The West Virginia Mountaineers (5-0) end their six-game homestand Friday night against Lafayette Leopards (1-3) for the third meeting between the two programs.

The watch is in effect until 9 p.m. and includes Lafayette, Lake Charles and Opelousas. Other areas that are part of the watch include: Central and southwest Louisiana Southwest Mississippi ...

Founded in 1823, Lafayette Parish now has a population of about 250,000 and is a bustling hub of business and services for much of southwest Louisiana.