Skydiver rescued after crashing into scoreboard during Virginia Tech game

CBS News
April 18, 2026
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A skydiver crashed into the scoreboard before Virginia Tech's spring football game.

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A skydiver was rescued after crashing into the scoreboard at Virginia Tech's stadium. The incident occurred before the university's spring football game, where the skydiver was presumably part of a pre-game demonstration. The crash led to an immediate rescue effort for the individual involved. This event disrupted the lead-up to the anticipated athletic event.

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