PITTSBURGH (93.7 The Fan) – Both sides have talked about playing it more often. Both value the rivalry and Friday they did something about it. Pitt and West Virginia signed a four-game extension of the series which resumes in 2029.
The schools announcing another four seasons from 2033 until 2036.
“The Backyard Brawl is more than a game: it’s history, passion, and pride passed down through generations," Director of Athletics Allen Greene said. "Extending this rivalry ensures that student-athletes and fans alike continue to experience one of college football’s greatest traditions, and we couldn’t be more excited for what’s ahead.”
The Panthers lead the all-time series 63-41-3 with Pitt winning two of the three in this recent block of games, both Panthers wins at home and in comebacks.
The first recorded game was October 26, 1895, an 8-0 WVU win in Morgantown. The first four were played in West Virginia, in 1898 they played a neutral site game in Fairmont, that the Mountaineers also won. The game was played consistently from 1943 until 2011 when the teams were no longer in the same conference.
It's never too early to make your plans, Backyard Brawl schedule:
September 8, 2029 at Pittsburgh
September 7, 2030 at West Virginia
September 6, 2031 at Pittsburgh
September 11, 2032 at West Virginia
September 10, 2033 at Pittsburgh
September 9, 2034 at West Virginia
September 8, 2035 at Pittsburgh
September 13, 2036 at West Virginia