3 Guys Before The Game

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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June 18, 2026 75 mins
The greatest season in West Virginia University baseball history has reached its conclusion.

Over the course of four remarkable months, the 2026 Mountaineers accomplished what no team in the previous 134 seasons had ever achieved. They won the program’s first College World Series game, captured the imagination of an entire state and elevated WVU baseball to a level once thought unattainable.

The sting of elimina...
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The challenge is familiar. The stakes have never been higher.

West Virginia’s quest for a national championship took an unexpected turn Sunday when North Carolina handed the Mountaineers a loss that leaves no margin for error. To reach the College World Series championship series, WVU must now win three consecutive elimination games.

It’s a scenario that feels remarkably familiar.

Just two weeks ago...
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Before anyone had finished settling into their seats in Omaha, West Virginia had already announced its arrival.

The Mountaineers made history Friday afternoon by earning the program’s first-ever College World Series victory, defeating a resiliet Troy squad, 7-5, in a game packed with momentum swings, clutch hits and unforgettable moments. 

From a daring steal of home in the opening inning to another display...
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The dream that once seemed distant is now reality.
 
For the first time in program history, West Virginia has arrived in Omaha.
 
The Mountaineers took the field Thursday at Charles Schwab Field to begin preparations for their College World Series debut, a milestone moment decades in the making.
 
Friday afternoon, WVU opens play against Troy in the first game of the 2026 College World Series. It&rs...
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The storybook season for the West Virginia University baseball team is ready for its next chapter.
 
After a historic run through the regular season, NCAA Regional and Super Regional play, the Mountaineers head to Omaha for the first College World Series appearance in school history.
 
WVU opens CWS play Friday afternoon against Troy in a matchup featuring two programs making their College World Series debut.<...
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June baseball was once a dream in Morgantown. Now, it’s reality.
 
The most remarkable season in West Virginia baseball history added another unforgettable chapter Monday night when the Mountaineers outlasted Kentucky in extra innings to capture the NCAA Regional Championship.
 
The victory capped a four-day test of endurance, resilience, and belief. Facing elimination and mounting pressure, WVU answered...
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Brodie Kresser’s journey to West Virginia University baseball is proof that big dreams can grow from small-town roots.
 
The Iowa native arrived in Morgantown after a winding path that included a small high school program and junior college baseball, but aggressive recruiting from Mountaineer coach Steve Sabins convinced Kresser that WVU was the perfect fit.
 
Three seasons later, the decision has paid o...
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College football’s transformation is complete.
 
Today’s major programs operate with an NFL-style structure, where roster management, personnel evaluation, and player retention have become year-round priorities. The role of general manager is no longer optional — it’s essential.
 
In this episode, the “Guys” take you inside the evolving world of college football with WVU Gen...
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After two injury-filled seasons, the wait is finally over for WVU wide receiver Jaden Bray.
 
Now healthy and fully cleared, Bray says he’s ready to show Mountaineer fans exactly why he was one of the most coveted receivers in the transfer portal.
 
In this episode, Bray joins the “Guys” for an in-depth conversation about the physical and mental grind of battling injuries, the work he’s...
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Gavin Kelly has said no to the sophomore slump.
 
In his second season at WVU, the Pittsburgh native has emerged as one of the nation’s top players and a major reason why the Mountaineers have climbed back into the national rankings.
 
Kelly’s versatility speaks to his value. Whether behind the plate or in the infield, his consistency, toughness and production have become a catalyst for WVU’s...
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If you follow West Virginia Mountaineers football football, you know the name Scotty Fox Jr. — but do you really know the quarterback behind the headlines?
 
In this episode, the “Guys” sit down with Fox for an honest, insightful and surprisingly funny conversation about the whirlwind that became his freshman season. Thrust into action before most expected, the Mentor, Ohio native responded by throwing ...
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The summer run starts with serious heat.
 
The 3 Guys Summer Series opens with one of the fastest-rising names in high school basketball—future Mountaineer Miles Sadler. Fresh off a national championship at Bella Vista College Prep, the explosive point guard turned heads on the global stage with a 29-point, 7-assist performance at the Nike Hoop Summit against a loaded Team USA roster.
 
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Spring ball is in the books…now the real questions begin.
 
West Virginia closed its spring with the Gold-Blue Spring Festival, and the “Guys” break down what they saw—and what it actually means. From roster battles to system tweaks, what’s real and what’s just April optimism?
 
On the hardwood, Brad goes full analytics mode on newcomer Mo Sylla, digging into the numbers to...
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Roster reconstruction for both the West Virginia men’s and women’s basketball teams is officially underway, and early returns suggest a clear direction.

New men’s head coach Ross Hodge has secured his first two additions — a perimeter shooter to stretch defenses and a physical forward to anchor the frontcourt.

On the women’s side, Mark Kellogg is already active, adding three new Mountaine...
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There’s new hardware in Morgantown—and it shines.
 
The West Virginia University men’s basketball team closed its season in championship fashion, capturing the College Basketball Crown with a four-day run through elite competition. Wins over ACC, Big East and SEC opponents highlighted a surge that delivered both a title and a $300,000 payday for the Mountaineers.
 
In this episode, the &ldquo...
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Home or away, the Mountaineers are rolling—and they’re having fun doing it.
 
West Virginia has now won each of its first three Big 12 series, capped by Sunday’s 9-5 victory over No. 22 Arizona State. The nationally ranked Mountaineers continue their road swing with a midweek stop at Arizona before returning home for a key weekend series against conference leader UCF.
 
In this episode, the &...
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It’s not over yet.
 
The first season under head coach Ross Hodge gets a second life next week as West Virginia heads to Las Vegas for the Crown Basketball Championship.
 
The extended break between the regular season and postseason has given the Mountaineers a rare chance to reset—mentally and physically—after a demanding 32-game slate.
 
In this episode, the “Guys” ar...
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A historic run comes to a heartbreaking end.
 
West Virginia’s season closes with a one-point loss to Kentucky, capping a record-setting year that included a Big 12 Tournament championship and a near miss at the program’s single-season wins mark.
 
In this episode, the “Guys” break down the final moments against the Wildcats and examine what this season means for the future of WVU women...
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It’s a busy and exciting stretch across the world of WVU athletics.
 
The Mountaineer women’s basketball team prepares for the NCAA Tournament, the nationally ranked baseball team returns home for a key weekend series, and spring football is set to ramp back up in Morgantown.
 
In this episode, the “Guys” break down what’s ahead, what to watch, and what it all means for WVU fans.<...
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Monday was a record-setting day for the WVU women’s basketball program—and the Mountaineers didn’t even step on the court.
 
More than 11,000 tickets were sold for West Virginia’s opening round NCAA Tournament game at Hope Coliseum, forcing the athletic department to temporarily pause sales. A sellout for Saturday’s matchup with Miami (Ohio) is now within reach.
 
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