West Virginia Mountaineers Basketball Tickets

2008-2009 West Virginia Mountaineers Basketball Preview:
There is a bright future for Morgantown, as the West Virginia Mountaineers are congealing into a solid basketball team.  After a run at the Sweet Sixteen last season, the Mountaineers have big shoes to fill this season.  Watch for players Devin Ebanks and Kevin Jones to debut with positive impact for the team.  Though the Mountaineers may face a slight lack of experience, there's plenty of talent on the roster for a deep push in the NCAA Tournament.

WEST VIRGINIA MOUNTAINEERS TEAM FACTS:
Location: Morgantown, West Virginia
Stadium: West Virginia University Coliseum
Conference: Big East
Rivals: Virginia Tech Hokies

The West Virginia Mountianeers play hoops in the Big East Conference.  The program has experienced varied success, with a streak of successes in the late 1950's and early 1960's.  The team has reached the Sweet Sixteen of the NCAA Tournament five times, and have moved on to the Elite Eight twice in the history of the program.  In 1959, the Mountaineers went all the way to the Final Four, but lost to California.  However, West Virginia captured the 1942 NIT Championship and the 2007 NIT contest.

West Virginia plays thier home games at the WVU Coliseum in Morgantown, West Virginia.  The 14,000 seat facility is built in a circular construction, and features a poured concrete roof.  The arena is host to WV basketball, volleyball, wrestling, and gymnastics. 

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West Virginia Mountaineers Big East Tournament tickets
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