Tailgating builds bonds that last a lifetime, and that truth was on full display leading up to the homecoming game against the Longhorns. On the pleasant, sunny autumn afternoon, our tailgate felt like a big and glorious family reunion. In addition to friends from college, we had our extended … [Read more...]
Game day magic draws fans from near and far
It’s hard to put into words just how magical this past game weekend was. They’re always special, but some raise the bar to star-reaching heights. I think the energy emanating from our lively band of tailgaters should be tapped as a natural resource. If we could figure out a way to bottle … [Read more...]
First home game of the season is golden
You could not have asked for a more perfect weekend to kick off the WVU football season. The warm, bright weather matched the fiery spirit of Mountaineer Nation. In a town and state where everything revolves around college football and the Mountaineers, you could feel the buzz of excitement with … [Read more...]
Last home tailgate of the season scores big
Win or lose on the gridiron, when you put family, friends, Mario's Fishbowl and the Cowbilly Bowl together, you have all the makings of a memorable, curtain-rising game weekend. Despite the gloomy forecast and noon game time, the last home game of the year lured fans out bright and early for … [Read more...]
Mountaineer Nation enjoys perfect game day
With the high of 63, you couldn’t have asked for a better November game day. Although the sun hid behind a cloak of gray skies for part of the day, the crisp autumn air energized us throughout our pregame festivities. And the best part of the day – having my daughter, Aly, and friends Hank and … [Read more...]
Take me home for some Mountaineer Magic
As anyone who's been to Morgantown will tell you, Mountaineer Nation’s penchant for passionately celebrating our beloved football team is heads and shoulders above most college fan bases. It’s been recognized by a variety of national publications, most recently in Sports Illustrated’s guide to … [Read more...]
She shoots, she scores at Ladies on Target
Ever since Jamie Hall announced the Ladies on Target fundraising event this past summer, I couldn’t wait to spend an evening with fellow female Mountaineer fans and the 19-time NCAA National Rifle Champs. The event, hosted by the WVU Mountaineer Athletic Club (MAC), was just the catharsis I … [Read more...]
Spotlight Shines on WVU Tailgating
An alluring bonhomie radiated from the gold lot last Saturday. From the grand fellowship of good friends and family to the sweet aroma of smoked meat and craft beer, the day was filled with ardent excitement of another game day. For me, the fervor started the Thursday leading up to game day. Evan … [Read more...]