Rich Rodriguez’s return as head coach at West Virginia has sparked excitement among Mountaineers supporters. Rodriguez wrote in an emotional statement, “It is great to be home. Should have never left.”
Home Again: Rich Rodriguez’s Return Sparks WVU Revival
Rodriguez was in attendance at tonight’s men’s basketball home game against Cincinnati, and he and his staff received recognition on the court during the first half’s under-12 timeout.
Rich Rod delivered a note to the audience, reminding them of this year’s Backyard Brawl.
“It’s great to be home. It’s such an honor for me to come back home to be your head football coach again”.
#WVU football head coach Rich Rodriguez has a special message for WVU fans — and a Backyard Brawl countdown update! #HailWV x @GoldAndBlueNtn pic.twitter.com/1uwvSJYbmt
— Ryan Decker (@RyanDecker_) February 20, 2025
Rodriguez expressed his gratitude to the West Virginia University community, saying, “My family and I are overwhelmed with gratitude to lead the Mountaineer football program again.”
He underlined his commitment to engage with fans to establish “the best football program in America.”
Reflecting on his 2007 departure, Rodriguez stated, “I made a mistake.” He committed to regain the trust and support of the WVU community, understanding the mixed feelings surrounding his homecoming.
Rodriguez has put together an experienced coaching staff, which includes former WVU standouts Pat White, Noel Devine, and Rasheed Marshall.
During a recent West Virginia basketball game, he introduced his team, saying, “I think I have the greatest football staff in America.”
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The Mountaineers fans have been massively welcoming of Rodriguez’s homecoming. Fans cheered upon his arrival at the WVU Coliseum, reflecting a mix of nostalgia and excitement for the program’s future.
With Rodriguez at the forefront, WVU hopes to revitalize its football program. His comeback signifies a dedication to performance and a fresh sense of hope for fans as well as players.
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