College athletic programs: Athletic programs at West Virginia colleges and universities provide enjoyment to spectators while they enhance the educational growth of students. You can find a link to a list of West Virginia’s colleges and universities at the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission web page at neo.wvhepc.org/institutions/index.html.

Activities of two of West Virginia’s bowl-winning university athletic programs are often televised:

Marshall University
West Virginia University

Minor league baseball: The West Virginia Power draw fans to Charleston, the capital city. Look for the Power at www.wvpower.com/.

Horse racing: West Virginia boasts its own horse racing derby, The West Virginia Derby, at The Mountaineer Race Track and Gaming Resort. Learn more about the derby at www.mtrgaming.com/.