Seems these fans would follow that man — who was born in Morgantown and played at West Virginia — blindly into the deepest coal mine that could be punctured into the rocks of this Mountain State.

“In just three years as coach, Huggs has taken us to a whole new level,” Mr. Justice said. “It is to the point where we’re not happy to play in these big games, but we expect to win them.”

Even West Virginia University president James P. Clements has a sense of understanding as to which individual, maybe because of his personality but certainly because of his success, looms largest on campus.

“It starts with our head coach, Bob Huggins, who has a genuine passion and love for his home state and alma mater, and wants to accomplish something special by bringing home a national championship,” Dr. Clements said. “His players have embraced that and so has the entire Mountaineer nation.”

By the way, if you don’t find any significance in Jim talking to the PPG, I don’t know what to tell you. And if you can relate with Very Superstitious Ron Justice, I’d love to hear those tales.