Cole Beck was a two-sport star for the Blacksburg Bruins. Before enrolling at Virginia Tech in 2018, Beck lettered three times in track and football. He was named the All-Timesland Boys Athlete of the Year and won numerous awards for his achievements in both sports.
When the Hokies signed Beck, he started as a running back — the position he played in high school — and played both sports in 2018 and 2019. However, in 2020, Beck transitioned to track and field. He accomplished a lot in track over the years, including setting the school record for 100 meters during the outdoor season.