Charles E. "Charlie" Coffey was the head coach

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 of the Virginia Tech football

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 program from 1971 to 1973. During his three-season tenure, Coffey compiled a 12-20-1 record. After he arrived in Blacksburg, Coffey established a potent passing attack, which resulted in Hokies

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 quarterback

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 Don Strock

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 leading the nation in total passing and total offense in 1972. Prior to coaching at Virginia Tech, Coffey served as the defensive coordinator for the University of Arkansas

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. Attendance at Lane Stadium

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increased to record breaking numbers after Coffey installed his passing offense.

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