Founded in 1921 in Institute, West Virginia, West Virginia State Yellow Jackets football channels HBCU pageantry into every fall Saturday. The NCAA Division II program in the Mountain East has celebrated conference titles in 1948 and 1951 in the CIAA and 1968 in the WVIAC, plus a 1979 division crown. Legacy coaches Adolph "Ziggy" Hamblin and Mark Cardwell helped shape the program’s identity.

On game day, 5,000-seat Lakin-Ray Field at Dickerson Stadium comes alive as the Marching Swarm powers a spirited student section and family-friendly tailgates. The annual Kanawha Classic with crosstown Charleston elevates the stakes and local pride. Fans still talk about the 47-13 triumph over Central State at the 2008 Chicago Football Classic in Soldier Field. Old gold and black run deep here, and every seat feels close to the action.

West Virginia State Yellow Jackets Football Stadium and Game Day Information

Home Venue Name: Lakin-Ray Field at Dickerson Stadium, Institute, West Virginia.
Capacity: 5,000 for college football.
Parking: On-site lots by the stadium and around campus open for events; some games sell paid parking on a first-come basis and campus permits are required on weekdays. KRT bus routes 3I and 3N connect Charleston’s City Center Station to WVSU; check weekend and evening schedules.
Cheapest Month to Attend a Game: November.
Nearby eats and attractions: Ridge View BBQ across the street, Tudor’s Biscuit World and Gino’s Pizza on Fairlawn Ave in Dunbar, The Pitch Sports Bar & Grill by Shawnee Sports Complex, The Cold Spot on Washington St W in Charleston, Mardi Gras Casino & Resort in Nitro.

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What is the best time of year to attend a West Virginia State Yellow Jackets Football game?

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WVSU vs. West Liberty University Hilltoppers Football on September 21, 2024
Frostburg State Bobcats at West Virginia State Yellow Jackets on November 02, 2024

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NCAA football games air across ESPN, ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, and each conference’s dedicated network (like SEC Network or Big Ten Network). Streaming options may also be available via ESPN+ or Peacock.

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West Virginia State Yellow Jackets Football Schedule and Ticket Prices

West Virginia State Yellow Jackets Football Dates will be displayed below for any announced 2026 West Virginia State Yellow Jackets Football dates. For all available tickets and to find events near you, scroll to the listings at the top of this page.

DATE	CITY	VENUE	LOWEST PRICE
08/29/2026	Dunbar, WV	Lakin -Ray Field at Dickerson Stadium	$59
09/05/2026	Coraopolis, PA	Joe Walton Stadium	$20
09/19/2026	Dunbar, WV	Lakin -Ray Field at Dickerson Stadium	$59
09/26/2026	Fairmont, WV	Duvall-Rosier Field	$47
10/03/2026	Dunbar, WV	Lakin -Ray Field at Dickerson Stadium	$59
10/10/2026	Dunbar, WV	Lakin -Ray Field at Dickerson Stadium	$59
10/17/2026	Wheeling, WV	Bishop Schmitt Field	$48
11/07/2026	Dunbar, WV	Lakin -Ray Field at Dickerson Stadium	$59
11/14/2026	Charleston, WV	University of Charleston Stadium at Laidley Field	$52