WVU takes series with 7-3 win over Houston

Mountaineers improve to 27-9 overall and 12-6 in conference play

Apr. 19, 2026 at 8:37pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a college baseball game, with sharp, overlapping shapes in the team colors of West Virginia and Houston, capturing the dynamic action and energy of the sport.West Virginia's series-clinching victory over Houston showcases the Mountaineers' resilience and talent on the diamond.Houston Today

No. 15 West Virginia defeated Houston 7-3 on Sunday, securing the series win inside Wagener Field at Kendrick Family Ballpark. The Mountaineers' offense was led by home runs from second baseman Brodie Kresser and catcher Matthew Graveline, while right-hander Chansen Cole pitched five hitless innings for the win.

Why it matters

The victory marks West Virginia's eighth series win of the season, keeping them in contention in the competitive Big 12 conference race. The Mountaineers have four more series left to play as they look to solidify their postseason positioning.

The details

West Virginia totaled 10 hits and five walks against six Houston pitchers. Cole struck out five batters and lowered his ERA to 2.82 with the strong outing. The Cougars did not record a hit until the eighth inning, when they scored three runs to make it a 7-3 game, but the Mountaineers held on for the victory.

  • The game was played on Sunday, April 19, 2026.
  • West Virginia has four more series left in the regular season.

The players

Chansen Cole

West Virginia right-hander who worked five hitless innings, striking out five batters and earning his sixth win of the season.

Brodie Kresser

West Virginia second baseman who hit a two-run home run in the fifth inning.

Matthew Graveline

West Virginia catcher who hit a solo home run and drove in one run.

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What’s next

West Virginia has four more series left in the regular season, split between two home and away contests, as they look to solidify their postseason positioning in the competitive Big 12 conference.

The takeaway

This victory keeps West Virginia in contention in the Big 12 race, as they continue to build momentum heading into the final stretch of the regular season. The Mountaineers' balanced offensive attack and strong pitching performance from Cole were key factors in securing the series win over Houston.