West Virginia Mountaineers Mascot
University Mascot
The Mountaineer
The wearing of the traditional buckskin
uniform began in 1937 although the first
sightings go back to 1927.
The school mascot is a student body member
and is chosen for his ability to display
outstanding enthusiasm, character, high
academics and community service.
WV’s Home for Football
Saturdays
Mountaineer Field at Milan Puskar Stadium opened
in 1980 and has a seating capacity of 60,000.
Originally known as Mountaineer Field, the stands
were renamed in 2004 after Morgantown
resident Milan Puskar donated $20 million to the
school.
On gamedays, the facility is often
referred to as the largest city in the state. In a
November 20, 1993 game, 70,222 fans packed
the stadium to see WVU defeat #4 ranked Miami.
Geno Smith
Smith has carried on the proud QB
tradition of the school that includes
names such Major Harris and Pat
White. In 2010, Smith led his team
to 9 wins while passing for 24 TD’s.
Geno Smith wears jersey #12.