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True or False: WVU Hoops will have a full roster at the start of the season
West Virginia University Men's Basketball currently has eleven players on scholarship, with a handful of other walk-on players rounding out the roster. If nothing else, though, we've seen basketball teams around the country add players right up to - and after - the start of the season. Will the Mountaineers do the same? Chris and Mike discuss the chances that WVU comes into the season with a full thirteen scholarships used. Check it out in the video above.
Monongalia County students will no longer have smartphone access during the school day
MONONGALIA COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Monongalia County Schools has announced that students will no longer have access to devices such as smartphones throughout the school day. All Monongalia County students from Grade 6 to Grade 12 will now be required to lock all smartphones in a YONDR pouch throughout the day, while elementary school students […]
Fairmont Senior High Welcomes Permanent Disc Golf Holes
Fairmont Senior High now features permanent disc golf holes, a gift from the Fairmont Flyers Disc Golf Club and the Educational Disc Golf Experience (EDGE). Principal Jim Green noted that this donation builds on the previous year's contribution of portable holes. The installation promotes the sport among students and honors the memory of Seth Burton, a former student who passed away. The initiative aligns with a broader effort to introduce disc golf in local schools and provide engaging physical education alternatives.
Mountaineer Nation Reacts to News of WVU Honoring Jerry West
Before he became an NBA legend, Jerry West was first an icon as a Mountaineer. And now that WVU Athletics officially announced West will be honored throughout the upcoming athletic year, West Virginia fans and notable figures are reacting with more love for the late basketball star. West Virginia University...
West Virginia Ranks 25th on PFF Preseason Top 25
The Mountaineers were the final team featured in Pro Football Focus’s Preseason Top 25 released earlier this week. The “bottom line” for West Virginia being on the list is simple: “With one of the most explosive offenses in the conference, West Virginia could surprise a lot of teams in the Big 12 once again.”
CLIPPERS FAST OUT OF THE GATES
COLUMBIANA OH- Columbiana kicked off the 2024 season with a clean sweep over Springfield on Friday night, taking the match in straight sets (25-20, 25-21, 25-22). Ellie Jackson contributed 5 kills, 9 assists, and 13 digs, while Cameron Perkins matched with 5 kills, 10 assists, 11 digs, and added 2 blocks. Danica Halas chipped in with 5 kills and 10 digs, and Maryn Hepler also tallied 5 kills and 11 digs.
Salem Girls Varsity Soccer opens season with 4-0 win over United
The Salem Lady Quakers soccer team opened their 2024 campaign with a 4-0 win over United. Captain, Karlie Sampson (Jr) led the way scoring twice. Emilee Lewis (Jr) and Gabby Coletta (Jr) contributed the other two goals. Assists were provided by Delaney Callahan (Jr) with two, Emmy Kemats (Jr), and Sarah Sinsley (So). Captain, Paige Menough (Jr) provided the shutout in goal making 10 saves on the night.
QUAKERS BLANK UNITED TO START THE SEASON
SALEM, OH – The lights were bright in the season opener for both United and Salem on Friday night. Both squads played an evenly paced game and showed up for the night’s action. United started with possession and right from the start showed speed and danger with some...
UNITED OPENS THE SEASON WITH A ROAD WIN
SALEM, OH – SOCCER IS BACK! The Salem Quakers welcomed the United Golden Eagles to town for a fun rivalry game to kick off the 2024 season. The game was filled with great defense, dangerous shots and attempts as well as a lot of goals!. Salem started the game...
Gov. DeWine sends National Guard unit to assist with Columbus cyber breach
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has announced on Friday that a team within the National Guard has been asked to assist the City of Columbus, in regards to the recent cyber attack. We have... at the [Columbus] mayor's request, deployed numbers of Ohio National Guard. The...
Ohio police arrest man after he fired a weapon at police; Found with suspected drugs
BELMONT COUNTY, Ohio (WTRF) — A Washington, Pennsylvania man was arrested in St. Clairsville, Ohio, after police say they received a report that he made threats to shoot someone and was possibly in possession of drugs and a handgun. According to officials with the St. Clairsville Police Department, officers were notified around 12:40 p.m. on […]
RMU Director of Basketball Operations Sweet beats Lung Cancer
PITTSBURGH — In March of 2023, Robert Morris University Director of Basketball Operations Matt Sweet was diagnosed with NUT Carcinoma, a rare form of lung cancer. Sweet faced this battle headstrong. With the power of his determination along with the support of his family and friends, he was declared cancer free later that year in September.
Matt Mottes looks to turn around Hopewell program in 2024 in first year with program
HOPEWELL — It has been a wild offseason for Hopewell over the past two months as there has been turnover throughout the program with former head coach John Rosa taking over as Winchester Thruston’s athletic director at the end of May. But now, with everything behind the Vikings, Matt Mottes is excited to...
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