WV BLACK BEARS
IN MORGANTOWN, WV
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“Take me out to the ball game, take me out to the crowd!”
If you love all things baseball, the WV Black Bears–a member of the MLB Draft League–play June through September. Grab a hot dog, and take a seat at Kendrick Family Ballpark (formerly Monongalia County Ballpark), named the 2015 winner in the MiLB Best of the Ballparks competition by ballparkdigest.com.
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Check out this 360-degree video of the WV Black Bears playing at the Ballpark!
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WHERE TO STAY
Find convenient lodging near Kendrick Family Ballpark in Mountaineer Country, WV. Enjoy comfortable stays just minutes from the game and nearby attractions.
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Courtyard by Marriott Morgantown is ready to help you stay connected, productive and refreshed! Near I-79 and I-68. Close to WVU, Mylan Park, University Town Centre, Ruby and MonGen Hospitals.
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Fairfield Inn by Marriott is an upscale, stylish hotel along US-79 that is 3.7 miles from West Virginia University. Free WiFi, flat-screen TVs with premium cable channels and desks are offered in the contemporary rooms and suites.
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Morgantown offers a friendly welcome to this riverside city. Located off I-79, our modern hotel boasts amenities like a fitness center, indoor pool, and business center.
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Candlewood Suites is conveniently located on Interstate 79, exit 155 (Star City Exit) within 3 miles of WVU. Area attractions include Cooper’s Rock State Forest, WVU Football stadium, WVU Coliseum, Forks of Cheat Winery, Cheat Lake, Rails and Trails.
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Hampton Inn & Suites Morgantown / University Town Centre is conveniently located off of I-79 exit 153, 4.5 miles from West Virginia University & only 17 miles from Coopers Rock State Forest. Walk to a WV Black Bears game or enjoy a variety of restaurants and shopping right here in Granville Square.
Check out the full list of hotels in Morgantown here and plan your visit today!
2025 WV Black Bears Home Schedule
THE Kendrick Family BALLPARK
Opened in April 2015, the Monongalia Ballpark, now known as the Kendrick Family Ballpark at the Monogalia County Sports Complex, is home to the West Virginia University Baseball Team, a member of the Big 12 Conference, as well as the West Virginia Black Bears.

Plan YOUR NEXT MOUNTAINEER COUNTRY VISIT
Are you ready for a WILD! adventure? Plan your trip to North Central West Virginia, where fun and educational activities await visitors of all ages. Enjoy local parks and playgrounds or dive into indoor attractions. Build your own itinerary, use one of our special interest day trips, or take a check-in challenge. You can also share your itinerary with friends. Save money during your visit with valuable discount coupons built into the app.
Plan your trip to Mountaineer Country today using the VMCCVB Trip Planner App, available for free in the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store. Browse the area’s local hotels, gear shops, restaurants and scenic overlooks to create your perfect wilderness excursion.
And because we all know that every good trip has a story, we invite you to share your outdoor adventure story with us! Share pictures from your Mountaineer Country adventure with us by using #VisitMountaineerCountry and #MountaineerCountryYes on your social media posts!
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