6-4, 290-pound Norview (Norfolk, VA) rising senior defensive lineman Klinton “Buddy” Ruff attended Virginia Tech’s senior camp this past Saturday. It was a significant visit for the talented lineman, whose decision may likely come down to Virginia Tech and Virginia when all is said and done.

“It was fun,” Ruff said of his experience on Saturday. “It was hot, but it was fun. Coach Wiles is awesome. He is a great coach and a great teacher. I could see myself with him being my coach.”

Though he had already been offered by the Hokies, Ruff still worked out on Saturday. He felt he performed well in one-on-one drills and was told as much by the Tech coaching staff. After the camp, he met up with assistant coach Curt Newsome and head coach Frank Beamer and was given a tour of Lane Stadium.

“Coach Newsome was telling me that this was the school for me,” Ruff said. “Coach Beamer told me to follow my heart, if it is for Virginia Tech or not. He said as soon as I come to a decision to make it known.”

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