Mountaineer Mascot at West Virginia University
WEBSep 6, 2024 · Since 1934 the buckskin-clad, rifle toting Mountaineer has been the beloved mascot of WVU. In addition to attending all major sporting events, the mascot is frequently seen around campus and the community.
Mountaineer Mascot | History of the Mountaineer - West Virginia University
WEBWilliam McPherson, a Parkersburg native, was the WVU Mountaineer Mascot from 1960-61. He subsequently served in the United States Army with the rank of Captain. McPherson was killed in Vietnam on Dec. 3, 1965.
West Virginia Mountaineer - Wikipedia
WEBThe West Virginia Mountaineer is the official mascot of West Virginia University (WVU). Selected annually since the 1930s from the university’s student body, the mascot is a popular tradition at the school.
Mountaineer Mascot | List of Mountaineers - West Virginia University
WEBApr 29, 2024 · List of Mountaineers. In 1934, Lawson Hill was selected as the first official Mountaineer. According to Daily Athenaeum articles, several others served as the Mountaineer before Hill.
With rifle passing, Hager officially takes over as Mountaineer mascot
WEBApr 21, 2023 · Carrying on a West Virginia University tradition, Mikel Hager began his role as the Mountaineer mascot Friday (April 21) when Mary Roush passed the rifle during a symbolic ceremony at the Mountainlair.
Mountaineer Mascot | WVU 150th Anniversary - West Virginia University
WEBFeb 6, 2017 · The Mountaineer mascot is one of the most cherished of all WVU athletic traditions. Since 1934 the buckskin-clad, rifle toting Mountaineer has been the beloved mascot of WVU. In addition to attending all major sporting events, the mascot is frequently seen around campus and the community.
Nicholas County native named 70th WVU Mountaineer mascot
WEBMar 2, 2024 · Braden Adkins leads a cheer after being named the 70th Mountaineer mascot Saturday (March 2) at the Coliseum. (WVU Photo/Matt Sunday) Fulfilling his passion to serve West Virginia University and his home state, Braden Adkins will don the buckskins and carry the rifle as the next Mountaineer mascot. After a year in …
Adkins officially takes over as WVU Mountaineer mascot during …
WEBApr 26, 2024 · A West Virginia University tradition continues with Braden Adkins formally accepting the role of the Mountaineer mascot during a symbolic ceremony Friday (April 26) at the Mountainlair, marking the end of Mikel Hager’s time in the position.
WVUToday Archive - West Virginia University
WEBFeb 21, 2012 · The Mountaineer Mascot is the emblem of WVU, and in many ways a symbol of the state. “The Mountaineer Mascot is the perfect mascot for WVU and West Virginia,” says Jonathan Kimble, a senior sport management major.
VIDEO: Meet the 2024-25 Mountaineer mascot finalists
WEBFeb 16, 2024 · Sophomore Cade Kincaid, junior Braden Adkins, junior Justin Waybright and senior Elijah Jones — all West Virginia natives — will compete to be the next Mountaineer mascot during a cheer-off Tuesday (Feb. 20) during the men’s basketball game at the Coliseum.
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