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State of Emergency issued in West Virginia over drought
WEST VIRGINIA (LOOTPRESS) – Governor Jim Justice has announced a State of Emergency for all 55 counties due to a prolonged lack of rainfall that has led to hazardous drought conditions. The U.S. Drought Monitor indicates that extreme, severe, and moderate drought conditions have affected the entire state. Governor Justice emphasized the impact of the […]
WVU alumni help Canadian women's soccer team to another Olympic win amidst scandal
West Virginia women's soccer alumni Kadeisha Buchanan and Ashley Lawrence helped Canada keep their hopes alive to defend their 2020 Olympic gold medal on Sunday. Canada met host nation France in the second of three schedule group stage matchups for Canada. While a scandal surrounds the Canadian organization regarding spying on an opponents' practice with a drone, they didn't let it distract them too much as they rallied themselves to a 2-1 victory over France. Buchanan and Lawrence both logged a full 90 minutes of play during the matchup.
WVSN Notebook 7/28/24: WVU Athletes in Olympics Update
The West Virginia Sports Now Daily Notebook is a daily recap of news concerning West Virginia University Athletics. Blessing is set to get things started in Paris tomorrow morning! 🇳🇬. 📅 July 29. ⏰ 5 a.m. ET. 🆚 Australia. 📺 Peacock#HailWV | #OlympiansMadeHere pic.twitter.com/Da4TwsEQbT. — WVU...
Reviewing the West Virginia four-star linemen and LB commits since 2002
WVSports.com takes a look back at the four-star linemen and linebacker commits on Rivals.com since 2002. How did they fare in Morgantown and how have the Mountaineers hit at the positions when it comes to the top rated?. We examine how it's turned out and how the Mountaineers have done...
Hunter Giacomo: George Washington LB Discusses WVU Walk-On Offer & Academic Plans
Hunter Giacomo, a linebacker from George Washington High School, received a preferred walk-on (PWO) offer from WVU despite not growing up as a fan of the team. Giacomo, in the class of 2025, impressed with 104 tackles, two sacks, and two interceptions, showcasing his skills during summer visits and camps. Although he was not initially a WVU fan, the in-state offer holds significance for him. Giacomo is considering academic scholarships that could potentially cover most or all of his schooling costs at WVU.
West Virginia college prepares for new campus carry law implementation
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — As one local institution is preparing for students and staff to return from summer break, they are also getting ready for the first semester of classes with the new campus carry bill in effect. The Campus Self-Defense Act was officially implemented on July 1 in all West Virginia Colleges and Universities, […]
Jacob Canton Receives Offer from West Virginia Men’s Basketball
Class of 2027 Rutgers Prep (N.J.) guard Jacob Canton has received an offer from Division I West Virginia Men’s basketball program, per recent reports. The Somerset, N.J., native also holds an offer from Radford, according to VerbalCommits.com. The 6-foot-2 Canton, who also suits up for AAU NY Rens/Team Dykman,...
Neal Brown supports NFL-style changes in college football
Neal Brown is in favor of as many things that resemble the NFL in the game of college football as possible. So recent changes across the sport is something he certainly supports. The reason is simple, it makes the viewing experience more seamless for the average football fan and also...
West Virginia Faces Scorching Heat with Temperatures Soaring into the 90s
Charleston, WV – A hotter day is expected across West Virginia as temperatures are set to rise into the low to mid-90s in the lowlands. The National Weather Service in Charleston reports mostly sunny skies today, with rain chances increasing by late afternoon and evening. Residents are advised to enjoy the quiet weather before rain becomes more likely tonight.
How did exiting WVU transfers perform at new stops?
Examining how players that left the West Virginia football program performed during the 2023 season at their new college destinations. Prather entered the portal last off-season after hauling in 52 catches for 501 yards and 3 touchdowns during the 2022 campaign, his second with the Mountaineers. That led him to Maryland where Prather hauled in 42 grabs for 666 yards and 5 scores. Prather still has one year of eligibility left in his career.
WVU Basketball Notebook: Early men's observations
While there is no way to make final, definitive judgments about a team three months before it plays its first game, there are some things that can be gleaned from practice and talking to those in and around the program. With that chance afforded over the past few days, here are some observations and thoughts on West Virginia's men's basketball team as it prepares for its trip to Italy, where it will play three games during the first week of August.
WVU fall camp preview: Linebackers
It's about that time again, which is crazy because it feels like just yesterday I was writing the spring camp previews. Back then, football preparation was taking a backseat to the pending basketball coaching search. This time around, fall camp will be in the spotlight of the WVU sports world. Today we continue the position-by-position preview for preseason camp. The Mountaineers went 9-4 last season, including beating up on UNC in a bowl game that ended with Neal Brown being covered in mayonnaise. West Virginia football enters the 2024 season with significant wind in its sails, so fall camp should be particularly interesting to watch next month. At this current time, there is no media access schedule.
West Virginia excited about talented transfer WR Bray
West Virginia made the decision to look inside the Big 12 to help add to the wide receiver room by adding former Oklahoma State wide receiver Jaden Bray. Bray, 6-foot-2, 200-pounds, brings a combination of size and speed to the wide receiver room along with some valuable experience under his belt in the conference.
1st annual Mountaineer Country Farm Crawl deemed a success
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - Six farms in Monongalia, Marion and Harrison counties opened up to the public this weekend for the first annual Mountaineer Country Farm Crawl. The crawl let people explore the farms in our area and get a better understanding of day-to-day life on a farm. Nicole Gerard,...
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