3 Guys Before The Game

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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.

  1. 3 Guys Before The Game - WVU Basketball Recap (Episode 685)

    6D AGO

    3 Guys Before The Game - WVU Basketball Recap (Episode 685)

    It’s Christmas break time for the Mountaineer basketball team—and a rare chance to pause. The four-day layoff marks West Virginia’s final significant break of the season, offering a valuable window for both mental and physical recovery before diving into the grind of an 18-game Big 12 schedule. In this episode, the “Guys” recap Monday’s comfortable win over Mississippi Valley State and look ahead to the challenges that await once conference play begins. Listener questions and comments wrap up the show.

    1h 2m
  2. 3 Guys Before The Game - WVU Basketball Preview - Mississippi Valley State (Episode 684)

    DEC 18

    3 Guys Before The Game - WVU Basketball Preview - Mississippi Valley State (Episode 684)

    The Mountaineer basketball team has entered the most unusual stretch of its season.   West Virginia will play just one game over a 19-day span, with Monday’s home matchup against Mississippi Valley State serving as the final tune-up before Big 12 play tips off January 2 against No. 4 Iowa State.   With practice time outweighing game minutes, execution, rhythm, and rotation decisions take center stage.   In this episode, the “Guys” break down what matters most in Monday’s game, examine how this extended pause can work to WVU’s advantage, and turn their attention to the latest developments in Mountaineer football recruiting.   Listener questions and comments wrap up the show on Textual Healing.

    55 min
  3. 3 Guys Before The Game - WVU Basketball vs Ohio State Recap (Episode 683)

    DEC 15

    3 Guys Before The Game - WVU Basketball vs Ohio State Recap (Episode 683)

    Disappointing. It’s the word that best describes West Virginia’s double-overtime, 89–88 loss to Ohio State last Saturday.   Despite facing a 16-point second-half deficit, the Buckeyes rallied to force overtime—and eventually escape with the win.   So now what for the Mountaineers?   In this episode, the “Guys” break down the game possession by possession, detailing what worked, what didn’t, and what must improve moving forward.   The crew also pays tribute to WVU Hall of Fame member Garrett Ford, who passed away on Sunday.   Listener questions and comments wrap up the show with Textual Healing.

    1h 12m
  4. 3 Guys Before The Game - WVU Basketball vs Ohio State Preview (Episode 682)

    DEC 11

    3 Guys Before The Game - WVU Basketball vs Ohio State Preview (Episode 682)

    The Mountaineer basketball team gets one final swing at a marquee non-conference win Saturday when West Virginia meets Ohio State in Cleveland. It’s a classic strength-on-strength matchup: the Buckeyes enter as one of the nation’s most potent offenses, while WVU owns the country’s No. 2 scoring defense. Something will have to give. In this episode, the “Guys” dig into the analytics and outline the subtle shifts that may be tilting momentum in West Virginia’s direction.Listener questions and comments round out the show.

    1h 15m
  5. 3 Guys Before The Game - WVU vs Wake Recap - WVU vs Little Rock Preview (Episode 681)

    DEC 8

    3 Guys Before The Game - WVU vs Wake Recap - WVU vs Little Rock Preview (Episode 681)

    The Mountaineer basketball team is searching for answers after a frustrating setback against Wake Forest. Saturday’s loss was defined by self-inflicted wounds, most notably 18 turnovers that the Demon Deacons converted into 25 points—mistakes that proved too costly to overcome. In this episode, the “Guys” break down WVU’s visit to the capital city, examine what went wrong, and look ahead to Tuesday’s matchup with Little Rock. Listener questions and comments complete the show.

    1h 9m
  6. 3 Guys Before The Game - WVU Football Recruiting Wins - Hoops Roll (Episode 680)

    DEC 4

    3 Guys Before The Game - WVU Football Recruiting Wins - Hoops Roll (Episode 680)

    Rich Rodriguez wasted no time reshaping West Virginia’s roster. One year removed from arriving late to the cycle, the Mountaineers’ 2026 recruiting class is earning national recognition—complete with signing-day surprises and a few headline-grabbing flips.   On the hardwood, the Mountaineer basketball team cruised past Coppin State in a distinctly memorable 91–49 win. Eagles head coach Larry Stewart added an unexpected footnote to the night by earning the fastest ejection ever recorded inside Hope Coliseum.   In this episode, the “Guys” break down the impact of WVU’s recruiting haul and turn their attention to Saturday’s matchup with Wake Forest.   Listener questions and comments round out the show.

    1h 14m
  7. 3 Guys Before The Game - WVU Football Signs - WVU Basketball Shines (Episode 679)

    DEC 1

    3 Guys Before The Game - WVU Football Signs - WVU Basketball Shines (Episode 679)

    It’s a pivotal week for both Mountaineer football and basketball. On Wednesday, Coach Rich Rodriguez begins signing his first true recruiting class, marking a major milestone in his program rebuild. Meanwhile, WVU basketball gears up for a two-game stretch highlighted by a Power 4 showdown with Wake Forest In this episode, the “Guys” deliver their post-mortem on Saturday’s regular-season finale against Texas Tech and break down Sunday’s win over Mercyhurst. Listener questions and comments round out the show on Textual Healing.

    1h 14m
  8. 3 Guys Before The Game - WVU Football and Basketball Previews (Episode 678)

    NOV 26

    3 Guys Before The Game - WVU Football and Basketball Previews (Episode 678)

    This holiday weekend brings a full plate of Mountaineer athletics.   West Virginia football wraps up the regular season Saturday with a daunting challenge against No. 5 Texas Tech, while WVU men’s basketball tips off a three-game week Sunday against Mercyhurst.   In this episode, the “Guys” dive into the numbers to preview the Red Raiders and break down the matchup with the Lakers.   Listener questions and comments round out the show.

    54 min
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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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  • Creator
    MetroNews
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2025
  • Episodes
    689
  • Rating
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