[2024] Mountaineers Make History: Smackemz Era Defining Win

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Dzanan Reid celebrating the Mountaineers' 10th victory over USF

Morgantown, West Virginia – In a night that will forever be etched into the annals of West Virginia University football history, the Mountaineers stormed past the University of South Florida, securing a 37-10 victory. This monumental win marks the first time in the program’s storied history that the Mountaineers have reached the coveted 10-win plateau.

Under the iron fist, or perhaps more accurately, the inspirational leadership of head coach Smackemz, West Virginia has transformed from a perennial underdog to a budding force to be reckoned with in the BigXII. Tonight’s victory is the culmination of years of hard work, dedication, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.

A major catalyst for the Mountaineers’ success was the stellar performance of quarterback Dzanan Reid. The sophomore signal-caller was on fire, completing 19 of 31 passes for 394 yards and four touchdowns. Reid’s precision and poise in the pocket were on full display as he dissected the South Florida defense with surgical strikes.

The Mountaineer faithful erupted in jubilation as the final seconds ticked away, a cathartic release of emotion after years of near-misses and heartbreaking defeats. The stands were a sea of gold and blue, as fans young and old celebrated this historic achievement.

Smackemz, ever the stoic leader, addressed the crowd after the game, his voice filled with both pride and humility. “This is a special night for our program, our university, and our state. But this is just the beginning. We’re building something truly special here, and I’m honored to be a part of it.”  

With Reid at the helm and a strong supporting cast, the future looks incredibly bright for West Virginia football.  However, the team will turn their attention to next weekend's selection committee rankings as there is realistic hope for an at large birth in the SIMFBA Playoff.  A historic turnaround for the program if they are able to get into the playoff.