West Virginia Women’s Basketball 2025-26 Nonconference Schedule Released
The West Virginia women’s basketball team just dropped its nonconference schedule for the 2025-26 season. This lineup looks pretty exciting, with seven home games, one road game, and three at neutral sites.
The Mountaineers start things off on November 3rd, hosting Purdue Fort Wayne in Morgantown. If you’re a fan, there’s a lot to look forward to this year.
West Virginia’s Nonconference Home Games
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Home games in Morgantown are always a highlight. This season, fans get seven chances to watch the Mountaineers play on their own court.
Opening Game Against Purdue Fort Wayne
November 3: The opener against Purdue Fort Wayne kicks off the season. Starting strong here could really set the mood for what’s ahead.
Matchup with Kent State
November 7: Just four days later, Kent State comes to town. Another early opportunity for the Mountaineers to show what they’ve got.
Second Straight Year Against Temple
November 11: Temple returns for a rematch. Both teams know each other well, so it could get interesting.
Appalachian State and Education Day
November 20: Appalachian State visits for a special 10:30 a.m. tip-off. It’s Education Day, which means a unique atmosphere with lots of young fans in the building.
Villanova, Mercyhurst, and Georgia Tech
- December 1: Villanova comes to Morgantown.
- December 5: Mercyhurst is next up at home.
- December 11: Georgia Tech rounds out the home nonconference slate.
Neutral-Site and Road Games
West Virginia isn’t just staying home, though. The team will hit the road for one away game and three at neutral locations, which should keep things unpredictable.
Standalone Game at the Greenbrier
November 14: The first trip away from Morgantown is a neutral-site matchup against Duke. They’ll play at the Greenbrier Resort in White Sulphur Springs, which sounds like a fun change of scenery.
Baha Mar Championship in Nassau, Bahamas
November 24-26: Over Thanksgiving, the Mountaineers head to Nassau for the Baha Mar Championship. They’ll play two games there. The full bracket isn’t out yet, but this tournament should give the team some good experience and exposure.
Road Game Against Texas A&M
December 14: To finish the nonconference stretch, West Virginia travels to Texas A&M. This one could be a tough test, especially away from home.
Team Composition and Expectations
West Virginia comes off a strong season, finishing 25-8 and making it to the second round of the NCAA tournament. They’re bringing back two starters and five total returners, plus six new faces.
Key Returners
The returning players know the system and bring a lot of experience. Their leadership should help the newcomers settle in and keep the team competitive.
Newcomers
The six new players add some fresh energy and talent. It’ll take some time for everyone to gel, but that’s part of the fun, right?
Conclusion
The West Virginia women’s basketball team’s 2025-26 nonconference schedule looks like it’ll be packed with action. There’s a good mix of home games, a few neutral-site contests, and at least one trip out on the road.
The Mountaineers will get plenty of chances to show off their skills before conference play. Fans might want to keep an eye out for some pretty intriguing matchups.
Want the full schedule or any updates? You can always check the Post-Gazette website for more details.