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In a 31-24 victory, West Virginia's defense was tested by Deuce Bailey's 373 passing yards and three touchdowns, missing seven of twelve sack opportunities and highlighting the need for disciplined technique and cohesion.
The Sun Belt opened its 2026 campaign with a historic 10-win non-conference slate, highlighted by Georgia State’s 59-10 rout of North Carolina A&T and James Madison’s 20-13 triumph over Liberty, while the league’s FCS opponents were outscored 382-53.
The Mountaineers' non-conference slate blends early exhibition games with a rigorous series of high‑profile matchups designed to energize fans and prepare the team for the Big 12 season.
Two former West Virginia Mountaineers, Ian Korn and Paul Schoenfeld, have crossed paths again in the minors after a breakthrough college season that saw their team host a Regional and Super Regional and advance to the College World Series semifinals.
The 2026 Battle 4 Atlantis tournament will feature the Florida Gators women's basketball team facing West Virginia, Davidson and Notre Dame during Thanksgiving week, with new head coach Tammi Reiss guiding a roster packed with experienced scorers and defensive standouts.
The Mountaineers will open the Battle 4 Atlantis tournament in the Bahamas, meeting Florida on Nov. 24 and Notre Dame on Nov. 26, renewing historic rivalries.
After losing Jalen Huskey and Dontay Joyner, Maryland’s defensive backfield must replace a third of its 2025 interception production, turning to experienced transfers and emerging freshmen to lead the charge in 2026.
A deep rotation and standout performances from Hammond Russell IV, Sebastian Cheeks, Mason Posa, Javan Robinson and Marvin Burks Jr. set the stage for a potentially dominant Badgers defense in 2026.
The upcoming clash pits a rising Marshall program against an unbeaten UT Martin side, highlighting contrasting narratives and pivotal storylines for both teams.
Cam Cook, a highly ranked transfer running back, is expected to reshape the Mountaineers' attack for the 2026 season, drawing praise for his production at Jacksonville State and a likeness to a historic program great.
West Virginia University sophomore guard Amir Jenkins is recovering faster than expected from two shoulder surgeries. Coach Ross Hodge confirmed he will be ready for the upcoming season, thanks to a strong mindset and recent rule changes that eliminate redshirting. If Jenkins misses the start of the 2026‑27 campaign, Martin Somerville will step in as the primary backup behind Miles Sadler.
Week two of Big 12 women's soccer delivered award‑winning moments for Arizona State and West Virginia, with Nickel’s clutch goals and Shertzer’s defensive mastery anchoring a conference‑wide rise in rankings.
The Cardinals announced a sweeping recruiting class of 19 transfers, headlined by catcher Avery Anderson and pitcher Eli Driskell, as the program seeks to reinforce key positions ahead of the upcoming season.
The United Soccer Coaches poll places Charlotte at 18th, extending a streak of 19 straight Top‑25 appearances and highlighting key performances from Raggett, Manufor and Svetanoff.
West Virginia University’s men’s soccer team earned its first home victory of the season, defeating St. Bonaventure 1‑0 thanks to a decisive goal by Julen Recalde.
The Charlotte Men's Soccer team defeated No.23 West Virginia 3-0, earning multiple weekly awards and setting the stage for a highly anticipated matchup against Wofford.
The American Conference announced its weekly soccer honors, highlighting standout contributions from players across several teams.
UCF’s 2026 campaign hinges on Scott Frost’s revamped staff, a new quarterback in Alonza Barnett III, and a defense eager to improve turnover margins as the Knights aim for their first Big 12 breakthrough.
Amid growing chaos in college football, Danny White argues for a collective bargaining approach to rein in player compensation and transfer rules, challenging the influence of Nick Saban and highlighting the SEC’s media leverage and scheduling tactics.
The university announced that three high‑school All‑State standouts will return to the roster, bolstering a team that finished strong in the conference last year.
Former LSU outfielder Chris Stanfield logged 37 stolen bases this summer, a new league record, while delivering key hits in a 12‑1 victory over the West Virginia Black Bears.
Treysen Eaglestaff, a former West Virginia guard, is set to play his final college season at UC San Diego after a Texas injunction, aiming to leverage his defensive strengths and a weaker draft class for an NBA second‑round opportunity.
After a season at WVU and a stint at North Dakota, Treysen Eaglestaff has chosen UC San Diego for his final year of eligibility, a move enabled by a recent legal decision granting extra eligibility to high school athletes.
The Mountaineers broke a nine‑year winless streak against Penn State with a 2‑1 victory, delivering a confidence‑boosting performance ahead of their upcoming matchup with Duquesne.