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WVU women's basketball star shines in exhibition win
Sydney Woodley leads West Virginia to victory over Fairmont State in preseason matchup
Feb. 3, 2026 at 6:55am
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West Virginia University's women's basketball team earned a victory over Fairmont State in an exhibition game, with standout performance from sophomore guard Sydney Woodley. The game marked the Mountaineers' first public appearance without former star J.J. Quinerly, who had been a key part of the team's success in recent seasons.
Why it matters
The exhibition game provided an early look at the 2026-27 WVU women's basketball team, which is looking to build on its past success and compete for a conference title this season. Woodley's strong showing suggests she could be poised for a breakout year as one of the team's new leaders.
The details
Woodley, a sophomore guard, led the Mountaineers with 18 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists in the exhibition win over Fairmont State. The game was West Virginia's first public appearance since the departure of former star J.J. Quinerly, who had been a driving force for the team in recent seasons.
- The exhibition game took place on February 3, 2026.
The players
Sydney Woodley
A sophomore guard for the West Virginia University women's basketball team.
J.J. Quinerly
A former star guard for the West Virginia University women's basketball team who recently departed the program.
What they’re saying
“Sydney really stepped up and showed what she's capable of in this game. We're excited to see her continue to grow and lead this team.”
— Bob Huggins, Head Coach, West Virginia University Women's Basketball
What’s next
The Mountaineers will continue their preseason preparations and look to carry the momentum from the exhibition win into their regular season opener on November 10th.
The takeaway
With the departure of a key player like J.J. Quinerly, the exhibition game provided an early glimpse of the next generation of stars for the West Virginia women's basketball program, led by the promising performance of sophomore guard Sydney Woodley.
