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News in English (USA) / 19.04.2026 / 14:00

Skydiver Rescued After Crashing into Scoreboard at Virginia Tech Spring Game

A skydiver encountered a harrowing situation during a Virginia Tech football scrimmage when he crashed into the scoreboard at Lane Stadium. The incident occurred shortly before the spring game began, causing a delay of over an hour. Videos of the accident quickly went viral as the man became stuck, dangling from his parachute. Thankfully, emergency responders were able to rescue him without any reported serious injuries. This unexpected event disrupted what was intended to be a celebratory occasion, overshadowing the game where the White Team emerged victorious against the Maroon Team.
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