JOHN RABY
FILE - Marshall players and coaches take the field against UAB in an NCAA college football game on Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington W.Va. On Tuesday, March 29, 2022, Conference USA announced in a joint statement with Marshall, Old Dominion and Southern Miss that it has reached a resolution with the three schools to expedite their early move to the Sun Belt. (Sholten Singer/The Herald-Dispatch via AP, File)
Marshall, ODU, S. Miss get OK to exit C-USA for Sun Belt

By John Raby Mar. 29, 2022 08:11 PM EDT
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — Conference USA has agreed to allow Marshall, Old Dominion

Marshall's Andrew Taylor (0) drives to the rim against Old Dominion's Kalu Ezikpe (22) during an NCAA men's basketball game on Thursday, Feb. 17, 2022, at the Cam Henderson Center in Huntington./The Herald-Dispatch via AP)
Marshall granted restraining order in C-USA arbitration bid

By John Raby Feb. 24, 2022 02:55 PM EST
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — Marshall was granted a temporary restraining order Thursday

West Virginia hires Graham Harrell as offensive coordinator

By John Raby Jan. 10, 2022 02:51 PM EST
(AP) — West Virginia has hired Graham Harrell as offensive coordinator and

West Virginia wide receiver Sam James (13) and running back Leddie Brown (4) celebrate after James scores a touchdown against Texas during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Morgantown, W.Va., Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021. (AP Photo/Kathleen Batten)
West Virginia beats Texas, Longhorns' bowl hopes dashed

By John Raby Nov. 20, 2021 03:49 PM EST
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — Suddenly, Texas has just a week left in a stunningly

Texas coach Steve Sarkisian, center, stands with linebacker Devin Richardson (30) as they sing "The Eyes of Texas" after a 57-56 loss to Kansas on overtime in an NCAA college football game in Austin, Texas, Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)
Texas, West Virginia need to win out to become bowl eligible

By John Raby Nov. 18, 2021 10:34 AM EST
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — Disappointing football seasons for Texas and West

West Viginia's Major Harris has his jersey retired during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Oklahoma State in Morgantown, W.Va., Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021. (AP Photo/Kathleen Batten)
Sanders throws 2 TDs passes, No. 11 Oklahoma State tops WVU

By John Raby Nov. 06, 2021 06:47 PM EDT
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — No. 11 Oklahoma State's solid defense has become even

Oklahoma State quarterback Spencer Sanders (3) runs the ball during an NCAA college football game against Kansas, Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021, in Stillwater, Okla. (AP Photo/Brody Schmidt)
No. 11 Oklahoma State expects test vs improved West Virginia

By John Raby Nov. 04, 2021 11:15 AM EDT
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — West Virginia's second half of the schedule is chock

Iowa state coach Matt Campbell reacts after watching a fumble playback during the second half of an NCAA college football game against West Virginia in Morgantown, W.Va., Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021. (AP Photo/Kathleen Batten)
Championship November: 3 teams chasing Sooners in Big 12

By John Raby Nov. 02, 2021 03:50 PM EDT
No. 4 Oklahoma could hardly wait to get started on what the Sooners hope is

Marshall quarterback Grant Wells (8) celebrates with teammates after rushing for a touchdown against Florida International during an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021, in Huntington, W.Va. (Sholten Singer/The Herald-Dispatch via AP)
'Best path': Marshall leaders laud move to Sun Belt

By John Raby Nov. 01, 2021 03:09 PM EDT
Moving to the Sun Belt Conference gives Marshall a secure future, school

West Virginia tight end T.J. Banks (85) is defended by Iowa State linebacker O'Rien Vance (34) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Morgantown, W.Va., Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021. (AP Photo/Kathleen Batten)
Doege, Brown lead West Virginia over No. 22 Iowa State 38-31

By John Raby Oct. 30, 2021 06:03 PM EDT
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — West Virginia finally put together a solid effort

Iowa State wide receiver Xavier Hutchinson (8) catches a 9-yard touchdown pass ahead of Oklahoma State cornerback Jarrick Bernard-Converse (24) during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021, in Ames, Iowa. Iowa State won 24-21. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
WVU looks to avoid another loss to Purdy, No. 22 Cyclones

By John Raby Oct. 28, 2021 11:36 AM EDT
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — West Virginia has yet to figure out a way to slow down

FILE - West Virginia head coach Bob Huggins shouts at an official during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against TCU in Fort Worth, Texas, in this Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2021. Huggins enters his 40th season as a head coach with 900 career wins and a new two-year contract extension. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez, File)
West Virginia's Bob Huggins enters 40th season with 900 wins

By John Raby Oct. 22, 2021 01:31 PM EDT
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — West Virginia's Bob Huggins enters his 40th season as

TCU coach Gary Patterson yells out to his players during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Texas Tech, Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021, in Lubbock, Texas. (AP Photo/Brad Tollefson)
Like a paisley tie, solid Big 12 defenses are trendy again

By John Raby Oct. 12, 2021 11:27 AM EDT
Gary Patterson compare efforts by defenses to keep pace with changing offenses

West Virginia running back Leddie Brown (4) is defended by Texas Tech defensive back Dadrion Taylor-Demerson (25) during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Morgantown, W.Va., Saturday, Oct. 2, 2021. (AP Photo/Kathleen Batten)
Baylor, West Virginia trying to get run games going again

By John Raby Oct. 07, 2021 10:41 AM EDT
Baylor wants to regain its swagger in the run game. West Virginia would be

Texas Tech quarterback Henry Colombi (3) hands the ball to running back Xavier White (14) during the first half of an NCAA college football game against West Virginia in Morgantown, W.Va., Saturday, Oct. 2, 2021. (AP Photo/Kathleen Batten)
Garibay's late FG lifts Texas Tech past West Virginia 23-20

By John Raby Oct. 02, 2021 07:05 PM EDT
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — The score was tied, Texas Tech was about to take over

Texas Tech quarterback Henry Colombi (3) is sacked by Texas defensive lineman Alfred Collins (95) during the second half of an NCAA college football game on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021, in Austin, Texas. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)
Texas Tech goes for 3rd straight win over WVU with backup QB

By John Raby Sep. 30, 2021 11:32 AM EDT
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — Good things happen when Texas Tech starts a backup

West Virginia head coach Neal Brown reacts during a play against Virginia Tech Hokies in the second half of an NCAA college football game in Morgantown, W.Va., Saturday, Sep. 18, 2021. (AP Photo/William Wotring)
West Virginia offense struggles to score TDs after halftime

By John Raby Sep. 29, 2021 03:21 PM EDT
West Virginia coach Neal Brown’s offense needs a late energy boost.

West Virginia head coach Neal Brown reacts during a play against Virginia Tech Hokies in the second half of an NCAA college football game in Morgantown, W.Va., Saturday, Sep. 18, 2021. (AP Photo/William Wotring)
WVU's Bartlett tries to stay positive after brother's death

By John Raby Sep. 22, 2021 02:59 PM EDT
Jared Bartlett’s infectious smile and occasional giggle answering questions

Texas coach Steve Sarkisian watches the team play against Rice during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021, in Austin, Texas. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)
Pass-happy no more: Big 12 teams content to run, run, run

By John Raby Sep. 21, 2021 04:34 PM EDT
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — The Big 12 is no longer considered a prolific passing

West Virginia wide receiver Isaiah Esdale (9) leaps over a Virginia Tech player during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Morgantown, W.Va., Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021. (AP Photo/William Wotring)
WVU builds big lead, holds on to beat No. 15 Va Tech 27-21

By John Raby Sep. 18, 2021 04:19 PM EDT
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — West Virginia's comfortable lead evaporated, the