The Virginia Tech men’s basketball team is set to embark on a new multi-year journey with a three-game series against West Virginia that will stretch across the next three seasons. The opening clash is slated for December 5, 2026, at the Hope Coliseum in Morgantown, West Virginia, marking the first meeting of the two schools in more than a decade.
Reviving a long-dormant rivalry
The series will see the Mountaineers make the short trip to Blacksburg in 2027 for the second contest, before the final showdown heads to Charleston, West Virginia, in 2028. Across 79 all-time meetings, the Hokies hold a 30-49 edge, a record that reflects both programs’ fluctuating fortunes over the decades.
The last encounter dates back to December 2015, a span that has allowed both squads to evolve. Recent form adds intrigue: West Virginia finished the previous season with a 21-14 overall record and a 9-9 mark in Big 12 play, while also advancing to the College Basketball Crown in Las Vegas, where it posted wins over Stanford, Creighton and Oklahoma.
While the television and tip-off times for the December 5 contest will be announced in due course, the matchup promises to be a showcase of contrasting styles and regional pride. Fans on both sides will be watching closely as the Hokies look to extend their historical advantage and the Mountaineers aim to translate their recent momentum into a new chapter of competition.