Wheeling University Athletics has welcomed six fall sports teams as Fall Camp begins, pushing the total to seven out of ten sports reporting back. Teams include Volleyball, Men's and Women's Soccer, Men's and Women's Cross Country, and Men's Rugby, all gearing up for the upcoming season that starts in 20 days. Each team will undergo initial check-in and bonding activities this weekend before official practices commence on August 10. Notably, both Soccer programs feature new coaching leadership aimed at revitalizing their performances from last season.

By the Numbers
  • Combined, the six returning programs accrued 25 wins last season.
  • Last year, the Men's Soccer team only recorded one win.
State of Play
  • New Head Men's Soccer Coach Jack Shearer aims for a top-six finish in the Mountain East Conference (MEC).
  • Women's Soccer is under new leadership with Jaclyn Ketter focusing on fitness and skill development.
What's Next

The teams will begin structured practices on Monday, August 10, while participating in training and team-building activities throughout the weekend. Coaches are keen on fostering strong team dynamics and improved performance as all programs prepare for the competitive season ahead.

Bottom Line

Wheeling University is stepping into the 2026-2027 athletics season with renewed energy and fresh leadership, aiming to enhance their competitive edge across multiple sports. All eyes are on the new coaches as they set ambitious goals to improve their teams鈥� standings within the MEC.