Belk Bowl features Virginia Tech vs. Arkansas

CHARLOTTE – The Belk Bowl has announced that the University of Arkansas will face Virginia Tech in the 2016 Belk Bowl, marking the first time both schools have met on the gridiron. It is also the first Belk Bowl appaerance for both programs.

Kickoff is set for 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, December 29th with the game televised by ESPN. For the 2016 Belk Bowl, Arkansas is designated the away team and Virginia Tech is designated the home team.

"We are very excited to welcome Arkansas and Virginia Tech to the 2016 Belk Bowl," said Will Webb, Belk Bowl Executive Director. "College football is always exciting, and this year’s season didn’t disappoint with big surprises that kept fans on our toes week to…