3 Guys Before The Game

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EMERGENCY PODCAST - Conference Chaos (Episode 386) Jul 01, 2022

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Conference chaos has resumed.
The Big Ten western expansion into the Pac 12 is the single largest move to date in the ongoing reshuffling of college sports teams.
In this emergency episode, the "Guys" share their thoughts on the news and how it will impact West Virginia University.

Three Guys Before The Game - West Virginia coach Dawn Plitzuweit Visits (Episode 384) Jun 28, 2022

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It's been almost three months since Dawn Plitzuweit was named West Virginia University's women's basketball coach.
In that time, she assembled her staff, built a roster, held a kid's camp and finalized plans to move into her new home. (Yes, she's been BUSY)
In this episode, the "Guys" learn what makes Coach "P" tick. She explains her philosophy of the game, her love of practice and what intrigues her about the WVU program.
It's all hoops in episode 384 of Three Guys Before The Game.

Three Guys Before The Game - Chad Johnston Visits (Episode 383) Jun 21, 2022

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It's been over 25 years, but his name still covers the all-time Top-10 passing statistics in West Virginia football history.
Chad Johnston's story is the one you see in movies. The small town kid who grows up to play at his home state university. He created memories that won't be forgotten, like the touchdown pass in the final seconds to beat Pitt. (Johnston was 4-0 against the Panthers)
That's history now. Chad Johnston, the football player, became Chad Johnston; the doctor.
In this episode, Brad and Tony go deep with Chad to reflect on his career and the life lessons that remain so important.

Three Guys Before The Game - Randy Mazey Visits (Episode 382) Jun 15, 2022

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Christmas was just three days away. West Virginia University baseball coach Randy Mazey had a problem.
How could he and his wife Amanda get across a surging river in New Zealand to make it back to civilization?
That's just one of the many stories told in this Summer Series episode of Three Guys Before The Game. Brad Howe and Tony Caridi dig deep into Mazey's career as a player and coach.
Why did Randy cry on Mother's Day? Will college baseball ever move to a summer season? Why was Hawley Field such a home-field advantage?
It's Randy Mazey from all angles like you've never heard him before.

Three Guys Before The Game - Marsalis Basey Visits (Episode 381) Jun 08, 2022

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Size does NOT matter. Just ask Marsalis Basey.
The Martinsburg native stands just 5 feet 7 inches, but his career statistics as a West Virginia University basketball player remain large.
Nearly 30 years after playing his final game as a Mountaineer, the Martinsburg native is still in the top-8 all-time in assists and three-point percentage. Oh yeah, Basey also played professional baseball while attending WVU.
In this episode, Basey reflects on his WVU career and shares the motivation provided by his uncle, WVU hall-of-fame member Fulton Walker. What lengths did John Calipari go to recruit Basey?
Those stories and listener questions and comments all come your way in episode 381.

West Virginia Football - John Thornton Visits (Episode 380) Jun 01, 2022

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John Thornton is calm as the sports world around him is chaotic.
The former Mountaineer and NFL veteran, turned player agent, has cause to celebrate. He recently negotiated the largest signing bonus for a defensive-back in NFL history.
That $84 million dollar contract is just one of many topics the "Guys" talk about in this episode.
The WVU Hall-of-Fame member also shares his thoughts on the current state of the Mountaineer program and the new world of name, image and likeness.
Listener questions and comments complete the show.

Three Guys Before The Game - Mike Patrick Visits (Episode 378) May 24, 2022

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The game was over. He walked into an empty broadcast booth at Mountaineer Field and screamed. (He really screamed)
That's how Clarksburg native and retired ESPN play-by-play announcer Mike Patrick dealt with No. 2 West Virginia's 13-9 upset loss to the Pitt Panthers in 2007.
Patrick had just broadcast the game, and like all Mountaineer fans, was in stunned disbelief.
That memory is just one of many Patrick shares with the "Guys" in this episode.
How did Patrick become one of the most respected voices in broadcasting? Who are his broadcast heroes? And, what would make him return to the booth?

Three Guys Before The Game - Wes Ours Visits (Episode 378) May 16, 2022

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At somewhere between 285 and 300 pounds, Wes Ours steamrolled down the sideline to score the first touchdown in Don Nehlen's last-ever football game.
It remains one of the most iconic plays in West Virginia football history.
The "Wes Express" keyed WVU to a Music City Bowl victory over Ole Miss. More than two decades later, Wes Ours is still involved in the game he loves.
In this episode, Ours joins Brad Howe and Tony Caridi to discuss his career. The self-described "military brat" lived in Germany, Hawaii, Texas and Colorado before settling in Maryland for his final years of high school.
It's a walk down memory lane filled with fun stories and insight.
Join the "Guys" next week when they visit Clarksburg native and award-winning play-by-play announcer Mike Patrick.

West Virginia Basketball - Dale Blaney Visits (Episode 377) May 12, 2022

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Magic Johnson fired the ball to Dale Blaney. The rookie guard for the Los Angeles Lakers zipped the ball to Kareem Abdul Jabbar who quickly spun and lofted his patented skyhook.
Magic to Blaney to Jabbar. (Swish)
It sounds and looked good, but it just didn't feel right.
The future WVU hall of fame selection walked away from the Lakers? His true love was auto racing.
On this episode, the under-recruited native of East Hartford, Ohio gives insight to his career and the decisions that he's made.
Why did he choose WVU? Was racing always in his future plans? The answers to those and many more come to you on episode 377.

West Virginia University Basketball - Lowes Moore Visits (Episode 376) May 09, 2022

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The Mountaineer assistant coach did what? (Did he really do that?)
You'll never guess how and where WVU great Lowes Moore signed his national letter of intent.
If you like stories, this is your podcast.
More than 40 years after his final game in Morgantown, Lowes Moore still hears the Coliseum crowd. That's the reason he chose West Virginia.
How did Bob Huggins treat the freshman Lowes Moore? How did a coaching change impact his career?
Join the "Guys" for a fun and insightful look back at one of the all-time great careers in WVU history.

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