WestVirginia
This page chronicles WestVirginia's history with the College Football Belt, which passes to any FBS team that defeats the current holder.
WestVirginia first captured the College Football Belt on 01/01/1938 after vs. Texas Tech (Sun Bowl) (W 7–6). The program has enjoyed 3 total reigns and owns a belt game record of 9-11-1.
Total Reigns: 3
Total Record: 9 - 11 - 1
Win Percentage: 45%
Rank by Wins: #45
Rank by Reigns: #38
Belt Reigns
| Start | End | Defenses |
|---|---|---|
| 10/18/2014 | 11/01/2014 | 1 |
| 01/05/2012 | 10/13/2012 | 5 |
| 01/01/1938 | 09/24/1938 | 0 |
Unsuccessful Challenges (10)
| Game Context | Result |
|---|---|
| Challenge to TCU Reign 11/01/2014 to 11/07/2015 | 10-40 (Failed Attempt to Win Belt) |
| Challenge to Oklahoma Reign 12/07/2013 to 10/04/2014 | 33-45 (Failed Attempt to Win Belt) |
| Challenge to Baylor Reign 11/18/2012 to 11/24/2013 | 42-73 (Failed Attempt to Win Belt) |
| Challenge to Miami Reign 10/07/2000 to 01/04/2003 | 3-45 (Failed Attempt to Win Belt) |
| Challenge to Miami Reign 10/07/2000 to 01/04/2003 | 23-40 (Failed Attempt to Win Belt) |
| Challenge to Penn State Reign 10/25/1986 to 09/12/1987 | 0-19 (Failed Attempt to Win Belt) |
| Challenge to Army Reign 12/01/1945 to 10/25/1947 | 0-19 (Failed Attempt to Win Belt) |
| Challenge to Fordham Reign 11/05/1932 to 11/04/1933 | 0-20 (Failed Attempt to Win Belt) |
| Challenge to Fordham Reign 11/23/1929 to 11/15/1930 | 2-18 (Failed Attempt to Win Belt) |
| Challenge to Washington & Jefferson Reign 10/15/1927 to 10/13/1928 | 6-6 (Tie) |