MORGANTOWN — t one time in his life, Malik Newman was on every coach’s wish list in college basketball. He helped lead Kansas to the Final Four by averaging 21.6 points […]
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Kaiser helps Black Bears end losing streak, 6-2
GRANVILLE — It’s not that Connor Kaiser doesn’t appreciate the history of his record-tying moment. Nearly a month later, the voices of his then-Vanderbilt teammates are still in his head. […]
Mahoning Valley pitcher overpowers Black Bears in 5-2 win
GRANVILLE — You may want to remember the name Luis Oviedo if you’re a fan of the Cleveland Indians. The West Virginia Black Bears won’t soon forget him. With an […]
Ex-Mountaineer Kevin Jones to play for Team USA
MORGANTOWN — Kevin Jones’ next stop in basketball will be with Team USA. The former WVU standout made the final roster for the USA World Cup qualifying team, which will play […]
Former WVU star Gansey not a big fan of players transferring
MORGANTOWN — In 2003, all Mike Gansey was looking for in a basketball future was the opportunity for some playing time and maybe having a crack at playing in the postseason. […]
Spikes test Black Bears Mangieri with defensive shift
MORGANTOWN — Luke Mangieri grew up in a football family in Peoria, Ill., so the word “shift” had a whole other meaning for him as a kid. As a developing […]
Black Bears earn fourth straight victory
GRANVILLE — Aaron Shortridge’s right arm is as lively as the average hurricane and faster than a cheetah in full sprint. His 90-mph fastball would definitely get a speeding ticket out […]
Memphis Grizzlies take WVU’s Carter in NBA draft
MORGANTOWN — Jevon Carter ended an eight-year drought June 21. The former WVU standout point guard was chosen No. 32 overall by the Memphis Grizzlies — the second pick of the […]
How ex-Mountaineer Gansey geared up for NBA draft
MORGANTOWN — It is after the glitz and glamour that come with the NBA finals have worn off when times really get hectic for Mike Gansey. Two months of playoff basketball […]
Former Mountaineers offer insight on Carter’s draft day
MORGANTOWN — Da’Sean Butler has already been where Jevon Carter will find himself June 21. The former WVU standout said his NBA draft day, in 2010, was filled with different emotions […]
