Daily West Virginia Sports Roundup: The Shotgun/Throwdown
Welcome to your latest edition of The Shotgun/Throwdown, your go-to source for West Virginia sports news — sprinkled with some humor and the day’s distractions. Let’s dive into today’s highlights!
In basketball, the latest episode of the Unreasonable Doubt podcast features Andrew Corbett from EerSports. They cover everything from Braydon Hawthorne’s prospects to unannounced commits and the current roster favorites, focusing on the needs for WVU’s remaining spots.
Football prospects are taking center stage, with anonymous Big 12 coaches sharing cautious projections for the Mountaineers. However, observers acknowledge the influence of Rich Rodriguez’s strategies within the program. Meanwhile, a fun exploration through ChatGPT offers a simulated breakdown of what the 2025 football season might hold for WVU.
In baseball, head coach Sabins faces critical decisions regarding starting pitchers, but he remains confident in Kirn and Kartsonas as they gear up for the Clemson Regional. The Mountaineers are set to face off against Kentucky, marking their first matchup since a tough loss two years ago.
On the track, six Mountaineers are ready to compete in the NCAA East First Rounds, beginning today in Jacksonville, showcasing their athletic prowess.
Meanwhile, Geno Smith is receiving top quarterback praise in offseason discussions, and West Virginia alum JJ Quinerly is finding her footing in the WNBA, scoring five points in a recent win.
In other news, former WVU coach Josh Eilert has landed an assistant position at Wichita State, and the Big 12 is transitioning back to an 18-game basketball schedule after experimenting with 20 games.
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