KANSAS CITY - Statements from WVU Director of Athletics and Associate Vice President Shane Lyons, WVU men's basketball coach Bob Huggins and WVU women's basketball coach Mike Carey regarding today's announcement of the cancellation of the Phillips 66 Big 12 Men's and Women's Championships scheduled to take place in Kansas City this weekend:

WVU Director of Athletics and Associate Vice President Shane Lyons
"The situation is fluid and the safety of all involved has to be the priority. Yesterday, the conference made a decision based on the best information available at that time. Today, the Big 12 acted swiftly and appropriately to further ensure that we do our part in containing COVID-19. While everyone is disappointed, based on the information provided by health care officials, this decision is the right call."
 
West Virginia Men's Basketball Coach Bob Huggins
"Obviously, I'm disappointed for our team, our staff and all of Mountaineer Nation, particularly in light as to how our team responded so well in recent games and practices after a tough stretch of the season. However, this is a very serious matter globally and the health and safety of all involved is the priority."
 
West Virginia Women's Basketball Coach Mike Carey
"We're very disappointed, but we understand why the tournament was called off. I feel bad for the seniors that didn't have an opportunity to play in this tournament or even for the young underclassmen. The Big 12 is doing everything they can to ensure safety for everybody, and we understand why this is occurring. But I feel bad, especially, for the seniors on the team."