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West Virginia Mountaineers defeat Coastal Carolina Chanticleers 31-24 in Morgantown

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Last updated Sep 8, 2026

West Virginia Mountaineers defeat Coastal Carolina Chanticleers 31-24 in Morgantown

Summary

The West Virginia Mountaineers defeated the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers 31-24 at Milan Puskar Stadium in Morgantown on Saturday. West Virginia established a 24-0 lead in the first half before Coastal Carolina narrowed the gap during the second half. Michael Hawkins Jr. finished the game 11-of-14 passing and added a rushing touchdown for the Mountaineers. While the West Virginia defensive line recorded five sacks and three forced fumbles, the team struggled with gap discipline against the Coastal Carolina quarterback throughout the final two quarters. Cassidy provided stability for the Mountaineers by converting extra points and a 38-yard field goal.

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By the Numbers

•West Virginia held a 24-0 lead before Coastal Carolina scored 24 points in the second half.
•Michael Hawkins Jr. completed 11 of 14 pass attempts and recorded a rushing touchdown.
•The West Virginia defensive line produced five sacks and three forced fumbles.
•Cassidy converted all extra points and a 38-yard field goal for West Virginia.

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