Pitt and West Virginia to meet in Backyard Basketball Classic
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 2:07 PM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
Pitt Athletics announced a matchup against West Virginia on December 9 at PPG Paints Arena, part of the Backyard Basketball Classic. The event will feature a doubleheader, with a preliminary game likely between Duquesne and Robert Morris. Pitt's Athletic Director Allen Greene emphasized the need for bold decisions in today's college athletics. Ticket details and game times are expected to be released later this summer.
- •The Backyard Basketball Classic is set for December 9.
- •Pitt will play West Virginia in a doubleheader format.
- •A preliminary game is anticipated between Duquesne and Robert Morris.
- •Ticket information will be announced later this summer.
- •Pitt Athletic Director Allen Greene stresses bold decisions in college athletics.
- 2:07 PMYahoo Sports — Pitt to Play West Virginia in Backyard Basketball Classic
"Ticket information, game times, and more about the Backyard Basketball Classic will be announced later this summer.
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