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  • 3 Guys Before The Game - WVU Baseball - The Greatest Season Ever (Episode 724)

    3 Guys Before The Game - WVU Baseball - The Greatest Season Ever (Episode 724)
    2026/06/18
    The greatest season in West Virginia University baseball history has reached its conclusion.

    Over the course of four remarkable months, the 2026 Mountaineers accomplished what no team in the previous 134 seasons had ever achieved. They won the program’s first College World Series game, captured the imagination of an entire state and elevated WVU baseball to a level once thought unattainable.

    The sting of elimination in Omaha will eventually fade. The memories, milestones and momentum created by this team will not.

    In this episode, the “Guys” reflect on a season unlike any other and discuss what this historic run means for the baseball program, the University and West Virginia itself.

    Hoppy delivers his Obvious Observations, Brad brings a season-ending edition of Spreads on Stats, and listener comments and questions complete the show during Textual Healing.

    The fellas return next week with a special episode featuring WVU quarterback Michael Hawkins.
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    1 時間 15 分
  • 3 Guys Before The Game - WVU Baseball Topped By Tar Heels (Episode 723)

    3 Guys Before The Game - WVU Baseball Topped By Tar Heels (Episode 723)
    2026/06/15
    The challenge is familiar. The stakes have never been higher.

    West Virginia’s quest for a national championship took an unexpected turn Sunday when North Carolina handed the Mountaineers a loss that leaves no margin for error. To reach the College World Series championship series, WVU must now win three consecutive elimination games.

    It’s a scenario that feels remarkably familiar.

    Just two weeks ago, the Mountaineers found themselves in a similar position after dropping their second game of the NCAA Regional in Morgantown. What followed was one of the most memorable stretches in program history.

    Now, another chapter awaits.

    In this episode, the “Guys” dissect Sunday’s setback, explain what went wrong and examine what West Virginia must do to keep its season alive when it faces Troy on Tuesday afternoon.

    Hoppy delivers his Obvious Observations, Brad brings another edition of Spreads on Stats, and the crew looks ahead to what could be another remarkable run.

    The “Guys” return Wednesday with a complete recap of the elimination showdown against Troy.
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    47 分
  • 3 Guys Before the Game - WVU Baseball Topples Troy (Episode 722)

    3 Guys Before the Game - WVU Baseball Topples Troy (Episode 722)
    2026/06/13
    Before anyone had finished settling into their seats in Omaha, West Virginia had already announced its arrival.

    The Mountaineers made history Friday afternoon by earning the program’s first-ever College World Series victory, defeating a resiliet Troy squad, 7-5, in a game packed with momentum swings, clutch hits and unforgettable moments.

    From a daring steal of home in the opening inning to another display of the lineup’s remarkable depth, WVU once again found contributions from throughout the roster. Big hits came from unexpected places, and Division II transfer Ian Korn delivered the longest outing of his season to secure the biggest win of his career.

    In this episode, the “Guys” break down a memorable day in Omaha and explain why this Mountaineer team continues to prove that its greatest strength is the collective effort of the entire roster.

    The victory sends West Virginia into the winner’s bracket of the College World Series, where an even greater opportunity awaits on Sunday.

    As always, the conversation includes Hoppy’s Obvious Observations and the story of an incredible Mountaineer fan's trip to Omaha.
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    47 分
  • 3 Guys Before The Game - WVU Baseball Omaha Edition (Episode 721)

    3 Guys Before The Game - WVU Baseball Omaha Edition (Episode 721)
    2026/06/11
    The dream that once seemed distant is now reality.

    For the first time in program history, West Virginia has arrived in Omaha.

    The Mountaineers took the field Thursday at Charles Schwab Field to begin preparations for their College World Series debut, a milestone moment decades in the making.

    Friday afternoon, WVU opens play against Troy in the first game of the 2026 College World Series. It’s the first CWS appearance for both programs and the next chapter in a season that has already rewritten the Mountaineer record book.

    In this episode, the “Guys” welcome three guests who have shared a front-row seat to West Virginia’s remarkable journey. Former Major League standout and WVU Special Assistant to the Head Coach Jed Gyorko joins the conversation, along with Mountaineer Sports Network broadcasters Andrew Caridi and Jake Weghorst.

    Together, they provide unique perspective, behind-the-scenes stories, and firsthand insight into the team, the atmosphere, and the significance of West Virginia’s historic arrival in Omaha.

    It’s an informative, entertaining, and unforgettable preview of the biggest weekend in Mountaineer baseball history.
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    1 時間 4 分
  • 3 Guys Before The Game - WVU Baseball Omaha Bound (Episode 720)

    3 Guys Before The Game - WVU Baseball Omaha Bound (Episode 720)
    2026/06/09
    The storybook season for the West Virginia University baseball team is ready for its next chapter.

    After a historic run through the regular season, NCAA Regional and Super Regional play, the Mountaineers head to Omaha for the first College World Series appearance in school history.

    WVU opens CWS play Friday afternoon against Troy in a matchup featuring two programs making their College World Series debut.

    In this episode, the “Guys” break down the remarkable road to Omaha, revisit the defining moments that made history and examine what it will take for the Mountaineers to continue their championship chase.

    Hoppy delivers his Obvious Observations, listener questions fuel Textual Healing, and the crew looks ahead to what could be an unforgettable week on college baseball’s biggest stage.

    The next episode of 3 Guys Before The Game will be recorded from Omaha and released Thursday.
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    1 時間 18 分
  • 3 Guys Before The Game - WVU Baseball - History Has A Home Field (Episode 719)

    3 Guys Before The Game - WVU Baseball - History Has A Home Field (Episode 719)
    2026/06/02
    June baseball was once a dream in Morgantown. Now, it’s reality.

    The most remarkable season in West Virginia baseball history added another unforgettable chapter Monday night when the Mountaineers outlasted Kentucky in extra innings to capture the NCAA Regional Championship.

    The victory capped a four-day test of endurance, resilience, and belief. Facing elimination and mounting pressure, WVU answered every challenge with three consecutive wins in the most dramatic fashion imaginable.

    Now, the reward is historic.

    For the first time ever, West Virginia University will host an NCAA Super Regional. Standing between the Mountaineers and their first trip to the College World Series is Cal Poly, which arrives in Morgantown this weekend for a best-of-three series with a place in Omaha on the line.

    In this episode, the “Guys” are joined by WVU head coach Steve Sabins for an inside look at a program-defining weekend. Sabins breaks down the key moments, pivotal decisions, and relentless mindset that carried the Mountaineers through one of the most memorable stretches in school history.

    Two wins away from Omaha, West Virginia’s dream season continues.
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    49 分
  • 3 Guys Before The Game - WVU Baseball Player Brodie Kresser Visits (Episode 717)

    3 Guys Before The Game - WVU Baseball Player Brodie Kresser Visits (Episode 717)
    2026/05/26
    Brodie Kresser’s journey to West Virginia University baseball is proof that big dreams can grow from small-town roots.

    The Iowa native arrived in Morgantown after a winding path that included a small high school program and junior college baseball, but aggressive recruiting from Mountaineer coach Steve Sabins convinced Kresser that WVU was the perfect fit.

    Three seasons later, the decision has paid off in a big way. Kresser has become one of the leaders of a Mountaineer team preparing to host an NCAA Regional before what promises to be a sold-out crowd at Kendrick Family Ballpark.

    In this episode, the “Guys” dive into Kresser’s baseball journey, his competitive approach to the game and the role that family and faith have played throughout his career.

    The crew also discusses the growing excitement surrounding WVU baseball as postseason play arrives in Morgantown.

    Listener questions and comments complete the episode during Textual Healing.
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    1 時間 23 分
  • 3 Guys Before The Game - A Conversation with WVU Football General Manager Chuck Lillie (Episode 716)

    3 Guys Before The Game - A Conversation with WVU Football General Manager Chuck Lillie (Episode 716)
    2026/05/19
    College football’s transformation is complete.

    Today’s major programs operate with an NFL-style structure, where roster management, personnel evaluation, and player retention have become year-round priorities. The role of general manager is no longer optional — it’s essential.

    In this episode, the “Guys” take you inside the evolving world of college football with WVU General Manager Chuck Lillie. From roster construction and recruiting strategy to the transfer portal and NIL realities, Lillie provides a revealing look at how the Mountaineers are building their program for the 2026 season.

    It’s an insightful and eye-opening conversation that explains how modern college football really works behind the scenes.
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    1 時間 10 分