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Follow along: WVU, Jayhawks clash in Big 12 opener

West Virginia’s first Big 12 Conference contest under head coach Rich Rodriguez comes in the form of a matchup against Kansas at recently-renovated David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium.
Both teams enter with 2-1 records and have completed non-conference play.
The Jayhawks have the luxury of extra preparation as they enter off a bye week after playing three consecutive weeks and opening the season one week earlier than the Mountaineers.
WVU has won 11 of 13 meetings with KU, including four of five


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Marshall at Middle Tennessee: What to watch for

— By Bill Cornwell
Marshall and Middle Tennessee State meet at 7 p.m. Saturday in a crucial matchup for both that could help decide their direction for the rest of the season.
The game at Johnny “Red” Floyd Stadium in Murfreesboro, Tennessee can be seen on ESPN+ and marks the Blue Raiders’ Homecoming contest.
Marshall (1-2) defeated Eastern Kentucky 38-7 last Saturday at Joan C. Edwards Stadium, while Middle Tennessee (1-2) scored two late touchdowns to win at Nevada 14-13, ending a five-game


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Mountaineers set for Big 12 opener at Kansas

West Virginia offered a strong response to its first loss by rallying for an overtime win in last week’s Backyard Brawl against Pittsburgh.
Now the Mountaineers get a chance to see how they handle an emotional victory against a rival when they start Big 12 Conference play at 6 p.m. Saturday with a matchup against Kansas at David Booth/Kansas Memorial Stadium. The contest is airing on FS1.
“If there’s any hangover or anything from the last game, I’ll probably notice it early in practice and get

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Benson: WVU skyline to get notable upgrade

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — The Morgantown and West Virginia University skyline will get an upgrade in the coming months with a new look for the University Water Tower on the Evansdale campus.
WVU President Michael T. Benson
“The heartfelt pride we all feel for this University should be physically reflected on our campus grounds which serve as a critical initial introduction for visitors — whether they be prospective students, University supporters or community members,” WVU President Michael T. Benson

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Roundup: Strong second half helps Morgantown stay unbeaten; Williamstown handles Roane County

Notable results from across West Virginia in Week 4 of high school football season:
 
Class AAAA
MORGANTOWN 48, Connellsville (Pa.) 21: The Mohigans outscored the Falcons 27-0 after halftime to remain unbeaten. Isaiah Thompson rushed for four touchdowns for MHS.
SPRING MILLS 20, Musselman 0: The Cardinals recorded their third shutout this season and got two rushing scores from Bradley Butts along with Javon Jones’ touchdown reception.
PARKERSBURG 20, Parkersburg South 17: The Big Reds overcame a




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Mountaineers top James Madison 2-1 for third straight win

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — The 13th-ranked West Virginia men’s soccer team opened Sun Belt play with a 2-1 win over James Madison on Friday night at Dick Dlesk Soccer Stadium.
Junior Pablo Pozos tallied his Sun Belt-leading seventh goal of the season for the Mountaineers (5-1-1) in the 13th minute. Senior Marcus Caldeira recorded three points on his fifth goal and sixth assist of the year. Caldeira’s goal was scored on a free kick at the 48-minute mark.
JMU (0-5-1) scored its goal on a penalty kick

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Marshall holds off Coastal Carolina, 2-1

— By David Walsh
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — Marshall put its best foot forward at the right time and escaped with a 2-1 win over Coastal Carolina in the Sun Belt Conference opener for both teams Friday night at Hoops Family Field/Veterans Memorial Soccer Complex.
David de la Vibora raced into the box and chipped a shot home at 32:49 to give the Thundering Herd a 1-0 lead. Francis Keaviano got the ball in the right spot and de la Vibora got on the doorstep and got the goal.
At 41:00, after a long VAR


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Wack runs wild, Wheeling Park hands University first loss, 42-35

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Frankfort stays perfect with 48-8 win over Tucker

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