West Liberty, W.Va. – The West Liberty University women's basketball team will return to the ASRC on Wednesday to host Glenville State in a Mountain East Conference (MEC) matchup.

The Hilltoppers (8-16, 6-11 MEC) are looking to bounce back from a tough 94-60 loss at Fairmont State last Saturday. Karli Anker led WLU with 17 points, knocking down five three-pointers, while Anna Lucarelli contributed nine points and seven rebounds.

Series History and Season Matchup

This will mark the 74th meeting between West Liberty and Glenville State, with the Pioneers holding a 50-23 lead in the all-time series. Glenville State claimed a 98-73 victory in their first encounter this season on January 18.

Hilltoppers' Strengths

West Liberty has been one of the most prolific three-point shooting teams in the MEC, ranking second in both total three-pointers made (217) and three-pointers made per game (9.0).

Bailee Smith has been a key contributor, ranking second in the conference with 59 made three-pointers this season, bringing her career total to 150. She also sits second in the MEC in three-pointers made per game (2.5). Smith ranks fifth in the MEC in scoring at 15.1 points per game, while teammate Jenna Riccardo is 11th, averaging 12.5 ppg.

Glenville State at a Glance

Glenville State (15-9, 9-7 MEC) enters the game leading the conference in scoring (83.2 ppg), three-pointers made (220, 9.2 per game), turnover margin (+8.25), and assists (16.0 per game). They also rank second in steals (16.88 per game). The Pioneers are coming off an 83-73 home loss to West Virginia Wesleyan and will be looking to get back on track against WLU.

Team Records & Coaches

West Liberty Hilltoppers

Record/MEC: 8-16, 6-11
Current Streak: L-3
Last Game: 2/15 @ Fairmont State (L, 94-60)
Next Game: 2/22 @ Concord
Head Coach: Kyle Cooper

Glenville State Pioneers

Record/MEC: 15-9, 9-7
Current Streak: L-1
Last Game: 2/15 vs. W.Va. Wesleyan (L, 83-73)
Next Game: 2/22 vs. Wheeling
Head Coach: Emily Stoller

MEC Standings