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Martinez and Deans lead WVU to win over Oklahoma State

by Carleigh Minor - January 22, 2022January 22, 2022 0428

West Virginia (9-7, 1-4 Big 12) picked up their second Big 12 win of the year, forcing 21 turnovers and holding on late, defeating Oklahoma State, 61-57. Starting from the opening tip-off the Mountaineers were able to gage their way through the first quarter. WVU was able to create a lead

From high school to college, JJ Quinerly continues to make a name for herself

by Carleigh Minor - January 21, 2022January 21, 2022 0676

Before joining the Mountaineers, JJ Quinerly has always been a leader. Quinerly is no stranger to the game of basketball. She started her career in basketball very early, but her love for the game continues to grow. The WVU freshman guard grew up in a town outside of Virginia Beach in

Rewind: A look at WVU in conference play thus far

by Carleigh Minor - January 18, 2022January 17, 2022 0529

With the season hitting January, West Virginia women's basketball is a fifth of the way through their conference schedule. West Virginia played their first Big 12 opponent Iowa State on Jan. 2 in Ames, Iowa. As the Mountaineers entered the Hilton Coliseum, they knew they had to leave everything on

Early look at WVU’s conference schedule

by Carleigh Minor - December 30, 2021December 30, 2021 0939

West Virginia men's basketball team is set begin Big 12 play this weekend. The first Big 12 game that will be played for the Mountaineers is on Jan. 1 at noon, against Texas. Ideally for the Mountaineers, a win can help springboard them into the rest of their conference schedule. Beating

WVU Sports Weekly: Basketball and Wrestling end the week strong just in time for the holidays

by Carleigh Minor - December 23, 2021December 23, 2021 0642

Sports have been at an all-time high so far this year for the Mountaineers. Even though the holiday season is approaching quickly, the Mountaineers continue to put in the work. This week has been a very busy week for WVU, from men's and women's basketball to wrestling. Both sports have been

Looking Back: Madisen Smith’s journey to WVU

by Carleigh Minor - December 22, 2021December 22, 2021 0776

Before Madisen Smith was helping lead West Virginia women's basketball team, she was a kid with a ball in her hand. Basketball became a huge part of her life during middle school. She began playing on the varsity level at her high school during 7th grade. From there she played

WVU Men’s Soccer Season Recap

by Carleigh Minor - December 19, 2021December 19, 2021 0627

This past season for West Virginia men's soccer was nothing short of historic. From August until December, the Mountaineers continued to prove to the country something special was being built in Morgantown. West Virginia started out strong, not losing until Oct. 9, when the Mountaineers fell 2-0 to Northern Illinois.

WVU plays Georgetown for spot in Final Four

by Carleigh Minor - December 3, 2021December 3, 2021 0786

West Virginia men's soccer is getting prepared for their match in the NCAA quarterfinals tournament for the first time since 1981. The No. 11 seeded WVU men's soccer team earned their spot in the quarterfinals after winning in double-overtime against No. 6 seed Tulsa. Their win completed the third round of

KSU’s Defense Powers Over WVU, Mountaineers Need To Win-Out

by Carleigh Minor - November 13, 2021November 13, 2021 0866

MANHATTAN, Kansas - Kansas State was able to create a decent lead over West Virginia early in the first quarter, which created that push for Kansas. The long contents between the two teams have been going on for years, but this year Kansas took the win. The Wildcats were able

Where to Watch: West Virginia vs. Kansas State

by Carleigh Minor - November 13, 2021November 13, 2021 0644

On Saturday, Nov. 6, the West Virginia Mountaineers look to host Kansas State at the Milan Puskar Stadium, as they look to come back from their devastating loss. The game is set to start at noon. TV: FS1