Glenville State earned its highest-ever spot in the Mountain East Conference preseason poll, tying for second with Fairmont State. The Pioneers return much of last season’s scoring core and add two conference transfers as they aim to improve on a fourth-place finish and a semifinal loss to defending champion West Liberty.

By the Numbers
  • West Liberty: 121 points and 11 first-place votes.
  • Glenville State: 101 points and 1 first-place vote, tied with Fairmont State.
  • Last season, the Pioneers went 18-12 overall and 11-9 in conference play.
  • Elijah Redfern led returning scorers with 16.3 points per game; Prince Mosengo averaged 12.8 points and 8.6 rebounds.
Yes, But

Glenville State brings back six of its top eight performers, but loses All-MEC First Team guard Jalon Knott. Transfers Kaden Warner and Jaidyn West will help fill the gap and add scoring options.

What’s Next

The Pioneers host West Virginia in an exhibition on Oct. 23, then open the 2026-27 season against Virginia Union at West Virginia State on Nov. 13.

Bottom Line

Glenville State has its strongest preseason standing yet and a proven core to build around, but turning that promise into a conference title will mean closing the gap on West Liberty.