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3 Guys Before The Game

Three Guys Before The Game is the most listened to podcast covering West Virginia University football and basketball. Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval talk all things Mountaineers.

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69:02

3 Guys Before The Game - WVU Defensive Coordinator...

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2025/06/11

Little has been heard from Zac Alley since his arrival in Morgantown. West Virginia University's defensive coordinator is a rising star in coaching circles. You could say Alley's decision to join the WVU program is Rich Rodriguez's biggest recruiting coup yet. Alley's departure from Oklahoma gives Rodriguez the aggressive attacking nature that pairs well with his fast-paced offensive attack. In this episode, Alley reveals his motivation and goals in his role with the Mountaineers. It's an

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78:57

3 Guys Before The Game - Bill McKenzie Visits...

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2025/06/03

Bill McKenzie.It's a name that will forever be associated with West Virginia University football. His story about life as a Mountaineer is as remarkable as improbable. The West Virginia kid from the small high school became one of the most recognizable names in WVU history with one single kick of a football. In this episode, Bill and the "Guys" celebrate the 50th anniversary of that play and the dividends it continues to pay.

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77:59

3 Guys Before The Game - Treysen Eaglestaff Visits...

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2025/05/27

Treysen Eaglestaff has a story. The self-described chubby high school kid has blossomed into one of college basketball's top scorers. That's why his entrance into the transfer portal produced numerous scholarship offers, which included Kentucky, Kansas, Gonzaga and South Carolina. Instead of 'blue bloods", Eaglestaff chose the Gold and Blue of West Virginia and will be part of Coach Ross Hodge's debut season.In this episode, Eaglestaff shares his obsession with improving and an improbable journey

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84:45

3 Guys Before The Game - Nathan Adrian's Last Dance...

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2025/05/20

Nathan Adrian says it's time. The former Mountaineer basketball standout recently celebrated his 30th birthday. He still loves the game that's taken him around the world to play, but his body is hurting. In this episode, Adrian talks about his recent season in Japan and his future plans. It's a fun and informative episode about how the game of basketball transformed Adrian's life on and off the court. Listener questions and comments complete the show.

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65:45

3 Guys Before The Game - And Stufffff (Episode 636)

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2025/05/14

Sometimes you just have "stuff" to talk about. Welcome to episode 636 of 3 Guys Before The Game. It's an episode that covers a number of topics in the ever-changing world of WVU football and basketball. The "Guys" dig into the latest roster additions and jump into the latest basketball and baseball news. Listener questions and comments complete the episode.

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79:14

3 Guys Before The Game - Travis Trickett Visits...

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2025/05/07

The list of coaches Travis Trickett has worked with is jaw-dropping. Imagine being mentored by Bobby Bowden, Nick Sabin, Jimbo Fisher and Rich Rodriguez. That group, which has combined to win 10 national championships and 40 conference titles, makes Trickett an invaluable resource as he returns to the WVU football program. In this episode, Trickett explains his decision to return to Morgantown and the rebuilding of the WVU roster. It's an informative inside look into a massive roster rebuild and

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89:27

3 Guys Before The Game - Jasper Floyd Visits (Episode...

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2025/04/28

Jasper Floyd will tell you that prayers are answered.Floyd's prayers to play at a "Power Four" conference school were answered this month when he accepted a scholarship offer from West Virginia. The Florida native will join his North Texas coach Ross Hodge and teammate Brenen Lorient in Morgantown. Floyd's path to Morgantown is a story of persistence and determination. He made two stops at the junior college level before playing at Fairfield and North Texas. In this episode, Floyd shares the story

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78:07

3 Guys Before The Game - Honor Huff Visits (Episode 633)

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2025/04/24

He hasn't played a game yet for West Virginia University, but Honor Huff has certainly made a memorable first impression. The Brooklyn native, who led the nation in three-point shooting last season, joins the "Guys" for an entertaining and informative conversation. The Tennesee-Chatanooga transfer explains his frenetic recruitment once entering the transfer portal and why he chose WVU. It's an insightful and fun visit with a key member of WVU's new class of recruits. Listener questions and comments

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67:56

3 Guys Before The Game - Portal Opens ... NIL...

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2025/04/17

There really isn't an offseason in college football and basketball. The games may be over for now, but roster movement has become a season of its own. In this episode, the "Guys" discuss roster changes for WVU football and basketball along with revenue- sharing plans and NIL opportunities for college athletes. Listener comments and questions complete the episode.

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75:32

3 Guys Before The Game - Rosters Gone Wild (Episode 631)

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2025/04/10

History is being made when it comes to the rosters of college football teams. Coaches are being asked to reduce their roster to 105 to meet the House Settlement requirement. That means some players must unexpectedly find a new school. Meanwhile, the roster is slowly growing for the new WVU men's basketball coach, Ross Hodge. In this episode, the "Guys" debate the "new world" of roster management and provide analytics on the new basketball commits. Listener questions and comments complete the

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49:25

3 Guys Before The Game - Ross Hodge Arrives - New Era...

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2025/04/03

The 24th men's basketball coach in West Virginia University history is on the job. Ross Hodge was formally introduced on Thursday morning. He shared his thoughts and philosophy on the game of basketball and his future vision of the WVU program. In this episode, the "Guys" share their thoughts on the Hodge press conference and what it means for Mountaineer Nation.

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66:27

3 Guys Before The Game - Spring Showcase - Coach Rod...

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2025/03/31

It has been 17 years since Rich Rodriguez coached on Mountaineer Field with fans in the stands. That streak will end on Saturday when the Mountaineers collide in the Gold & Blue Showcase. It will give Rodriguez and staff a final chance to evaluate the roster. It's also the last chance for players to shine before the roster is reduced. New rules will allow for just 105 roster spots starting next season. That's a reduction of about 20 players from the current system. In this episode, Brad and

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69:02

3 Guys Before The Game - Ross Hodge HELLO (Episode 628)

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2025/03/27

The search is over. Ross Hodge, the current head coach at North Texas, will become the 24th head men's basketball coach in West Virginia University history. The 44-year-old Hodge, a Dallas native, will arrive in Morgantown once the season is complete for the Mean Green, who are in the Final Four of the NIT. In seven seasons as a head coach, Hodge has won 80% of his games. His current squad is 27-8 heading into next week's NIT semifinal game against UC Irvine. In this episode, the "Guys" discuss the

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3 Guys Before The Game - Next Up? (Episode 627)

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2025/03/24

College basketball's coaching carousel is rolling. WVU Athletic Director Wren Baker will make the decision on who will serve as the Mountaineers new head coach. Candidates are being vetted, and formal interviews have begun. Monday marked the one-year anniversary of the hiring of Darian DeVries who unexpectedly resigned last week.In this episode, the "Guys" discuss possible coaching scenarios and preview the WVU women's NCAA tournament game against North Carolina. Listener questions and comments

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62:29

3 Guys Before The Game - Searching Again (Episode 626)

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2025/03/20

The clock is on AGAIN for West Virginia Athletic Director Wren Baker. The search to find a replacement for Darian DeVries is Baker's fifth (basketball and football) in the last 24 months. That likely means this won't be a long search. There's a built-in familiarity with candidates since only 51 weeks have passed since Baker last went to the market for a new men's coach. In this episode, the "Guys" discuss the impact of DeVries' departure and the future of WVU basketball. Listener questions and

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33:09

3 Guys BeforeThe Game - Emergency Podcast - DeVries...

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2025/03/19

Emergency podcast with reaction to Darian DeVries' departure to Indiana.

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83:17

3 Guys Before The Game - An All Time - All Timer...

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2025/03/17

Initial disbelief has become anger for Mountaineer Nation.The NCAA selection committee's snub of West Virginia's basketball team has become a national story. The sounds of discontent will soon be squelched by cheering when tournament games begin, but WVU's tournament denial will forever be a scar for Mountaineer fans. In this episode, the "Guys" vent their frustration with a series of facts and figures that make the committee's decision even more head-shaking. Listener questions and comments

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52:46

3 Guys Before The Game - Colorado Recap - NCAA Look...

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2025/03/13

It was a poor performance when it mattered the most. West Virginia's elimination from the Big 12 Conference Championship was both surprising and deflating. A Mountaineer team that defied expectations all season suddenly lost its swagger. Now what? The good news is that WVU will still receive an at-large bid to the NCAA tournament. The question is whether they can rediscover their winning ways before opening play next week. In this episode, Brad and Tony dissect the game against Colorado and look

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68:43

3 Guys Before The Game - UCF Recap - Big 12 Preview...

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2025/03/09

An improbable season continues to get better for the West Virginia University basketball team. The Mountaineers, picked 13th in the Big 12 preseason poll, have received an opening-round bye in this week's Big 12 Championship in Kansas City. West Virginia earned the bye with a 72-65 win over UCF and Colorado's 76-56 victory over TCU. WVU is seeded 8th and will meet the winner of the TCU-Colorado rematch in the quarterfinals on Wednesday. In this episode, the "Guys" analyze the victory over the

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66:05

3 Guys Before The Game - Utah Recap - UCF Preview...

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2025/03/06

The Mountaineer basketball team will try to close a memorable regular season with a victory on Saturday against UCF. A win would galvanize an already likely at-large bid to the NCAA tournament. The outcome will also determine WVU's seeding in next week's Big 12 Championship in Kansas City. In this episode, the "Guys" recap the victory at Utah and preview Saturday's sold-out game against UCF. Listener questions and comments complete the episode.

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