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West Virginia vs. UCF: Preview and odds

West Virginia had their midweek bye this week, so today will be the first time they've been in action since last Sunday as they travel to Orlando to take on the UCF Knights.

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West Virginia Scores 15 Runs to Capture Season Opening Win

The West Virginia Mountaineers (1-0) found themselves in a battle in Statesboro (GA) early in the contest, trailing 3-1, before scoring 14 unanswered runs to hammer the Georgia Southern Eagles (0-1) Friday night, 15-3 – the most runs by WVU in a season opener since the 1964 club produced 18 runs against Catholic (D.C.) in 1964.

What Seed Would WVU Be if the Big 12 Tournament Began Today?

Eleven Big 12 games down, seven to go. West Virginia certainly has some work to do if it wants to hear its name called on Selection Sunday, and it can also create a much easier path in the Big 12 tournament if they close out the regular season the right way.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / February 13

Ross Hodge Believes WVU's Offense Can Snap Out of It if One Thing Happens

The offense has been hard to watch for West Virginia this year, but sometimes you still get surprised by how bad it's been when you comb through the numbers.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / February 13

WVU Five-Star Signee Miles Sadler Delivers Eye-Popping Performance

For some West Virginia basketball fans, next season can't get here soon enough. Yes, there is still plenty of time for the Mountaineers to get things together and win enough games to get to the NCAA Tournament, but it's going to be an uphill battle.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / February 13

WVU vs. Georgia Southern: Start Time, Channel, Starting Pitchers + Odds

It's finally here! It's Opening Day! Friday night, the reigning Big 12 champion West Virginia Mountaineers will lift the lid on season No. 2 under head coach Steve Sabins with a three-game series at Georgia Southern, which is picked to finish seventh in the Sun Belt's preseason poll.

Ross Hodge Preaches Continued Growth Following Midseason Bye

The West Virginia Mountaineers are back on the road and will head to the Sunshine State to take on the UCF Knights Saturday evening at Addition Financial Arena.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / February 12

Is Jackson Fields Done for the Season? Ross Hodge Weighs In

The last time we saw West Virginia forward Jackson Fields was a month ago when the Mountaineers were blown out on the road at No. 7 Houston. Unfortunately, that may end up being the last time we see him in uniform this season.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / February 12

Confidence Meter: What Are the Odds West Virginia Makes the NCAA Tournament?

Entering Saturday's game at UCF, West Virginia has a 15-9 (6-5) record on the season. Postseason play is not completely out of the question for the Mountaineers, but they have a ton of work to do.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / February 11

Projecting West Virginia's Starting Lineup & Stats for the 2026 Season

We are officially two days away from the start of the 2026 West Virginia baseball season. The Mountaineers will open up on the road with a three-game weekend series against Georgia Southern, where Division II transfer Chansen Cole will get the ball on the bump.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / February 11

Speedy Miami Athlete Locks West Virginia Into His Top List of Schools

West Virginia continues to make progress on the recruiting trail in the 2027 class during the dead period, making the top list of schools for Miami, Florida, athlete Kaden Howard (5'11", 160 lbs).

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / February 11

'A Connection to the Past': Tradition Fuels WVU Baseball’s Future

The West Virginia University baseball program will honor the past this season when the Mountaineers don throwback uniforms, featuring the highly anticipated interlocking WV logo, as part of the jersey rotation throughout the year.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / February 10

West Virginia Bullpen Puts Three on NCBWA Stopper of the Year Watch List

The West Virginia bullpen garnered attention Tuesday afternoon after three Mountaineers, Carson Estridge, Reese Bassinger and Ben McDougal, were recognized by the NCBWA and named to the 2026 Preseason Stopper of the Year Watch List.

Steve Sabins Believes WVU Has the Top D-II Pitching Transfers — Here's Why it Matters

Recruiting the lower levels of college baseball has been a huge success for West Virginia baseball over the years, especially when it comes to pitching.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / February 9

From Reliever to Starter: Maxx Yehl Ready for Breakout Season After Tommy John Surgery

The West Virginia University baseball program will open the season on the road at Georgia Southern for a three-game series this weekend. Head coach Steve Sabins announced Chansen Cole the opening day start and shortly after, revealed redshirt junior Maxx Yehl will start game two.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / February 9

Steve Sabins Names Chansen Cole Opening Day Starter at Georgia Southern

West Virginia University baseball head coach Steve Sabins revealed Monday afternoon he will turn to sophomore Chansen Cole as the opening day starter at Georgia Southern on Friday.

West Virginia Mountaineers News / Athlon Sports / January 26

Rich Rodriguez’s Return to West Virginia Starts With a Tough Review

In the early to mid-2000s, the West Virginia Mountaineers were among the top teams in college football. They showcased a dynamic offense that many have since attempted to replicate.