Football: Game Day in The Mountain State
August 26, 2011 04:49 PM | General
"Game Day." It's a common term for sports fans across the state and nation. Regardless of the sport, if two teams are coming together to compete, it's "Game Day."
There's an excitement in the air as the fans gather and the stadiums are filled with the colors of the day.
Although the state's colleges and universities offer a variety of sports for students, the sport that draws the biggest crowd is football. And perhaps the biggest game in the state is the Friends of Coal Bowl between the West Virginia University Mountaineers and the Marshall University Thundering Herd.
This in-state rivalry has become one of the most talked about and anticipated events that take place in the Mountain State. From the first match-up, this game has entertained a sold out crowd, regardless of where it has been played.
It is a day in which West Virginians from every region of the state gather together to show their school spirit and support their team. It is a day of friendly wagers, good-hearted bantering and great tailgate parties with fans from both teams mingling together as proud West Virginians.
This year, I will have the honor and privilege of presenting the Governor's Cup trophy to the winner of the Coal Bowl. No matter which team gets to take the trophy home, we can count the fans and the people of West Virginia as the real winners in this tradition. This game creates pride in all of us.
I look forward to joining my fellow West Virginians for the start of the 2011 football season. I encourage everyone to get involved and cheer on their favorite team. With kick-off fast approaching, I want to wish the coaches, players and staff the best of luck.
"Game Day" is a tradition, and it is important to remember that our state is home to a number of football programs, both large and small. It is also home to other sports programs that offer opportunities for students to compete on a national level and fans to enjoy. Each program has a committed coaching staff that is dedicated to bringing out the best in each of its players. I also want each student athlete to know that we as fans recognize their dedication to their sport as well as their academic work. It takes true perseverance and we cheer you on for your efforts.
There's an excitement in the air as the fans gather and the stadiums are filled with the colors of the day.
Although the state's colleges and universities offer a variety of sports for students, the sport that draws the biggest crowd is football. And perhaps the biggest game in the state is the Friends of Coal Bowl between the West Virginia University Mountaineers and the Marshall University Thundering Herd.
This in-state rivalry has become one of the most talked about and anticipated events that take place in the Mountain State. From the first match-up, this game has entertained a sold out crowd, regardless of where it has been played.
It is a day in which West Virginians from every region of the state gather together to show their school spirit and support their team. It is a day of friendly wagers, good-hearted bantering and great tailgate parties with fans from both teams mingling together as proud West Virginians.
This year, I will have the honor and privilege of presenting the Governor's Cup trophy to the winner of the Coal Bowl. No matter which team gets to take the trophy home, we can count the fans and the people of West Virginia as the real winners in this tradition. This game creates pride in all of us.
I look forward to joining my fellow West Virginians for the start of the 2011 football season. I encourage everyone to get involved and cheer on their favorite team. With kick-off fast approaching, I want to wish the coaches, players and staff the best of luck.
"Game Day" is a tradition, and it is important to remember that our state is home to a number of football programs, both large and small. It is also home to other sports programs that offer opportunities for students to compete on a national level and fans to enjoy. Each program has a committed coaching staff that is dedicated to bringing out the best in each of its players. I also want each student athlete to know that we as fans recognize their dedication to their sport as well as their academic work. It takes true perseverance and we cheer you on for your efforts.
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