The Lady Bucs open their 2026 season Saturday against Parkersburg under first-year coach Rosie Shackleford. A young roster, guided by four senior captains, aims to compete with confidence, chemistry and fight while building for the future.

West Virginia Wesleyan was picked seventh in the 2026 MEC men’s cross country preseason poll. Defending champion Charleston claimed the top spot with 10 first-place votes, while the season begins Sept. 3.

Buckhannon-Upshur opens its boys’ soccer season Thursday at perennial power Morgantown. Backed by an experienced defense and strong senior leadership, the confident Bucs aim for a winning record and deep playoff run.

West Virginia Wesleyan’s Lady ’Cats were picked sixth in the 2026 MEC preseason poll. Defending champion Davis & Elkins topped the rankings with seven first-place votes, while Charleston received four.

Buckhannon-Upshur coach Sloan Baisden is encouraged by his young team’s steady growth and grasp of the playbook. The Bucs will focus on sharpening details Friday at Braxton County before opening the season against Bridgeport.

West Virginia Wesleyan was picked second in the MEC South Division preseason volleyball poll, earning three first-place votes. Defending champion Charleston topped the South, while Wheeling led the North ahead of the Aug. 27 season opener.

Upshur County’s Aug. 17-23 sports calendar features golf, soccer, volleyball, football and cross country. Highlights include Buckhannon-Upshur’s football scrimmage at Braxton County and Saturday’s home girls soccer match against Parkersburg.

Jessica McQuain returns to lead Buckhannon-Upshur volleyball, aiming to build a positive, competitive program rooted in effort, accountability and pride. The former Lady Bucs coach wants players to grow on and off the court.

West Virginia Wesleyan was picked ninth in the 2026 Mountain East Conference preseason football poll. Reigning co-champion Frostburg State received eight first-place votes to lead the rankings.

WVWC Athletics has partnered with Hometown Ticketing for the 2026 football season. Adult general admission is $10, season tickets are $40, and children 10 and younger and WVWC students, faculty and staff are admitted free.

Buckhannon-Upshur’s young cross-country teams are building mileage, confidence and chemistry under second-year coach Justin Bowers. With a committed boys squad and a deep girls roster, the Buccaneers are pushing for another trip to states.

The WVSSAC Mon Valley Board is seeking new basketball officials. Candidates must complete online RefReps coursework and weekly training in Bridgeport; call Rob Kimble at 304-677-3384 for details.