Why Doesn't WVU Play Texas? A Tale of Two Titans (Or Not)
So, you're wondering why West Virginia University (WVU) and the University of Texas (UT) don’t lock horns on the gridiron every year, huh? Well, buckle up, buttercup, because we're about to dive into the murky waters of college football scheduling.
The Big 12 Conundrum
Let's start with the obvious: both WVU and UT are members of the Big 12 Conference. You'd think, "Hey, if they're in the same conference, they gotta play each other every year, right?" Wrong-o, my friend. The Big 12, in its infinite wisdom (or lack thereof, depending on your perspective), doesn't mandate that all teams play each other annually. Instead, they have this fancy-schmancy system called a rotating schedule. It's like musical chairs, but with football teams.
The Scheduling Shenanigans
Now, you might be thinking, "Okay, so they don't play every year, but surely they play often, right?" Nope. Not as often as you'd hope. The Big 12's scheduling format means that teams play everyone in the conference over a two-year cycle. So, WVU and UT will only meet once every two years. It's like waiting for a bus in a blizzard - you're cold, you're frustrated, and you're pretty sure the bus driver is on a coffee break.
The Rivalry That Never Was
You might be wondering, "But wait, these two teams are in different parts of the country with different fanbases. Why would they even have a rivalry?" Well, that's a fair question. The truth is, there's not a whole lot of historical bad blood between WVU and UT. Sure, there might be some trash talk on social media, but it's mostly just fans trying to stir the pot.
How To...
- How to understand college football scheduling? It's like herding cats in a wind tunnel. Just accept the chaos.
- How to cope with not seeing WVU vs. Texas every year? Find a new hobby. Or just watch reruns of old games.
- How to increase the chances of a WVU-Texas matchup? Time travel to a parallel universe where the Big 12 has a different scheduling format.
- How to avoid getting into an argument about college football scheduling? Avoid talking about college football scheduling.
- How to enjoy college football regardless of the matchups? Remember, it's just a game. And there's always beer.
