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MetroNews Sportsline

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Thousands of West Virginians enjoy their dinner or drive home with Kyle Wiggs and crew on the MetroNews Statewide Sportsline. The programs goal is quite simple: To inform and entertain sports fans wanting their daily fix of Mountain State sports news. Mountaineer fans are guaranteed their doctor recommended daily dosage of news from the land of Gold and Blue. Sportsline is one of the charter progr... more

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Latest Episodes

Coach Hunter live from Charlotte with a final UVa - WVU preview; high school football preview from the biggest games around the state

WVU senior lineman Nick Krahe joins the Sports Line.

UVA perspective from Virginia Sports Radio Network analyst Ahmad Hawkins.

Comments from WVU Defensive Coordinator Zac Alley.

UVA preview with Greg Madia of the Daily Progress in Charlottesville.

Comments from WVU Head football coach Rich Rodriguez out from of UVA matchup.

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Recent Guests

Greg Madia
Virginia-based sports writer, preview guest
The Daily Progress
Episode: Sportsline for Monday September 14, 2026
Ahmaud Hawkins
UVA radio crew member
UVA
Episode: Sportsline for Monday September 14, 2026
Jason Simpson
Head coach at UT Martin
UT Martin
Episode: Sportsline For Sunday September 13, 2026
Chris Gray
Former West Virginia Mountaineer quarterback, memory of 9/11 victims
West Virginia University
Episode: Sportsline for Friday, September 11, 2026
Eric Fetty
Head football coach, Cabell Midland
Cabell Midland High School
Episode: Sportsline for Thursday September 10, 2026
Ryan Beard
Head coach, Coastal Carolina
Coastal Carolina University
Episode: Sportsline For Sunday September 6, 2026
Ashton Woods
Linebacker, West Virginia University
West Virginia University
Episode: Sportsline for Thursday September 3, 2026
Nick Krahe
Offensive lineman, West Virginia University
West Virginia University
Episode: Sportsline for Thursday September 3, 2026
Luke Wiggs
Field reporter covering Eastern Panhandle weather and games
WEPM Radio / Panhandle News Network
Episode: Sportsline for Thursday August 27, 2026

Hosts

Greg Hunter
Co-host/analyst; provides commentary and questions; long-time metroNews sports host
Travis Jones
Co-host of the show; contributes to on-air discussions
Kyle Wiggs
Host of the program; leading voice on WVU sports; often introduces segments
Brad Howe
Co-host; analyst and sponsor read contributor

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 107 ratings
  • Great show, good info

    Great show, helps keep me connected to WV while living out of the state. Can we turn Coach Hunter’s microphone up? He is always hard to hesr

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nixonwvu
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great show

    Podcast Addict
    5
    MaggleJones
    4 years ago
  • Always Connected

    Being a WVU alum in Pittsburgh, it’s great to have a resource like Tony and the guys to keep tabs on what’s going on at WVU and in the Mountain State.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BJW_13
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate staying connected to WVU via weekly updates and insight from local hosts.
Some feedback requests louder microphone levels for certain speakers.
Pod has strong WVU pride and community focus, with on-site reporting adding credibility.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Sportsline For Sunday September 13, 2026
Q: What were Rich Rodriguez's initial thoughts on the WVU win over UT Martin?
He said the offense was efficient and sharp in places, they played a lot of players which helps with depth, and there are areas to improve on the defense that will be addressed after watching film.
Sportsline for Friday August 21, 2026
Q: What are some of the things you have to teach them to make them better pass protectors?
The coach stresses a combination of positioning, explosion, hand technique, and overall fundamentals, noting Bill Walsh's advice that teaching pass protection is crucial for any back to succeed at the highest level.
Sportsline for Friday August 21, 2026
Q: Can you evaluate that just strictly by the numbers?
The coach explains that depth-chart decisions rely on multiple factors beyond raw stats, including practice performance, situational readiness, and how players perform in key scrimmage scenarios.
Sportsline For Sunday August 23, 2026
Q: How is the competition shaping up at the kicker position?
The hosts explain that Jack Cassidy and Nate Flower are ahead, with Peter still catching up; a winner may emerge in the next week as camps continue, and depth is a focus for kickoff and overall kicking duties.
Sportsline for Wednesday August 26, 2026
Q: Coach, let's talk about your team here a little bit as you get ready to kick this thing off about 24 hours from now. What do you think you know about your team as we sit here today with that game coming up tomorrow?
They've prepared very well, with a veteran staff, experienced players, and a mostly settled lineup. There have been only a few changes, and the team is focused on execution and learning from the opener.

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Frequently Asked Questions About MetroNews Sportsline

What is MetroNews Sportsline about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A regional sports-focused show covers West Virginia University athletics and broader college sports with a strong emphasis on football and basketball. Across episodes, hosts guide discussions on camp updates, roster depth, transfer rules, NIL, conference realignment, and sponsor integrations, often pairing studio analysis with on-site reporting from around the state. Notable segments include in-depth coaching perspectives, player spotlights, and local high school coverage, creating a comprehensive picture of WVU sports culture and the surrounding college sports ecosystem. The format blends practical game preparation talk, policy debates affecting rosters, and community-minded reporting, making it useful for listeners who want both informed ... more

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Recent guests on MetroNews Sportsline include:

1. Greg Madia
2. Ahmaud Hawkins
3. Jason Simpson
4. Chris Gray
5. Eric Fetty
6. Ryan Beard
7. Ashton Woods
8. Nick Krahe

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