The West Virginia women's basketball program is buzzing with anticipation after announcing its 2026‑27 Big 12 Conference schedule, a slate that will test the Mountaineers as they attempt to build on a historic campaign.
A schedule built for competition
At home, the Mountaineers will open the conference slate against BYU before welcoming Utah and Colorado, while a marquee home-and-away series against TCU promises to be a focal point of the season.
Road games will see West Virginia travel to Arizona, Arizona State, Oklahoma State, Baylor, Houston and UCF, testing the team's depth against some of the league's most formidable opponents.
Coach Mark Kellogg, known for his aggressive use of the transfer portal, has added Skylar Forbes from Marquette and Zahirah Walton from George Mason, both of whom bring double‑digit scoring averages that could reshape the team's offensive dynamics.
Returning leading scorer Gia Cooke, who helped the team capture its first Big 12 Tournament title in nine seasons, is expected to assume an expanded role, giving the Mountaineers a reliable go‑to option as they navigate a demanding schedule.
With high expectations and a blend of seasoned veterans and fresh talent, the Mountaineers enter the new season poised to defend their title and make a deep run in the NCAA Tournament, much to the delight of a fan base that has not seen such momentum in decades.