MORGANTOWN, W.Va.  - West Virginia University Athletics and IMG today announced the debut of the Mountaineer Tailgate Club, a customizable, premier tailgate and hospitality experience for Mountaineer fans attending home games at Mountaineer Field at Milan Puskar Stadium.

Operated in partnership with IMG's experiential marketing agency, IMG LIVE, Mountaineer Tailgate Club will debut on Saturday, September 9 for the home opener versus East Carolina. It is conveniently located across from Ruby Memorial Hospital and the Blue Lot just outside the North Gate of Milan Puskar Stadium.

The Mountaineer Tailgate Club is perfect for any group looking to avoid the hassle of finding and managing a tailgate space on gameday. It allows fans to reserve a premium location without waking up before dawn with packages that include a spot near the action, customizable tent, seating, catering and entertainment options, and gameday concierge service to handle requests.

Season-long and individual game tailgate packages are available now by visiting www.TailgateClub.com/Mountaineer.

"We are very pleased to partner with IMG Live through our partnership with IMG College to offer another opportunity for our fans to enhance their Mountaineer game day experience." said Matt Wells, Senior Associate Athletic Director for External Affairs. "The Mountaineer Tailgate Club promises to be a great addition to game days at Milan Puskar Stadium."

"The Mountaineer Tailgate Club will enhance the fan experience in Morgantown by providing customizable, turnkey hospitality solutions for individuals and companies on gameday," said Todd Knisley, General Manager of Mountaineer IMG Sports Marketing.

"Together with IMG LIVE, we are thrilled to launch the Mountaineer Tailgate Club and to bring added value to our collegiate partners, sponsors and fans."
IMG is the exclusive multimedia rights partner of Mountaineer Athletics.

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IMG is a global leader in sports, events, media and fashion, operating in more than 30 countries. The company represents and manages some of the world's greatest sports figures and fashion icons; stages hundreds of live events and branded entertainment experiences annually; and is one of the largest independent producers and distributors of sports media. IMG also specializes in sports training; league development; and marketing, media and licensing for brands, sports organizations and collegiate institutions.