Virginia Tech’s women’s basketball team capped the 2025‑26 campaign with a 23‑10 record, earning a berth in the NCAA Tournament for the first time under head coach Megan Duffy. The Hokies’ surge from a program in transition to a 23‑win squad highlighted the rapid progress made in just two seasons.
Roster Turnover
The offseason saw several key contributors move on, with Mackenzie Nelson, Carys Baker and Kayl Petersen entering the transfer portal. Baker, the team’s second‑leading scorer at 14.3 points and 6.9 rebounds per game, and Nelson, who averaged 8.0 points and 5.7 assists while ranking sixth nationally in assist‑to‑turnover ratio, leave sizable gaps in the backcourt and paint.
Despite the departures, the roster retains foundational talent. Carleigh Wenzel, the team’s top scorer at 15.1 points per game, earned All‑ACC Second Team honors and will anchor the offense. New additions include graduate transfer Alyssa Latham and Division II standout Natalee Goff, who bring experience and depth to the lineup.
Coach Megan Duffy’s reputation for player development and strategic recruiting through the portal has become a cornerstone of the program. Her ability to reshape the squad while maintaining competitiveness was reflected in an offseason grade of C+, a modest but promising assessment that underscores confidence in the team’s trajectory.
Looking ahead, the Hokies aim to build on the momentum of a historic tournament appearance and to integrate fresh talent while preserving the chemistry cultivated over the past two seasons. With a blend of returning standouts and promising newcomers, Virginia Tech hopes to sustain its upward trajectory in the ACC and beyond.