 Instituted during the 2011 season by head coach Dana Holgorsen, the Mountaineer Mantrip is a part of West Virginia's gameday traditions and a recognition of the significance of West Virginia's coal industry.The event is named for the shuttle that transports coalminers into and out of an underground mine at the start and end of their shift and takes place at every home game.The walk begins when the team is dropped off at the corner of the WVU Medical Center and Don Nehlen Drive prior to game time.