3 Guys Before The Game

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Three Guys Before The Game - Frogs Croak Longhorns Next (Episode 435) Jan 19, 2023

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It was just what the Mountaineers needed.
West Virginia's victory over No. 14 TCU shows the Mountaineers can win meaningful games when they play efficiently.
Now the question. Can they do it again?
In this episode, Brad and Tony review the victory over the Horned Frogs and preview Saturday's date with No. 7 Texas.
Listener texts and comments complete the show.

Three Guys Before The Game - Oklahoma Recap - TCU Preview (Episode 434) Jan 16, 2023

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When will things turn positive for the West Virginia University basketball team?
The Mountaineers are winless in their first five Big 12 games after Saturday's loss at Oklahoma.
Things won't get easier this week as No. 14 TCU and No. 7 Texas visit the Coliseum.
In this episode, the "Guys" review their Oklahoma keys to the game and look ahead to the fast paced attack of TCU. Senior Mike Miles, the conference's pre-season player of the year, is second in the Big 12 in scoring.
Listener questions and comments complete the show.
Join the crew later this week for their preview of Saturday's date with the Longhorns.

Three Guys Before The Game - Baylor Recap - Oklahoma Preview (Episode 433) Jan 12, 2023

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The game of basketball can be both simple and complex.
One of the basics is being able to put the ball in the basket.
Unfortunately, for the West Virginia Mountaineers, the inability to shoot has left them winless in their first four Big 12 Conference games.
Wednesday's loss to Baylor was the latest example of poor shooting. WVU is currently last in the Big 12 in field goal percentage and three-point shooting.
In this episode, Brad and Tony dive into the numbers from Wednesday's game against Baylor and preview Saturday's trip to Oklahoma.
Listener questions and comments complete the show.

Three Guys Before The Game - Jayhawk Funk - Baylor Preview (Episode 432) Jan 09, 2023

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Is it too early for "must win"?
After losing to No. 2 Kansas on Saturday, West Virginia is now 0-3 in Big 12 play. A loss Wednesday at home to Baylor would be a massive setback for the Mountaineers.
In this episode, the "Guys" discuss what went wrong against the Jayhawks and what must go right against the Bears.
Listener texts and questions complete the show along with a review of last Friday's unveiling of Hoppy Kerchev-Ale. The new craft beer is receiving rave reviews since its release.
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Three Guys Before The Game - Kansas & Kerchev-ALE Preview (Episode 431) Jan 05, 2023

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The West Virginia basketball team has both a great challenge and an opportunity as it heads into Saturday's game against No. 3 Kansas.
WVU (10-4) stumbled and bumbled on the road suffering losses at Kansas State and Oklahoma State to open Big 12 play.
The Mountaineers now return home for games with the Jayhawks and Baylor Bears. It's time for Big Boy Big 12 basketball.
In this episode, the "Guys" breakdown Saturday's matchup. Brad Howe presents the most important analytics and trends that will decide the game.
The crew previews the weekend release of Hoppy Kerchev-Ale - an extraordinary craft beer, and the first live audience recording of 3 Guys.
Listener texts and comments complete the show.

Three Guys Before The Game - Hole Dug (Episode 430) Jan 03, 2023

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The Mountaineer basketball team has dug a hole just two games into Big 12 Conference play.
Consecutive losses, in winnable games, to Kansas State and Oklahoma State leave the Mountaineers with more questions than answers.
In this episode, the "Guys" review the two games and discuss what must change. WVU hosts No. 3 Kansas on Saturday and No. 19 Baylor next Wednesday.
Listener questions and comments complete the show.
Join Brad, Hoppy and Tony Thursday for their preview of Saturday's date with the Jayhawks.

Three Guys Before The Game - Big 12 Tip Time (Episode 429) Dec 26, 2022

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Now it gets real for the WVU basketball team.
No. 24 West Virginia opens Big 12 Conference play this week. Bob Huggins' team plays at Kansas State on Saturday and then heads to Stillwater for a date with Oklahoma State next Monday.
In this episode, the "Guys" analyze the upcoming conference race and debate just how WVU will fare in the league race.
The Mountaineers, who cracked the Top-25 for the first time this season, were picked to finish ninth in the preseason poll. WVU (10-2) has exceeded expectations and are currently fourth among Big 12 rankings in the KenPom rankings.
Listener questions and texts complete the episode.

Three Guys Before The Game - Did You Shower? (Episode 428) Dec 23, 2022

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The Mountaineer basketball team won its final game before Christmas, but coach Bob Huggins wasn't happy.
Huggins lamented his team's lack of desire and efficiency in his postgame comments. Is Huggins truly concerned or simply using the lackluster performance for motivation for the upcoming Big 12 schedule?
In this episode, the "Guys" discuss the game along with individual players who have unexpectedly shined this season.
Brad, Hoppy and Tony also discuss WVU football recruiting and welcome a special studio guest.
Listener texts and comments complete the show.

Three Guys Before The Game - Run With The Bulls (Episode 427) Dec 19, 2022

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The Mountaineer basketball team went for a run with the Bulls on Sunday. Things worked out quite nicely.
The victory by WVU (9-2) over the University of Buffalo (5-6) provided the "Guys" with plenty of topics to discuss in this episode.
Why doesn't WVU feature a hot shooter? Will the Mountaineers figure out how to defend the high ball screen? Did the Mothman really text into the podcast?
The answers to these questions and many more come your way in episode 427 of Three Guys.
Join the crew later this week as they reveal their Christmas gifts to the Mountaineer Nation.

Three Guys Before The Game - Mike Collins Visits (Episode 426) Dec 15, 2022

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Mike Collins is an iconic Mountaineer football player.
The Huntington native, shined as a four-year starter from 1990-1993. He captained the Mountaineers to an undefeated season and Sugar Bowl appearance in his senior year.
Collins defines the physical and mental toughness that became the trademark of Coach Don Nehlen.
In this episode, the "Guys" go back in time with Mike and get his thoughts on the new world of college football.
Brad and Tony close the episode with listener questions and comments.
Join them on Monday for their recap of Sunday's basketball game between the Mountaineers and the University of Buffalo.

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