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
December 8, 2025 • 69 mins
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...
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...
Mark as Played
December 4, 2025 • 74 mins
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 th...
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 th...
Mark as Played
December 1, 2025 • 73 mins
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 Sunda...
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 Sunda...
Mark as Played
November 26, 2025 • 53 mins
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.
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.
Mark as Played
November 24, 2025 • 63 mins
It was not the weekend in Charleston the Mountaineer basketball team envisioned.
A gut-punch loss to Clemson on Friday was followed by Xavier’s record-setting shooting display on Sunday, sending previously undefeated WVU home with two defeats in three days.
Now the question becomes: How will they respond? The Mountaineers have a full week to reset, regroup, and recalibrate before hosting Mercyhurst next Sunday in Morgantown.
In thi...
A gut-punch loss to Clemson on Friday was followed by Xavier’s record-setting shooting display on Sunday, sending previously undefeated WVU home with two defeats in three days.
Now the question becomes: How will they respond? The Mountaineers have a full week to reset, regroup, and recalibrate before hosting Mercyhurst next Sunday in Morgantown.
In thi...
Mark as Played
November 18, 2025 • 65 mins
West Virginia has handled its business at home — now it’s time to see how the Mountaineers travel.
After opening the season with five straight wins inside Hope Coliseum, WVU heads south to Charleston, South Carolina, for its first true test away from Morgantown. Ross Hodge’s undefeated squad meets Clemson on Friday, with either Georgia or Xavier waiting next. It’s a pivotal early-season checkpoint as the Mountaineers gear up for th...
After opening the season with five straight wins inside Hope Coliseum, WVU heads south to Charleston, South Carolina, for its first true test away from Morgantown. Ross Hodge’s undefeated squad meets Clemson on Friday, with either Georgia or Xavier waiting next. It’s a pivotal early-season checkpoint as the Mountaineers gear up for th...
Mark as Played
November 16, 2025 • 74 mins
West Virginia traveled more than two thousand miles to face Arizona State, but Saturday’s outcome came down to inches.
The Mountaineers’ struggles in critical fourth-and-short moments proved costly, opening the door for the Sun Devils to escape with the win.
In this episode, the “Guys” unpack the disappointment in the desert and shine a well-deserved spotlight on the WVU women’s basketball team after its unprecedented—and emphatic—vi...
The Mountaineers’ struggles in critical fourth-and-short moments proved costly, opening the door for the Sun Devils to escape with the win.
In this episode, the “Guys” unpack the disappointment in the desert and shine a well-deserved spotlight on the WVU women’s basketball team after its unprecedented—and emphatic—vi...
Mark as Played
November 14, 2025 • 83 mins
In just his fourth game at the helm, West Virginia head coach Ross Hodge delivered a signature win against the program’s oldest rival.
Thursday’s Backyard Brawl wasn’t simply a victory — it was a dismantling. Hodge’s trademark defensive pressure smothered Pitt, holding the Panthers to just 49 points, while a poised and balanced Mountaineer offense sent four players into double figures.
In this episode, the “Guys” break down every ang...
Thursday’s Backyard Brawl wasn’t simply a victory — it was a dismantling. Hodge’s trademark defensive pressure smothered Pitt, holding the Panthers to just 49 points, while a poised and balanced Mountaineer offense sent four players into double figures.
In this episode, the “Guys” break down every ang...
Mark as Played
November 10, 2025 • 62 mins
The Mountaineers are trending up.
Game by game, West Virginia football continues to take visible steps forward. Saturday’s win over Colorado marked the team’s second straight victory — and delivered a much-needed surge of momentum heading into the final two games of the regular season.
So, what’s behind the turnaround?
In this episode, the “Guys” dig into the numbers and the nuance — explaining how and why the Mountaineers have found ...
Game by game, West Virginia football continues to take visible steps forward. Saturday’s win over Colorado marked the team’s second straight victory — and delivered a much-needed surge of momentum heading into the final two games of the regular season.
So, what’s behind the turnaround?
In this episode, the “Guys” dig into the numbers and the nuance — explaining how and why the Mountaineers have found ...
Mark as Played
November 7, 2025 • 62 mins
After snapping a five-game losing streak, West Virginia enters Saturday’s matchup against visiting Colorado as the favorite. The question now — have the Mountaineers truly embraced the Hard Edge mentality that Rich Rodriguez has preached since his return?
Meanwhile, Colorado arrives in Morgantown reeling from back-to-back blowout losses to Utah and Arizona, a combined 105–24 margin.
In this episode, the “Guys” break down what to expe...
Meanwhile, Colorado arrives in Morgantown reeling from back-to-back blowout losses to Utah and Arizona, a combined 105–24 margin.
In this episode, the “Guys” break down what to expe...
Mark as Played
November 2, 2025 • 64 mins
It was a weekend to remember for West Virginia football.
The Mountaineers snapped a five-game losing streak — and did it in style — knocking off No. 22 Houston on the road, 45-35.
True freshman quarterback Scotty Fox, making just his third career start, delivered a breakout performance. He threw for one touchdown, ran for two more, and led WVU to its first road victory over a ranked team since 2018.
In this episode, the “Guys” break ...
The Mountaineers snapped a five-game losing streak — and did it in style — knocking off No. 22 Houston on the road, 45-35.
True freshman quarterback Scotty Fox, making just his third career start, delivered a breakout performance. He threw for one touchdown, ran for two more, and led WVU to its first road victory over a ranked team since 2018.
In this episode, the “Guys” break ...
Mark as Played
October 30, 2025 • 58 mins
It’s a familiar situation — and that’s not good news.
West Virginia hits the road again this weekend, once more a double-digit underdog, this time at No. 22 Houston.
The Cougars are chasing another win in their surprising season, while the Mountaineers are still searching for that elusive first conference victory.
In this episode, the “Guys” take a deep dive into the matchup:
What will it take for WVU to pull the upset?
Can freshman qua...
West Virginia hits the road again this weekend, once more a double-digit underdog, this time at No. 22 Houston.
The Cougars are chasing another win in their surprising season, while the Mountaineers are still searching for that elusive first conference victory.
In this episode, the “Guys” take a deep dive into the matchup:
What will it take for WVU to pull the upset?
Can freshman qua...
Mark as Played
October 27, 2025 • 70 mins
West Virginia didn’t get the win against TCU, but there were signs of progress — and a few individual performances worth noting.
In this episode, the “Guys” break down the numbers, highlight the bright spots, and discuss what it all means as the Mountaineers get ready for Saturday’s game at Houston.
The crew also takes a closer look at the Mountaineer basketball team’s exhibition win over Wheeling University.
Listener questions and...
In this episode, the “Guys” break down the numbers, highlight the bright spots, and discuss what it all means as the Mountaineers get ready for Saturday’s game at Houston.
The crew also takes a closer look at the Mountaineer basketball team’s exhibition win over Wheeling University.
Listener questions and...
Mark as Played
October 23, 2025 • 65 mins
It’s been nearly a month since the Mountaineer football team last played in Morgantown.
Coach Rich Rodriguez is hoping a return home will spark a much-needed turnaround when West Virginia hosts TCU on Homecoming Saturday.
The injury-plagued Mountaineers enter as 15-point underdogs against a Horned Frogs team led by senior quarterback Josh Hoover, who’s already tossed 21 touchdown passes in seven games.
In this episode, the “Guys” brea...
Coach Rich Rodriguez is hoping a return home will spark a much-needed turnaround when West Virginia hosts TCU on Homecoming Saturday.
The injury-plagued Mountaineers enter as 15-point underdogs against a Horned Frogs team led by senior quarterback Josh Hoover, who’s already tossed 21 touchdown passes in seven games.
In this episode, the “Guys” brea...
Mark as Played
October 19, 2025 • 68 mins
It was a sobering Saturday in Orlando for the Mountaineers. Despite an extra week to prepare, West Virginia was outplayed in every phase by UCF. The Knights’ 45–13 rout leaves WVU searching for answers with five regular season games still to play.
In this episode, the “Guys” break down what went wrong, why the team seems to be sliding backward instead of forward, and what can still be salvaged from the season. They also discuss the ...
In this episode, the “Guys” break down what went wrong, why the team seems to be sliding backward instead of forward, and what can still be salvaged from the season. They also discuss the ...
Mark as Played
October 15, 2025 • 68 mins
It’s not a matchup that will dominate the national headlines, but Saturday’s meeting between West Virginia and UCF carries plenty of importance for both programs.
Like the Mountaineers, the Knights are pressing reset—welcoming back Scott Frost for a second stint as head coach. Both teams are navigating the growing pains that come with major roster overhauls and culture shifts.
When the dust settles in Morgantown, one side will fina...
Like the Mountaineers, the Knights are pressing reset—welcoming back Scott Frost for a second stint as head coach. Both teams are navigating the growing pains that come with major roster overhauls and culture shifts.
When the dust settles in Morgantown, one side will fina...
Mark as Played
October 9, 2025 • 81 mins
West Virginia University just sent a message that will echo across the Big 12.
The Mountaineers are adding 140 new athletic scholarships, raising the total to 400 across 18 sports. The move marks one of the most significant investments in WVU Athletics history — with Olympic sports among the biggest beneficiaries, some nearly doubling their current scholarship limits.
In this episode, Vice President and Athletic Director Wren Baker...
The Mountaineers are adding 140 new athletic scholarships, raising the total to 400 across 18 sports. The move marks one of the most significant investments in WVU Athletics history — with Olympic sports among the biggest beneficiaries, some nearly doubling their current scholarship limits.
In this episode, Vice President and Athletic Director Wren Baker...
Mark as Played
October 5, 2025 • 68 mins
Friday night in Provo was wet, long, and ultimately disappointing for the Mountaineers.
West Virginia’s 38-24 loss to BYU sends the team into its bye week at 2-4 overall and 0-3 in Big 12 play. The much-needed break comes at the right time — a chance for both a physical and mental reset before the final six games of the season.
In this episode, the “Guys” dissect what went wrong against the Cougars, examine where improvement must com...
West Virginia’s 38-24 loss to BYU sends the team into its bye week at 2-4 overall and 0-3 in Big 12 play. The much-needed break comes at the right time — a chance for both a physical and mental reset before the final six games of the season.
In this episode, the “Guys” dissect what went wrong against the Cougars, examine where improvement must com...
Mark as Played
October 1, 2025 • 70 mins
A massive challenge awaits the Mountaineer football team Friday night in Provo. West Virginia enters as a three-touchdown underdog against No. 23 BYU. The Cougars return home riding momentum after last week’s road win at Colorado.
Meanwhile, WVU’s quarterback situation remains unsettled. Coach Rich Rodriguez says the starter will be decided by this week’s practice sessions, adding another layer of intrigue heading into the matchup.
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Meanwhile, WVU’s quarterback situation remains unsettled. Coach Rich Rodriguez says the starter will be decided by this week’s practice sessions, adding another layer of intrigue heading into the matchup.
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Mark as Played
September 28, 2025 • 73 mins
It was a major step backward for the Mountaineer football team. Saturday’s 48–14 loss to visiting Utah left WVU with more questions than answers.
Making their first-ever trip to Morgantown, the Utes looked completely at home—dominating in all three phases of the game: offense, defense, and special teams.
The performance served as a painful reminder of just how far the Mountaineers must climb to compete at the upper level of the Big 1...
Making their first-ever trip to Morgantown, the Utes looked completely at home—dominating in all three phases of the game: offense, defense, and special teams.
The performance served as a painful reminder of just how far the Mountaineers must climb to compete at the upper level of the Big 1...
Mark as Played
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