NC State rolled into Morgantown on a beautiful fall day, setting the scene for a Big 12 vs ACC showdown. Head Coach Dave Doeren's Wolfpack came in 2-0 after demolishing their previous opponents. Led by a stifling defense, they held both East Carolina and Western Carolina out of the end
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N.C. State game brings Gibson back home
Morgantown, W.Va. - The theme of returning home has rang true for all three of West Virginia's non-conference games thus far in the 2019 season. The season opener against James Madison brought home head coach Curt Cignetti to Morgantown. The first road trip, against the Missouri Tigers, allowed Chase Behrndt
Country Roads Podcast: Missouri Recap, Tony Gibson’s Return and NC State Preview
In this edition of the "Country Roads Podcast," host Layne Sheppard, breaks down the ugly loss in Columbia, Missouri, the return of former Defensive Coordinator Tony Gibson and previews the match up with the NC State Wolfpack. iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/country-roads-podcast/id1442154870#episodeGuid=tag%3Asoundcloud%2C2010%3Atracks%2F680334146 Sound Cloud https://soundcloud.com/layne-sheppard/missouri-recap-tony-gibsons-return-and-nc-state-preview
Notebook: Bailey, Battle and Daniels making impressions at corner
MORGANTOWN, W.Va.--Heading into the season, an area of concern for WVU was its secondary but rest assured the defensive backs are progressing. "Our corners have had a few good practices, especially Hakeem Bailey," defensive coordinator Tony Gibson said. "He's a guy that keeps making play after play. He's got some picks.
WVU undervalued in Big 12 media poll… again
Five Thoughts from the Spring Game and ESPN’s April Prediction
MORGANTOWN, W.Va--The West Virginia Mountaineers concluded their spring practices with this past Saturday's Gold-Blue scrimmage and even though the Blue won 44-21--based on the unconventional scoring system-- there was a lot to like for Mountaineer fans who attended or watched the game. Here are five observations that I took away from the
WVU’s secondary a work in progress
MORGANTOWN, W.Va.--After losing many key components to its secondary, the West Virginia University football team is once again in the rebuilding process. Three of the Mountaineers top four cornerbacks graduated and the biggest loss was Rasul Douglas, who led the team with eight interceptions and tied for the national lead. Senior Elijah
Football coaches and players continue to enjoy spring success
Tuesday afternoon several football coaches and players were available to address the media as the team's spring practices continue to go on. The players and coaches alike continue to speak positively about the team's advances and growth during practice, which one can hope would mean the team is getting an
WVU’s season shouldn’t be defined by disappointing ending
MORGANTOWN, W.Va.--Miami outmanned 14th-ranked West Virginia University in the Russell Athletic Bowl on Wednesday, cruising to a 31-14 victory. Despite the disappointing loss, the Mountaineers had one of their best seasons in head coach Dana Holgorsen's tenure. The program took strides in the right direction. "We got beat by a good football
Tony Gibson Receives New Contract
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. - West Virginia University Head Football Coach Dana Holgorsen announced today a new three-year contract for Associate Head Coach and Defensive Coordinator Tony Gibson. Gibson’s new contract will be for the 2017, 2018 and 2019 seasons and the three-year deal is worth $2.7 million plus incentives. The new agreement