West Virginia State men's and women's basketball teams will both participate in their NCAA Division II Atlantic Region tournaments for the first time since the 2003-04 season. The women's team will play against No. 1 seed Gannon, and the men's team will face No. 2 seed California (Pa.).

The Big Picture

The simultaneous participation of both West Virginia State basketball teams in the NCAA Division II Atlantic Region tournaments marks a significant moment in the program's history.

By the Numbers
  • Women's team record: West Virginia State (21-10)
  • Men's team record: West Virginia State (20-9)
State of Play
  • Women's Tournament: West Virginia State faces Gannon in the quarterfinals on March 15.
  • Men's Tournament: West Virginia State plays against California (Pa.) in the quarterfinals on March 15.
What's Next

The next step for both the men's and women's basketball teams is to compete in the NCAA Division II Atlantic Region tournaments, aiming to advance through the quarterfinals and into the semifinals on March 16.

Bottom Line

West Virginia State University's basketball program is set for an exciting period as both the men's and women's teams gear up to compete in the NCAA Division II Atlantic Region tournaments, showcasing their talent and determination on a significant stage.