Wheeling University Women's Basketball
Wheeling University (WU) · Wheeling, West Virginia · Private nonprofit university
Wheeling University Women's Basketball coaches
Coaches at Wheeling University who recruit Women's Basketball, head coach first.
The program
Where Wheeling University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division II
- Conference
- Mountain East Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- wucardinals.com
Academics
What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Neither Required nor Recommended
- Student-to-faculty
- 15 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 23% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Wheeling University in Wheeling.
- Location
- Wheeling, West Virginia
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- wheeling.edu
About Wheeling University Women's Basketball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Ella Skeens, the Head Women's Basketball Coach, leads the Wheeling University Women's Basketball staff of 5 coaches, verified October 2026. Wheeling University (WU) competes in NCAA Division II Women's Basketball as a member of the Mountain East Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division II coaches can call and send materials at any time, and off-campus contact and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year. Wheeling University is a small private school in Wheeling, West Virginia with 774 undergraduates, a 63% acceptance rate.
How to get recruited by Wheeling University Women's Basketball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Ella Skeens, the Head Women's Basketball Coach and Darnell Fisher, the Assistant Women's Basketball Coach. Wheeling University has 5 coaches for Women's Basketball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your position, height, wingspan and per-game stats in the subject line and first sentences. Division II coaches look for athletes who can contribute early, and often split partial scholarships across a roster.
- Send your videoInclude a 3–5 minute highlight video from varsity or club games, with the link near the top so Ella can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Wheeling University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Email Coach Ella Skeens at Wheeling University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach EllaHow basketball recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Wheeling University Women's Basketball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Wheeling University D2?
Yes. Wheeling University competes in NCAA Division II Women's Basketball, in the Mountain East Conference.
Is Wheeling University public or private?
Wheeling University is a private nonprofit school in Wheeling, West Virginia.
What conference is Wheeling University Women's Basketball in?
The Mountain East Conference.
Does Wheeling University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Basketball?
Wheeling University competes in NCAA Division II, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does Wheeling University Women's Basketball have?
5 coaches, led by Ella Skeens, the Head Women's Basketball Coach.
Who is the head coach of Wheeling University Women's Basketball?
Ella Skeens is the Head Women's Basketball Coach.
When can Wheeling University Women's Basketball coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division II coaches can call and send materials at any time, and off-campus contact and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year. You can email the coaches yourself at any age. Rules change, so check your sport's current NCAA recruiting calendar.
Can you walk on to Wheeling University Women's Basketball?
It depends on roster space each year. The best way to find out is to email the coaches with your stats and highlights and ask about walk-on spots.
How much does Wheeling University cost?
In-state tuition is $29,090 and out-of-state tuition is $29,090 a year.
What is the Wheeling University acceptance rate?
63% of applicants are admitted.
How do I contact the Wheeling University Women's Basketball coaches?
Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.
Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.
