Why is WVU Not Playing Texas? A Tale of Woe and Scheduling Shenanigans
The Great College Football Matchup That Never Was
So, you're wondering why West Virginia University (WVU) and the University of Texas (UT) aren't locking horns on the gridiron every year? Join the club. This is a question that has perplexed, infuriated, and occasionally amused college football fans for years. Let's dive into the murky waters of conference scheduling to find some answers.
The Big 12 Shuffle
The Big 12 Conference, home to both WVU and UT, has a scheduling format that’s as confusing as your ex’s dating life. Basically, teams play everyone in the conference over a two-year cycle. It’s like waiting for a bus in a blizzard - you’re cold, frustrated, and pretty sure the bus driver is on a coffee break.
This means that WVU and UT only get to face off once every two years. It's a cruel, heartless system that has left fans of both teams feeling like they've been stuck in the friend zone. Can you imagine if the NFL did this? The Patriots and Steelers playing once every two years? It would be a national crisis.
The Looming Shadow of Conference Realignment
To make matters worse, the Big 12 is in a state of flux. With Oklahoma and Texas heading to the SEC, the conference is losing two of its biggest draws. This means even fewer opportunities for WVU and UT to clash. It's like your favorite band announcing a breakup tour - you're excited to see them one last time, but also heartbroken about the future.
So, what can we do?
Well, short of starting a fan-led protest outside the Big 12 headquarters, there's not much we can do. But we can dream, right? Imagine a world where WVU and UT play every year, home and home. It would be like Christmas, Thanksgiving, and your birthday all rolled into one.
Until that day comes, we'll just have to savor those rare occasions when these two titans of college football do finally meet. And maybe, just maybe, we can start a petition to change the Big 12 scheduling format. Who's with me?
How to Cope with the WVU-Texas Drought
- How to manage your expectations: Lower them. Way, way down.
- How to find solace: Spend time with your other favorite teams.
- How to stay positive: Remember, there's always next year (or the year after that).
- How to channel your frustration: Start a fantasy football league.
- How to prepare for the eventual matchup: Start saving your PTO now.