Skipper, the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets cannon, stands ready inside one of the turns at Bristol Motor Speedway, where racecars are set up in a mock racing configuration. (Mark Umansky/TheKeyPlay.com)

Former Hokies head coach Frank Beamer speaks with the media as fans start to file into the stadium. (Mark Umansky/TheKeyPlay.com)

ESPN reporter Marty Smith wears a NASCAR-style track suit for sideline reporting duties during the game. (Mark Umansky/TheKeyPlay.com)