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On the City of Buckhannon calendar: March 30 – April 3, 2026

Buckhannon’s March 30–April 3 calendar highlights three public meetings on Thursday, April 2: Waste Collection Board (7:30 a.m.), Stockert Youth & Community Center Board (5 p.m.), and City Council (7 p.m.), with in-person and virtual options.

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Wesleyan softball takes one of two at Concord

West Virginia Wesleyan split Sunday’s MEC doubleheader at Concord, rallying with a six-run fourth to win the opener 8-4 behind Morgan Greene’s complete game. Concord responded with an 11-2, five-inning win in game two, fueled by big third- and fourth-inning outbursts.

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Baseball ‘Cats earn split with Fairmont State in doubleheader

West Virginia Wesleyan split Sunday’s MEC doubleheader with Fairmont State in Morgantown, storming to an 8-6 Game 1 win before falling 6-1 in the nightcap. Carter Collins powered the opener and Alex Hernandez went the distance, but the Falcons’ late four-run sixth sealed Game 2.

Lacrosse Bucs double up Jefferson County in 6-3 win

Tobias Marple scored four goals as Buckhannon-Upshur earned a 6-3 win over Jefferson County, taking a 4-2 halftime lead and holding on late. Gage Scott made 14 saves as the Bucs improved to 2-2 and head to George Washington on Tuesday.

Lacrosse Lady Bucs pick up big wins over University and Wheeling Park

Buckhannon-Upshur’s Lady Bucs enjoyed a perfect weekend, edging University 6-5 for the Hawks’ first loss before crushing Wheeling Park 18-2. Mallory Moss powered the offense in both wins as B-U improved to 3-1 and returns April 8 at John Marshall.

B-U tennis teams split action with North Marion

Buckhannon-Upshur split with North Marion as the boys swept 7-0 and improved to 1-0 in Big 10 play, while the girls fell 5-2. Coach Jason Rock praised the boys’ win but wants more intensity, and noted the Lady Bucs are improving despite a young varsity roster.

Upshur County Sports Calendar

Plan your week with the Upshur County Sports Calendar, featuring baseball, softball, tennis, lacrosse, and track matchups from March 30–April 5. Find game times and opponents for Buckhannon-Upshur, West Virginia Wesleyan, and more—plus a Happy Easter on Sunday.

Basketball Lady Bucs shutout of WVSWA All-State honors

Buckhannon-Upshur’s Lady Bucs were shut out of WVSWA All-State postseason honors, even with senior Allie Key earning Big 10 First Team and leading the team in scoring (9.6 ppg) and rebounding (4.6 rpg).

Wesleyan women’s tennis team downs D’Youville, 6-1

West Virginia Wesleyan women’s tennis rolled past D’Youville 6-1 Saturday at the Wood Street Tennis Courts. The Bobcats won five of six singles matches and took two of three doubles, highlighted by Daria Godleweska’s comeback at No. 2.

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