# West Virginia Mountaineers Lose to Maryland

> West Virginia coach Ross Hodge details key issues after exhibition loss to Maryland.
- Title: West Virginia Mountaineers Lose to Maryland | Shortify
- Summary: West Virginia coach Ross Hodge details key issues after exhibition loss to Maryland. West Virginia Mountaineers lost 90-81 to Maryland in exhibition game…
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- Source: West Virgina Mountaineers On SI — https://si.com/college/westvirginia/basketball/what-ross-hodge-said-following-the-exhibition-loss-to-maryland
- Published: 2026-10-19T09:01:08+00:00
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- Topics: west virginia mountaineers, maryland terrapins, ross hodge, exhibition game, basketball, college basketball, turnovers, rebounding, physicality, sports
## Exhibition Game Result
West Virginia Mountaineers fell to Maryland Terrapins 90-81 in first exhibition game of season.
## Coach Ross Hodge's Initial Assessment
Ross Hodge gave initial assessment of key issues resulting from the loss.
## Physicality Concerns
Hodge noted Maryland's physicality with Payne and Mills collapsed West Virginia's defense.
## Turnover Problems
West Virginia had one turnover in first half; Maryland had 14 turnovers in game.
## Rebounding Issues
West Virginia outrebounded Maryland 48-37, allowing 24 offensive rebounds.
## Offensive Rebounding Problems
West Virginia couldn't keep ball out of paint due to physicality issues.
## Bench Performance
West Virginia bench outscored Maryland 32-15 in game.
## Depth Strength
West Virginia felt good about depth with multiple contributors on bench.
## Learning Opportunity
Hodge emphasized learning from quality opponent game environment.
## Team Development
Hodge noted team is still learning as new group plays together.
## Crowd Impact
Crowd became more involved in second half, affecting game outcomes.
## Coaching Reflection
Hodge acknowledged learning about team dynamics through competition.
## Key Takeaway
West Virginia learned from loss but disappointed not to win.
## Key takeaway

West Virginia Mountaineers lost 90-81 to Maryland in exhibition game, with coach Ross Hodge highlighting physicality, turnovers, and rebounding problems.