Disclaimer: This is Playmaker’s masterpiece.  I’m just posting it. 

What we witnessed on Saturday was one for the ages folks… a perfect storm seemed to be brewing in Charlotteville.  A confident, young, scrappy team led by an upstart coach.  A team that was tired of being treated like the runt of the family… a chance to go to the ACCCG for the first time in school history.  With all this riding on the Battle for the Commonwealth Cup, how did they respond?  By being put in their place that’s how, don’t bring that weak ass shit up in here.  The best way to describe Saturday’s facial is this video… with Virginia Tech playing the role of Terry Tate and the ‘Hoos playing the role of Paul.

Beamer and his boys played with the precision and execution like I haven’t seen in years… one might think they were a little fed up with all the UVA talk.  The win propels them to their 2nd consecutive appearance in the ACCCG and it also means I don’t have to pay 180 midgets $1 to use my manhood as their punching bag.  Yes, I bought my flight last Tuesday with the full expectation Virginia Tech would take home the W… frankly I don’t think the city of Charlotte, ESPN, John Swofford, David Wilson, or Tim Tebow would allow UVa to win.  It goes against everything America stands for.  Some quick observations from the game below: 

• I wonder if James Gayle stopped yapping?  Was is just me or did he not shut his mouth the entire game?  I guess with 3 TFL and 2 sacks, we’ll allow it.
• UVa played like a bunch of cowards all game… Of course I’m biased, but there were cheap shots all over the field from the ‘Hoos.  Not to mention they talked more shit than Gayle, and that was just about impossible.  Props to the Hokies for not stooping to the ‘Hoos level…
• The entire team played exceptional, however special shout out to LT3, DW, Marcus Davis (finally learning how to play the deep ball), Hopkins, Simon Phoenix, Tariq, and Tyler.  Thought they all made BIG plays when we needed them.
• Speaking of those guys, F the media… especially those who vote for the All-ACC team.  In the words of Bob Knight (1:18 mark), they only illuminated their relative lack of knowledge with a statement like that.  No Hopkins? Good work Norm Wood and Andy Bitter.  No defenders on the 1st team? Something is inherently wrong with this voting process.
• Fireball Whiskey is delicious, just ask Taco… FIRE IN THE HOLE. 
• Overall, the most complete game I’ve seen Virginia Tech play in over a year. Enjoyed the entire game from start to finish… damn it feels good to beat UVa.

Now onto Part Deux, your quick guide to Charlotte.  Brought to you by an old resident of the Queen City and Puff, the blogger formerly known as Fupp.  I plan on hitting all (take that back, most) of these places come this weekend… hope to see you all out.
 
Food:
Mac’s Speed Shop – My favorite BBQ in Charlotte… don’t let the bikes scare you away.  This place is legit.  With a large selection of beers and BBQ, I highly recommend making the stop this weekend.

Penguin Drive-In – If you like burgers and fried pickles, then you should eat here every single meal.  They also sell 40’s to have with your dinner… so there really isn’t an excuse to not go.  One side note, the service scares the shit out of me.
 
Bar:
Black Finn – Great food and good beers.  Black Finn also happens to be in the EpiCenter where you’ll find about 100 other bars and restaurants.  Not a bad place to grab dinner and drink.  Also used to be a Hokie Bar… don’t know if that is the case anymore
 
Dixie’s Tavern – Completely biased selection here… why?  Because it also happens to be a Steelers bar.  Besides that, the music is always good and the beer is cheap.  Don’t worry about dressing up either, a little more laid back.
 
Other “establishments”:
Uptown Cabaret (Not safe for work) – The name just sounds classy.  Now, I can’t speak from personal experience so I’ll just have to use direct quotations from others…
 
“Best Charlotte has to offer… get there early and often”
 
“Best buffet in Charlotte… no literally, the late night buffet is incredible.  Who doesn’t enjoy breakfast and women?!”
 
“Two words, Gym Shorts”
 
This place has to be good right!?
 
See you all in Charlotte!