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After two shoulder surgeries, Amir Jenkins is training without a brace, indicating a possible earlier return, while West Virginia adds several high‑profile transfers to the mix.
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After two shoulder surgeries, Amir Jenkins is training without a brace, indicating a possible earlier return, while West Virginia adds several high‑profile transfers to the mix.

WVU basketball enthusiasts are buzzing after head coach Ross Hodge secured freshman point guard Miles Sadler, a top‑rated 2026 recruit whose No. 30 placement on Sam Vecenie’s early 2027 NBA Draft board signals a possible first‑round future.

The Mountaineers' new roster features five former top‑100 prospects, each bringing distinct skills that could reshape the team's fortunes.

The West Virginia University baseball team's unexpected run to the College World Series has reignited fan enthusiasm after years of disappointment in football and basketball, drawing record attention to the university and the state.

The West Virginia University baseball team's unexpected surge in the College World Series has reignited enthusiasm across the state, drawing national attention and fueling plans for stadium growth.

Auburn’s 2026‑27 campaign will test the program’s resilience as it navigates a tough schedule, high‑ranking opponents and a new revenue‑sharing model, with the hope of climbing back to its traditional SEC prominence.

ESPN’s Joe Lunardi places West Virginia among the first teams projected to miss the NCAA tournament, even as the program celebrates a recent championship and a revamped roster.

Auburn’s upcoming non-conference slate features marquee matchups against Arizona, Kansas, West Virginia and other powerhouses, strategically placed to enhance the team’s postseason prospects.

The 2026 schedule for the Kansas Jayhawks is divided into three distinct categories, shaping expectations for the season ahead.

The 2026 slate divides Kansas’ opponents into three distinct groups, each presenting its own set of challenges and opportunities.

The Big 12 has released its full schedule for the upcoming season, highlighting BYU’s matchups with Utah, Arizona and Kansas, as well as a demanding road slate that will test the Cougars’ depth and ambition.

The Cougars will meet Utah and Arizona twice, host Kansas, and battle a demanding road slate in a conference that promises both familiar battles and fresh storylines.

ESPN insider Jeff Borzello has labeled West Virginia University's basketball program the 'Biggest Surprise' of the transfer portal season, highlighting head coach Ross Hodge's strategy of surrounding five-star point guard Miles Sadler with experienced talent and predicting strong performances from new transfers.

WVU’s schedule mixes home‑only, away‑only and neutral contests, featuring marquee matchups and a demanding conference gauntlet.

Top point guard Miles Sadler has arrived at West Virginia University, sparking excitement as fans anticipate a potential return to NCAA tournament play.

Arizona’s Tommy Lloyd argues for keeping the current 18‑game format, while West Virginia’s Ross Hodge backs a 20‑game schedule. The discussion involves scheduling flexibility, media rights negotiations slated for 2030, and the impact of NIL on roster construction.

West Virginia University head coach Ross Hodge announced the signing of Joson Sanon, a junior guard whose collegiate journey includes stints at St. John's and Arizona State, adding depth and scoring versatility ahead of the 2026‑27 season.
The Big 12 is evaluating a shift back to a 20‑game conference slate, but coaches like Tommy Lloyd and Ross Hodge argue the current 18‑game format offers essential scheduling freedom for high‑profile out‑of‑conference games.

During the Big 12’s annual spring meetings in Frisco, Texas, coaches Tommy Lloyd and Ross Hodge discussed the future of college basketball, emphasizing tournament growth, schedule stability and the rising influence of name, image and likeness deals.

Rutgers basketball will test its revamped lineup against Houston, Notre Dame, and possibly UNLV or West Virginia in a Las Vegas showcase that could deliver the program its first winning record in the Players Era.

The bracket for the Players Era 8 Tournament has been released, revealing how teams like Houston, Florida, Kansas and West Virginia will compete after major roster changes.

A look at the upcoming schedule, historic matchups and the recent 80‑77 victory that highlighted both teams' resurgence.

West Virginia’s men’s basketball team lands at No. 10 in the final national recruiting rankings, blending top high‑school prospects with key transfer additions under Coach Ross Hodge.
The Wildcats enter a season of uncertainty under first‑year head coach Casey Alexander, with 13 newcomers and a crowded Big 12 landscape that could shape their NCAA Tournament fate.