through an audition process to prove they have the guts and talent to cheer on the Hokies through good and hard times. Chris joined Cassell Guard his sophomore year of college after the director at the time saw his enthusiasm during the games. Now in his senior year of college, Chris had the opportunity to lead Cassell Guard for his final basketball season as a student. Chris demonstrated his love for Virginia Tech basketball at every home game as he “suited up” with his captain’s hat and led the student section in chants and cheers throughout the game.

His peers in Cassell Guard, fans, and the men and women’s basketball teams will surely miss Chris’s love and dedication to Cassell Guard next season. Although the Captain won’t be jumping with the rest of the student section, his legacy and impact will not be forgotten.