University of Houston Athletics
Sunday, December 21
Morgantown, W. Va.
1 p.m. CT
University of Houston
6-6,0-1Big 12
46
at
101
-/rv West Virginia
11-2,1-0Big 12
1
2
3
4
F
Houston
11
10
13
12
46
West Virginia
27
15
39
20
101
Women’s Basketball Drops Big 12 Opener at -/rv West Virginia
12/21/2025 3:32:00 PM | Women's Basketball
Two Cougars score in double figures in conference opener loss
MORGANTOWN, W. VA. – The University of Houston Women's Basketball team dropped its Big 12 Conference opener against -/rv West Virginia, 101-46, inside Hope Coliseum on Sunday afternoon.
The Cougars (6-6, 0-1 Big 12) were led by graduate forward Amirah Abdur-Rahim with 11 points on the day while junior guard Kierra Merchant posted 10 points and seven rebounds.
West Virginia (11-2, 1-0 Big 12) had six players score in double figures, with Sydney Shaw leading the Mountaineers with 22 points.
The Mountaineers strong start saw them string together multiple lengthy runs over the first half, building a 42-21 lead at the half. Following a 39-point third quarter, West Virginia hit the triple-digit mark late in the game to earn the 101-46 victory.
UP NEXT
Houston returns home to take on #10 Iowa State on Wednesday, Dec. 31, at 1 p.m. for its Ringing in Red game. Fans in attendance will receive a 2026 calendar while supplies last. Fans can also stick around for postgame autographs with junior guard Kierra Merchant.
SUPPORT YOUR COOGS
Fans can make a direct impact on the success of Houston Women's Basketball by providing NIL opportunities, purchasing tickets and joining Full Court Press, which provides support directly to Houston Women's Basketball for needs beyond its operating budget.
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarWBB on X, formerly known as Twitter, and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team's Facebook page at UHCougarWBB or on the team's Instagram page at @UHCougarWBB.
The Cougars (6-6, 0-1 Big 12) were led by graduate forward Amirah Abdur-Rahim with 11 points on the day while junior guard Kierra Merchant posted 10 points and seven rebounds.
West Virginia (11-2, 1-0 Big 12) had six players score in double figures, with Sydney Shaw leading the Mountaineers with 22 points.
The Mountaineers strong start saw them string together multiple lengthy runs over the first half, building a 42-21 lead at the half. Following a 39-point third quarter, West Virginia hit the triple-digit mark late in the game to earn the 101-46 victory.
UP NEXT
Houston returns home to take on #10 Iowa State on Wednesday, Dec. 31, at 1 p.m. for its Ringing in Red game. Fans in attendance will receive a 2026 calendar while supplies last. Fans can also stick around for postgame autographs with junior guard Kierra Merchant.
SUPPORT YOUR COOGS
Fans can make a direct impact on the success of Houston Women's Basketball by providing NIL opportunities, purchasing tickets and joining Full Court Press, which provides support directly to Houston Women's Basketball for needs beyond its operating budget.
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarWBB on X, formerly known as Twitter, and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team's Facebook page at UHCougarWBB or on the team's Instagram page at @UHCougarWBB.
– UHCougars.com –
Team Stats
UH
WVU
FG%
.415
.514
3FG%
.364
.478
FT%
.500
.692
RB
25
40
TO
36
12
STL
3
25
Game Leaders
Pts
11
FGM
5
3FGM
1
FTM
0
Pts
10
FGM
4
3FGM
2
FTM
0
Pts
8
FGM
2
3FGM
1
FTM
3
Players Mentioned
F
/ Women's BasketballG
/ Women's BasketballMatthew Mitchell Introductory Press Conference
Tuesday, April 01
Postgame - Colorado (Mar. 5, 2025)
Wednesday, March 05
Postgame - UCF (Mar. 2, 2025)
Sunday, March 02
Postgame - TCU (Feb. 26, 2025)
Wednesday, February 26