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.
Episodes
July 7, 2025 • 77 mins
Ross Hodge's new life is just starting to become normal. Three months after being named West Virginia University's head men's basketball coach, Hodge can finally take a deep breath.
He has retooled the WVU roster with players and staff, along with moving his family from Texas.
The 44-year-old Hodge knows it's still very early, but the pieces are coming together for his debut season.
In this episode, the "Guys" do a deep-dive into H...
He has retooled the WVU roster with players and staff, along with moving his family from Texas.
The 44-year-old Hodge knows it's still very early, but the pieces are coming together for his debut season.
In this episode, the "Guys" do a deep-dive into H...
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July 1, 2025 • 82 mins
When it comes to longevity and consistency, he's West Virginia University's Cal Ripken.
Randy Meador's touch has been part of West Virginia University basketball since 1984. It's the longest tenure by anyone involved in program history. His 41 seasons as head athletic trainer have been defined by professionalism and dedication to his craft. And, oh yeah, he NEVER missed a single game. Not one!
The Ohio native will never be offic...
Randy Meador's touch has been part of West Virginia University basketball since 1984. It's the longest tenure by anyone involved in program history. His 41 seasons as head athletic trainer have been defined by professionalism and dedication to his craft. And, oh yeah, he NEVER missed a single game. Not one!
The Ohio native will never be offic...
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June 25, 2025 • 88 mins
A middle school football coach kicked Mike Florio and it changed his life.
That's not hyperbole, it's the truth. Actually, it was more than one kick to Florio's backside, but regardless, the impact is still being felt today.
In this episode, the "Guys" spend an entertaining visit with the founder of Pro Football Talk. While his passion remains the NFL, his non-football writing continues to gain popularity.
It's a enlightening an...
That's not hyperbole, it's the truth. Actually, it was more than one kick to Florio's backside, but regardless, the impact is still being felt today.
In this episode, the "Guys" spend an entertaining visit with the founder of Pro Football Talk. While his passion remains the NFL, his non-football writing continues to gain popularity.
It's a enlightening an...
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June 19, 2025 • 89 mins
Wren Baker is the 13th Athletic Director in West Virginia University history. It’s fair to say none of his predecessors have navigated the changes and challenges that he’s encountered.
Forget about the “normal” requirements of the job, Baker is also leading WVU in the transition from college amateurism to a pay-for-play model. It’s uncharted territory for everyone involved and, for Baker, just another challenge that’s being handle...
Forget about the “normal” requirements of the job, Baker is also leading WVU in the transition from college amateurism to a pay-for-play model. It’s uncharted territory for everyone involved and, for Baker, just another challenge that’s being handle...
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June 11, 2025 • 69 mins
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 moti...
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 moti...
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June 3, 2025 • 78 mins
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.
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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May 27, 2025 • 77 mins
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, Eagle...
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, Eagle...
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May 20, 2025 • 84 mins
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 comme...
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 comme...
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May 14, 2025 • 65 mins
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.
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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May 7, 2025 • 79 mins
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....
In this episode, Trickett explains his decision to return to Morgantown and the rebuilding of the WVU roster....
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April 28, 2025 • 89 mins
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 ...
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 ...
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April 24, 2025 • 78 mins
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 m...
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 m...
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April 17, 2025 • 67 mins
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.
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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April 10, 2025 • 75 mins
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 ba...
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 ba...
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April 3, 2025 • 49 mins
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.
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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March 31, 2025 • 66 mins
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 o...
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 o...
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March 27, 2025 • 69 mins
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 semi...
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 semi...
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March 24, 2025 • 73 mins
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 tourna...
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 tourna...
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March 20, 2025 • 62 mins
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' de...
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' de...
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March 19, 2025 • 33 mins
Emergency podcast with reaction to Darian DeVries' departure to Indiana.
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