The Mountaineers began play in 1970. They formerly played in the Southern Conference until 2014. As of the end of the 2015-16 season, they have an all-time record of 607-623. They have been to the NCAA Tournament four times, losing each time in the First Round. They have appeared in the NWIT/WNIT in 1987, 2011, 2012, and 2013, going 2-6 in eight games. They played in the 2010 and 2019 WBIs, winning both championships.