West Virginia Takes Victory Over Ohio State in Baha Mar Championship

Nassau, Bahamas — West Virginia University defeated Ohio State University 72-64 in the championship game of the Baha Mar Pink Flamingo Championship on November 26, 2025. The game took place at the Baha Mar Convention Center and showcased both teams’ competitive spirit.

West Virginia started strong, establishing an early lead with a 15-5 scoring run in the first quarter. A key play was a two-point layup by Chance Gray, assisted by Bryn Martin, which helped build momentum. By the end of the first quarter, West Virginia led 17-15.

The second quarter saw Ohio State struggling, with players like Kylee Kitts facing turnovers. Despite some strong efforts, Ohio State could not keep pace as West Virginia continued to extend its lead. Gia Cooke’s two-point layup and made free throws anchored West Virginia’s “fast break” strategy, further widening the gap to 26-21.

Quantitative analysis by ESPN indicated that West Virginia’s field goal percentage was 53 percent compared to Ohio State’s 40 percent. The Mountaineers also outperformed the Buckeyes in three-point shooting, making 29 percent from beyond the arc while Ohio State managed only 14 percent.

As the game progressed to the fourth quarter, Ohio State attempted to mount a comeback, but West Virginia maintained a steady defense and capitalized on turnovers. The final statistics showed West Virginia with 10 assists and 7 turnovers, while Ohio State recorded 15 turnovers throughout the match.

With the victory, West Virginia solidified its position in the upcoming season, marking a successful start to their campaign.