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Second-half surge helps West Virginia down Georgetown, 73-60 – WV MetroNews
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Georgetown held West Virginia in check and then some for much of Friday’s matchup as part of the Big 12-Big East Battle at the WVU Coliseum.
Yet much of what the Hoyas had worked to accomplish dissipated over a stretch of 4:30 in the second half.
After struggling offensively for large stretches of the contest, the Mountaineers broke loose for 16 unanswered points, allowing West Virginia to turn a four-point deficit into a double-digit lead in what became a 73-60 victory before a crowd of 11,522.
“That first-half team is not going to win a lot of games,” WVU first-year head coach Darian DeVries said. “We have to play a certain way for us to be good. The way we played in the second half, I’ll take that team anywhere.”
The Mountaineers (6-2) trailed for much of the matchup, and the Hoyas (7-2) held their largest lead at 34-28 after scoring the first four points of the second half.
Georgetown, playing its first road game this season and first in Morgantown since 2012, was still on top 43-39 when Drew Fielder converted a follow-up basket with 14:04 remaining.
Starting with Eduardo Andre’s second-chance dunk, the Mountaineers began the most dominant stretch of the outing, and West Virginia’s reserve center factored heavily into it despite those being his only points of the second half.
Andre followed with a pair of blocked shots on two of the Hoyas’ next three possessions, and Toby Okani scored from close range with 11:18 left to give WVU a 45-43 lead.
The Mountaineers remained in front the rest of the way.
“Eduardo kind of ignited some of that for us. Blocked a couple shots, which led to us getting out in transition,” DeVries said. “We got some open looks we weren’t getting in some of the half court stuff. It freed us up some and we found our energy and rhythm a little more.”
Okani converted another layup to double his team’s lead, before Tucker DeVries threw in a three-pointer from off the wing and well beyond the arc for a seven-point advantage.
DeVries followed with another triple and then scored inside for a personal 8-0 run, leaving WVU in front, 55-43, with 8:34 remaining.
Andre added yet another block before DeVries final bucket of the spurt. The Hoyas missed all eight of their field-goal attempts and had two turnovers during the stretch that saw the home team seize control.
“Their big guy [Andre] was the difference maker in the game,” Georgetown head coach Ed Cooley said. “He had two big-time blocks and bothered us with his length. It’s not so much offensively, but what he did to give his team energy.”
But Georgetown was strong enough defensively to tighten the contest, and a Caleb Williams trey was the start of a 7-0 Hoyas’ spurt over 2:58, with the visitors closing their deficit to 55-50 on two Jayden Epps free throws with 5:18 left.
Javon Small countered with one of the more important baskets of the night — a short jumper off a drive with the shot clock winding down.
DeVries canned another three off the wing out of a timeout to leave WVU with a 62-53 lead with 3:16 remaining.
Small later banked in a three with the shot clock getting low, leaving the Hoyas facing a 67-56 deficit with 1:20 to play.
“I adjust to whatever the defense throws at me,” Small said. “I’m not hungry to score the ball all the time. If I see an open man, I’m going to make the pass.”
Following the 54th meeting between the two teams, words and postgame pleasantries were exchanged in the handshake line, leading to coaching staffs from both sides helping to separate their respective squads.
“Because of how things have changed in college sports, I don’t think you should shake hands after games,” Cooley said. “Too much emotion into it. Kids are going to be kids. A couple technical fouls. We don’t want to be the NBA, but I like what they do. They give the wave and keep it moving.
“A bunch of people talking [trash]. That’s all that was.”
Coach DeVries had a somewhat similar outlook.
“I didn’t really see what happened there. A good wave may not be bad. Do the NBA style,” he said. “It was a competitive game.”
The entire first half was played within five points and the Mountaineers led for only 3:56 of it. Epps scored 13 points on 5-for-6 shooting over the first 20 minutes to help the Hoyas take a 30-28 lead into the break.
The visitors also minimized DeVries’ impact, limiting the senior forward to two points on 1-for-5 shooting in the opening half after he’d made eight three-pointers in the team’s previous game against Arizona.
But DeVries got going when the game hung in the balance, and like Small, he scored 13 second-half points and was one of the team’s three double-figure scorers.
“Our team didn’t have the juice in the first half. We came out and brought it a bit in the second half and the crowd helps ignite that, too,” Tucker DeVries said.
Small led all players with 26 points. Okani scored 11, including nine after halftime.
Sencire Harris added six points and a game-high nine rebounds, helping WVU turn a 19-16 rebounding deficit at halftime into a 34-33 edge on the glass for the game.
“There’s a lot of things kids do to impact winning besides scoring,” coach DeVries said, “and Buck is certainly one of them.”
Epps scored 17 to lead Georgetown. Freshman Thomas Sorber added 13 while battling foul trouble and Malik Mack scored 10, though it came on 4-of-14 shooting.
Georgetown finished with eight assists and 14 turnovers.
“Our defense was spectacular. Our offense beat us,” Cooley said. “You can’t play a 40-minute game with eight assists.”
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WVU Medicine Golisano Children’s gala raises $2 million for West Virginia’s kids and families
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – WVU Medicine Golisano Children’s raised more than $2 million at its annual gala, an event dedicated to expanding care for children and expectant mothers in West Virginia and the surrounding region.
Approximately 1,300 guests enjoyed the “Celestial” themed event on Saturday (Feb. 21) as they helped little stars shine bright at the Morgantown Marriott at Waterfront Place.
Donations from the community will go toward the greatest needs of WVU Medicine Golisano Children’s, helping to ensure all families in need receive world-class care in a compassionate environment when they need it.
“Our community continues to show up in extraordinary ways for our patients and families,” Amy L. Bush, B.S.N., M.B.A., R.N., C.N.O.R., chief administrative officer for WVU Medicine Golisano Children’s, said. “The generosity we witnessed at this year’s gala ensures we can continue growing our programs and enhancing the care we provide. We are incredibly grateful to everyone who believes in our mission.”
Engineer, TV host, and 100th woman to fly to space, Emily Calandrelli, served as emcee for the evening. The West Virginia University alumna is passionate about space exploration and inspiring children to pursue STEM careers.
Calandrelli spent time visiting patients at WVU Medicine Golisano Children’s before the gala.
“As a Morgantown native who is passionate about science and children, I’m thrilled to play a small part in this beautiful evening that raises crucial funds for the lifesaving work WVU Medicine Golisano Children’s Hospital is doing right here in my hometown,” she said.
“The amazing doctors, nurses, and staff aren’t just healing sick kids, they are inspiring the next generation of curious explorers and adventurers who are one day going to change the world.”
Entertainment was provided by Party on the Moon, whose high-energy performance capped off the night’s festivities.
A highlight of the celebration was the recognition of inspiring patients and dedicated teams who care for kids across the state.
Carter Casey from Sod in Lincoln County was introduced as the 2026 Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals® Champion Child for West Virginia. He received care at WVU Medicine Thomas Hospitals in Charleston and WVU Medicine Golisano Children’s for life-threatening injuries after a go-kart accident.
Pavithra Ellison, M.D., M.M.M., F.A.S.A., associate chief quality officer and vice chair of anesthesiology, was presented with the WVU Medicine Golisano Children’s Hospital Award for her leadership, service, and lasting impact on pediatric healthcare.
The Community Service Award was presented to Little General, Inc. The company’s generosity has provided vital support to the children and families who turn to WVU Medicine Golisano Children’s for care. The Little General team across the state is committed to creating a better future for West Virginia’s families.
More than 80 sponsors contributed to the gala’s success. Leading sponsors included Iron Senergy, Dr. Christopher and Beth Mascio, Hope Gas, Infinity Electric & Service Co., CJL Engineering, HED Design, Morgantown Marriott at Waterfront Place, Trilogy Innovations, Mark Carter and Amy Wildasin, PJ Dick, Triple H Enterprises, Panhandle Cleaning & Restoration, Prolacta Bioscience, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Daniel’s Men’s Store, and StudioKat Photography.
David A. Rosen, M.D., Michelle Rosen, and the Rosen Family Foundation served as presenting sponsors and helped spearhead fundraising efforts. Dr. Rosen, a pediatric anesthesiologist at WVU Medicine Golisano Children’s and professor and vice chair of research in the WVU School of Medicine Department of Anesthesiology, emphasized the importance of continued investment in pediatric care.
“I am proud to continue my support of the WVU Medicine Golisano Children’s gala. This commitment is deeply personal — not only as a pediatric cardiac anesthesiologist who has had the privilege of serving WVU Medicine for more than 30 years, but also as someone who was personally affected by polio as a child,” Dr. Rosen said.
“That early experience shaped my lifelong appreciation for the critical role compassionate, specialized pediatric care plays in changing lives. Supporting WVU Medicine Golisano Children’s Hospital reflects both my professional dedication and my personal mission to advancing exceptional care for children with complex medical needs and supporting the families who rely on it.”
All gala contributions were made through the WVU Foundation, the nonprofit organization that receives and administers private donations on behalf of the University and its affiliated entities. Visit Childrens.WVUMedicine.org/Giving to make a gift to WVU Medicine Children’s.
For more information on WVU Medicine Golisano Children’s, visit WVUKids.com.
The Mountaineers earned their second win over the UFF Knights by a score of 74-62 on Wednesday night in Orlando at Addition Financial Arena. The Mountaineers went into the half trailing, but battled back for a comfortable win.
Here are some instant takeaways from West Virginia women’s hoops’ 23rd win of the season.
West Virginia Proves They Can Overcome Slow Starts
It was a very slow first half for the Mountaineers. West Virginia trailed 27-25 at halftime, but came out in the third quarter firing on all cylinders. Within the first minute of the third quarter, the Mountaineers had regained the lead off of a Gia Cooke layup and a tough finish inside by Carter McCray.
West Virginia went on to have a 31-9 run in the third quarter, leading by as many as 21 to propel them to victory. The way that the Mountaineers were able to regroup and go on a run in the second half shows that this team is built to win in many ways. They have depth at guard in particular that can keep them in the game against almost any team in the nation.
The Mountaineers Have Depth Everywhere
When the Mountaineers came out of the second half, it ended up being guards Gia Cooke and Jordan Harrison who led the way, scoring the ball. Harrison, who scored 16 points against UCF, in particular, has displayed through her three seasons at West Virginia that she fits perfectly into head coach Mark Kellogg’s defensive style of basketball. Harrison has also been molded into a solid offensive player. Cooke leads the team in points per game and leads the team with 19 points tonight. When the Mountaineers need a bucket, they can count on the experience of Cooke and Harrison down the stretch.
Meme Wheeler and Carter McCray had nearly identical stat lines that included 12 points and 7 rebounds each. Having Wheeler and McCray capable of rebounding with just about anybody in the Big 12 is part of what West Virginia has been missing during Kellogg’s tenure. This truly does feel like the most complete team of the Kellogg era thus far.
The win moves West Virginia to 14-4 in Big 12 play and 24-6 overall. The Mountaineers sit behind only TCU in the Big 12, with Baylor a game back and WVU owning the head-to-head victory over the Bears. Kellogg and his crew will finish their 2025-26 regular season campaign on Sunday against the Cincinnati Bearcats at Hope Coliseum. The game will be broadcast on ESPN+ with tipoff scheduled for 1 p.m.
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