The West Virginia University volleyball team, in partnership with the Big 12 Conference, has officially announced its 2025 conference schedule, promising a thrilling season packed with fresh matchups and historic firsts.
Released on Monday afternoon by the WVU Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, the 2025 slate features nine home matches to be played inside the WVU Coliseum in Morgantown, where Mountaineer fans can look forward to seeing top-tier Big 12 volleyball action.
One of the most exciting aspects of this schedule is the first-time visits from Colorado and Utah, two new conference opponents that will make their inaugural appearances in Morgantown. This milestone further highlights the evolving and expanding nature of the Big 12 Conference and provides local fans a chance to witness new rivalries in the making.
Season Opener on the Road
The Mountaineers will begin their conference campaign on the road, taking on Cincinnati on Saturday, September 27 in Cincinnati, Ohio. This away game sets the tone for what promises to be a competitive season across the conference.
Three-Game Home Stretch in October
Following the opener, West Virginia returns home for a three-game series, beginning with a clash against Kansas State on Wednesday, October 1. The homestand continues with BYU on Friday, October 3 and wraps up against Cincinnati on Wednesday, October 8.
This trio of home matches offers a solid early opportunity for the Mountaineers to build momentum on their home court and energize the home crowd.
First Extended Road Trip
The team then embarks on a challenging road stretch starting with a trip to UCF in Orlando on Sunday, October 12. From there, the Mountaineers head to Ames, Iowa to take on Iowa State on Thursday, October 16, followed by a visit to Colorado on Saturday, October 18.
Back Home for a Historic Trio
The excitement continues as West Virginia returns to the WVU Coliseum for another three-match homestand. First up is a historic matchup against Utah on Friday, October 24, marking the Utes’ first-ever visit to Morgantown.
The Mountaineers then take on Houston on Thursday, October 30, and wrap up the stretch with a battle against Kansas on Saturday, November 1.
Texas Road Swing
November brings a familiar road challenge in the form of the Texas trio. WVU will face Baylor in Waco on Friday, November 7, TCU in Fort Worth on Sunday, November 9, and Texas Tech in Lubbock on Wednesday, November 12. These games are always intense, with passionate fanbases and strong programs awaiting them.
Final Home Matches in Morgantown
The Mountaineers wrap up their home schedule with three final matches, starting with UCF on Friday, November 14. Then, Colorado makes its debut in Morgantown on Wednesday, November 19. The last home game of the season takes place on Friday, November 21, when WVU hosts Iowa State.
These matches could play a pivotal role in the Mountaineers’ postseason positioning and will be important opportunities for fans to cheer on their team.
Season Finale in Arizona
To close out the regular season, WVU will travel west to take on Arizona in Tucson on Wednesday, November 26, and then face Arizona State in Tempe on Saturday, November 29. These final road games will test the team’s endurance and composure as they gear up for postseason possibilities.
Looking Ahead
While the non-conference schedule for 2025 is still to be announced, this conference lineup already promises an engaging season filled with travel, tradition, and new beginnings. As always, all dates, times, and locations are subject to change, but the stage is set for a thrilling year of volleyball.
Mountaineer fans should mark their calendars and get ready to support the team through another exciting season of Big 12 volleyball action.
