Western Oregon University has cancelled the remainder of their women’s basketball season due to “internal team challenges.”
WOU forfeited their games on Thursday at #16 Western Washington and Saturday at Simon Fraser, and will not play their four remaining regular season games. The Wolves were 10-13 (3-11 GNAC) at the time of the shut down.
Here is the official statement on the situation from WOU:
The Western Oregon University athletic department announced the cancellation of the remainder of the 2023-24 women’s basketball season due to internal team challenges.
The decision reflects a commitment to addressing and resolving issues impacting the program. Importantly, the athletic department makes it clear the internal challenges leading to the season cancellation are not related to Title IX matters.
“This difficult choice is disappointing for all parties involved, and we acknowledge the impact on the athletes, coaching staff and the broader university community,” WOU Executive Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Randi Lydum said. “The decision to cancel the season aligns with the highest standards of integrity and accountability within our program. We are committed to the success of players and coaches at Western and are taking proactive steps to that end.”
This decision, while regrettable, underscores Western’s commitment to upholding the values of collaboration and sportsmanship.
The WOU athletic department is actively working toward a resolution while focusing on its commitment to student-athletes.
