The Mountaineers and the Nittany Lions will compete for the Athletic Directors Trophy, resuming an event that started more than 45 years ago. Previously known as the Big Four Athletic Directors Trophy, WVU and PSU were joined by Syracuse and Pitt in the competition. The Nittany Lions won the first two events in 1971 and 1972 before three of the four programs were discontinued. West Virginia reinstated the program and resumed varsity competition in the fall of 2015. WVU coach Sean Covich and Penn State coach Greg Nye chose to resume the head-to-head series, which dates back to 1940.
WVU, PSU Set to Renew Rivalry
