HB 3398
Mountaineer Games Sports League
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Bill overview
This bill establishes the Mountaineer Games Sports League (MGSL) in West Virginia, aiming to promote physical activity among adult residents. The league will be overseen by a seven-member board appointed by the Governor, with the goal of fostering partnerships across various sectors and offering sports opportunities at little to no cost. A key component of the league is the Mountaineer Games Governor’s Cup, a series of matchups between West Virginia University and Marshall University athletic teams.
Key provisions
- Creates the Mountaineer Games Sports League (MGSL) and establishes a board of directors to oversee its operations.
- The board will consist of seven members appointed by the Governor.
- The MGSL will offer sports leagues including basketball, baseball/softball, flag-football, volleyball, tennis, cycling, golf, soccer, and weightlifting.
- The league will include divisions for high school, adult, masters, and college-aged participants.
- The board will work with league affiliates, primarily higher education institutions, to schedule competitions.
- The Mountaineer Games Governor’s Cup will be established, featuring matchups between West Virginia University and Marshall University athletic teams.
- The board’s objectives include promoting partnerships across various sectors and disseminating information about the benefits of sports.
- The board may add additional sports activities based on public interest.
Who is affected
- Adult West Virginia Residents
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