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The chamber is honored to be part of this celebration. See you tonight at 5:30pm.
📢📢 GRAND OPENING DAY. Wednesday 10/21 at 5:30pm. Join us to celebrate with WVU Mountaineers, student athletes, cheerleading team, Gold & Blue Enterprises for an official ribbon cutting with the Harrison County Chamber of Commerce.
ALL ARE INVITED. Please find the official press release on Connect-Bridgeport at https://bit.ly/4zJ0mzk
PRESS RELEASE :
THE GOAT WV ANNOUNCES GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION IN BRIDGEPORT, WEST VIRGINIA
Official Sports Pub of WVU Athletics Invites the Community to Celebrate with WVU Student-Athletes,
Coaches and Cheerleaders
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va. (October 19, 2026) – The GOAT WV, the Official Sports Pub of WVU Athletics, is excited
to announce the grand opening celebration of its Bridgeport location on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at
5:30 p.m.
The celebration will feature special appearances by WVU student-athletes, coaches and members of the
WVU cheerleading team. The entire Bridgeport, Harrison and surrounding county community is invited to
join the festivities, meet and greet members of the WVU Athletics family, and celebrate the newest
addition to the region's dining and entertainment scene.
Following a successful soft opening in early September, The GOAT WV – Bridgeport has received an
overwhelmingly positive welcome from the Harrison County community. The tremendous support and
enthusiasm from local residents have helped establish the pub as a gathering place for Mountaineer fans
and sports enthusiasts.
With the official grand opening, The GOAT WV – Bridgeport will introduce its full range of services,
including Sunday brunch, takeout and delivery, and private event services, all becoming available
beginning grand opening week.
A Proud West Virginia Concept Rooted in WVU Tradition
Established in the fall of 2024, The GOAT WV was created with a vision of providing the Morgantown
community with a unique dining and entertainment experience dedicated to celebrating WVU Athletics,
Mountaineer traditions and the passionate fan base that makes West Virginia special.
The GOAT WV proudly identifies as America's first NIL pub, supporting WVU Athletics and the Gold & Blue
NIL initiative. The concept brings together great food, a vibrant sports atmosphere and a commitment to
supporting WVU student-athletes.
The GOAT WV is a concept developed and operated by Harma Restaurant Group, a Morgantown-based,
family-owned hospitality company. Its founder and president, Bron Kayal, is a graduate of West Virginia
University's School of Business and Economics.
“The Goat WV has been a huge success in Morgantown, and Bridgeport is getting a great addition to its
community,” WVU Vice President and Director of Athletics Wren Baker said. “As the Official Sports Pub of
WVU Athletics, the Goat WV has proven to be an important part of our NIL initiative and a fun place for
Mountaineer fans. The expansion to Bridgeport is a testament to The Goat WV’s commitment to make a
positive impact for our student-athletes.”
“It’s exciting to see another restaurant opening in Bridgeport. The Goat WV has set the bar high as an
innovative way to support WVU athletics while offering great service and a quality atmosphere for all to
enjoy” said WVU Men’s Basketball Head Coach Ross Hodge.
Building on Success and Expanding Across West Virginia
The tremendous success of The GOAT WV Pub - Morgantown original location paved the way for the opening of
its second location in Bridgeport, marking an exciting new chapter for the growing West Virginia hospitality
brand.
“We created The GOAT WV Pub to be THE PLACE for Mountaineer fans — a place where our community
can come together, celebrate our shared passion for West Virginia University, and support our beloved
WVU Athletics. Our mission has always been about more than great food and drinks. It's about creating a
gathering place for Mountaineer fans on game days and every day in between. Expanding into Bridgeport
allows us to bring that same energy, vibe, atmosphere and Mountaineer pride to another incredible West
Virginia community,” said Bron Kayal, President of Harma Restaurant Group.
The expansion represents another important step toward the company's long-term vision of bringing The
GOAT WV experience to communities throughout the Mountain State.
While each location will reflect the character of its local community, the mission and vision will remain
consistent: to create an exceptional sports pub experience, celebrate West Virginia pride, support WVU
Athletics and bring Mountaineer fans together.
The GOAT WV – Bridgeport looks forward to becoming a lasting part of the Harrison County community
and continuing to build meaningful relationships with local residents, businesses and WVU supporters.
Grand Opening Celebration Details
Event: The GOAT WV – Bridgeport Grand Opening
Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Location: The GOAT WV – 26 Betten Ct. Bridgeport WV 26330
Special Guests: WVU Student-Athletes, Coaches and WVU Cheerleaders
Admission: Open to the Community
THE GOAT WV - Official Sports Pub of WVU Athletics
Where Mountaineer Pride Comes Together.
