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Country Roads Confidential: A WVU Mountaineers podcast

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West Virginia Mountaineers
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Chris Anderson and Mike Casazza of EerSports.com take you inside West Virginia Mountaineers athletics.

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Latest Episodes

The Mountaineers have the opportunity they've been waiting for, but it's been even longer since they won a game like this.

The man in charge of WVU sports dishes on facilities, fundraising, flight tracking and much more.

WVU's defense is raising panic levels ahead of Saturday's game against Virginia.

Quick thought and critiques after the Mountaineers move to 2-0.

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Recent Guests

Wren Baker
Director of Athletics at West Virginia University
West Virginia University
Episode: Catching up with WVU AD Wren Baker
Andrew Corbett
Basketball contributor and discussion participant
Country Roads Confidential
Episode: Monday Morning Q&A: Sweet with some heat
Justin Oney
Pitching coach for the West Virginia Mountaineers
West Virginia Mountaineers Baseball
Episode: Justin Oney pitches offseason updates
Josh Boutwell
General Manager, Troy Messenger
The Troy Messenger
Episode: Previewing WVU vs. Troy in Omaha
Cole Parke
Familiar WVU baseball contributor joining the podcast for the first time
Kentucky baseball coverage (247/The Cats' Paws)
Episode: Previewing Kentucky and Binghamton with Cole Parke
Griffin Lamphier
Griffin Lamphier of Demon Deacon Digest, Wake Forest baseball analyst
Demon Deacon Digest / Wake Forest
Episode: WVU Regional Preview - Wake Forest with Griffin Lamphier
Chansen Cole
New right-handed pitcher transferring from Newberry College
West Virginia baseball program
Episode: Karate kicking it with Chansen Cole
Nathaniel Rory
Director of Technology, Analytics and Player Evaluation for WVU Baseball
WVU Baseball
Episode: The analytical WVU baseball preview
Alyssa Hertel
Sports journalist from the Des Moines Register, covering high school sports and Drake basketball.
Des Moines Register
Episode: Alyssa Hertel introduces us to Darian DeVries

Hosts

Mike Casazza
Host and co-host with insider WVU football analysis and coverage on EerSports.com, regularly contributing deep-dive takes and practical critique.
Chris Anderson
Co-host providing football analysis with WVU athletics focus, known for candid, knowledgeable commentary and strategic game insights.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 251 ratings
  • Candid & Blunt

    I am a WVU podcast junkie. I rarely miss any of the good ones, i.e. Three Guys Before The Game, Metro news, Sportsline, Sunday Sportsline, and occasionally In The Gun. This podcast is the go to for candid and forthright commentary. Nobody knows the Mountaineers inside and out better than these guys. They occasionally get too far into the weeds, but I’m willing to listen to that to get the good stuff. Kudos to Chris and Mike.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Adub and Alldub
    United Statesa year ago
  • Realistic and Informative

    Mike and Chris do a good job and offer solid insight. 3 Guys continues to go downhill with all the Neal Brown excuses. It’s so bad it’s actually funny.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Bad Jed
    United States2 years ago
  • Enough

    Quit making excuses for Neal Brown. That’s enough of the excuses for him.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    music listener 75
    United States2 years ago
  • Seriously?

    It’s sad if this is the best WVU podcast. Proud WV born and bred gal… I expected much better.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    GretchenR2003
    United States2 years ago
  • Best WVU Podcast Out There

    Chris and Mike are the best, and it’s not particularly close. Always the first listen among my podcasts when I see there’s a new one. Keep up the good work guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andrew Fluharty
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the inline fan interaction and historical context.
Hard-hitting WVU coverage with no-nonsense takes.
Insightful, candid WVU sports analysis that fans trust.
Some episodes skew very technical, which may be deep for casual listeners.

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Justin Oney pitches offseason updates
Q: What does the program look for in a high school pitcher beyond raw velocity?
They prioritize how a pitcher handles the game, their ability to manage the moment, and overall aptitude for competing under pressure, not just velocity. They also consider arm slot consistency, delivery, and their ability to adapt to coaching across the fall.
Monday morning Q&A: Overdue and under pressure
Q: Is WVU more likely to be a top SEC candidate than others if a westward expansion is avoided?
Yes, WVU is often viewed as a leading option among non-western schools due to regional fit, football identity, and historical rivalries, making it a likely candidate if the SEC prioritizes regional alignment over distant blocks.
Monday morning Q&A: Overdue and under pressure
Q: Who would WVU consider above or on par with WVU for potential SEC inclusion?
Strong candidates discussed include North Carolina, Clemson, Miami, Florida State, and possibly Notre Dame in discussions of national alignment, with WVU often positioned as a top contender among “middle-to-top tier” options depending on how conferences reconfigure.
Monday morning Q&A: Overdue and under pressure
Q: What are the options for WVU regarding switching conferences, and why might freezing membership be intriguing?
Options include remaining in the Big 12, pursuing a move to the SEC or ACC, or leveraging a freeze to gain stability; the intrigue lies in balancing safety from poaching against the potential for greater long-term gains from realignment.
Monday morning Q&A: Overdue and under pressure
Q: Would WVU favor Power 4 League membership being frozen via the Protect College Sports Act or oppose freezing membership?
They view it as a complex gamble with significant consequences for WVU's security and potential elevation to better leagues, recognizing that freezing membership could limit growth opportunities but might protect WVU from poaching by larger conferences.

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Seasoned WVU athletics analysis with a focus on football and broader Mountaineer sports. Episodes typically cover quarterback decisions, transfer portal dynamics, roster depth, fundraising and NIL implications, conference realignment, and sponsorships, all with insider insights and candid banter between two longtime West Virginia sports journalists. A consistent throughline is practical, data-informed takes on on-field performance and program strategy, balanced with historical context and a no-nonsense, fan-facing perspective that appeals to hardcore Mountaineer followers while still accessible to casual listeners. The show stands out for its blunt, opinionated style, depth of WVU knowledge, and willingness to tackle controversial topics he... more

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