3 Guys Before The Game

Several former Mountaineer basketball players make Morgantown their summer home.

It's an opportunity for them to practice and play with current Mountaineers before heading overseas to resume their professional careers.

On this episode, Tony and Brad are joined by a player who epitomizes the Press Virginia brand; guard Tarik Phillip.

The Brooklyn native gives the fellas his read on WVU's incoming players. Just how big of an impact will Jordan McCabe make? How did he become a dual citizen? And, the ultimate question, is he a better defensive player than Jevon Carter?

Those questions and much more come your way on this episode of Three Guys Before The Game.

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Massive news! After a 128 day hiatus, Hoppy Kercheval returns to Three Guys Before The Game.

Hoppy's return runs in concert with Monday's Supreme Court decision to legalize sports betting in the United States.

Hoppy, Brad Howe, and Tony discuss the initial decision and its impact on the state of West Virginia. The Mountain State is at the forefront of the discussion as one of six states with a law in place for sports betting.

The who, what, why, and how comes your way on this special edition of Three Guys.

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They found him!

After weeks of traveling overseas, Nathan Adrian has returned. The fellas are back with their first episode of the summer season.

The Mountaineers may not be playing, but they're making major news with roster additions and subtractions.

What does it all mean? Listen in as they guys discuss personnel, possibilities, and performance.

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Two Mountaineers are sniffing the NBA. At least four new recruits are heading to town.

You might think the season is over, but the fellas (Nathan Adrian, Brad Howe, Tony Caridi) say these are extremely important days for the WVU program.

What's the realistic statistical projection for returning players and the newcomers? Those questions and the immediate eligibility of transfers is discussed on this edition of Three Guys.

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The WVU basketball season may be over, but the fellas on Three Guys are NOT.

On this episode, Nathan Adrian, Brad Howe, and Tony Caridi dig deep into the Mountaineers Sweet 16 showdown with top seeded Villanova.

Where does this season rank? Where does Jevon Carter rate among WVU's all-time greats? Will Press Virginia ever be as productive? Why do Jamie Dixon's shirt collars always stick out?

The answer to these questions and more come your way on this episode.

The fellas plan to continue their podcast into the off-season with a new show every two weeks.

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Rain, sleet, snow and hail cannot keep the fellas from their appointed task of talking hoops with you.

In a Three Guys first, we go remote with Tony joining us from Boston. He left town early with the Mountaineers because of the impending snow. They're expecting 6 to 8 inches in Boston.

This week's episode looks back at WVU's San Diego success and looks ahead to Friday's big boy battle against number one seed Villanova. ESPN says the 'Cats have the best chance to win the national title among the remaining teams.

Can the Mountaineers find a way to send another shock into what's been a tourney of surprises?

Join the guys for their Sweet 16 edition of Three Guys Before The Game.

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The fellas are back in session with March's Madness ready to tip.

Before looking ahead to WVU's west coast trip to battle the Pacers of Murray State, the fellas put a wrap on last week's Big 12 Championship.

The Senator, Brad Howe, comes very strong with perhaps the best factoid of the season. WVU doesn't lose when four players score in double figures.

Tony wonders outloud if Nathan Adrian remembers Stephen F. Austin's Thomas Walkup's name. Yeah, Nate remembered him.

Will WVU fall victim to the 5/12 seed upset?

Will it be WVU vs Marshall for a birth to the Sweet 16?

The answers to those questions and more come your way on this NCAA tournament edition of Three Guys Before The Game.

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Before heading to Kansas City, the fellas got together for a look back at the loss at Texas and a look ahead to this week's Big 12 Championship.

After 31 games, has it become a given that this WVU team will consistently be inconsistent?

After falling in the last two Big 12 championship games, is this the year that the Mountaineers leave KC with a title?

Plus, Nathan Adrian agrees to wear his jersey and headband in the stands for a moderate fee.

Join the guys for a preview of tournament week and much more.

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An early morning recording session for the fellas after a late-night game inside the Coliseum.

Like a perfectly planned wedding reception, seniors Jevon Carter and Daxter Miles combined for a wonderful last dance on the Coliseum hardwood. The talented tandem has positioned the Mountaineers for a second place finish in the Big 12 provided they win Saturday at Texas.

Why does Senior Night make some players play poorly? What would have happened if WVU hadn't taken a 16-0 lead?

The answers to those questions and much more from Nate, Brad, and Tony on this week's edition of Three Guys Before The Game.

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Just three games remain in regular season for the West Virginia University basketball team.

However, the fellas are still trying to answer the unanswerable question. What's the deal with this Mountaineer team?

A meltdown in Kansas left many thinking WVU would implode at red-hot Baylor. Instead, the Mountaineers build a four touchdown lead in Waco before gently sashaying to a 71-60 win.

The guys also do a deep dive on the officiating at the Kansas game, and possible solutions to bring more consistency to the world of the whistle.

Tournament time is quickly approaching and exactly how the most unpredictable Mountaineer team in years will finish remains one of the great questions.

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