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Why We Beat Virginia

September 20, 2026

The West Virginia Mountaineers secured a 38-27 upset victory against the 25th-ranked Virginia Cavaliers during the Duke’s Mayo Classic. Quarterback Mike Hawkins Jr.

led the offensive effort by generating 313 total yards and five touchdowns for the victorious side, propelling the team to an undefeated three-game start under head coach Rich Rodriguez.

“Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do.”

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