Hokie Hair is a verb and noun describing the tradition of male student-athletes at Virginia Polytechnic Institute (Virginia Tech) in voluntarily shaving their heads to signal focus, unity, and readiness for the upcoming football season.
Hokie Hair holds great importance within the Hokie community, fostering a sense of camaraderie among athletes, inspiring team spirit, and representing the school's commitment to excellence. It stems from the 1980s during the tenure of legendary coach Frank Beamer, who used it as a motivational tool to promote unity and success on the field.





