Jordan Harrison helped lead the West Virginia Mountaineers to one of their best seasons in program history last season, anchoring a team that captured a Big 12 Tournament Championship and earned the first opportunity in over 30 years to host NCAA Tournament action at Hope Coliseum.
That earned her the opportunity to carve herself a path in the WNBA this summer, andshe made the most of it, averaging 5.1 points, 4.2 assists, and 1.8 rebounds per game. But despite her excellent rookie performance, she has made the decision to officially retire from basketball, announcing the decision whiledelivering a heartfelt statementto her supporters on social media this week.
"Thank you Portland for an amazing year," Harrison said. "Coming into this, I had no expectations. I just wanted to give myself a chance and prove myself right. I'm so glad I did because I met so many amazing people and made connections that will last a lifetime."
"With that being said, I have decided to step away from playing basketball. This decision was not easy, but I have so much peace in it. I truly feel like God is calling me into a new season and has something bigger in store for my life."
Jordan Harrison announces she’s “stepping away” from playing basketballpic.twitter.com/hA7ZVi3eua
— Cody Nespor (@CodyNespor)September 29, 2026
Former West Virginia women's basketball star announces retirement after rookie WNBA season
Harrison had an absolutely stellar career for the Mountaineers, playing with West Virginia for three seasons. She started 100 games over her three-year tenure, and was a three-time All-Big 12 selection, including earning first team honors her senior year.
She was also named the Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year and All-American honorable mention selection for her senior season, during which she averaged 13.1 points, 5.2 assists, 3.3 rebounds, and 3.2 steals. Over the course of her West Virginia career, she averaged 13.4 points and 4.9 assists.
Harrison might be wrapping up her professional career before it truly gets fully underway, but in the eyes of West Virginia fans, she will always be a program legend. She forged a legacy few are able to achieve in Morgantown while playing for the Mountaineers, and she should be proud of what she accomplished for West Virginia women's basketball.
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