3 Guys Before The Game
564 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 23 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 609 ratingsThree 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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Gators and Hogs with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Tony Caridi
January 28, 2021 19:26 - 49 minutes - 67.3 MBThe West Virginia University basketball team will shoot for its third win in seven days Saturday when they host Florida in the SEC/Big 12 Challenge. Bob Huggins' team has restarted the season with a blowout win at Kansas State and a dramatic last-second victory over No. 10 Texas Tech. Now what? That's the question the "Guys" discuss in detail on this special Gators and Hogs episode. Brad Howe breaks down the analytics on the victory over the Red Raiders and takes a detailed look at Flo...
Wildcats and Red Raiders with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval
January 25, 2021 19:02 - 55 minutes - 127 MBThings are going to get busy for the West Virginia University basketball team. After not playing for two weeks, the Mountaineers will play two games in three days. WVU hosts Texas Tech in a Big Monday showdown of nationally rated teams Monday night. On this episode, the "Guys" review Saturday's record-setting victory over Kansas State and preview the Texas Tech matchup. Join the crew again Thursday for a preview of Saturday's SEC/Big 12 matchup with Florida.
Season Restart with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval
January 21, 2021 18:48 - 50 minutes - 69.1 MBIt’s time to tip-off the Mountaineer basketball season again. WVU’s two-week COVID related stoppage ends Saturday when the Mountaineers visit Kansas State. Just how will the team respond? Will Bob Huggins’ team be rested or rusty? The “Guys” offer their thoughts on the restart and give a breakdown of a young Kansas State team. Listener questions cover a multitude of topics including, you guessed it, boar-hunting. Join Brad, Hoppy and Tony on Monday for their recap of Saturday’s game a...
Schedule Change with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval
January 18, 2021 19:15 - 46 minutes - 63.9 MBWest Virginia University's unique basketball season has just become more unusual. The Big 12 Conference announced schedule revisions on Monday that will send the Mountaineers on a four-game in eight-day February stretch that includes back-to-back games against Baylor. After playing No. 2 Baylor in Morgantown on February 15, WVU will play three straight games in Texas. The revised schedule is the result of WVU's three-game postponement caused by COVID-19. The Mountaineers are scheduled ...
Holding Pattern with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval
January 14, 2021 19:29 - 51 minutes - 119 MBThe West Virginia University basketball team is in an unprecedented delay of its season. COVID-19 will keep WVU on hold until at least January 23rd when the Mountaineers meet Kansas State. Despite the interruption, the Senator (Brad Howe) reveals a mind-numbing statistic on the Mountaineers defense when it comes to open shots. That stat is just one of many the "Guys" analyze and discuss as they look toward a resumption in play. Listener questions round out the show with topics ranging ...
Hoops On Hold with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval
January 11, 2021 20:18 - 53 minutes - 73.4 MBCOVID-19 has halted the WVU basketball season. Positive tests within the program led to the postponement of Tuesday's game at Baylor and leaves Saturday's date with TCU in question. On this episode, the "Guys" discuss what it all means and look back to Saturday's heart-breaking defeat to Texas. The crew also gives their take on Oscar Tshiebwe's decision to enroll at the University of Kentucky. Listener questions complete the show as the guys discuss Brad's 50th birthday and the ongoing...
Stillwater Stunner with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval
January 05, 2021 20:02 - 1 hour - 95 MBIt will go down as one of the great comebacks in West Virginia basketball history. WVU overcame a 19-point deficit in the final 11 minutes to stun Oklahoma State 87-84. How did it happen? Now what? Will the victory serve as a needed catalyst for the reconfigured Mountaineers? Those questions and many more are answered by the "Guys" who try to put the Stillwater Stunner into perspective. Join them again Thursday for their preview of Saturday's meeting with No. 4 Texas at the Coliseum.
Liberty Bowl Champions with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval
January 01, 2021 17:05 - 42 minutes - 58.7 MBWest Virginia's football team ended its most improbable season with a bowl victory on the last day of a year that no one will forget. The Mountaineers erasing an 11-point second-half deficit was a major accomplishment, but to do that with quarterback Austin Kendall who had not appeared in a game in 110 days, will go down as one of the all-time memories in Mountaineer bowl history. Kendall successfully led two touchdown drives while WVU's defense held Army's vaunted running game to 100-yard...
Liberty Bowl Preview vs Army with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval
December 28, 2020 19:15 - 58 minutes - 80.5 MBThe Mountaineer football team is hoping to end an unforgettable season with a positive memory. Thursday's date with Army in the Liberty Bowl provides both schematic and mental challenges for a WVU team that hopes to take a momentum gaining victory into the off-season. The 9-2 Black Knights present a unique option attack that keeps the ball away from opposing teams. Can the Mountaineers slow down the option? Will the Mountaineer offense take advantage of a questionable Army pass defense...
Kansas - Army - Christmas with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval
December 23, 2020 19:50 - 56 minutes - 78 MBIt was not the Christmas gift the Mountaineer basketball had hoped to receive. Tuesday's loss at Allen Fieldhouse sends No. 7 WVU into the holidays with a 7-2 record. What went wrong? Brad Howe, Hoppy Kercheval and Tony Caridi breakdown the loss in Lawrence and look ahead to next week's Liberty Bowl date with Army. Listener questions and comments run the gamut from hoops to football and boar hunting. Yes, boar-hunting again finds a way into the show. Three Guys returns Monday with a d...
KU Preview Liberty Invite with Tony Caridi, Brad How and Hoppy Kercheval
December 21, 2020 18:43 - 56 minutes - 78.1 MBIt’s a combo episode as the “Guys” preview the Mountaineers Big 12 opener at Kansas and the football invite to the Liberty Bowl. Is this the year WVU breaks the curse of Allen Fieldhouse? Is mental preparation the biggest key in the bowl game? Brad, Hoppy and Tony also answer listener questions and thoughts on all things Mountaineers. Join them again Wednesday for a Kansas recap.
Big 12 Tip Time with Tony Caridi and Brad Howe
December 17, 2020 19:11 - 48 minutes - 66.2 MBThe Mountaineer basketball team is ready to tip-off its ninth season in the Big 12 Conference. WVU hosts Iowa State in a late start on Friday night at the Coliseum. Is this the year Bob Huggins and the Mountaineers win the regular season title? That question is among a myriad of topics discussed by the "Guys" who also spend time lampooning the Big 12 football awards. Why wasn't Tykee Smith given proper recognition? Listener questions including a Christmas poem round out the show. Th...
Squashed Spiders with Tony Caridi and Brad Howe
December 14, 2020 19:34 - 49 minutes - 68.4 MBAfter playing two games in three days the Mountaineer basketball team has a chance to collectively catch its breath. WVU, which jumped to No. 8 in the latest AP Top-25 rankings, opens its ninth season in the Big 12 Friday night when it hosts Iowa State. On this episode, Tony Caridi and Brad Howe drill into WVU's wins over North Texas and Richmond. The Mountaineers displayed a shooting accuracy that had been discussed but not seen until Sunday. Was that shooting prowess a harbinger of th...
Mean Green - Covid Cancellation with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval
December 10, 2020 20:09 - 50 minutes - 69.2 MBCOVID-19 has tackled the Mountaineer football team. Saturday's regular season finale against Oklahoma is cancelled due to a surge of the virus within the WVU program. WVU athletic director Shane Lyons announced that all activities will be paused until at least December 17. It's the second time this week a Mountaineer game was cancelled by COVID-19. West Virginia's basketball team had its opener against Robert Morris cancelled, but quickly filled the void by scheduling North Texas at the...
Good Bad Ugly with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval
December 07, 2020 18:51 - 50 minutes - 69.8 MBIt was a weekend to remember for Mountaineer fans. It was good, bad and ugly. The WVU basketball team rallied to win at Georgetown. That was good. The Mountaineer football team played its worst game of the season in losing at Iowa State. That was bad and ugly. The "Guys" break it down on this episode and answer listener questions and comments. They'll return Thursday with a review of the WVU vs Richmond basketball game and preview of Saturday's regular season finale against Oklahoma.
Bulldogs and Cyclones with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval
December 03, 2020 19:42 - 1 hour - 89.8 MBA double episode of Three Guys reviews the Mountaineer basketball game against Gonzaga and previews Saturday's football clash with Iowa State. Brad Howe, Hoppy Kercheval and Tony Caridi perform a post-game analysis of WVU's attempt to knock off the top-rated Zags. Are WVU's errors correctable or will they linger? In football, what will it take to calm the Cyclones? Can the Mountaineers handle Iowa State's unique offensive attack? Will the unexpected layoff leave WVU fresh or rusty? Ans...
Zags-Clones Preview with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval
November 30, 2020 19:55 - 54 minutes - 75.3 MBIt's a basketball-football episode as the "Guys" look ahead to Wednesday's date with top-rated Gonzaga and Saturday's gridiron meeting with Iowa State. Are the Mountaineers ready for number one? The Zags have been dominant in their first two games, but WVU's inside presence of Derek Culver and Oscar Tshiebew should provide an intriguing matchup. Will the Cyclones suffer any let down against WVU on Saturday? Iowa State has already clinched a spot in the Big 12 title game. Can WVU catch ...
Mower Champions with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval
November 27, 2020 22:43 - 41 minutes - 57.5 MBMission accomplished for the Mountaineer basketball team. WVU returns from South Dakota with the championship trophy from the Bad Boy Mowers Crossover Classic. The Mountaineers had to rally from 10 points down in the second half to secure the win. On this episode, the "Guys" give their take on the good and bad with WVU through its first three games. They also answer listener questions and calls. Join them Monday when they return with an early look at a week that includes a basketball...
WVU Basketball Preview with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval
November 23, 2020 19:20 - 57 minutes - 79 MBIf the analytics are correct get ready for a memorable WVU basketball season. On this episode, Brad Howe explains why WVU is one of eight teams nationally that meet the criteria for a Final Four appearance. The computer likes the Mountaineers, but what other areas must improve for prediction to become reality? The "Guys" answer listener questions and calls on WVU basketball and football. The crew returns Friday with their Oklahoma football preview and update on the Bad Boys Mowers Crosso...
Resting Comfortably with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval
November 19, 2020 19:26 - 58 minutes - 80.6 MBThe name of the episode is Resting Comfortably, however the "Guys" don't do much resting on the show. Emotions elevate when the topic turns to expectations for the upcoming basketball season. Brad and Hoppy chastise Tony for taking a pragmatic approach. Hoppy wonders if the Mountaineers should make the trip to South Dakota due to the alarming COVID numbers in the state. The crew also discusses Saturday's battle between Oklahoma and Oklahoma State from a Mountaineer perspective. List...
Squashed Frogs - TCU Recap with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval
November 16, 2020 19:52 - 56 minutes - 77.8 MBThe Mountaineer football team hopped into a much-needed bye week with a resounding victory over the Horned Frogs of TCU. Why was WVU so efficient in its dissection of the visitors from Fort Worth? Should the Senator now be called Nostra-Howis? How can WVU parlay their last performance into its last two games of the regular season? Those are just a few of the questions discussed on an episode that also features listener texts and phone calls. The "Guys" return Thursday with a combo sho...
TCU Preview with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval
November 12, 2020 19:50 - 56 minutes - 76.9 MBThe Mountaineer football team can equal last season's win total with a victory over TCU on Saturday. On this episode the crew explains what it will take for a WVU victory and why TCU has similarities to Kansas State. Brad, Tony and Hoppy also unearth some golden information provided by the show's listeners that may truly surprise you. Three Guys returns Monday for a complete recap of the Mountaineers matchup with the Horned Frogs.
Three Guys Before The Game with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval
November 09, 2020 19:19 - 48 minutes - 67.1 MBIn a season full of frustrating road defeats, Saturday's setback at Texas tops the chart for the Mountaineers. On this episode, the "Three Guys" dive deep with a breakdown of analytics and offering opinions on WVU's performance. Listener questions and comments range from disappointment to optimistic. Do you go for it on fourth down? Did the Mountaineers get the short end of the officiating stick? Will Isaiah Esdale emerge into a late season contributor? The answers to those questions...
Texas Preview with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval
November 05, 2020 19:23 - 1 hour - 91.1 MBAre the Mountaineers ready to beat a nationally ranked team twice in eight days? We'll find out Saturday when WVU visits No. 22 Texas. West Virginia played its most efficient game of the Neal Brown when it dispatched No. 16 Kansas State last weekend, but the Longhorns offer some serious obstacles for a Mountaineer team that has lost both of its road games. On this episode, Brad Howe provides the recipe for a WVU win by revealing another batch of doctoral-level statistical information. Th...
Whomped Wildcats with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval
November 02, 2020 19:25 - 1 hour - 85.2 MBWhat happens when a football team plays without turnovers, penalties and pass drops? The easy answer is that you win. West Virginia's football team checked all the boxes in Saturday's convincing victory over 16th rated Kansas State. On this episode, the "Three Guys" take a deeper look into how the Mountaineers played their most complete game of the season. Other topics include Mike O'Laughlin's emergence and long-term outlook, midseason MVP candidates and underappreciated members of th...
Kansas State Preview with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval
October 29, 2020 18:07 - 54 minutes - 74.2 MBIf you want an educated evaluation of what to look for in Saturday's matchup between the Mountaineers and Kansas State look no further. The "Three Guys" dissect this weekend's Big 12 encounter with a cornucopia of information, analytics and of course good humor. Exactly why is West Virginia (3-2) favored over Kansas State (5-1) ? Brad Howe, Hoppy Kercheval and Tony Caridi answer that question along with some great listener texts and comments. Join the "Guys" again Monday for their r...
Texas Tech Review with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval
October 26, 2020 17:58 - 1 hour - 88.2 MBSaturday's loss at Texas Tech has left a mark. Head coach Neal Brown's disappointment was obvious in his postgame press conference. No one said "Trust The Climb" was going to be painless. On this episode, Brad Howe, Hoppy Kercheval and Tony Caridi dive into why WVU left Lubbock with his its first loss since 2012. Can the mistakes be corrected? Are the Mountaineers close to displaying the consistency needed to win close games? Those are just a few of the topics covered plus listener qu...
Kansas Crunched with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval
October 19, 2020 18:16 - 1 hour - 90.3 MBSo what did we learn from West Virginia's 38-17 victory over Kansas? That's the question the "Three Guys" pull apart on their latest episode. West Virginia's defense has ascended to number one nationally, the running game is morphing into a legitimate strength. However, there's still much work to be done. Brad Howe reveals this week's Pro Football Focus WVU grades and listeners have their say with texts, Tweets and a call. Oh yeah, another battle takes place between Brad and Hoppy Kerc...
Kansas Preview with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval
October 15, 2020 18:05 - 1 hour - 82.4 MBWest Virginia resumes play Saturday as a heavy favorite over the visiting Kansas Jayhawks. While being favored is nice, Mountaineer coach Neal Brown knows there are many areas his team needs to improve upon. Brad Howe, Hoppy Kercheval and Tony Caridi breakdown the game and give their insight about what's most important besides earning the victory. The "Guys" also dive deep into a series of extremely creative questions from listeners surrounding the Kansas matchup and the season's remaini...
Big 12 Gone Wild with Tony Caridi and Brad Howe
October 12, 2020 18:34 - 51 minutes - 70.6 MBIt's time to say goodbye to byes for the Mountaineer football team. WVU has had two byes over the last five weeks. On Saturday they'll begin a stretch of five games in five weeks. The "Guys", minus Hoppy, look ahead to how COVID-19 may impact Saturday's game against Kansas and review a very memorable weekend in the Big 12. How else do you describe Saturday's quadruple overtime thriller between Texas and Oklahoma, Iowa State's neutering of Texas Tech, and Kansas State's road conquest at ...
Bye Bye Again with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval
October 08, 2020 19:03 - 58 minutes - 80 MBSure, two bye weeks in the first three games of the season is odd, but so are the three "Guys" before the game. Brad Howe, Hoppy Kercheval and Tony Caridi cover a myriad of questions surrounding WVU football and basketball, along with the Big 12 Conference. Don't ask how, but there's also an appearance by a leaf blower. You'll have to listen. The crew returns on Monday to look ahead to next week's game against Kansas which will begin a five game in five-week stretch for the Mountaineers.
Bagged Bears Recap with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval
October 05, 2020 18:16 - 1 hour - 62.7 MBHow do you bag a Bear? Don't feed it. West Virginia's football team defeated Baylor on Saturday by playing keep away from their biggest weapons. WVU's double overtime victory was intriguing for a number of reasons. Coach Neal Brown and staff made in-game adjustments to protect a struggling offense. The Mountaineer defense and special teams responded to help the Mountaineers (2-1) hang on for an important win. On this episode, the "Guys" dissect the victory and answer a series of que...
Preparing for Bears with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval
October 01, 2020 19:22 - 53 minutes - 73.1 MBIf a team improves the most from its first to its second game, then how much does it improve from its second to third game? We'll learn the answers to both questions on Saturday when West Virginia hosts Baylor. The Mountaineers (1-1) will try to clean up a series of mistakes that cost them last week's Big 12 opener at Oklahoma State. The Bears (1-0) cruised by Kansas in the debut of head coach Dave Aranda. The "Guys" preview the game with a look at the numbers and its significance for a...
Poked By The Cowboys with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval
September 28, 2020 19:06 - 47 minutes - 43.7 MBWhat can we make of Saturday's loss by the Mountaineers in Stillwater? Are the Cowboys really good? Are the Mountaineers bad? Is the answer somewhere in the mIddle? Brad Howe, Hoppy Kercheval and Tony Caridi pull apart the Mountaineers 27-13 loss from all angles. The "Guys" also answer listener questions and calls. An unexpected debate on the personal foul called against WVU's Leddie Brown for spinning the ball also erupts. Was it the right call? The Crew returns Thursday with a previ...
WVU vs Pokes Preview with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval
September 24, 2020 18:53 - 51 minutes - 70.2 MBThe West Virginia University football team kicks off its 9th season in the Big 12 Conference on Saturday in Stillwater with more questions than answers. Both WVU and Oklahoma State have the typical early season unknowns, but are also navigating the new world of COVID-19. That means rosters are unsettled until final testing is conducted on Friday. Oklahoma State is already dealing with significant issues on offense. Starting quarterback Spencer Sanders sprained his ankle in the opener la...
Pre Preview WVU and Oklahoma State with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval
September 21, 2020 18:45 - 48 minutes - 65.8 MBWhat did we learn from Oklahoma State's victory over Tulsa on Saturday? That's the question of the week for the WVU football team as it prepares to open Big 12 play this weekend in Stillwater. On this episode, the "Guys" begin to pull apart the story angles that will make this conference opener game very intriguing. Will the Cowboys be without their starting quarterback? Will former Mountaineer Josh Sills be a difference maker now that he's a Cowboy? Are there similarities to this seas...
Three Guys Before a Bye with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval
September 17, 2020 17:46 - 42 minutes - 58.5 MBNo game. No Problem. The Mountaineers have a bye this weekend, but that doesn't mean the "Guys" are taking time off. On this episode, Brad pulls back the cover on the most productive surprise players from WVU's season opening victory. Andy from Columbus contributes a colorful expose on how Hoppy is actually Garrett Green. Text questions, queries and Big 10 bashing all come together quite nicely as the "Guys" anxiously look ahead to next week's Big 12 opener.
Eastern Kentucky Recap with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval
September 14, 2020 19:42 - 58 minutes - 80.5 MBIt was the opening game performance that checked all the boxes. West Virginia's 56-10 thumping of Eastern Kentucky provided insight into this season's team but as expected many questions remain unanswered. The "Guys" provide their deep-dive into the numbers and individual performances from a most unique season opener. How much can we take from a rebuilding Eastern Kentucky team played in front of just over 900 fans? With Oklahoma State next on the schedule, the Mountaineers must now ...
Eastern Kentucky Preview with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval
September 10, 2020 19:36 - 1 hour - 83.6 MBGame on! At long last the 2020 Mountaineer football season is ready to begin. On this episode, the "Guys" present their deep-dive into Saturday's matchup between the Mountaineers and Colonels of Eastern Kentucky. Brad, Hoppy and Tony share their thoughts and concerns and also answer listener texts and calls. Besides a victory, what should Mountaineer fans want from the opener? Those answers and more come your way on the 225th episode. Join the crew on Monday when they return to revi...
Over Under 2020 Season Preview with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval
September 07, 2020 19:23 - 51 minutes - 70.4 MBWith fingers crossed, the West Virginia University football team will open its season Saturday afternoon against Eastern Kentucky in Morgantown. There's little argument this season will be unique in so many ways. WVU will open its home schedule with family and friends only in the stands. It's just one of a multitude of changes caused by COVID-19. How will the Mountaineers react to an entirely new set of rules and regulations that no one could have ever imagined? Tony, Brad and Hoppy ...
Rasheed Marshall Visits Tony Caridi and Brad Howe
September 02, 2020 23:25 - 1 hour - 94.7 MBLike a fine wine, Rasheed Marshall is getting better with age. Sixteen years after taking his last snap at West Virginia, the 2004 Big East Conference Offensive Player of the Year still looks the part. Perhaps it’s not a surprise considering the Pittsburgh native is a successful personal trainer and model. On this episode, Marshall details a Mountaineer career that included an assortment of highs and injury related lows. How did he handle the coaching transition from Don Nehlen to Rich R...
Back to School with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval
August 26, 2020 20:01 - 49 minutes - 67.3 MBFor the first time in five months classes have resumed at West Virginia University. Will football be far behind? That's just one of a myriad of topics Brad Howe, Hoppy Kercheval and Tony Caridi dive into on the 222nd episode of Three Guys Before The Game. The COVID-19 pandemic has reset the clock on college sports. The upcoming season is a collective redshirt year for players and programs. Will it pay long-term dividends in Neal Brown's current rebuild of the Mountaineers? The "Guys" a...
Hoppy's Triumphant Return with Brad Howe and Tony Caridi
August 19, 2020 20:28 - 1 hour - 91.8 MBAfter a 93 day hiatus the band is back together. Hoppy Kercheval rejoins Brad Howe and Tony Caridi to officially begin the dialogue on the 2020 West Virginia University football season. The “Guys” cover a wide range of topics including listener questions. How many games will the Mountaineers play? Is the current quarterback battle the quietest in school history? What’s the over-under on total games played? Those answers plus some inside info from the Mountaineer basketball team on the ...
Are you scared? A visit with Tyrone Sally
August 12, 2020 19:10 - 1 hour - 136 MBTyrone Sally's career at West Virginia is perhaps one of the least told best stories in school history. The Chesterfield, Virginia native was a sea of calm in the most chaotic chapter of WVU's basketball history. He played for four coaches in his first year on campus. There were numerous opportunities to look for a more stable environment but he refused. The result was a magical time that produced highlights and memories that brought a collective smile to WVU fans everywhere. The sof...
Schmitt Happens - A visit with WVU great Owen Schmitt
August 05, 2020 16:10 - 1 hour - 110 MBLike a door to door salesman hawking vacuum cleaners, Owen Schmitt showed up on the porch of Milan Puskar Stadium on a cold December day with a VHS tape and a bunch of dreams. The tape did its job, and the pieces to one of the great underdog stories in Mountaineer football history began. Schmitt became the face of everything Rich Rodriguez was preaching. Blue collar mentality molded with alarming physicality produced unparalleled success. Victories in the Sugar and Fiesta Bowl were th...
Mike Logan visits Tony Caridi and Brad Howe
July 29, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 89.7 MBMike Logan’s decision to attend West Virginia University was made more in spite than anything else. That’s just one of the many revelations the WVU Sports Hall of Fame member and Super Bowl champion shares on this episode of Three Guys Before The Game. From his days in Morgantown to his recent painful battle with COVID-19, Logan’s story is filled with educational and introspective thoughts on persistence and sharing. Why was Don Nehlen successful? What happened in his on-field Super...
Secretary of Defense - Steve Dunlap
July 22, 2020 09:50 - 1 hour - 93.7 MBSteve Dunlap has experienced every aspect of West Virginia University football over the last five decades. On this episode, the WVU Hall of Fame member details his amazing journey from an undersized player at Hurricane High School to one of college football’s elite defensive coordinators. Dunlap’s insight provides a historical journey of how and why the Mountaineers blossomed into a perennial eastern power under Don Nehlen. From graduate assistant to one of the nation’s most respected def...
Avon Cobourne visits Tony Caridi and Brad Howe
July 15, 2020 16:26 - 1 hour - 118 MBDo you know who Avon Cobourne is? Sure, the easy answer is West Virginia University’s all-time leading football rusher. However, that’s just a tiny piece of a life story that’s both improbable and inspiring. Cobourne provides the background and details about a career that could have easily ended before it ever began. You’ll learn how he overcame homelessness, major injury, coaching changes and challenges that would have made most people quit. It’s a motivating and enlightening story that...
John Beilein's Mountaineer Memories
July 08, 2020 17:05 - 1 hour - 122 MBIt’s been 13 years since John Beilein last walked the sideline as West Virginia University’s basketball coach. His last game ended with the Mountaineers hoisting the NIT championship trophy at midcourt of Madison Square Garden. In retrospect, Beilein’s last game could not have happened in a more fitting place. It was on that same chunk of hardwood that WVU became media darlings just two years earlier. The Mountaineers improbable run to the Big East 2005 title game served as a catalyst for...
Brian King with Tony Caridi and Brad Howe
July 01, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 94.6 MBBrian King says the five years he spent in Morgantown are the greatest years of his life. An under-recruited defensive back from Maryland, became a foundational piece of Rich Rodriguez’s rebuild of the WVU program and even met his future wife. You can understand why King’s love for WVU and the state of West Virginia still burns strong. However, King hesitated upon receiving the interview request to joinThree Guys Before The Game. That’s because his biggest fan, his father, passed away j...