Legends of the Gridiron America's Most Iconic Stadiums State by State

48. West Virginia – Milan Puskar Stadium (Capacity: 60,000)

Milan Puskar Stadium in Morgantown stands as West Virginia University’s football stronghold, with a capacity of around 60,000. Originally known as Mountaineer Field, it opened in 1980 and was renamed for a key donor who bolstered WVU athletics. Nestled in the hilly terrain of north-central West Virginia, the venue brings fans close to the action via a horseshoe configuration. Game-day tailgates pepper the surrounding lots, often featuring country music and hearty Appalachian meals. Once inside, the “Let’s Go Mountaineers!” chant reverberates around the stands, fueling the Old Gold and Blue faithful. Visitors quickly learn about the musket-firing Mountaineer mascot, a centuries-old tradition that fires up the crowd at kickoff. Over the years, expansions introduced modern seating, improved restrooms, and advanced scoreboard technology, raising the stadium’s profile in the Big 12. Yet the stadium’s spirit remains rooted in West Virginia grit—a testament to the region’s pride and love for college football.