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Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7]]>enBasketballCopyright Taylor Kennedyhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d50df4722f5a142e43154462dd523682.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hoops-across-the-mountain-state--4600704Tue, 12 Mar 2024 18:45:59 +0000Taylor KennedyTaylor Kennedytkennedy4499@gmail.comHoops Across the Mountain State unlocks different basketball stories across the great state of West Virginia. Taylor Kennedy, the host, interviews older and younger basketball personalities from WV. Come along on this journey as we unpack the rich...
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Hunter Moles, the Charleston Catholic boy's head basketball coach, Michael Jebbia, the Wheeling Park boy's head basketball coach, and Ronnie Olson, the Shady Spring boy's head basketball coach, join Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter.

They discussed building a program, loyalty, the new transfer rule, the four class system, and much more!

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Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53655386Wed, 26 Apr 2023 18:21:13 +0000Taylor KennedyWe heard from three girl's basketball coaches last week. However, let's flip the script, what do a few boy's basketball coaches think about various topics surrounding the sport they love? Hunter Moles, the Charleston Catholic boy's head basketball...
Hunter Moles, the Charleston Catholic boy's head basketball coach, Michael Jebbia, the Wheeling Park boy's head basketball coach, and Ronnie Olson, the Shady Spring boy's head basketball coach, join Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter.

They discussed building a program, loyalty, the new transfer rule, the four class system, and much more!

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What are coaches thinking and saying about those topics, among many others? What changes need to occur?

Jamie LaMaster, long-time George Washington girl's head basketball coach, John Kennedy, the Ripley Vikings girl's head basketball coach, and Pat Jones, the Nitro Wildcats girl's head basketball coach, join Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, for the inaugural girl's basketball roundtable.

Among the other topics that were discussed, one that remains a consistent thought with Taylor is, "Is girl's basketball in West Virginia having a moment?"

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Follow Taylor on Twitter - @Taylor_Kennedy7]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53583243Wed, 19 Apr 2023 16:30:20 +0000Taylor KennedyThere has been a lot of news revolving around high school athletics in West Virginia, especially in girl's and boy's basketball. The constant news regards what is going on in the high school transfer portal and the four-class system. What are coaches...
What are coaches thinking and saying about those topics, among many others? What changes need to occur?

Jamie LaMaster, long-time George Washington girl's head basketball coach, John Kennedy, the Ripley Vikings girl's head basketball coach, and Pat Jones, the Nitro Wildcats girl's head basketball coach, join Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, for the inaugural girl's basketball roundtable.

Among the other topics that were discussed, one that remains a consistent thought with Taylor is, "Is girl's basketball in West Virginia having a moment?"

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Bernie has been the executive director of the WVSSAC since 2016. He joined us last year to discuss ongoing topics in high school athletics. Well, there is more to discuss this year.

Bernie joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, to discuss many topics, including the high school transfer portal, reclassification, the state tournament, and more!

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Who do you want to hear from this summer?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53454621Wed, 05 Apr 2023 19:57:01 +0000Taylor KennedyWe kick off our summer interview series with an interview with the executive director of the WVSSAC, Bernie Dolan. Bernie has been the executive director of the WVSSAC since 2016. He joined us last year to discuss ongoing topics in high school...
Bernie has been the executive director of the WVSSAC since 2016. He joined us last year to discuss ongoing topics in high school athletics. Well, there is more to discuss this year.

Bernie joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, to discuss many topics, including the high school transfer portal, reclassification, the state tournament, and more!

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Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, was joined by four student-athletes representing their respective class.

Taylor was joined by Brody Davis, a Morgantown shooting guard, Emma Freels, a junior guard at North Marion, Sal Dean, a senior guard for Chapmanville, and Ashlynn Van Tassel, a forward for Cameron.

Much was discussed, including what made each state's title runs special, what each title meant for their respective communities, and more.

The summer interview series is right around the corner! Who would you want to hear from this summer?

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Follow Taylor Kennedy on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53299810Wed, 22 Mar 2023 17:51:42 +0000Taylor KennedyThe 2022-23 West Virginia High School Basketball season is officially over. Eight champions were crowned over two weekends at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center. Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, was joined by four...
Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, was joined by four student-athletes representing their respective class.

Taylor was joined by Brody Davis, a Morgantown shooting guard, Emma Freels, a junior guard at North Marion, Sal Dean, a senior guard for Chapmanville, and Ashlynn Van Tassel, a forward for Cameron.

Much was discussed, including what made each state's title runs special, what each title meant for their respective communities, and more.

The summer interview series is right around the corner! Who would you want to hear from this summer?

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Taylor Kennedy, the host & @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, gets you geared up for this week's boy's high school basketball tournament at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center.

Taylor is joined by Josh Daniel, the South Charleston Black Eagles boy's head coach, Ronnie Olson, the Shady Spring Tigers boy's head coach, Mick Price, the Ravenswood Red Devils boy's head coach, and Billy Zuspan, the Wahama White Falcons boy's head coach.

Below are the time stamps for each of the following coaches:

0:00-19:27 - Josh Daniel (South Charleston)

19:29-42:44 - Ronnie Olson (Shady Spring)

42:46-1:04:40 - Mick Price (Ravenswood)

1:04:42-1:24:21 - Billy Zuspan (Wahama)

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Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53190573Tue, 14 Mar 2023 12:00:03 +0000Taylor KennedyHere we are... the final week of the 2022-23 high school basketball season in West Virginia. There are 32 teams remaining, but there can only be four crowned champions. Taylor Kennedy, the host & @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, gets you geared up...
Taylor Kennedy, the host & @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, gets you geared up for this week's boy's high school basketball tournament at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center.

Taylor is joined by Josh Daniel, the South Charleston Black Eagles boy's head coach, Ronnie Olson, the Shady Spring Tigers boy's head coach, Mick Price, the Ravenswood Red Devils boy's head coach, and Billy Zuspan, the Wahama White Falcons boy's head coach.

Below are the time stamps for each of the following coaches:

0:00-19:27 - Josh Daniel (South Charleston)

19:29-42:44 - Ronnie Olson (Shady Spring)

42:46-1:04:40 - Mick Price (Ravenswood)

1:04:42-1:24:21 - Billy Zuspan (Wahama)

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A few teams are back in the state tournament for the first time in A LONG TIME.

Amrit Rayfield, the Elkins Tigers boy's head basketball coach, and Ty Holmes, the Huntington Highlanders boy's head basketball coach, join the program.

Coach Rayfield and the Tigers are back in state tournament for the first time since 2000. What is different about this year's team? What does making the state tournament mean for Elkins? How did the Tigers' difficult schedule prepare them for the postseason?

Coach Holmes discusses his team's success by entering the state tournament as the No. 5 seed in Class AAAA. Who has stepped up for him? How important was the second half of the season for Huntington?

Follow Taylor Kennedy, the host, on Twitter - @Taylor_Kennedy7]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53159904Fri, 10 Mar 2023 17:04:49 +0000Taylor KennedyWe are on day four of the girl's state high school basketball tournament in Charleston. However, the boys' regional play concluded last night, and we have our schedule and seeding for each of the four classes. A few teams are back in the state...
A few teams are back in the state tournament for the first time in A LONG TIME.

Amrit Rayfield, the Elkins Tigers boy's head basketball coach, and Ty Holmes, the Huntington Highlanders boy's head basketball coach, join the program.

Coach Rayfield and the Tigers are back in state tournament for the first time since 2000. What is different about this year's team? What does making the state tournament mean for Elkins? How did the Tigers' difficult schedule prepare them for the postseason?

Coach Holmes discusses his team's success by entering the state tournament as the No. 5 seed in Class AAAA. Who has stepped up for him? How important was the second half of the season for Huntington?

Follow Taylor Kennedy, the host, on Twitter - @Taylor_Kennedy7]]>2290falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-139-the-girl-s-state-tournament-preview--53116644
Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, prepares you for an action-packed week.

Four girls' coaches join Taylor on today's episode.

In the first segment, the Spring Valley head coach Larry Bo Miller stops by to chat about his team. What does it mean for this year's Timberwolves team to make the state tournament? What is different about SV since the first game?

In the second segment, the veteran North Marion girl's head coach, Mike Parrish, joins Taylor. He discusses his team's success lately, as the Huskies have made the state tournament in 14 of the last 16 seasons. He also previews North Marions' first-round matchup against Hampshire.


Roberta Olejasz, the Wheeling Central girl's head coach, joins the third segment to discuss her squad's 4 vs 5 matchup against Charleston Catholic. How will the Maroon Knights slow down the Irish? What has impressed Coach Olejasz throughout this season?

Dave Helmick, the Tucker County Mountain Lions head coach, rounds out the podcast by discussing Tucker County's success as the Mountain Lions have made the state tournament for the 19th consecutive season. How much of a difference has Kadie Colebank made to this year's team, and where is she different this season?

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Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53116644Tue, 07 Mar 2023 13:00:02 +0000Taylor KennedyIt is crazy to think we are at the state tournament portion of the girls' high school basketball season. 32 teams remaining across all four classes, and this week should provide for stellar competition and individual plus team performances. Taylor...
Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, prepares you for an action-packed week.

Four girls' coaches join Taylor on today's episode.

In the first segment, the Spring Valley head coach Larry Bo Miller stops by to chat about his team. What does it mean for this year's Timberwolves team to make the state tournament? What is different about SV since the first game?

In the second segment, the veteran North Marion girl's head coach, Mike Parrish, joins Taylor. He discusses his team's success lately, as the Huskies have made the state tournament in 14 of the last 16 seasons. He also previews North Marions' first-round matchup against Hampshire.


Roberta Olejasz, the Wheeling Central girl's head coach, joins the third segment to discuss her squad's 4 vs 5 matchup against Charleston Catholic. How will the Maroon Knights slow down the Irish? What has impressed Coach Olejasz throughout this season?

Dave Helmick, the Tucker County Mountain Lions head coach, rounds out the podcast by discussing Tucker County's success as the Mountain Lions have made the state tournament for the 19th consecutive season. How much of a difference has Kadie Colebank made to this year's team, and where is she different this season?

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Mel Stephens, Veteran Boy's Head Basketball Coach at Wheeling Central, stops by to discuss his team's youth and how they have dealt with different battle scars this season. He also gives his opinion on SB 262, the one-time transfer bill. Also, how has he seen West Virginia high school basketball evolve into what it is today?

Chad Meador, the Summer County Girl's Head Basketball coach, joins the program to discuss his team's success this season. The Lady Bobcats will compete in their sectional final this evening. Who has stepped up for Summers County to get the team to where it is today? How has basketball changed over the year's down in the southern coalfields?

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Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get your podcast, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52843237Fri, 24 Feb 2023 20:35:08 +0000Taylor KennedyIt is crazy to think that the girls' sectional play and the boys' regular season are almost over! However, that only means the state tournaments are right around the corner! Mel Stephens, Veteran Boy's Head Basketball Coach at Wheeling Central, stops...
Mel Stephens, Veteran Boy's Head Basketball Coach at Wheeling Central, stops by to discuss his team's youth and how they have dealt with different battle scars this season. He also gives his opinion on SB 262, the one-time transfer bill. Also, how has he seen West Virginia high school basketball evolve into what it is today?

Chad Meador, the Summer County Girl's Head Basketball coach, joins the program to discuss his team's success this season. The Lady Bobcats will compete in their sectional final this evening. Who has stepped up for Summers County to get the team to where it is today? How has basketball changed over the year's down in the southern coalfields?

Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7

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Teams are beginning to make a late push for the state tournament field across all four classes.

Richard Lewis, the Jefferson Cougars boy's head basketball coach, and Jamie LaMaster, the George Washington Lady Patriots girl's head basketball coach, stop by on today's episode.

How are both teams following key mid-season losses? How have certain players taken the reins and run? What needs to happen to make that late-season push?

Coach LaMaster also gives his thoughts regarding Senate Bill 262, the one-time transfer rule for high school student-athletes.

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Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52596627Tue, 31 Jan 2023 17:07:25 +0000Taylor KennedyDon't look now, but we are a few weeks away from the beginning of postseason play. Teams are beginning to make a late push for the state tournament field across all four classes. Richard Lewis, the Jefferson Cougars boy's head basketball coach, and...
Teams are beginning to make a late push for the state tournament field across all four classes.

Richard Lewis, the Jefferson Cougars boy's head basketball coach, and Jamie LaMaster, the George Washington Lady Patriots girl's head basketball coach, stop by on today's episode.

How are both teams following key mid-season losses? How have certain players taken the reins and run? What needs to happen to make that late-season push?

Coach LaMaster also gives his thoughts regarding Senate Bill 262, the one-time transfer rule for high school student-athletes.

Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get yours, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

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Kim Davis-Smith, Mingo Central girl's head basketball coach, and Hunter Moles, Charleston Catholic boy's head basketball coach, stop by for today's episode.

Many common topics were discussed, including what has propelled each team to success. How has Charleston Catholic rebounded following a 3-3 start? What is different about Mingo Central this year? What has to happen for both squads moving forward?

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Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get yours, including YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52553130Thu, 26 Jan 2023 17:23:29 +0000Taylor KennedyWe are starting to see separation in the four classes, including Class AA in boys' and girls' basketball. Kim Davis-Smith, Mingo Central girl's head basketball coach, and Hunter Moles, Charleston Catholic boy's head basketball coach, stop by for...
Kim Davis-Smith, Mingo Central girl's head basketball coach, and Hunter Moles, Charleston Catholic boy's head basketball coach, stop by for today's episode.

Many common topics were discussed, including what has propelled each team to success. How has Charleston Catholic rebounded following a 3-3 start? What is different about Mingo Central this year? What has to happen for both squads moving forward?

Follow Taylor Kennedy on Twitter at @Taylor_Kennedy7.

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The Morgantown Mohigans girl's basketball team and Wheeling Park boys' basketball team are having a great 2022-23 season thus far.

Doug Goodwin, the Mohigans girl's head coach, stops by to discuss his first season at the head coaching helm. How has that transition been for him? How helpful have his assistants been during this transition? What needs to happen for the Mohigans moving forward? What has he seen from his impact players?

Michael Jebbia, the Patriots boy's head coach, joins the podcast. He chats about what has led to his team's success, cohesiveness, and what it will take to get back to Charleston. How far has Aiden Davis come in his sophomore year?

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Follow Taylor Kennedy on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52496823Fri, 20 Jan 2023 18:11:05 +0000Taylor KennedyWe have seen numerous North Central-WV and Northern Panhandle teams provide for great individual players and teams. The Morgantown Mohigans girl's basketball team and Wheeling Park boys' basketball team are having a great 2022-23 season thus far....
The Morgantown Mohigans girl's basketball team and Wheeling Park boys' basketball team are having a great 2022-23 season thus far.

Doug Goodwin, the Mohigans girl's head coach, stops by to discuss his first season at the head coaching helm. How has that transition been for him? How helpful have his assistants been during this transition? What needs to happen for the Mohigans moving forward? What has he seen from his impact players?

Michael Jebbia, the Patriots boy's head coach, joins the podcast. He chats about what has led to his team's success, cohesiveness, and what it will take to get back to Charleston. How far has Aiden Davis come in his sophomore year?

Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get yours, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.

Follow Taylor Kennedy on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7]]>1931falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-134-with-wade-williamson-and-derek-mullins--52454369
The Wayne Lady Pioneers and Ripley Vikings are two of those teams. Wayne checks in at 12-0 this season, and Ripley has won its first 10 this season.

Wade Williamson, the Lady Pioneers head basketball coach, and Derek Mullins, the Vikings head basketball coach, join Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7, on Twitter, for the latest edition of Hoops Across the Mountain State.

What has allowed each team to be successful thus far? Who are a few players that have been the most impactful? What has to happen for each team to make it to Charleston?

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Rate and review us!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52454369Mon, 16 Jan 2023 17:02:25 +0000Taylor KennedyEvery team started the season 0-0. However, a few teams still have a 0 in the loss column. The Wayne Lady Pioneers and Ripley Vikings are two of those teams. Wayne checks in at 12-0 this season, and Ripley has won its first 10 this season. Wade...
The Wayne Lady Pioneers and Ripley Vikings are two of those teams. Wayne checks in at 12-0 this season, and Ripley has won its first 10 this season.

Wade Williamson, the Lady Pioneers head basketball coach, and Derek Mullins, the Vikings head basketball coach, join Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7, on Twitter, for the latest edition of Hoops Across the Mountain State.

What has allowed each team to be successful thus far? Who are a few players that have been the most impactful? What has to happen for each team to make it to Charleston?

Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get yours, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Youtube.

Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7

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Scott Sauro, Williamstown Yellowjackets boy's head basketball coach, and Pat Jones, Nitro Wildcats girl's head basketball coach, stop by for today's episode!

There is a similar theme for this episode, which is the youth of both programs. Both teams have relied in one way or another on their young players.

What needs to happen with the youth and the rest of the team moving forward? How can each team build off its early success leading to March?

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Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get your podcasts, including YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52424627Thu, 12 Jan 2023 17:43:02 +0000Taylor KennedyDo not look now, but it is already the 12th day of January. We know... we know... do not exaggerate. However, time is flying by, which means the season is flying by. Scott Sauro, Williamstown Yellowjackets boy's head basketball coach, and Pat Jones,...
Scott Sauro, Williamstown Yellowjackets boy's head basketball coach, and Pat Jones, Nitro Wildcats girl's head basketball coach, stop by for today's episode!

There is a similar theme for this episode, which is the youth of both programs. Both teams have relied in one way or another on their young players.

What needs to happen with the youth and the rest of the team moving forward? How can each team build off its early success leading to March?

Follow Taylor Kennedy on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7.

Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get your podcasts, including YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.]]>2492falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-132-with-jared-patton-and-james-beckman--52355060
Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, returns for another edition of Hoops Across the Mountain State.

Jared Patton, Greenbrier East boy's head basketball coach, and James Beckman, East Fairmont girl's head basketball coach, join the program!

A lot of ground was covered from start to finish with both guests. Many topics like impact players, remaining schedule, prior games, and more were mentioned.

We want to send our continuous thoughts and prayers to Joe Linville, the voice of the Scott Skyhawks. He suffered an accident a few days ago and is recovering now. Great to see him.

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Subscribe to the podcast wherever you find yours, including Youtube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52355060Wed, 04 Jan 2023 21:21:30 +0000Taylor KennedyHappy New Year! The year 2023 should be filled with many emotions, and we are excited to have you come along with us! Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, returns for another edition of Hoops Across the Mountain State. Jared Patton,...
Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, returns for another edition of Hoops Across the Mountain State.

Jared Patton, Greenbrier East boy's head basketball coach, and James Beckman, East Fairmont girl's head basketball coach, join the program!

A lot of ground was covered from start to finish with both guests. Many topics like impact players, remaining schedule, prior games, and more were mentioned.

We want to send our continuous thoughts and prayers to Joe Linville, the voice of the Scott Skyhawks. He suffered an accident a few days ago and is recovering now. Great to see him.

Follow Taylor on Twitter @Taylor_Kennedy7

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John Kennedy, the Ripley Vikings girl's head basketball coach, and Mike Fallon, the Parkersburg South Patriots boy's head basketball coach, join Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter.

Taylor and John discussed Ripley's 7-0 start to the season. What needs to happen for the Lady Vikings to continue this upward trajectory? How do they balance their success with keeping their eye on the prize? What has John seen from Sophie Nichols and McKennan Hall?

Taylor and Mike chat about Parkersburg South wanting to make it back to the state title game. Does Mike like incorporating football and basketball guys? How difficult is finding a rotation with football guys that make a late run in the playoffs? What is different about Cyrus Traugh this season?

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Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52298875Wed, 28 Dec 2022 17:10:01 +0000Taylor KennedyThe final week of 2022 calls for a podcast episode! John Kennedy, the Ripley Vikings girl's head basketball coach, and Mike Fallon, the Parkersburg South Patriots boy's head basketball coach, join Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter. Taylor...
John Kennedy, the Ripley Vikings girl's head basketball coach, and Mike Fallon, the Parkersburg South Patriots boy's head basketball coach, join Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter.

Taylor and John discussed Ripley's 7-0 start to the season. What needs to happen for the Lady Vikings to continue this upward trajectory? How do they balance their success with keeping their eye on the prize? What has John seen from Sophie Nichols and McKennan Hall?

Taylor and Mike chat about Parkersburg South wanting to make it back to the state title game. Does Mike like incorporating football and basketball guys? How difficult is finding a rotation with football guys that make a late run in the playoffs? What is different about Cyrus Traugh this season?

Subscribe to the podcast wherever you find your podcasts, including YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.

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What is going on in Class AA and A? Who are the top teams? Which players should we watch for this year?

In Class AA, Tom Sears, South Harrison boy's head basketball coach, and Brad Napier, Chapmanville boy's head basketball coach, join the program.

In Class A, Matt Sauvage, James Monroe boy's head basketball coach, and Tom Wamsley, Tygarts Valley boy's head basketball coach, chat with Taylor.

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Subscribe to the podcast wherever you find yours, including YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52166031Mon, 12 Dec 2022 18:30:02 +0000Taylor KennedyThe final preview episode of Hoops Across the Mountain State takes place after the first week of the season. It was an exciting first week for boy's high school basketball in West Virginia. What is going on in Class AA and A? Who are the top teams?...
What is going on in Class AA and A? Who are the top teams? Which players should we watch for this year?

In Class AA, Tom Sears, South Harrison boy's head basketball coach, and Brad Napier, Chapmanville boy's head basketball coach, join the program.

In Class A, Matt Sauvage, James Monroe boy's head basketball coach, and Tom Wamsley, Tygarts Valley boy's head basketball coach, chat with Taylor.

Follow Taylor Kennedy on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe to the podcast wherever you find yours, including YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.]]>4150falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-129-boy-s-class-aaaa-aaa-preview--52113992
What should you know in Class AAAA and AAA? Who are a few of the top players and teams in each of the classes?

Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, was joined in the Class AAAA discussion by Dave Tallman, Morgantown Mohigans boy's head basketball coach, and Elijah Redfern, a junior for the Woodrow Wilson Flying Eagles.

Taylor chatted with Amrit Rayfield, Elkins Tigers boy's head basketball coach, and Zach Green, Logan Wildcats boy's head basketball coach, during the Class AAA discussion.

A few main themes were discussed: key players, improvements this off-season, expectations with the new season, and more!

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What should you know in Class AAAA and AAA? Who are a few of the top players and teams in each of the classes?

Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, was joined in the Class AAAA discussion by Dave Tallman, Morgantown Mohigans boy's head basketball coach, and Elijah Redfern, a junior for the Woodrow Wilson Flying Eagles.

Taylor chatted with Amrit Rayfield, Elkins Tigers boy's head basketball coach, and Zach Green, Logan Wildcats boy's head basketball coach, during the Class AAA discussion.

A few main themes were discussed: key players, improvements this off-season, expectations with the new season, and more!

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The preseason polls were released, and the Wyoming East Lady Warriors and Cameron Lady Dragons sat atop their respected classes in Class AA and A.

Angie Boninsegna, Wyoming East girl's head basketball coach, and Holly Pettit, Cameron girl's head basketball coach, join Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter.

They all chatted about how the expectations are high this season because of what each squad returns, what they learned from a season ago that can be applied to this season, a few players to watch out for, making the case for why they are the best in their class, and more.

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The preseason polls were released, and the Wyoming East Lady Warriors and Cameron Lady Dragons sat atop their respected classes in Class AA and A.

Angie Boninsegna, Wyoming East girl's head basketball coach, and Holly Pettit, Cameron girl's head basketball coach, join Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter.

They all chatted about how the expectations are high this season because of what each squad returns, what they learned from a season ago that can be applied to this season, a few players to watch out for, making the case for why they are the best in their class, and more.

Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get yours, including Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and Spotify.]]>2342falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-127-girl-s-class-aaaa-aaa-preview--51991651
Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, combines Class AAAA and AAA for one large preview episode, and this trend will continue throughout the high school basketball previews.

Ryan Young, Wheeling Park girl's head basketball coach, and Randy Templeton, Cabell Midland girl's head basketball coach, join Taylor for the Class AAAA discussion.

Olivia Toland, rising senior guard at North Marion, and Corey Hines, Fairmont Senior girl's head basketball coach, chat with Taylor during the Class AAA discussion.

A general discussion among all the guests. Topics like rising players, players to watch out for, adjusting to new faces, what each of their classes will look like, and more!

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Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, combines Class AAAA and AAA for one large preview episode, and this trend will continue throughout the high school basketball previews.

Ryan Young, Wheeling Park girl's head basketball coach, and Randy Templeton, Cabell Midland girl's head basketball coach, join Taylor for the Class AAAA discussion.

Olivia Toland, rising senior guard at North Marion, and Corey Hines, Fairmont Senior girl's head basketball coach, chat with Taylor during the Class AAA discussion.

A general discussion among all the guests. Topics like rising players, players to watch out for, adjusting to new faces, what each of their classes will look like, and more!

Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe to the podcast wherever you find yours, including YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.]]>3847hoopsacrossthemountainstate,westvirginiahighschoolhoops,wv,wvhshoops,wvprepbbfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-126-fork-union-salem-preview--51852835
Brett Rector, Salem Tigers men's head basketball coach, and Bob Williams, Fork Union Military Academy men's head basketball coach, join the program.

They discussed what they will be looking for in the first few games, the biggest thing they learned last season in their 1st year heading into year No. 2, a few West Virginia native, and more.

Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get yours, including YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.

Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51852835Thu, 10 Nov 2022 17:42:12 +0000Taylor KennedyThe final 2022 hoops preview, and Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, welcomes back two familiar guests. Brett Rector, Salem Tigers men's head basketball coach, and Bob Williams, Fork Union Military Academy men's head basketball coach,...
Brett Rector, Salem Tigers men's head basketball coach, and Bob Williams, Fork Union Military Academy men's head basketball coach, join the program.

They discussed what they will be looking for in the first few games, the biggest thing they learned last season in their 1st year heading into year No. 2, a few West Virginia native, and more.

Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get yours, including YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.

Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7]]>1894falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-125-river-states-conference-preview--51814175
Ryan Arrowood, Rio Grande men's head basketball coach, and George Wilmore, new West Virginia Tech men's head basketball coach, join Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter.

They discussed the upcoming expectations for the 2022-23 season, key players to watch, what has to happen for them to remain success, and much more!

Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get yours, including YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify!

Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51814175Mon, 07 Nov 2022 19:00:36 +0000Taylor KennedyA friend of the program and a new face join the podcast for the River States Conference preview! Ryan Arrowood, Rio Grande men's head basketball coach, and George Wilmore, new West Virginia Tech men's head basketball coach, join Taylor Kennedy,...
Ryan Arrowood, Rio Grande men's head basketball coach, and George Wilmore, new West Virginia Tech men's head basketball coach, join Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter.

They discussed the upcoming expectations for the 2022-23 season, key players to watch, what has to happen for them to remain success, and much more!

Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get yours, including YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify!

Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7]]>2653falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-123-mec-preview-pt-4--51789049
Daniel Mondragon, Davis & Elkins men's head basketball coach, and Derek Sloan, West Virginia Wesleyan men's head basketball coach, join the program to discuss the upcoming 2022-23 season.

They discussed the trials and tribulations of last season, expectations for this upcoming season, dealing with new faces and meshing them with returners, a few key returners, philosophy ahead of the 2022 season, and more.

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Daniel Mondragon, Davis & Elkins men's head basketball coach, and Derek Sloan, West Virginia Wesleyan men's head basketball coach, join the program to discuss the upcoming 2022-23 season.

They discussed the trials and tribulations of last season, expectations for this upcoming season, dealing with new faces and meshing them with returners, a few key returners, philosophy ahead of the 2022 season, and more.

Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get yours, including YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.]]>1613falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-122-mec-preview-pt-3--51766208
Bryan Poore, West Virginia State men's head basketball coach, and Todd May, Concord University men's head basketball coach, both join the program.

Taylor Kennedy and the coaches discussed what they've learned throughout there long coaching careers, new faces on each teams, returners looking to hit a big stride, and a few setbacks regarding injuries.

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Bryan Poore, West Virginia State men's head basketball coach, and Todd May, Concord University men's head basketball coach, both join the program.

Taylor Kennedy and the coaches discussed what they've learned throughout there long coaching careers, new faces on each teams, returners looking to hit a big stride, and a few setbacks regarding injuries.

Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get yours, including YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.]]>2332falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-121-mec-preview-pt-2--51565715
Three more Mountain East Conference coaches join the program: Stephen Dye, Alderson Broaddus men's head basketball coach, Mark Richmond, Notre Dame College (OH) men's head basketball coach, and Chris Richardson, Wheeling University men's head basketball coach.

Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, discusses a variety of topics with each coach, including key returners and departures, motivation moving into the 2022-23 season, and more!

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Three more Mountain East Conference coaches join the program: Stephen Dye, Alderson Broaddus men's head basketball coach, Mark Richmond, Notre Dame College (OH) men's head basketball coach, and Chris Richardson, Wheeling University men's head basketball coach.

Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, discusses a variety of topics with each coach, including key returners and departures, motivation moving into the 2022-23 season, and more!

Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get yours, including YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.

Follow Taylor on Twitter - @Taylor_Kennedy7]]>3562falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-120-mec-preview-pt-1--51481607
You may be asking, "why is Taylor doing previews in October?" The answer is simple. We have a lot of ground to cover.

Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, kicks off the first of many previews with three Mountain East Conference head coaches.

Ben Howlett, West Liberty men's head basketball coach, Dwaine Osborne, University of Charleston men's head basketball coach, Tim Koenig, Fairmont State men's head basketball coach, join the program.

We discussed a variety of topics, including key additions and departures, improvements from last season to now, playing in a fun and entertaining conference like the MEC, and more.

Follow Taylor on Twitter @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get yours, including YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51481607Mon, 10 Oct 2022 19:52:48 +0000Taylor KennedyDon't look now, but the 2022-23 basketball season is right around the corner! You may be asking, "why is Taylor doing previews in October?" The answer is simple. We have a lot of ground to cover. Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter,...
You may be asking, "why is Taylor doing previews in October?" The answer is simple. We have a lot of ground to cover.

Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, kicks off the first of many previews with three Mountain East Conference head coaches.

Ben Howlett, West Liberty men's head basketball coach, Dwaine Osborne, University of Charleston men's head basketball coach, Tim Koenig, Fairmont State men's head basketball coach, join the program.

We discussed a variety of topics, including key additions and departures, improvements from last season to now, playing in a fun and entertaining conference like the MEC, and more.

Follow Taylor on Twitter @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get yours, including YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.]]>3348falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-119-with-jon-perry--51480947
Jon Perry, a Milton native & current associate head basketball coach at Navy, joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7,.

The two discussed Jon's upbringing in Milton, the pumpkin festival, growing up on a farm, recruiting in-state talent, relationships with different people, other coaching topics, and more!

Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get yours, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.

Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51480947Thu, 06 Oct 2022 19:36:29 +0000Taylor KennedyThe final installment of the 2022 Hoops Across Summer Interview Series ends with this episode. Jon Perry, a Milton native & current associate head basketball coach at Navy, joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7,. The two discussed Jon's...
Jon Perry, a Milton native & current associate head basketball coach at Navy, joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7,.

The two discussed Jon's upbringing in Milton, the pumpkin festival, growing up on a farm, recruiting in-state talent, relationships with different people, other coaching topics, and more!

Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get yours, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.

Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7]]>3321falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-118-with-doug-wojcik--51459517
Doug Wojcik, a Wheeling native & current assistant men's basketball coach at Michigan State, joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7, on the latest episode.

They discussed Doug's childhood on Wheeling Island, playing for Skip Prosser, that relationship with Coach Prosser, the 1982 Maroon Knights championship season, playing with David Robinson at Navy, a few coaching topics, and more!

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Doug Wojcik, a Wheeling native & current assistant men's basketball coach at Michigan State, joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7, on the latest episode.

They discussed Doug's childhood on Wheeling Island, playing for Skip Prosser, that relationship with Coach Prosser, the 1982 Maroon Knights championship season, playing with David Robinson at Navy, a few coaching topics, and more!

Follow Taylor on Twitter at @Taylor_Kennedy7.

Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get yours, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.]]>4537falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-117-with-lynn-bria--51328838
Lynn Bria, Stetson's all-time winningest women's head basketball coach & Charleston native, join the program!

The two discuss Lynn's upbringing in coaching, her different mentors, recruiting in West Virginia, the transfer portal, more recruiting, and other basketball topics.

Episode 117 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter @Taylor_Kennedy7

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Lynn Bria, Stetson's all-time winningest women's head basketball coach & Charleston native, join the program!

The two discuss Lynn's upbringing in coaching, her different mentors, recruiting in West Virginia, the transfer portal, more recruiting, and other basketball topics.

Episode 117 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get your podcasts, including YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.]]>2645falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-116-with-jon-elmore--50670998
Elmore joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter for the latest episode.

We discussed the upcoming TBT in Charleston, his prep career playing at George Washington, his relationship with his father and grandfather, his historical career at Marshall, and more.

Episode 116 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Elmore joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter for the latest episode.

We discussed the upcoming TBT in Charleston, his prep career playing at George Washington, his relationship with his father and grandfather, his historical career at Marshall, and more.

Episode 116 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get your podcast, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.

Rate and review us because we'd love to hear from you.]]>3720falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-115-with-tanner-mcgrew-musician-turned-pro--50578366
Tanner joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter.

The two discussed playing in the upcoming TBT, his professional career so far, playing for Team USA, if he could go back and do something different what it would be, how he got offered a spot at Wesleyan, and much more!

Episode 115 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Rate and review us because we would love to hear from you!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50578366Mon, 18 Jul 2022 16:00:50 +0000Taylor KennedyThere are few people that could have a documentary about their life. Tanner McGrew, former music scholarship student at West Virginia Wesleyan turned professional overseas player, has arguably one of the most fascinating stories this podcast has...
Tanner joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter.

The two discussed playing in the upcoming TBT, his professional career so far, playing for Team USA, if he could go back and do something different what it would be, how he got offered a spot at Wesleyan, and much more!

Episode 115 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get your podcast, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube!

Rate and review us because we would love to hear from you!]]>4185falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-114-with-wvssac-executive-director-bernie-dolan--50551161
Bernie Dolan, WVSSAC Executive Director, joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, for this week's episode.

The two discussed a plethora of topics, including the four-class system, the state tournament, student-athletes mental health, shortage of officials, and more.

Episode 114 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Rate and review us because we would love to hear from you!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50551161Wed, 13 Jul 2022 16:04:58 +0000Taylor KennedyWhat is the latest news and information regarding high school basketball in West Virginia? What should we know with other basketball tidbits moving forward? Bernie Dolan, WVSSAC Executive Director, joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter,...
Bernie Dolan, WVSSAC Executive Director, joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, for this week's episode.

The two discussed a plethora of topics, including the four-class system, the state tournament, student-athletes mental health, shortage of officials, and more.

Episode 114 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get your podcasts, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.

Rate and review us because we would love to hear from you!]]>5479falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-113-two-year-anniversary-special-with-p-g-greene--50502822
This is a special episode with a special guest. Do you expect anything less?

P.G. Greene, former Oak Hill and WVU basketball standout, joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter.

They discussed his basketball upbringing in a basketball-driven town like Oak Hill, his relationship with Tracy Shelton, what recruiting was like for him, his career at WVU, what made Gale Catlett successful, and more!

Episode 113, the two-year anniversary special, of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Rate and review us because we would love to hear from you!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50502822Fri, 08 Jul 2022 16:00:04 +0000Taylor KennedyTwo years ago, I did not think I would reach 100 episodes, but we accomplished that. We have hit another milestone! The podcast has existed for two years! None of this would be possible without the audience that makes it happen! - From Taylor Kennedy...
This is a special episode with a special guest. Do you expect anything less?

P.G. Greene, former Oak Hill and WVU basketball standout, joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter.

They discussed his basketball upbringing in a basketball-driven town like Oak Hill, his relationship with Tracy Shelton, what recruiting was like for him, his career at WVU, what made Gale Catlett successful, and more!

Episode 113, the two-year anniversary special, of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get your podcast, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.

Rate and review us because we would love to hear from you!]]>3972falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-112-with-haywood-highsmith--50469314
Haywood Highsmith, a former Division II All-American at Wheeling Jesuit, now Wheeling University, joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter.

They discussed Haywood's professional career so far, what he has learned from being with the Miami Heat organization, his time at Wheeling, what made his time with the Cardinals special, and more!

Episode 112 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get them, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.

Rate and review us because we'd love to hear from you.

You can find all the previous episodes here: https://www.spreaker.com/show/hoops-across-the-mountain-state]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50469314Tue, 05 Jul 2022 15:59:15 +0000Taylor KennedyThe summer interview series this year continues to be a huge success. We appreciate all the feedback and input about it so far. We are three days away from our two-year anniversary! Haywood Highsmith, a former Division II All-American at Wheeling...
Haywood Highsmith, a former Division II All-American at Wheeling Jesuit, now Wheeling University, joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter.

They discussed Haywood's professional career so far, what he has learned from being with the Miami Heat organization, his time at Wheeling, what made his time with the Cardinals special, and more!

Episode 112 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get them, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.

Rate and review us because we'd love to hear from you.

You can find all the previous episodes here: https://www.spreaker.com/show/hoops-across-the-mountain-state]]>3448falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-111-with-brian-holstein-veteran-wvssac-official--50421254
Brian Holstein, Veteran WVSSAC Official, joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter.

They discussed the biggest change that has occurred for Brian since he first started, the parent situation with referees, how someone can get involved, why young people aren't signing up, and more!

Episode 111 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get your podcasts, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.

Rate and review us because we would love to hear from you.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50421254Thu, 30 Jun 2022 16:06:35 +0000Taylor KennedyWhat has it been like for WVSSAC officials as the continuous decline of officials statewide goes on? How can someone get involved? Brian Holstein, Veteran WVSSAC Official, joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter. They discussed the...
Brian Holstein, Veteran WVSSAC Official, joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter.

They discussed the biggest change that has occurred for Brian since he first started, the parent situation with referees, how someone can get involved, why young people aren't signing up, and more!

Episode 111 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get your podcasts, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.

Rate and review us because we would love to hear from you.]]>2602falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-110-coaches-roundtable-part-2--50319862
Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, chats with Dave Tallman, Morgantown Boy's Head Coach, Zach Green, Logan Boy's Head Coach, and Scott Sauro, Williamstown Boy's Head Coach.

They discussed the mental health of their student-athletes, what they would add or change to high school basketball, who their biggest influence was to get into coaching, and more.

Episode 110 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get your podcasts, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.

Rate and review us! We'd love to hear from you.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50319862Fri, 24 Jun 2022 15:54:57 +0000Taylor KennedyIn the last episode, we spoke with three legendary West Virginia high school basketball coaches, but now we sit down with three fresher faces in high school basketball. Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, chats with Dave Tallman,...
Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, chats with Dave Tallman, Morgantown Boy's Head Coach, Zach Green, Logan Boy's Head Coach, and Scott Sauro, Williamstown Boy's Head Coach.

They discussed the mental health of their student-athletes, what they would add or change to high school basketball, who their biggest influence was to get into coaching, and more.

Episode 110 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get your podcasts, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.

Rate and review us! We'd love to hear from you.]]>3255falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-109-coaches-roundtable-part-1--50278533
Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, gathered three of West Virginia's most successful boy's head basketball coaches for a "Coaches Roundtable."

The four of them discussed a variety of topics, including the four-class system and biggest changes since they became a head coach.

An insightful and informative conversation, and we hope you enjoy.

Episode 109 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get your podcasts, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.

Rate and review us because we would love to hear from you.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50278533Tue, 21 Jun 2022 16:05:26 +0000Taylor KennedyA group of well-known knights would gather around back in medieval times, and we best know that as the Knights of the Roundtable. Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, gathered three of West Virginia's most successful boy's head basketball...
Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, gathered three of West Virginia's most successful boy's head basketball coaches for a "Coaches Roundtable."

The four of them discussed a variety of topics, including the four-class system and biggest changes since they became a head coach.

An insightful and informative conversation, and we hope you enjoy.

Episode 109 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Bob Bolen, former Beckley-Woodrow Wilson assistant coach & head coach at Mountain State University, joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter.

They discussed his coaching roots, coaching young kids in Beckley, the life of Kevin English, getting the job at Mountain State University, winning the NAIA national title, and more!

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Bob Bolen, former Beckley-Woodrow Wilson assistant coach & head coach at Mountain State University, joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter.

They discussed his coaching roots, coaching young kids in Beckley, the life of Kevin English, getting the job at Mountain State University, winning the NAIA national title, and more!

Episode 108 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Tavian Dunn-Martin, former Huntington Highlander prospect, joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter.

They discussed his prep career at Huntington, his memorable performances in state championship games, what his recruiting looked like, starting his career at Akron, finishing his career at Florida Gulf Coast, and more!

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Tavian Dunn-Martin, former Huntington Highlander prospect, joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter.

They discussed his prep career at Huntington, his memorable performances in state championship games, what his recruiting looked like, starting his career at Akron, finishing his career at Florida Gulf Coast, and more!

Episode 107 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Maurice "Mo" Robinson joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter.

They discussed southern WV coalfield basketball, playing against elite high school talent like Oceana and Northfork, playing for Welch, recruitment, an untold story about his senior year at WVU, and more!

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Maurice "Mo" Robinson joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter.

They discussed southern WV coalfield basketball, playing against elite high school talent like Oceana and Northfork, playing for Welch, recruitment, an untold story about his senior year at WVU, and more!

Episode 106 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Deniz Kilicli, former WVU Basketball forward, joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7.

They discussed what basketball was like for him growing up, coming to the United States, his Larry Bird story, recruitment, his WVU career, and more!

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Deniz Kilicli, former WVU Basketball forward, joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7.

They discussed what basketball was like for him growing up, coming to the United States, his Larry Bird story, recruitment, his WVU career, and more!

Episode 105 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Josh "Cookie" Miller, a former Capital High product, will forever be remembered by his game. He was an first-team all-state selection from his sophomore to senior season, including being a captain his senior year.

Cookie joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, as they dive into his upbringing in Charleston.

They discussed his relationship with his father, growing up on the West Side, playing at Capital, going to Nebraska, why he left Nebraska, going to West Virginia State, and more.

Episode 104 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Josh "Cookie" Miller, a former Capital High product, will forever be remembered by his game. He was an first-team all-state selection from his sophomore to senior season, including being a captain his senior year.

Cookie joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, as they dive into his upbringing in Charleston.

They discussed his relationship with his father, growing up on the West Side, playing at Capital, going to Nebraska, why he left Nebraska, going to West Virginia State, and more.

Episode 104 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Charleston High School, which is now Capital High, was dominate throughout the 60s and early-70s. The school produced numerous collegiate talent, including Levi Phillips and Larry "Deacon" Harris.

Mike Jones, a Charleston High standout from 1971-74, joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter.

They discuss growing up in the Charleston area, playing over on 2nd Avenue, watching Jerry West play growing up, Deacon Harris, his time at Charleston High, and more!

Episode 103 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Charleston High School, which is now Capital High, was dominate throughout the 60s and early-70s. The school produced numerous collegiate talent, including Levi Phillips and Larry "Deacon" Harris.

Mike Jones, a Charleston High standout from 1971-74, joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter.

They discuss growing up in the Charleston area, playing over on 2nd Avenue, watching Jerry West play growing up, Deacon Harris, his time at Charleston High, and more!

Episode 103 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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One guy stands out as arguably the best big man Huggins has coached, and that is Kevin Jones.

Kevin Jones, the Mountaineers all-time leader in career offensive rebounds, joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter.

TK and KJ discuss the latest on KJ's career in Japan, how these last fews weeks have been, TBT, transfer portal, his WVU career, and more!

Episode 102 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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One guy stands out as arguably the best big man Huggins has coached, and that is Kevin Jones.

Kevin Jones, the Mountaineers all-time leader in career offensive rebounds, joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter.

TK and KJ discuss the latest on KJ's career in Japan, how these last fews weeks have been, TBT, transfer portal, his WVU career, and more!

Episode 102 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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How are college basketball coaches adjusting to the portal? How has it effected each level of college basketball?

Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, chats with James Long (WVU Tech; NAIA), Brandon Staley (Washington & Jefferson; Division 3), Chris Richardson (Wheeling University; Division 2), and Adam Williams (Stetson University; Division 1).

They discussed everything involving the ever-changing transfer portal, including the relationship and communication side of things.

Episode 102 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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How are college basketball coaches adjusting to the portal? How has it effected each level of college basketball?

Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, chats with James Long (WVU Tech; NAIA), Brandon Staley (Washington & Jefferson; Division 3), Chris Richardson (Wheeling University; Division 2), and Adam Williams (Stetson University; Division 1).

They discussed everything involving the ever-changing transfer portal, including the relationship and communication side of things.

Episode 102 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, sat down with a Northfork legend!

Russel Todd, former Blue Demons standout, joins the program. Russel and Taylor discussed what basketball was like for Russel growing up, playing for Jennings Boyd, what recruiting was like for him, committing to WVU, a unique Gale Catlett story, and what he is up to nowadays.

Episode 100b of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Taylor will be taking a break for a few weeks to get geared up for the summer interview series.

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Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, sat down with a Northfork legend!

Russel Todd, former Blue Demons standout, joins the program. Russel and Taylor discussed what basketball was like for Russel growing up, playing for Jennings Boyd, what recruiting was like for him, committing to WVU, a unique Gale Catlett story, and what he is up to nowadays.

Episode 100b of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Taylor will be taking a break for a few weeks to get geared up for the summer interview series.

Follow Taylor on Twitter @Taylor_Kennedy7

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Thank you all for helping this podcast reach a HUGE milestone. The outpour of support has been incredible since Day 1. None of this would be possible without you all.

With that being said, the podcast is doing a special two-part 100th episode edition! Both extremely insightful guests.

Our first guest is Joe Mazzulla, a former WVU guard from 2007-11. Joe joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter.

They discussed his childhood in Rhode Island, what recruiting was like for him, when WVU came onto the scene, his relationship with John Beilein, first meeting with Coach Huggins, his time at WVU, and so much more!

This was a fun episode!

Episode 100a of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Thank you all for helping this podcast reach a HUGE milestone. The outpour of support has been incredible since Day 1. None of this would be possible without you all.

With that being said, the podcast is doing a special two-part 100th episode edition! Both extremely insightful guests.

Our first guest is Joe Mazzulla, a former WVU guard from 2007-11. Joe joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter.

They discussed his childhood in Rhode Island, what recruiting was like for him, when WVU came onto the scene, his relationship with John Beilein, first meeting with Coach Huggins, his time at WVU, and so much more!

This was a fun episode!

Episode 100a of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.

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Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7, sat down with two different boys basketball personalities looking to punch their ticket to the big dance.

Tanner Whitten, a senior guard from Wyoming East, and Kelly Church, Hedgesville boys head basketball coach, join Taylor.

Taylor and Tanner discussed everything going on with his season, including defeating Bluefield in the sectional final. Both teams had split the season series.

Taylor and Coach Kelly discussed a plethora of things on and off the court, including whether or not West Virginia should implement a shot clock for basketball games.

Episode 99 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here! The next episode is Episode 100!

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Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7, sat down with two different boys basketball personalities looking to punch their ticket to the big dance.

Tanner Whitten, a senior guard from Wyoming East, and Kelly Church, Hedgesville boys head basketball coach, join Taylor.

Taylor and Tanner discussed everything going on with his season, including defeating Bluefield in the sectional final. Both teams had split the season series.

Taylor and Coach Kelly discussed a plethora of things on and off the court, including whether or not West Virginia should implement a shot clock for basketball games.

Episode 99 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here! The next episode is Episode 100!

Follow Taylor on Twitter @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.

Rate and review us. We would love to hear from you.]]>3776falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-98-with-micheal-jebbia-and-meredith-maier--48902100
Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, is joined by a coach who's team is playing at the right time, and a senior looking to capitalize a stellar prep career.

Michael Jebbia, Wheeling Park boy's head basketball coach, and Meredith Maier, Fairmont Senior senior forward, join the program.

They discuss how well their team is playing right now, improvements from the first half to the second half of the season, postseason play, what has to go right and more.

Episode 98 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here! One more episode until the two-part 100th episode edition.

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Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, is joined by a coach who's team is playing at the right time, and a senior looking to capitalize a stellar prep career.

Michael Jebbia, Wheeling Park boy's head basketball coach, and Meredith Maier, Fairmont Senior senior forward, join the program.

They discuss how well their team is playing right now, improvements from the first half to the second half of the season, postseason play, what has to go right and more.

Episode 98 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here! One more episode until the two-part 100th episode edition.

Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Youtube.

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Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, speaks with two coaches gearing up for postseason play, and a former Musselman player trying to get his foot into another college's door.

Josh Daniel, South Charleston boy's head coach, Wade Williamson, Wayne girls head coach, and Taralle Hayden, former Musselman standout, join the show.

Taylor and the coaches discussed preparations amid postseason play, a general assessment on the regular season, players to watch for, and more.

Taylor and Taralle discussed what's next for him, they briefly look back on Musselman's state tournament run in 2018, improvements to his game, and more.

Episode 97 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, speaks with two coaches gearing up for postseason play, and a former Musselman player trying to get his foot into another college's door.

Josh Daniel, South Charleston boy's head coach, Wade Williamson, Wayne girls head coach, and Taralle Hayden, former Musselman standout, join the show.

Taylor and the coaches discussed preparations amid postseason play, a general assessment on the regular season, players to watch for, and more.

Taylor and Taralle discussed what's next for him, they briefly look back on Musselman's state tournament run in 2018, improvements to his game, and more.

Episode 97 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Michael Cunningham, Capital girl's head coach, and Ryan Maier, Grafton senior guard, join Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter.

They discussed the improvements since the first and second half of the season, where the improvements need to continue to grow, postseason play, expectations the rest of the season, and more.

Episode 96 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Michael Cunningham, Capital girl's head coach, and Ryan Maier, Grafton senior guard, join Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter.

They discussed the improvements since the first and second half of the season, where the improvements need to continue to grow, postseason play, expectations the rest of the season, and more.

Episode 96 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter @Taylor_Kennedy7

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Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, speaks with three separate coaches: two at the prep level and one at the collegiate level.

Amy Chapman, Gilmer County girl's head coach, Tom Hart, Cameron boy's head coach, and James Long, WVU Tech men's head coach, join the program.

We discussed the improvements that need to happen from this point moving forward, how each team's success can continue increasing, different players stepping up when needed most, and more!

Episode 95 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, speaks with three separate coaches: two at the prep level and one at the collegiate level.

Amy Chapman, Gilmer County girl's head coach, Tom Hart, Cameron boy's head coach, and James Long, WVU Tech men's head coach, join the program.

We discussed the improvements that need to happen from this point moving forward, how each team's success can continue increasing, different players stepping up when needed most, and more!

Episode 95 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7

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Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, is joined by Zycheus Dobbs, sophomore guard for Fairmont Senior, Olivia Toland, junior guard for North Marion, and Brett Rector, Salem men's head basketball coach.

They discussed the season so far, what is different from game one to now, improvements moving forward, key players stepping up, and more!

Episode 94 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, is joined by Zycheus Dobbs, sophomore guard for Fairmont Senior, Olivia Toland, junior guard for North Marion, and Brett Rector, Salem men's head basketball coach.

They discussed the season so far, what is different from game one to now, improvements moving forward, key players stepping up, and more!

Episode 94 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, sits down with two athletes who are wanting to get to Charleston.

Jayda Allie, junior guard for the Cabell Midland Lady Knights, and Ian Thompson, junior guard at Buffalo High School, join Episode 93!

They discussed monumental wins this season, the focus moving forward, assessing their play along with their team, coaches, and more!

Episode 93 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, sits down with two athletes who are wanting to get to Charleston.

Jayda Allie, junior guard for the Cabell Midland Lady Knights, and Ian Thompson, junior guard at Buffalo High School, join Episode 93!

They discussed monumental wins this season, the focus moving forward, assessing their play along with their team, coaches, and more!

Episode 93 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, talks with two players from two successful teams this season.

Shad Sauvage, senior guard for James Monroe, and Alexis Bordas, freshman guard at Wheeling Park, join the program.

They discussed each others teams, the success each team has had, quality wins, self-reflection, and more!

Episode 92 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, talks with two players from two successful teams this season.

Shad Sauvage, senior guard for James Monroe, and Alexis Bordas, freshman guard at Wheeling Park, join the program.

They discussed each others teams, the success each team has had, quality wins, self-reflection, and more!

Episode 92 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, talks with three different basketball personalities about a variety of topics.

Taylor first spoke with Ashton Mooney, a senior from Parkersburg South. They talked about Ashton's impressive season so far, the Patriots win over Parkersburg, JR's Donut Castle, and more.

Taylor then spoke with Marley Washenitz, a friend of the program & a senior at Fairmont Senior. They mainly talked about Marley getting back into the recruiting process after her scholarship at WVU being pulled.

Taylor ended the episode by getting an update from Ryan Arrowood, the men's head basketball coach at Rio Grande. They discussed Rio's up and down year, the loss of Andrew Shull, players that have stepped up, expectations for the rest of the season, and more!

Episode 91 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, talks with three different basketball personalities about a variety of topics.

Taylor first spoke with Ashton Mooney, a senior from Parkersburg South. They talked about Ashton's impressive season so far, the Patriots win over Parkersburg, JR's Donut Castle, and more.

Taylor then spoke with Marley Washenitz, a friend of the program & a senior at Fairmont Senior. They mainly talked about Marley getting back into the recruiting process after her scholarship at WVU being pulled.

Taylor ended the episode by getting an update from Ryan Arrowood, the men's head basketball coach at Rio Grande. They discussed Rio's up and down year, the loss of Andrew Shull, players that have stepped up, expectations for the rest of the season, and more!

Episode 91 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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One game this week, which will be played on Saturday, will feature two of the top Class AAA teams this season, plus it will feature a duel between a father and son.

Jason White, Morgantown girl's head basketball coach, and Mel Stephens, Wheeling Central boy's head basketball coach, join Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter.

Taylor and Coach White discuss their two-game trip in Kanawha and Cabell county, his team's ups and downs this season, their strong defense, what needs improved and more!

Taylor and Coach Stephens discuss his teams early success only losing once, Peyton Toepher's buzzer beater against North Marion, what it will take for this year's Maroon Knights team to hoist another state title, the matchup between him and his son, Chris, and more!

Episode 90 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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One game this week, which will be played on Saturday, will feature two of the top Class AAA teams this season, plus it will feature a duel between a father and son.

Jason White, Morgantown girl's head basketball coach, and Mel Stephens, Wheeling Central boy's head basketball coach, join Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter.

Taylor and Coach White discuss their two-game trip in Kanawha and Cabell county, his team's ups and downs this season, their strong defense, what needs improved and more!

Taylor and Coach Stephens discuss his teams early success only losing once, Peyton Toepher's buzzer beater against North Marion, what it will take for this year's Maroon Knights team to hoist another state title, the matchup between him and his son, Chris, and more!

Episode 90 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, had a great discussion with two players that are 51 miles a part.

McKennan Hall, a Ripley junior, and Jackson Toney, a Poca senior, join the program. They discussed how successful each of their seasons have gone so far, where they need to grow the rest of the season, giving a New Year's resolution for themself and their team, and more!

Episode 90 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, had a great discussion with two players that are 51 miles a part.

McKennan Hall, a Ripley junior, and Jackson Toney, a Poca senior, join the program. They discussed how successful each of their seasons have gone so far, where they need to grow the rest of the season, giving a New Year's resolution for themself and their team, and more!

Episode 90 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, was joined by Corey Boulden, forward from South Harrison, and Jamie LaMaster, George Washington Lady Patriots head coach, to discuss how each of their seasons is going. Taylor also talked with Coach LaMaster about an article he was quoted in regarding WV and KY schools.

We also take a few minutes to recognize the incredible life and basketball career of former Beckley Woodrow-Wilson standout Kevin English. Taylor was joined by Bryan Poore, West Virginia State HC, to discuss English's life.

Episode 88 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, was joined by Corey Boulden, forward from South Harrison, and Jamie LaMaster, George Washington Lady Patriots head coach, to discuss how each of their seasons is going. Taylor also talked with Coach LaMaster about an article he was quoted in regarding WV and KY schools.

We also take a few minutes to recognize the incredible life and basketball career of former Beckley Woodrow-Wilson standout Kevin English. Taylor was joined by Bryan Poore, West Virginia State HC, to discuss English's life.

Episode 88 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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What has Ravenswood done to celebrate 100 years of basketball?

Mick Price, 44th-year head basketball coach of the Red Devils, joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, to discuss this special season of Ravenswood basketball.

Mick discusses what they have done so far to commemorate different seasons, different homages to recognize different teams, and much, much more.

This is an episode you do not want to miss. It was full of stories and excitement.

Go follow Ravenswood's basketball team on their Facebook page. Click here: https://www.facebook.com/RAVENSWOODRUNNINREDDEVILS

Episode 87 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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What has Ravenswood done to celebrate 100 years of basketball?

Mick Price, 44th-year head basketball coach of the Red Devils, joins Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, to discuss this special season of Ravenswood basketball.

Mick discusses what they have done so far to commemorate different seasons, different homages to recognize different teams, and much, much more.

This is an episode you do not want to miss. It was full of stories and excitement.

Go follow Ravenswood's basketball team on their Facebook page. Click here: https://www.facebook.com/RAVENSWOODRUNNINREDDEVILS

Episode 87 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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We were joined by two terrific guests on this latest episode of Hoops Across the Mountain State.

Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, was joined by Sharron Young, a sophomore at Morgantown, and Corey Hines, girl's head basketball coach at Fairmont Senior.

They discussed the season so far, what we should expect the rest of the way, other players' growth, expectations, and much more!

Episode 86 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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We were joined by two terrific guests on this latest episode of Hoops Across the Mountain State.

Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, was joined by Sharron Young, a sophomore at Morgantown, and Corey Hines, girl's head basketball coach at Fairmont Senior.

They discussed the season so far, what we should expect the rest of the way, other players' growth, expectations, and much more!

Episode 86 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter @Taylor_Kennedy7

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Rate and review us! We would love to hear from you.]]>1939falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-85-with-travis-foster-and-peyton-ilderton--47934761
Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7, was joined by Travis Foster, Buckhannon-Upshur boy's head basketball coach, and Peyton Ilderton, senior at Logan High School.

They discussed the start to the new season, growth from themselves and the team around them, expectations for the rest of the season, and more!

Episode 85 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7, was joined by Travis Foster, Buckhannon-Upshur boy's head basketball coach, and Peyton Ilderton, senior at Logan High School.

They discussed the start to the new season, growth from themselves and the team around them, expectations for the rest of the season, and more!

Episode 85 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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We put a wrap on our high school basketball preview with our Class A preview.

CJ Harvey, aka the Skipper, returns for his final appearance before the season. Follow him on Twitter @CJHarveyWCHS.

We were joined by TJ Blevins, Man High School boys head basketball coach, and Rye Gadd, senior at Webster County High School.

We discussed last season's success, especially Man capturing the school's first state title, improvements this offseason, player personnel growth, personal growth, and more.

Episode 84 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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We put a wrap on our high school basketball preview with our Class A preview.

CJ Harvey, aka the Skipper, returns for his final appearance before the season. Follow him on Twitter @CJHarveyWCHS.

We were joined by TJ Blevins, Man High School boys head basketball coach, and Rye Gadd, senior at Webster County High School.

We discussed last season's success, especially Man capturing the school's first state title, improvements this offseason, player personnel growth, personal growth, and more.

Episode 84 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.

Rate and review us! We would love to hear from you.]]>1828falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-83-class-aa-preview--47724394
Grant Barnhart, St. Mary's senior guard, Scott Sauro, Williamstown HC, Isaac McKneely, Poca senior, and Derek Brooks, Wyoming East HC, join me and CJ Harvey.

We discussed development throughout the offseason, improvements from team, key players, and more!

Episode 83 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Grant Barnhart, St. Mary's senior guard, Scott Sauro, Williamstown HC, Isaac McKneely, Poca senior, and Derek Brooks, Wyoming East HC, join me and CJ Harvey.

We discussed development throughout the offseason, improvements from team, key players, and more!

Episode 83 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter @Taylor_Kennedy7 & follow CJ on Twitter @CJHarveyWCHS

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CJ Harvey, aka the Skipper, rejoined the podcast for another great and information-filled episode.

Ronnie Olson, Shady Spring HC, Jarrod West, Notre Dame HC, Ryan Reasbeck, senior at Wheeling Central, and Scotty Browning, junior at Logan, join the program.

We discussed a few highlights from last season, last year's success, expectations ahead of the new season, improvements this season from individuals to personnel, and more.

Episode 82 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here.

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CJ Harvey, aka the Skipper, rejoined the podcast for another great and information-filled episode.

Ronnie Olson, Shady Spring HC, Jarrod West, Notre Dame HC, Ryan Reasbeck, senior at Wheeling Central, and Scotty Browning, junior at Logan, join the program.

We discussed a few highlights from last season, last year's success, expectations ahead of the new season, improvements this season from individuals to personnel, and more.

Episode 82 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here.

Follow Taylor on Twitter @Taylor_Kennedy7

Follow CJ on Twitter @CJHarveyWCHS

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CJ Harvey, aka the Skipper, returns for another episode. Follow him on Twitter @CJHarveyWCHS.

We were joined by Joe Schmidle, University High School head coach, Ben Nicol, a junior at George Washington H.S., Dominic Schmidt, a junior at Cabell Midland, and Dave Rogers, veteran HC at Martinsburg H.S., all join the program.

We discussed growth within themselves and their teams, expectations heading into the new year, players people should keep an eye on, and more!

Episode 81 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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CJ Harvey, aka the Skipper, returns for another episode. Follow him on Twitter @CJHarveyWCHS.

We were joined by Joe Schmidle, University High School head coach, Ben Nicol, a junior at George Washington H.S., Dominic Schmidt, a junior at Cabell Midland, and Dave Rogers, veteran HC at Martinsburg H.S., all join the program.

We discussed growth within themselves and their teams, expectations heading into the new year, players people should keep an eye on, and more!

Episode 81 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.

Rate and review the podcast! We would love to hear from you.]]>3106falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-80-girl-s-hoops-preview--47487104
Taylor and CJ Harvey, aka the Skipper, were joined by four different personalities. Dionna Gray, rising senior at Huntington High, Pat Jones, Nitro girl's head basketball coach, Abby Russell, rising junior at Wyoming East High, and Clyde Farley, Tug Valley girl's head basketball coach.

They discussed everything revolving around their programs. They even discussed player personnel, which was a fun discussion. They also discussed unique stories surrounding their team ahead of the season.

Episode 80 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Taylor and CJ Harvey, aka the Skipper, were joined by four different personalities. Dionna Gray, rising senior at Huntington High, Pat Jones, Nitro girl's head basketball coach, Abby Russell, rising junior at Wyoming East High, and Clyde Farley, Tug Valley girl's head basketball coach.

They discussed everything revolving around their programs. They even discussed player personnel, which was a fun discussion. They also discussed unique stories surrounding their team ahead of the season.

Episode 80 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.

Rate and review the podcast!]]>3891falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-acrosss-the-mountain-state-episode-79-wvu-preview-with-bob-huggins--47448003
Bob Huggins, 14th year West Virginia men's head basketball coach, joins me to talk about Isaiah Cottrell, playing a 4 out and 1 in offense, the strength of the non-conference schedule, and more!

Episode 79 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Bob Huggins, 14th year West Virginia men's head basketball coach, joins me to talk about Isaiah Cottrell, playing a 4 out and 1 in offense, the strength of the non-conference schedule, and more!

Episode 79 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Dan D'Antoni, the Herd's men's head coach, and Tony Kemper, the Herd's women's head coach, join Taylor and CJ Harvey.

They discussed the loaded rosters they have, breakout players, the move to the Sun Belt, schedules, and more!

Episode 78 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Dan D'Antoni, the Herd's men's head coach, and Tony Kemper, the Herd's women's head coach, join Taylor and CJ Harvey.

They discussed the loaded rosters they have, breakout players, the move to the Sun Belt, schedules, and more!

Episode 78 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.

Rate and review us!]]>2145falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-77-shepherd-fork-union-preview--47260228
Justin Namolik, Shepherd men's head basketball coach, and Bob Williams, Fork Union Post Graduate head basketball coach, join the program!

We discussed gearing up for the upcoming season, dealing with different situations, adapting to new players, expectations, and more!

Episode 77 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Justin Namolik, Shepherd men's head basketball coach, and Bob Williams, Fork Union Post Graduate head basketball coach, join the program!

We discussed gearing up for the upcoming season, dealing with different situations, adapting to new players, expectations, and more!

Episode 77 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Taylor was joined by two more terrific coaches in this great state.

Brett Rector, Salem men's head basketball coach, and Neil Epstein, Potomac State men's head basketball coach, join the program!

They discussed preparing for the upcoming season, what they see from their teams following the scrimmages played, the impact of newcomers, returning pieces, and more!

Episode 76 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Taylor was joined by two more terrific coaches in this great state.

Brett Rector, Salem men's head basketball coach, and Neil Epstein, Potomac State men's head basketball coach, join the program!

They discussed preparing for the upcoming season, what they see from their teams following the scrimmages played, the impact of newcomers, returning pieces, and more!

Episode 76 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.

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James Long, WV Tech men's head basketball coach, and Ryan Arrowood, Rio Grande men's head basketball coach, joins CJ Harvey and Taylor Kennedy.

They discussed the latest roster moves within their teams, the impact of newcomers, where their returners have grown, a look ahead to the upcoming season, how each coach is adjusting in years two and three, and more.

Episode 75 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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James Long, WV Tech men's head basketball coach, and Ryan Arrowood, Rio Grande men's head basketball coach, joins CJ Harvey and Taylor Kennedy.

They discussed the latest roster moves within their teams, the impact of newcomers, where their returners have grown, a look ahead to the upcoming season, how each coach is adjusting in years two and three, and more.

Episode 75 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.

Give us a review! We would love to hear from you.]]>2007falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-74-mec-preview-pt-4--47081169
Seth Brown, Frostburg State men's head basketball coach, and Daniel Mondragon, Davis & Elkins men's head basketball coach, join Taylor and CJ Harvey.

They discussed continuing to build the foundation of the program they are running, dealing with COVID last season, returners, newcomers, and more!

Episode 74 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Seth Brown, Frostburg State men's head basketball coach, and Daniel Mondragon, Davis & Elkins men's head basketball coach, join Taylor and CJ Harvey.

They discussed continuing to build the foundation of the program they are running, dealing with COVID last season, returners, newcomers, and more!

Episode 74 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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They are joined by Alderson Broaddus men's head basketball coach Stephen Dye, Concord men's head basketball coach Todd May, and West Virginia Wesleyan men's head basketball coach Derek Sloan.

They discussed coaching through a pandemic, newcomers, potential breakout players, and more!

Episode 73 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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They are joined by Alderson Broaddus men's head basketball coach Stephen Dye, Concord men's head basketball coach Todd May, and West Virginia Wesleyan men's head basketball coach Derek Sloan.

They discussed coaching through a pandemic, newcomers, potential breakout players, and more!

Episode 73 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Rate and review us!]]>3305falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-72-mec-preview-ep-2--46974846
We continue our trek through basketball previews this year with the second Mountain East Conference.

Chris Richardson, Wheeling University men's head basketball coach, Bryan Poore, West Virginia State men's head basketball coach, and Mark Richmond, Notre Dame College men's head basketball coach, join CJ Harvey and me.

We dove into the weeds in figuring out who is returning and coming onto the scene, West Virginia freshmen, who should we keep an eye on, and more!

Episode 72 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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We continue our trek through basketball previews this year with the second Mountain East Conference.

Chris Richardson, Wheeling University men's head basketball coach, Bryan Poore, West Virginia State men's head basketball coach, and Mark Richmond, Notre Dame College men's head basketball coach, join CJ Harvey and me.

We dove into the weeds in figuring out who is returning and coming onto the scene, West Virginia freshmen, who should we keep an eye on, and more!

Episode 72 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.

Give us a review! We would love to hear from you.]]>3401falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-71-mec-preview-ep-1--46922024
We kick off our preview discussion with Episode 1 of our MEC Preview. CJ Harvey, aka the Skipper, joins the show! We enjoy having CJ on the program.

CJ and Taylor were joined by Tim Koenig, Fairmont State men's head basketball coach, Ben Howlett, West Liberty men's head basketball coach, and Dwaine Osborne, University of Charleston men's head basketball coach, all join the program.

They discussed the biggest lesson learned from last season to now, newcomers, returning pieces, West Virginia natives on the team, and more!

Episode 71 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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We kick off our preview discussion with Episode 1 of our MEC Preview. CJ Harvey, aka the Skipper, joins the show! We enjoy having CJ on the program.

CJ and Taylor were joined by Tim Koenig, Fairmont State men's head basketball coach, Ben Howlett, West Liberty men's head basketball coach, and Dwaine Osborne, University of Charleston men's head basketball coach, all join the program.

They discussed the biggest lesson learned from last season to now, newcomers, returning pieces, West Virginia natives on the team, and more!

Episode 71 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube!

Give us a review! We would love to hear from you.]]>3542falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-70-with-willie-akers--46883146
Basketball is the backbone of many communities in West Virginia, which means we have seen incredible coaches and players rise up from those communities.

Willie Akers, long-time Logan boy's head basketball coach & member of WVU's 1959 runner-up team, joins Taylor for Episode 70!

The two discussed Willie growing up and playing basketball in Mullens, the drive he possessed at an early age, what led him to WVU, his relationship with Jerry West, coaching the Logan Wildcats, where the name Willie's Running Wildcats came from, and more!

You will certainly not want to miss this episode!

Episode 70 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Rate and give us a review! We would love to hear from you.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46883146Fri, 08 Oct 2021 16:00:03 +0000Taylor KennedyThe weather and leaves are changing, which means we are slowly approaching basketball season. That means this will be the last summer interview for this year. We had to leave it with a bang. Basketball is the backbone of many communities in West...
Basketball is the backbone of many communities in West Virginia, which means we have seen incredible coaches and players rise up from those communities.

Willie Akers, long-time Logan boy's head basketball coach & member of WVU's 1959 runner-up team, joins Taylor for Episode 70!

The two discussed Willie growing up and playing basketball in Mullens, the drive he possessed at an early age, what led him to WVU, his relationship with Jerry West, coaching the Logan Wildcats, where the name Willie's Running Wildcats came from, and more!

You will certainly not want to miss this episode!

Episode 70 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube!

Rate and give us a review! We would love to hear from you.]]>2841falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-69-with-steven-verplancken--46850970
Steven Verplancken, former Teays Valley Prep and current Southern Illinois guard, joins Taylor for Episode 69!

They discussed basketball over in Belgium, how much of an impact Kobe Bryant played on Steven's life, getting connected to Coach Ryan Arrowood and TVCS, upset wins over Oak Hill and Huntington Prep, the decision to play for Glenville State, playing at SIU, and more!

Episode 69 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Steven Verplancken, former Teays Valley Prep and current Southern Illinois guard, joins Taylor for Episode 69!

They discussed basketball over in Belgium, how much of an impact Kobe Bryant played on Steven's life, getting connected to Coach Ryan Arrowood and TVCS, upset wins over Oak Hill and Huntington Prep, the decision to play for Glenville State, playing at SIU, and more!

Episode 69 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.

Give us a rating and review!]]>3844falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-68-with-josiah-davis-from-the-519-to-the-304--46815839
Josiah Davis, Kitchener, Canada native, rising senior at Teays Valley Christian, and WVU Hoops commit joins Taylor for Episode 68!

Taylor and Josiah talked about growing up playing basketball in Canada, who he looked up to in Canada, coming to West Virginia, pepperoni rolls, his relationships with Coach Tarr, Arrowood, and Huggins, committing to WVU, and more!

Episode 68 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Josiah Davis, Kitchener, Canada native, rising senior at Teays Valley Christian, and WVU Hoops commit joins Taylor for Episode 68!

Taylor and Josiah talked about growing up playing basketball in Canada, who he looked up to in Canada, coming to West Virginia, pepperoni rolls, his relationships with Coach Tarr, Arrowood, and Huggins, committing to WVU, and more!

Episode 68 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.

Give us a rating as well! We'd love to hear from you!]]>3131falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-67-with-isaiah-morgan--46775572
Isaiah Morgan, the W.Va. all-time career leader in FT percentage & Ravenswood alum, joins the program!

The two discussed Isaiah's stellar career with the Red Devils, playing for Mick Price, getting to West Virginia Tech, and other insightful information about Isaiah.

Episode 67 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Give us a review! We love feedback!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46775572Fri, 01 Oct 2021 16:00:50 +0000Taylor KennedyTaylor Kennedy, the host, played three seasons of high school basketball at Winfield. Outside of sanctioned basketball, he would play travel basketball. He claims that this episode's guest is the best shooter he's faced. Isaiah Morgan, the W.Va....
Isaiah Morgan, the W.Va. all-time career leader in FT percentage & Ravenswood alum, joins the program!

The two discussed Isaiah's stellar career with the Red Devils, playing for Mick Price, getting to West Virginia Tech, and other insightful information about Isaiah.

Episode 67 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and YouTube!

Give us a review! We love feedback!]]>3209falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-66-with-jim-boone--46709004
Jim Boone, a Winfield native & iconic college basketball coach, joins Taylor for Episode 66.

They discussed legendary head football coach Leon McCoy, the town of Winfield's impact on Boone's life, his coaching stops, including West Virginia Wesleyan, and more!

Episode 66 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Jim Boone, a Winfield native & iconic college basketball coach, joins Taylor for Episode 66.

They discussed legendary head football coach Leon McCoy, the town of Winfield's impact on Boone's life, his coaching stops, including West Virginia Wesleyan, and more!

Episode 66 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and Spotify!]]>3520falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-64-with-jake-stephens--46602666
Jake Stephens, former Musselman and current VMI forward, becomes the tallest guest on Hoops Across the Mountain State.

We discussed his growth through the years, the basketball culture at Musselman, playing alongside his brother in H.S., recruiting, getting to VMI, and more!

Episode 64 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Jake Stephens, former Musselman and current VMI forward, becomes the tallest guest on Hoops Across the Mountain State.

We discussed his growth through the years, the basketball culture at Musselman, playing alongside his brother in H.S., recruiting, getting to VMI, and more!

Episode 64 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and Spotify.]]>3157falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-63-with-jeff-schneider--46499755
Jeff Schneider, president and CEO of Big Shots, joins the program.

Taylor and Jeff discuss Jeff's playing days at Washington Irving and Virginia Tech, what basketball was like back then, another opinion around Ralph Sampson, how Big Shots was created, how can the company move forward, and more!

Episode 63 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Jeff Schneider, president and CEO of Big Shots, joins the program.

Taylor and Jeff discuss Jeff's playing days at Washington Irving and Virginia Tech, what basketball was like back then, another opinion around Ralph Sampson, how Big Shots was created, how can the company move forward, and more!

Episode 63 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and Spotify!]]>4557falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-62-with-chase-harler--46429734
Chase Harler, former Central and WVU basketball player joins the show!

He joins Taylor Kennedy and discusses basketball in the Ohio Valley, his time with the Maroon Knights, getting to WVU, playing overseas, participating in the TBT, and more!

Episode 62 of Hoops Across the Mountain State!

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Chase Harler, former Central and WVU basketball player joins the show!

He joins Taylor Kennedy and discusses basketball in the Ohio Valley, his time with the Maroon Knights, getting to WVU, playing overseas, participating in the TBT, and more!

Episode 62 of Hoops Across the Mountain State!

Subscribe to the podcast on YouTube, Apple Podcast, and Spotify.

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Natalie Tennant, North Marion girl's basketball player & first woman Mountaineer, is another name to add to that list. She joined Taylor for Episode 61!

Natalie and Taylor discussed girl's basketball during the '80s, playing in the fall and not the winter, becoming the first woman Mountaineer, her illustrious career doing just about everything, and more!

Episode 61 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Natalie Tennant, North Marion girl's basketball player & first woman Mountaineer, is another name to add to that list. She joined Taylor for Episode 61!

Natalie and Taylor discussed girl's basketball during the '80s, playing in the fall and not the winter, becoming the first woman Mountaineer, her illustrious career doing just about everything, and more!

Episode 61 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Subscribe to the podcast on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify!

Follow Taylor on Twitter @Taylor_Kennedy7]]>3849falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-60-with-john-antonik--46205354
John Antonik, Director of Athletic Content for the West Virginia University Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, joins CJ Harvey, aka the Skipper, and me for a fun episode!

We talk about our WVU Hoops Mount Rushmore, building a starting five of players coached by Bob Huggins, overlooked Mountaineer greats, unique stories, and more!

Episode 60 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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John Antonik, Director of Athletic Content for the West Virginia University Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, joins CJ Harvey, aka the Skipper, and me for a fun episode!

We talk about our WVU Hoops Mount Rushmore, building a starting five of players coached by Bob Huggins, overlooked Mountaineer greats, unique stories, and more!

Episode 60 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Subscribe to the podcast on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify!

Follow Taylor on Twitter @Taylor_Kennedy]]>3883falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-59-with-warren-baker--46158756
Warren Baker, a White Sulphur Springs native, joins Taylor for Episode 59!

They discussed basketball in West Virginia during the early '70s, the schools that were heavily involved in his recruiting, the coaching change between Sonny Moran and Joedy Gardner, memorable Mountaineer games, and more!

Episode 59 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Warren Baker, a White Sulphur Springs native, joins Taylor for Episode 59!

They discussed basketball in West Virginia during the early '70s, the schools that were heavily involved in his recruiting, the coaching change between Sonny Moran and Joedy Gardner, memorable Mountaineer games, and more!

Episode 59 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify!]]>2955falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-58-with-jerrod-calhoun--46115010
One of the latest to do so is Jerrod Calhoun, current men's head basketball coach at Youngstown State, and he joins Taylor for Episode 57!

They talked about how Jerrod knew he wanted to be a head coach, how he got connected with Bob Huggins, working with Huggins, his tenure with WVU and Fairmont State, building the culture at Youngstown State, and much more!

Episode 57 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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One of the latest to do so is Jerrod Calhoun, current men's head basketball coach at Youngstown State, and he joins Taylor for Episode 57!

They talked about how Jerrod knew he wanted to be a head coach, how he got connected with Bob Huggins, working with Huggins, his tenure with WVU and Fairmont State, building the culture at Youngstown State, and much more!

Episode 57 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Subscribe on YouTube, Apple Podcast, and Spotify!]]>3954falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-57-with-marley-washenitz--46067684
Marley Washenitz, a rising senior at Fairmont Senior, joins Taylor for Episode 57!

They discussed where her love for basketball originated, committing to the WVU women's basketball team, marching through a troubling year like last season, what she has been working on this offseason, AAU, and more!

Episode 57 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Marley Washenitz, a rising senior at Fairmont Senior, joins Taylor for Episode 57!

They discussed where her love for basketball originated, committing to the WVU women's basketball team, marching through a troubling year like last season, what she has been working on this offseason, AAU, and more!

Episode 57 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe to the podcast on Youtube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify!]]>2896falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-56-with-jamel-morris--46025566
Jamel Morris, former Glenville State and Fairmont State standout, joins Taylor for Episode 56!

They discussed Jamel's incredible underdog story, coming to West Virginia, playing for the Pioneers and Falcons, his relationship with Joe Mazzulla, playing for Best Virginia in the TBT and more!

Episode 56 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Subscribe on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46025566Mon, 09 Aug 2021 16:09:16 +0000Taylor KennedyA sharpshooter from Ohio has been welcomed by West Virginians far and wide. Jamel Morris, former Glenville State and Fairmont State standout, joins Taylor for Episode 56! They discussed Jamel's incredible underdog story, coming to West Virginia,...
Jamel Morris, former Glenville State and Fairmont State standout, joins Taylor for Episode 56!

They discussed Jamel's incredible underdog story, coming to West Virginia, playing for the Pioneers and Falcons, his relationship with Joe Mazzulla, playing for Best Virginia in the TBT and more!

Episode 56 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify]]>3182falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-55-with-keith-tyler--45980457
Keith Tyler, former Charleston High and University of Charleston standout, joins Taylor for Episode 55!

They discussed his historic playing career at the prep and collegiate level, the amount of talent around the Kanawha-Valley growing up, working with FCA, interacting with different people, and more!

Episode 55 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Keith Tyler, former Charleston High and University of Charleston standout, joins Taylor for Episode 55!

They discussed his historic playing career at the prep and collegiate level, the amount of talent around the Kanawha-Valley growing up, working with FCA, interacting with different people, and more!

Episode 55 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7

Subscribe on Youtube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify!]]>4126falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-54-with-luke-eddy--45937478
Luke Eddy, former George Washington Patriot and Elon Phoenix, joins the show!

The two talked about Eddy's tremendous prep career with GWHS, how he got to Elon, playing college basketball, advice for hoopers wanting to pursue college basketball, and more!

Episode 54 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Luke Eddy, former George Washington Patriot and Elon Phoenix, joins the show!

The two talked about Eddy's tremendous prep career with GWHS, how he got to Elon, playing college basketball, advice for hoopers wanting to pursue college basketball, and more!

Episode 54 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Adam Williams, former standout player at St. Albans and Marshall + the son of legendary W.Va. H.S. coach Tex Williams, joins me for Episode 53!

We discussed his playing days with the Red Dragons, his recruiting stages and how difficult it was, playing at Marshall, his coaching stops, coaching at Stetson, his relationship with his dad, and more!

Episode 53 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45861747Tue, 27 Jul 2021 18:34:13 +0000Taylor KennedyAs the saying goes, there is always a West Virginia connection! Regardless if it is at the professional, collegiate, or overseas level there is always a connection hidden. Adam Williams, former standout player at St. Albans and Marshall + the son of...
Adam Williams, former standout player at St. Albans and Marshall + the son of legendary W.Va. H.S. coach Tex Williams, joins me for Episode 53!

We discussed his playing days with the Red Dragons, his recruiting stages and how difficult it was, playing at Marshall, his coaching stops, coaching at Stetson, his relationship with his dad, and more!

Episode 53 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7]]>3325falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoops-across-the-mountain-state-episode-52-with-kaitlyn-ammons-broaden-your-mindset--45777358
Kaitlyn Ammons, former Morgantown Mohigan girl's basketball player, joins episode 52!

We talked about her incredible basketball journey, the early lessons she learned with the Mohigans, the success she had at Morgantown H.S., recruiting, the right fit with the DePaul, and more!

Episode 52 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45777358Tue, 20 Jul 2021 21:27:44 +0000Taylor KennedyHistory is made for the 52nd episode of Hoops Across the Mountain State. The first girls/women's basketball player to have her own independent episode has been accomplished! Kaitlyn Ammons, former Morgantown Mohigan girl's basketball player, joins...
Kaitlyn Ammons, former Morgantown Mohigan girl's basketball player, joins episode 52!

We talked about her incredible basketball journey, the early lessons she learned with the Mohigans, the success she had at Morgantown H.S., recruiting, the right fit with the DePaul, and more!

Episode 52 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Four guests, two from Best Virginia and Herd That, join me and CJ Harvey, aka the Skipper! We all discussed everything TBT and what fans should expect heading into the tournament.

The TBT will begin in Charleston at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center on Saturday, July 17th.

Episode 51 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Four guests, two from Best Virginia and Herd That, join me and CJ Harvey, aka the Skipper! We all discussed everything TBT and what fans should expect heading into the tournament.

The TBT will begin in Charleston at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center on Saturday, July 17th.

Episode 51 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Tony Caridi, play-by-play announcer for the Mountaineers, and Brad Howe, Host of The Game Within the Game presented by DraftKings, join Taylor Kennedy for the 50th episode!

They discussed how Tony and Brad ended up in West Virginia, their early memories of their arrival, an in-depth food discussion, the upcoming TBT, Best Virginia, and more!

Episode 50 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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Tony Caridi, play-by-play announcer for the Mountaineers, and Brad Howe, Host of The Game Within the Game presented by DraftKings, join Taylor Kennedy for the 50th episode!

They discussed how Tony and Brad ended up in West Virginia, their early memories of their arrival, an in-depth food discussion, the upcoming TBT, Best Virginia, and more!

Episode 50 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!

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