West Virginia sports fans, get ready for The Shotgun/Throwdown, your daily roundup of Mountaineers sports news with a touch of humor. In the world of football, Coach Rodriguez and AD Wren Baker are pushing for the approval of bills to enhance NIL opportunities for college athletes in the state. Meanwhile, the WVU football roster saw 24 deletions, and Rodriguez got emotional while singing “Country Roads” at the spring showcase.
On the baseball diamond, first baseman Grant Hussey showcased his defensive skills in a recent game, while basketball coach Ross Hodge is building a tough and gritty team reminiscent of Houston. There are changes in store for the Mountaineers, as forward DeAndre Thomas and Brenen Lorient transfer from North Texas to West Virginia, and Loghan Johnson commits to the women’s basketball team from Texas Tech.
In professional sports news, Miles McBride is making an impact for the New York Knicks, while the Las Vegas Raiders sign QB Geno Smith to a multi-year extension. Kyzir White’s potential return to the Arizona Cardinals is discussed, and the St. Louis Cardinals are excited about former Mountaineer athlete Victor Scott II. Stay tuned for updates on golf, the Masters, and the upcoming NFL Draft.
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