https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-free-for-all--5934421enSportsCopyright MetroNewshttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/854a97f3a614c955b1cccff996e67d03.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-free-for-all--5934421Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:13:54 +0000MetroNewsMetroNewsfeeds@spreaker.comThe Football Friday Free For All is a long running show about high school football in West Virginia, originally hosted by Mike King and Chris Johnson and now by Alex Wiederspiel and Chris Johnson. The show focuses much of its time on the North Central...falseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/endless-summer-summer-is-ending-bridgeport-and-south-harrison-expectations-legion-wrap--73357248

• Travis Jones on Bridgeport
• Brett Hathaway on South Harrison
• Chris George on Legion Baseball

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73357248Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:09:00 +0000MetroNewsOn this week's show: - Travis Jones on Bridgeport - Brett Hathaway on South Harrison - Chris George on Legion Baseball

• Travis Jones on Bridgeport
• Brett Hathaway on South Harrison
• Chris George on Legion Baseball

]]>5123falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/endless-summer-world-cup-concludes-state-legion-tournament-begins--73188346https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73188346Fri, 24 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0000MetroNews5246falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/endless-summer-little-league-legion-baseball-wvu-in-the-mlb-draft--73065040https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73065040Sat, 18 Jul 2026 03:18:00 +0000MetroNews3744falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/endless-summer-legion-baseball-and-an-early-look-at-wv-high-school-football--72943698https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72943698Sat, 11 Jul 2026 01:34:00 +0000MetroNews3596falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2025-26-fin--72604945https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72604945Fri, 19 Jun 2026 21:29:15 +0000MetroNews2456falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/state-baseball-semifinals-finals--72556948https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72556948Fri, 12 Jun 2026 23:04:00 +0000MetroNews4388falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/state-baseball-tournament-begins--72410654https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72410654Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:43:00 +0000MetroNews3885falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/softball-tournament-baseball-regionals-conclusion-and-world-cup-talk--72267258https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72267258Fri, 29 May 2026 22:07:00 +0000MetroNews5897falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/greg-carey-on-wv-prep-softball-tournament-chris-george-on-wv-prep-baseball-regionals--72134550https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72134550Fri, 22 May 2026 21:31:00 +0000MetroNews4989falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/henry-o-brien-sara-scoone-chris-george-postseason-discussion--72051431https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72051431Fri, 15 May 2026 22:23:00 +0000MetroNews6133falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prep-softball-track-and-mec-softball-tourney--71956813https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71956813Fri, 08 May 2026 13:19:00 +0000MetroNews4782falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lincoln-doubleheader-big-bad-baseball-bash--71848155

• Greg Smith, Lincoln Baseball coach (15:16)
• Yancey Weaver, Lincoln Softball coach (35:55)
• Chris George, Bridgeport Baseball voice & WKMZ contributor (59:17)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71848155Fri, 01 May 2026 20:42:00 +0000MetroNewsToday's guests: - Greg Smith, Lincoln Baseball coach (15:16) - Yancey Weaver, Lincoln Softball coach (35:55) - Chris George, Bridgeport Baseball voice & WKMZ contributor (59:17)

• Greg Smith, Lincoln Baseball coach (15:16)
• Yancey Weaver, Lincoln Softball coach (35:55)
• Chris George, Bridgeport Baseball voice & WKMZ contributor (59:17)

]]>5495falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lewis-county-softball-rcb-baseball-the-chris-george-extravaganza--71601878

• Payton Campbell, Lewis County Softball Coach (5:05)
• Derek Bowen, RCB Baseball Coach (27:05)
• Chris George, WKMZ Contributor & Bridgeport baseball play-by-play (41:30)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71601878Sat, 25 Apr 2026 03:41:17 +0000MetroNewsOn this week's show: - Payton Campbell, Lewis County Softball Coach (5:05) - Derek Bowen, RCB Baseball Coach (27:05) - Chris George, WKMZ Contributor & Bridgeport baseball play-by-play (41:30)

• Payton Campbell, Lewis County Softball Coach (5:05)
• Derek Bowen, RCB Baseball Coach (27:05)
• Chris George, WKMZ Contributor & Bridgeport baseball play-by-play (41:30)

]]>5343falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/doddridge-county-doubleheader-mcdonald-s-classic-rundown--71390014

• Doddridge County softball coach Wes Ezell (1:57)
• Doddridge County baseball coach Nathan Wright (22:32)
• Chris George, Bridgeport play-by-play and WKMZ contributor (45:23)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71390014Fri, 17 Apr 2026 20:09:16 +0000MetroNewsOn today's show: - Doddridge County softball coach Wes Ezell (1:57) - Doddridge County baseball coach Nathan Wright (22:32) - Chris George, Bridgeport play-by-play and WKMZ contributor (45:23)

• Doddridge County softball coach Wes Ezell (1:57)
• Doddridge County baseball coach Nathan Wright (22:32)
• Chris George, Bridgeport play-by-play and WKMZ contributor (45:23)

]]>5435falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/girl-s-and-women-s-wrestling-eye-popping-baseball-scores--71222061

• Levi Bender, Buckhannon-Upshur softball coach and Buckhannon-Upshur girls wrestling assistant coach (12:32)
• Jacob Orr, Buckhannon-Upshur girls wrestling head coach (36:56)
• Chris George, WKMZ contributor and Bridgeport baseball play-by-play (51:58)
• Gennaro "Coach G" Bonaventura, Fairmont State men's wrestling head coach and new Director of Wrestling on the addition of women's wrestling at Fairmont State (1:30:28)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71222061Sun, 12 Apr 2026 20:29:58 +0000MetroNewsOn today's show, the following guests join Alex Wiederspiel and Michael Minnich: - Levi Bender, Buckhannon-Upshur softball coach and Buckhannon-Upshur girls wrestling assistant coach (12:32) - Jacob Orr, Buckhannon-Upshur girls wrestling head coach...

• Levi Bender, Buckhannon-Upshur softball coach and Buckhannon-Upshur girls wrestling assistant coach (12:32)
• Jacob Orr, Buckhannon-Upshur girls wrestling head coach (36:56)
• Chris George, WKMZ contributor and Bridgeport baseball play-by-play (51:58)
• Gennaro "Coach G" Bonaventura, Fairmont State men's wrestling head coach and new Director of Wrestling on the addition of women's wrestling at Fairmont State (1:30:28)

]]>6447falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-portal-shrinks--71126777https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71126777Fri, 03 Apr 2026 06:13:00 +0000MetroNews5479falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-spring-renewal-arrives--70909992https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70909992Fri, 27 Mar 2026 06:12:00 +0000MetroNews5590falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/state-tournament-season--70830872https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70830872Fri, 20 Mar 2026 15:16:00 +0000MetroNewsMichael Minnich of Connect-Bridgeport makes his first appearance as a co-host with Alex Wiederspiel.5567falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/girls-basketball-field-set-boys-basketball-regionals-underway--70515559https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70515559Fri, 06 Mar 2026 21:42:54 +0000MetroNews5396falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/win-or-go-home-begins--70374122https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70374122Fri, 27 Feb 2026 13:58:00 +0000MetroNews7242falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/regional-season-in-west-virginia--70182150https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70182150Fri, 20 Feb 2026 22:23:34 +0000MetroNews5657falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-stretch-run-approaches--70030434https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70030434Fri, 13 Feb 2026 20:05:00 +0000MetroNews6499falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-brief-winter-respite--69882931https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69882931Sat, 07 Feb 2026 01:12:00 +0000MetroNews5404falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-winter-weather-coach-show--69675637

• RCB Head Boys Basketball Coach Basil Lucas (0:00)
• RCB Play-by-play commentator Bill Nestor (15:33)
• South Harrison Head Boys Basketball Coach Zak Bart (42:45)
• Bridgeport radio contributor and statewide power rankings voter Chris George (52:50)
• Lincoln Head Boys Basketball Coach Jordan Toth (1:19:40)
• East Fairmont AD and Heath Girls Basketball Coach James Beckman (1:30:20)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69675637Fri, 30 Jan 2026 20:07:18 +0000MetroNewsOn today's winter-weather inspired show: - RCB Head Boys Basketball Coach Basil Lucas (0:00) - RCB Play-by-play commentator Bill Nestor (15:33) - South Harrison Head Boys Basketball Coach Zak Bart (42:45) - Bridgeport radio contributor and statewide...

• RCB Head Boys Basketball Coach Basil Lucas (0:00)
• RCB Play-by-play commentator Bill Nestor (15:33)
• South Harrison Head Boys Basketball Coach Zak Bart (42:45)
• Bridgeport radio contributor and statewide power rankings voter Chris George (52:50)
• Lincoln Head Boys Basketball Coach Jordan Toth (1:19:40)
• East Fairmont AD and Heath Girls Basketball Coach James Beckman (1:30:20)

]]>6194falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bridgeport-is-hot-south-harrison-s-getting-hot-rcb-fans-on-the-edge-of-their-seats--69588604https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69588604Fri, 23 Jan 2026 20:12:00 +0000MetroNews5385falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bridgeport-s-hot-streak-rcb-and-east-fairmont-winning-close-south-harrison-rebounds--69462515https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69462515Sat, 17 Jan 2026 02:53:00 +0000MetroNews5644falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bridgeport-beats-rcb-twice-south-harrison-s-streak-grows-lincoln-and-others-in-action--69363162https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69363162Fri, 09 Jan 2026 18:52:00 +0000MetroNews5309falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/new-year-same-free-for-all--69271759https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69271759Fri, 02 Jan 2026 19:54:00 +0000MetroNews5453falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holiday-tournament-season-let-it-snow--69138478https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69138478Fri, 19 Dec 2025 21:40:23 +0000MetroNewsP5528falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/basketball-takes-over--69049032https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69049032Mon, 15 Dec 2025 03:05:16 +0000MetroNewsWe discuss East Fairmont girls basketball, South Harrison and RCB boys, Bridgeport boys and girls, Tucker and Elkins basketball, Lincoln and some statewide stories. 5597falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/final-round-fight--68889084https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68889084Fri, 05 Dec 2025 18:45:00 +0000MetroNews5495falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/semifinal-round-the-best-of-the-best--68808393https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68808393Fri, 28 Nov 2025 17:19:00 +0000MetroNewsOur usual cast of characters plus Philip Barbour head coach Nic Mayle and Doddridge County head coach Bobby Burnside join the program. 5319falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/quarterfinal-round-is-there-a-cinderella-left--68665211https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68665211Fri, 21 Nov 2025 18:27:49 +0000MetroNews5578falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/week-12-will-we-have-upsets--68595058https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68595058Fri, 14 Nov 2025 17:40:00 +0000MetroNews5713falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/week-11-calculator-szn--68454523

• Sean McNamara, North Marion (2:50)
• Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd (9:42)
• Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour (24:41)
• Travis Jones, Bridgeport (38:54)
• Chris George, Bridgeport (50:07)
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln (1:01:12)
• Fred Persinger, High School Game Night (1:15:23)
• BONUS: Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach (1:33:17)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68454523Sat, 08 Nov 2025 00:03:00 +0000MetroNewsToday's guests: - Sean McNamara, North Marion (2:50) - Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd (9:42) - Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour (24:41) - Travis Jones, Bridgeport (38:54) - Chris George, Bridgeport (50:07) - Craig Dutton, Lincoln (1:01:12) - Fred...

• Sean McNamara, North Marion (2:50)
• Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd (9:42)
• Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour (24:41)
• Travis Jones, Bridgeport (38:54)
• Chris George, Bridgeport (50:07)
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln (1:01:12)
• Fred Persinger, High School Game Night (1:15:23)
• BONUS: Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach (1:33:17)

]]>6227falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/week-10-spooky-season--68403409https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68403409Fri, 31 Oct 2025 19:23:00 +0000MetroNews5362falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/week-9-must-win-games--68289532https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68289532Fri, 24 Oct 2025 16:17:00 +0000MetroNewsThe crew previews all the action this week across North Central West Virginia.5607falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/week-8-the-playoff-push--68171679

• Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach (2:21)
• Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd play-by-play (10:28)
• John Bord, Grafton play-by-play (19:38)
• Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour play-by-play (25:20)
• Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play (34:03)
• Chris George, High School football analyst (45:44)
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln play-by-play (57:25)
• Sean McNamara, North Marion play-by-play (1:09:15)
• Fred Persinger, Statewide Sportsline (1:15:55)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68171679Fri, 17 Oct 2025 22:25:29 +0000MetroNewsToday's show features: - Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach (2:21) - Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd play-by-play (10:28) - John Bord, Grafton play-by-play (19:38) - Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour play-by-play (25:20) - Travis Jones, Bridgeport...

• Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach (2:21)
• Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd play-by-play (10:28)
• John Bord, Grafton play-by-play (19:38)
• Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour play-by-play (25:20)
• Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play (34:03)
• Chris George, High School football analyst (45:44)
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln play-by-play (57:25)
• Sean McNamara, North Marion play-by-play (1:09:15)
• Fred Persinger, Statewide Sportsline (1:15:55)

]]>5334falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-tribute-to-chris-johnson--68170887
Consider this our tribute to Chris. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68170887Thu, 16 Oct 2025 22:51:00 +0000MetroNewsThe Oct. 10, 2025 show is entirely about Chris Johnson, the longest tenured host of this show who tragically and unexpectedly died on September 29, 2025.  Consider this our tribute to Chris. 
Consider this our tribute to Chris. ]]>5283falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-missing-man--68000153

• Greg Carey, MetroNews reporter
• Bill Nestor, RCB play-by-play
• Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour play-by-play
• Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play
• Chris George, Bridgeport analys
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln play-by-play
• John Bord, Grafton play-by-play
• Fred Persinger, High School Game Night
• Sean McNamara, North Marion play-by-play
• Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68000153Fri, 03 Oct 2025 14:16:57 +0000MetroNewsOur first episode after the loss of Chris Johnson features: - Greg Carey, MetroNews reporter - Bill Nestor, RCB play-by-play - Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour play-by-play - Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play - Chris George, Bridgeport analys - Craig...

• Greg Carey, MetroNews reporter
• Bill Nestor, RCB play-by-play
• Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour play-by-play
• Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play
• Chris George, Bridgeport analys
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln play-by-play
• John Bord, Grafton play-by-play
• Fred Persinger, High School Game Night
• Sean McNamara, North Marion play-by-play
• Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach

]]>6948falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flying-solo--67903152

• Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach (1:38)
• Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour play-by-play (10:36)
• Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd play-by-play (19:30)
• Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play (30:02)
• Chris George, Bridgeport analyst (41:07)
• Sean McNamara, North Marion play-by-play (59:29)
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln play-by-play (1:07:47)
• Fred Persinger, MetroNews High School GameNight (1:15:26)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67903152Fri, 26 Sep 2025 15:49:41 +0000MetroNewsOn today's show: - Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach (1:38) - Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour play-by-play (10:36) - Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd play-by-play (19:30) - Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play (30:02) - Chris George, Bridgeport...

• Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach (1:38)
• Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour play-by-play (10:36)
• Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd play-by-play (19:30)
• Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play (30:02)
• Chris George, Bridgeport analyst (41:07)
• Sean McNamara, North Marion play-by-play (59:29)
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln play-by-play (1:07:47)
• Fred Persinger, MetroNews High School GameNight (1:15:26)

]]>5374falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/first-wvssac-playoff-ratings--67821915

• Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach (2:26)
• Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd play-by-play (11:28)
• Sean McNamara, North Marion play-by-play (21:37)
• Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour play-by-play (31:35)
• Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play (43:43)
• Chris George, Bridgeport analyst (52:50)
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln play-by-play (1:07:20)
• John Bord, Grafton play-by-play (1:17:06)
• Fred Persinger, High School Game Night (1:22:35)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67821915Fri, 19 Sep 2025 13:47:52 +0000MetroNewsThe first playoff ratings are out. They don't mean much, but that won't stop us from talking about them. - Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach (2:26) - Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd play-by-play (11:28) - Sean McNamara, North Marion play-by-play...

• Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach (2:26)
• Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd play-by-play (11:28)
• Sean McNamara, North Marion play-by-play (21:37)
• Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour play-by-play (31:35)
• Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play (43:43)
• Chris George, Bridgeport analyst (52:50)
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln play-by-play (1:07:20)
• John Bord, Grafton play-by-play (1:17:06)
• Fred Persinger, High School Game Night (1:22:35)

]]>5580falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ff4a-bonus-segment-week-three-recap--67798188https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67798188Wed, 17 Sep 2025 18:47:37 +0000MetroNews1971falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/all-the-games-are-final-right--67735221

• Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach (2:54)
• Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd play-by-play (11:10)
• Sean McNamara, North Marion play-by-play (22:27)
• Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour play-by-play (30:44)
• Travis, Jones Bridgeport play-by-play (42:30)
• Chris George, Bridgeport color commentator (53:36)
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln play-by-play (1:05:20)
• Bobby Beltner, Grafton play-by-play (1:17:17)
• Fred Persinger, High School Game Night (1:22:17)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67735221Fri, 12 Sep 2025 14:16:04 +0000MetroNewsOn today's show: - Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach (2:54) - Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd play-by-play (11:10) - Sean McNamara, North Marion play-by-play (22:27) - Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour play-by-play (30:44) - Travis, Jones Bridgeport...

• Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach (2:54)
• Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd play-by-play (11:10)
• Sean McNamara, North Marion play-by-play (22:27)
• Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour play-by-play (30:44)
• Travis, Jones Bridgeport play-by-play (42:30)
• Chris George, Bridgeport color commentator (53:36)
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln play-by-play (1:05:20)
• Bobby Beltner, Grafton play-by-play (1:17:17)
• Fred Persinger, High School Game Night (1:22:17)

]]>5474falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ff4a-bonus-segment-week-two-recap--67693489https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67693489Tue, 09 Sep 2025 19:06:59 +0000MetroNewsNow that the final game is finally over, we recap the local action from Week 2 in this bonus segment. 2042falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rivalry-renewed-in-lost-creek-history-in-bridgeport--67644980

• Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach (8:50)
• Sean McNamara, North Marion play-by-play (15:55)
• Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd play-by-play (22:43)
• Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour analyst (34:38)
• Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play (44:36)
• Chris George, Bridgeport analyst (55:55)
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln play-by-play (1:07:34)
• John Bord, Grafton play-by-play (1:14:48)
• Fred Persinger, High School Game Night (1:20:48)
• Chris & Alex Bonus Segment (1:31:05)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67644980Fri, 05 Sep 2025 14:37:45 +0000MetroNewsA very busy week of high school football kicks off with the Friday Free for All: - Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach (8:50) - Sean McNamara, North Marion play-by-play (15:55) - Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd play-by-play (22:43) - Brian Bibey,...

• Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach (8:50)
• Sean McNamara, North Marion play-by-play (15:55)
• Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd play-by-play (22:43)
• Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour analyst (34:38)
• Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play (44:36)
• Chris George, Bridgeport analyst (55:55)
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln play-by-play (1:07:34)
• John Bord, Grafton play-by-play (1:14:48)
• Fred Persinger, High School Game Night (1:20:48)
• Chris & Alex Bonus Segment (1:31:05)

]]>6136falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ff4a-bonus-segment-week-one-recap--67620408https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67620408Wed, 03 Sep 2025 16:52:16 +0000MetroNewsA 20-minute recap of everything from week one with Alex and Chris. 1206falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rcb-triumphant-to-kick-off-week-1-2025--67553090

• Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach (4:41)
• Sean McNamara, North Marion play-by-play (12:50)
• Bill Nestor, RCB play-by-play (20:18)
• Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour radio analyst (31:15)
• Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play (43:12)
• Chris George, Bridgeport radio analyst and mountain counties football correspondent (54:16)
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln play-by-play (1:04:15)
• John Bord, Grafton play-by-play (1:12:02)
• Fred Persinger, High School Game Night (1:20:32)
• BONUS: Mark Sampson, Fairmont Senior Head Coach (1:30:20)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67553090Fri, 29 Aug 2025 13:30:00 +0000MetroNewsFootball. Is. Back. Here are today's guests. - Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach (4:41) - Sean McNamara, North Marion play-by-play (12:50) - Bill Nestor, RCB play-by-play (20:18) - Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour radio analyst (31:15) - Travis...

• Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach (4:41)
• Sean McNamara, North Marion play-by-play (12:50)
• Bill Nestor, RCB play-by-play (20:18)
• Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour radio analyst (31:15)
• Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play (43:12)
• Chris George, Bridgeport radio analyst and mountain counties football correspondent (54:16)
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln play-by-play (1:04:15)
• John Bord, Grafton play-by-play (1:12:02)
• Fred Persinger, High School Game Night (1:20:32)
• BONUS: Mark Sampson, Fairmont Senior Head Coach (1:30:20)

]]>6402falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/free-for-all-sideline-edition-doddridge-braxton--67478494

• Bill Nestor, RCB play-by-play previews RCB vs. Lewis County (3:24)
• Bobby Burnside, Doddridge County Head Coach (21:38)
• Ezra Lewis, Braxton County Head Coach (39:38)
• Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport and Free for All co-host (55:46)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67478494Fri, 22 Aug 2025 14:27:59 +0000MetroNewsOn today's show: - Bill Nestor, RCB play-by-play previews RCB vs. Lewis County (3:24) - Bobby Burnside, Doddridge County Head Coach (21:38) - Ezra Lewis, Braxton County Head Coach (39:38) - Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport and Free for All co-host...

• Bill Nestor, RCB play-by-play previews RCB vs. Lewis County (3:24)
• Bobby Burnside, Doddridge County Head Coach (21:38)
• Ezra Lewis, Braxton County Head Coach (39:38)
• Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport and Free for All co-host (55:46)

]]>5552falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/free-for-all-sideline-edition-rcb-lincoln--67378641

• Greg Carey of MetroNews on NIL in West Virginia and how to evaluate teams in August camps (3:35)
• Chris Johnson of Connect-Bridgeport joins the show (25:01)
• Austin Scott, Head Coach of Robert C. Byrd football (47:05)
• Rob Hawkins, Head Coach of Lincoln football (1:04:48)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67378641Fri, 15 Aug 2025 15:10:18 +0000MetroNewsOn today's show: - Greg Carey of MetroNews on NIL in West Virginia and how to evaluate teams in August camps (3:35) - Chris Johnson of Connect-Bridgeport joins the show (25:01) - Austin Scott, Head Coach of Robert C. Byrd football (47:05) - Rob...

• Greg Carey of MetroNews on NIL in West Virginia and how to evaluate teams in August camps (3:35)
• Chris Johnson of Connect-Bridgeport joins the show (25:01)
• Austin Scott, Head Coach of Robert C. Byrd football (47:05)
• Rob Hawkins, Head Coach of Lincoln football (1:04:48)

]]>5708falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/free-for-all-sideline-edition-marion-county-double-feature--67215275
Meanwhile, it's a Marion County double feature as Shane Eakle of East Fairmont joins the show (26:24). A little late, we hear from North Marion's Daran Hays (1:01:01). 

 Alex and Chris wrap up talking high school sports movies (1:31:38). ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67215275Fri, 01 Aug 2025 13:31:58 +0000MetroNewsGuests today include Chris George on the finale of the WV Legion Baseball Tournament and some takeaways from the Pirates trade deadline (3:26). Meanwhile, it's a Marion County double feature as Shane Eakle of East Fairmont joins the show (26:24). A...
Meanwhile, it's a Marion County double feature as Shane Eakle of East Fairmont joins the show (26:24). A little late, we hear from North Marion's Daran Hays (1:01:01). 

 Alex and Chris wrap up talking high school sports movies (1:31:38). ]]>6483falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/free-for-all-sideline-edition-nick-mayle-philip-barbour--67111494
Other guests today include:

• Chris George on the State Legion Baseball Tournament (3:48)
• Luke Blain of WV Sports Now on Best Virginia and WVU basketball (21:30)
• Chris Johnson and I give a thought for every team in the region (43:35)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67111494Fri, 25 Jul 2025 13:37:43 +0000MetroNewsOur romp through the coaching ranks continues with our main guest today, Philip Barbour's Nick Mayle (1:10:26).  Other guests today include: - Chris George on the State Legion Baseball Tournament (3:48) - Luke Blain of WV Sports Now on Best...
Other guests today include:

• Chris George on the State Legion Baseball Tournament (3:48)
• Luke Blain of WV Sports Now on Best Virginia and WVU basketball (21:30)
• Chris Johnson and I give a thought for every team in the region (43:35)

]]>6392falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/free-for-all-sideline-edition-tyler-phares-bridgeport--67028066

• Chris George on Legion Baseball tournaments (3:50)
• Craig Dutton on storylines around the state (1:10:07)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67028066Fri, 18 Jul 2025 14:12:53 +0000MetroNewsIn our next conversation with a local head coach, Bridgeport's Tyler Phares talks about West Virginia's Big Red Machine (46:55). Other guests today include: - Chris George on Legion Baseball tournaments (3:50) - Craig Dutton on storylines around the...

• Chris George on Legion Baseball tournaments (3:50)
• Craig Dutton on storylines around the state (1:10:07)

]]>7346falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/free-for-all-sideline-edition-brett-hathaway-south-harrison--66944963

• Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport (2:24)
• Michael Minnich, WVNews.com & Eric Little, "The Eric Little High School Football Podcast" (46:55)
• Chris George, WKMZ on Legion Baseball, JJ Wetherholt and the Pirates (1:04:56)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66944963Fri, 11 Jul 2025 14:34:05 +0000MetroNewsThe holidays are over. Saddle up, it's gridiron time. In our first coach interview of the new season, we talk with South Harrison's Brett Hathaway (26:57). Other guests today include: - Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport (2:24) - Michael Minnich,...

• Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport (2:24)
• Michael Minnich, WVNews.com & Eric Little, "The Eric Little High School Football Podcast" (46:55)
• Chris George, WKMZ on Legion Baseball, JJ Wetherholt and the Pirates (1:04:56)

]]>5332falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/remembering-rha-rha-garrett--66771653

• Chris George, Legion Baseball President (2:57)
• Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd play-by-play (24:08)
• Greg Carey, MetroNews (1:12:49)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66771653Fri, 27 Jun 2025 13:22:21 +0000MetroNewsToday's guests: - Chris George, Legion Baseball President (2:57) - Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd play-by-play (24:08) - Greg Carey, MetroNews (1:12:49)

• Chris George, Legion Baseball President (2:57)
• Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd play-by-play (24:08)
• Greg Carey, MetroNews (1:12:49)

]]>5605falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/all-state-lists-arrive-and-football-is-next--66652499

• Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport (8:00)
• Chris George, WKMZ (36:41)
• Dr. Javier Cardenas, Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute / Director of Concussion and Brain Injury Center (1:17:50)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66652499Fri, 20 Jun 2025 13:23:28 +0000MetroNewsGuests today include: - Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport (8:00) - Chris George, WKMZ (36:41) - Dr. Javier Cardenas, Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute / Director of Concussion and Brain Injury Center (1:17:50)

• Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport (8:00)
• Chris George, WKMZ (36:41)
• Dr. Javier Cardenas, Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute / Director of Concussion and Brain Injury Center (1:17:50)

]]>5431falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-final-out-on-baseball-season--66570739https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66570739Mon, 16 Jun 2025 03:14:46 +0000MetroNewsToday's guests include Chris George, Chris Johnson, and Greg Carey. 4328falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/school-s-out-for-the-tourney--66419750

• Chris George, Bridgeport play-by-play and baseball analyst (5:07)
• Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport and co-host (37:27)
• Michael Minnich, WVNews.com & ESPN+ (1:05:29)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66419750Fri, 06 Jun 2025 14:15:14 +0000MetroNewsOn today's show discussing the High School Baseball Tournament: - Chris George, Bridgeport play-by-play and baseball analyst (5:07) - Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport and co-host (37:27) - Michael Minnich, WVNews.com & ESPN+ (1:05:29)

• Chris George, Bridgeport play-by-play and baseball analyst (5:07)
• Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport and co-host (37:27)
• Michael Minnich, WVNews.com & ESPN+ (1:05:29)

]]>5251falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rain-won-t-go-away--66339214

• Chris George, Bridgeport play-by-play on Bridgeport's Game 1 loss and other baseball regional action in NCWV (4:00)
• Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport on baseball, track and his favorite moments of the rapidly ending 24-25 school year (32:51)
• Chris George rejoins the show to talk WVU Baseball and the Pirates (57:44)
• Greg Carey on the state high school softball tourney (1:14:20)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66339214Fri, 30 May 2025 13:07:54 +0000MetroNewsToday's guests: - Chris George, Bridgeport play-by-play on Bridgeport's Game 1 loss and other baseball regional action in NCWV (4:00) - Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport on baseball, track and his favorite moments of the rapidly ending 24-25 school...

• Chris George, Bridgeport play-by-play on Bridgeport's Game 1 loss and other baseball regional action in NCWV (4:00)
• Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport on baseball, track and his favorite moments of the rapidly ending 24-25 school year (32:51)
• Chris George rejoins the show to talk WVU Baseball and the Pirates (57:44)
• Greg Carey on the state high school softball tourney (1:14:20)

]]>5554falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-stakes-are-higher--66226350

• Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport, on major storylines around the state (3:00)
• Chris George, WKMZ, breaking down regional action and WVU postseason baseball (38:57)
• Eli Brady, Fairmont Senior student broadcaster, on the Polar Bears quest for their first ever win at the State High School Baseball Tournament (1:18:10)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66226350Fri, 23 May 2025 13:16:54 +0000MetroNewsOur guests today: - Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport, on major storylines around the state (3:00) - Chris George, WKMZ, breaking down regional action and WVU postseason baseball (38:57) - Eli Brady, Fairmont Senior student broadcaster, on the Polar...

• Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport, on major storylines around the state (3:00)
• Chris George, WKMZ, breaking down regional action and WVU postseason baseball (38:57)
• Eli Brady, Fairmont Senior student broadcaster, on the Polar Bears quest for their first ever win at the State High School Baseball Tournament (1:18:10)

]]>5623falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-playoffs-are-here--66016327

• Chris George, Bridgeport play-by-play on BHS and the Big 10 (2:59)
• Kaden Shoaf, Salem University SID (22:15)
• Greg Carey, MetroNews (36:40)
• Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport (57:18)
• BONUS: John Carpenter, Philip Barbour baseball coach (1:38:53)

EDITOR'S NOTE: Due to an audio issue, the original air date episode that featured PBHS head coach John Carpenter had to be unpublished. This is a re-publishing of that interview with the original audio file attached as a bonus interview. 
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66016327Fri, 09 May 2025 13:12:07 +0000MetroNewsThe High School baseball and softball postseasons have arrived. - Chris George, Bridgeport play-by-play on BHS and the Big 10 (2:59) - Kaden Shoaf, Salem University SID (22:15) - Greg Carey, MetroNews (36:40) - Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport...

• Chris George, Bridgeport play-by-play on BHS and the Big 10 (2:59)
• Kaden Shoaf, Salem University SID (22:15)
• Greg Carey, MetroNews (36:40)
• Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport (57:18)
• BONUS: John Carpenter, Philip Barbour baseball coach (1:38:53)

EDITOR'S NOTE: Due to an audio issue, the original air date episode that featured PBHS head coach John Carpenter had to be unpublished. This is a re-publishing of that interview with the original audio file attached as a bonus interview. 
]]>6812falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dave-marshall-s-coaching-philosophy-baustin-bowers-heads-to-wesleyan--65855425

• Chris George, Bridgeport play-by-play (2:04)
• Dave Marshall, Bridgeport boy's basketball coach (20:51)
• Bill Nestor, on Baustin Bowers signing with Wesleyan (41:52)
• Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport, wraps the show (1:03:02)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65855425Fri, 02 May 2025 13:35:19 +0000MetroNewsOn today's show: - Chris George, Bridgeport play-by-play (2:04) - Dave Marshall, Bridgeport boy's basketball coach (20:51) - Bill Nestor, on Baustin Bowers signing with Wesleyan (41:52) - Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport, wraps the show (1:03:02)

• Chris George, Bridgeport play-by-play (2:04)
• Dave Marshall, Bridgeport boy's basketball coach (20:51)
• Bill Nestor, on Baustin Bowers signing with Wesleyan (41:52)
• Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport, wraps the show (1:03:02)

]]>5822falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bridgeport-bounces-back--65774376

• Chris George, WKMZ, takes us around the region (2:20)
• Greg Carey, MetroNews, on WVU Baseball (31:53)
• Zak Bart, South Harrison head boys basketball coach (50:26)
• Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport (1:05:41)

PUBLISHER'S NOTE: The Zak Bart interview is a re-air of a previous interview due to technical issues. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65774376Sat, 26 Apr 2025 03:21:00 +0000MetroNewsIn our latest episode: - Chris George, WKMZ, takes us around the region (2:20) - Greg Carey, MetroNews, on WVU Baseball (31:53) - Zak Bart, South Harrison head boys basketball coach (50:26) - Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport (1:05:41) PUBLISHER'S...

• Chris George, WKMZ, takes us around the region (2:20)
• Greg Carey, MetroNews, on WVU Baseball (31:53)
• Zak Bart, South Harrison head boys basketball coach (50:26)
• Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport (1:05:41)

PUBLISHER'S NOTE: The Zak Bart interview is a re-air of a previous interview due to technical issues. ]]>5560falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/getting-the-bats-working--65623670

• Chris George, Bridgeport baseball play-by-play and regional analyst (4:36)
• Chris Johnson, FF4A Co-Host & Connect-Bridgeport writer (25:55)
• Greg Smith, Lincoln Cougars baseball coach (47:37)
• Michael Minnich, WVNews.com & ESPN+ (1:07:05)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65623670Fri, 18 Apr 2025 13:15:57 +0000MetroNewsOn today's show: - Chris George, Bridgeport baseball play-by-play and regional analyst (4:36) - Chris Johnson, FF4A Co-Host & Connect-Bridgeport writer (25:55) - Greg Smith, Lincoln Cougars baseball coach (47:37) - Michael Minnich, WVNews.com...

• Chris George, Bridgeport baseball play-by-play and regional analyst (4:36)
• Chris Johnson, FF4A Co-Host & Connect-Bridgeport writer (25:55)
• Greg Smith, Lincoln Cougars baseball coach (47:37)
• Michael Minnich, WVNews.com & ESPN+ (1:07:05)

]]>5380falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-very-big-show--65349371

• Chris George, Bridgeport play-by-play (4:01)
• Derek Bowen, RCB Coach (25:48)
• Michael Minnich, WVNews.com sports editor (44:59)
• Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport and FF4A Co-Host (1:15:08)
• Ron Whiting, Umpire/Ref on passage of legislation to deter official abuse (1:35:25)
• Mike Asti, WV Sports Now Managing Editor on Ross Rodge (1:56:06)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65349371Fri, 04 Apr 2025 14:09:44 +0000MetroNewsOn today's show: - Chris George, Bridgeport play-by-play (4:01) - Derek Bowen, RCB Coach (25:48) - Michael Minnich, WVNews.com sports editor (44:59) - Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport and FF4A Co-Host (1:15:08) - Ron Whiting, Umpire/Ref on passage...

• Chris George, Bridgeport play-by-play (4:01)
• Derek Bowen, RCB Coach (25:48)
• Michael Minnich, WVNews.com sports editor (44:59)
• Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport and FF4A Co-Host (1:15:08)
• Ron Whiting, Umpire/Ref on passage of legislation to deter official abuse (1:35:25)
• Mike Asti, WV Sports Now Managing Editor on Ross Rodge (1:56:06)

]]>7906falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/spring-is-here-bridgeport-s-title-run-south-harrison-baseball-and-more--65188823

• SEGMENT 1: Chris George, Bridgeport baseball play-by-play (2:50)
• SEGMENT 2: Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport and FF4A Co-Host (27:58)
• SEGMENT 3: Travis Jones, final word on the boy's basketball tournament (43:13)
• SEGMENT 4: Frank Tate, South Harrison baseball coach (1:05:39)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65188823Fri, 28 Mar 2025 13:08:02 +0000MetroNewsSpring is here! And as a result, we wrap our talk on basketball and look to baseball. - SEGMENT 1: Chris George, Bridgeport baseball play-by-play (2:50) - SEGMENT 2: Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport and FF4A Co-Host (27:58) - SEGMENT 3: Travis...

• SEGMENT 1: Chris George, Bridgeport baseball play-by-play (2:50)
• SEGMENT 2: Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport and FF4A Co-Host (27:58)
• SEGMENT 3: Travis Jones, final word on the boy's basketball tournament (43:13)
• SEGMENT 4: Frank Tate, South Harrison baseball coach (1:05:39)

]]>5211falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-basketball-nexus-2-0--65013639

• SEG1: Mike Asti, WV Sports Now managing editor on the Devries departure and who his replacement might be (2:18)
• SEG2: Jeff Rogers, Philip Barbour play-by-play, looks back on the whole season for boys and girls basketball (37:56)
• SEG3: Travis Jones, State Tournament play-by-play (47:07)
• SEG4: Chris George, Bridgeport and Tucker County radio (57:24)
• SEG5: Craig Dutton, Lincoln play-by-play, looks back on the whole season for boys and girls basketball (1:12:16)
• SEG6: Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport and FF4A Co-Host on location at State Tournament (1:20:40)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65013639Fri, 21 Mar 2025 13:06:25 +0000MetroNewsSomehow, basketball still swirls at full force in WV this week thanks to the shocking departure of WVU's Darian Devries. - SEG1: Mike Asti, WV Sports Now managing editor on the Devries departure and who his replacement might be (2:18) - SEG2: Jeff...

• SEG1: Mike Asti, WV Sports Now managing editor on the Devries departure and who his replacement might be (2:18)
• SEG2: Jeff Rogers, Philip Barbour play-by-play, looks back on the whole season for boys and girls basketball (37:56)
• SEG3: Travis Jones, State Tournament play-by-play (47:07)
• SEG4: Chris George, Bridgeport and Tucker County radio (57:24)
• SEG5: Craig Dutton, Lincoln play-by-play, looks back on the whole season for boys and girls basketball (1:12:16)
• SEG6: Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport and FF4A Co-Host on location at State Tournament (1:20:40)

]]>5671falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-basketball-nexus--64880555

• FIRST SEGMENT: Chris George, radio analyst and play-by-play on Bridgeport, Elkins, Tucker County and more (5:15)
• SECOND SEGMENT: Bill Nestor, radio analyst and play-by-play on RCB, Liberty-Doddridge, South Harrison and West Virginia Wesleyan (25:23)
• THIRD SEGMENT: Travis Jones, radio play-by-play on the girl's tournament results and Fairmont State women's and men's D2 NCAA Tournament appearances (50:59)
• FOURTH SEGMENT: Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport and FF4A Co-Host (1:01:22)
• FINAL SEGMENT: Paul Burnside, Doddridge County Head Coach (1:28:10)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64880555Fri, 14 Mar 2025 13:08:14 +0000MetroNewsGirls state tournament semifinals, boys tournament field set, Fairmont State D2 tourney action and more. - FIRST SEGMENT: Chris George, radio analyst and play-by-play on Bridgeport, Elkins, Tucker County and more (5:15) - SECOND SEGMENT: Bill...

• FIRST SEGMENT: Chris George, radio analyst and play-by-play on Bridgeport, Elkins, Tucker County and more (5:15)
• SECOND SEGMENT: Bill Nestor, radio analyst and play-by-play on RCB, Liberty-Doddridge, South Harrison and West Virginia Wesleyan (25:23)
• THIRD SEGMENT: Travis Jones, radio play-by-play on the girl's tournament results and Fairmont State women's and men's D2 NCAA Tournament appearances (50:59)
• FOURTH SEGMENT: Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport and FF4A Co-Host (1:01:22)
• FINAL SEGMENT: Paul Burnside, Doddridge County Head Coach (1:28:10)

]]>5634falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/it-s-here--64749607

• SEGMENT 1: Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport & FF4A Co-Host (0:00)
• SEGMENT 2: Bill Nestor, RCB and South Harrison radio (26:06)
• SEGMENT 3: Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play (51:52)
• SEGMENT 4: Chris George, Bridgeport radio (1:01:01)
• SEGMENT 5: Jeff Rogers, Philip Barbour radio (1:12:46)
• SEGMENT 6: Craig Dutton, Lincoln radio (1:23:43)
• BONUS SEGMENT: Sean McNamara, East Fairmont radio (1:32:32)
• BONUS SEGMENT: Luke Wiggs, MEC Tournament coverage (1:40:51)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64749607Fri, 07 Mar 2025 15:23:11 +0000MetroNewsThe field is set for the girls basketball tournament. The regional field is set for the boys tournament. We break it all down. - SEGMENT 1: Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport & FF4A Co-Host (0:00) - SEGMENT 2: Bill Nestor, RCB and South Harrison...

• SEGMENT 1: Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport & FF4A Co-Host (0:00)
• SEGMENT 2: Bill Nestor, RCB and South Harrison radio (26:06)
• SEGMENT 3: Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play (51:52)
• SEGMENT 4: Chris George, Bridgeport radio (1:01:01)
• SEGMENT 5: Jeff Rogers, Philip Barbour radio (1:12:46)
• SEGMENT 6: Craig Dutton, Lincoln radio (1:23:43)
• BONUS SEGMENT: Sean McNamara, East Fairmont radio (1:32:32)
• BONUS SEGMENT: Luke Wiggs, MEC Tournament coverage (1:40:51)

]]>7621falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pulling-a-double-double--64495203

• A quick preview of girls basketball regional matchups (0:00)
• Bill Nestor, on RCB boys basketball, South Harrison boys basketball and West Virginia Wesleyan men's and women's basketball (7:40)
• Travis Jones, on Bridgeport boy's basketball and Fairmont State men's and women's basketball (34:37)
• Chris George, on Bridgeport boys and girls basketball and Tucker County boys and girls basketball (46:49)
• Craig Dutton, on Lincoln boys and girls basketball and regional matchups (1:01:27)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64495203Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:41:09 +0000MetroNewsEveryone's pushing just a little bit harder through all the make-up dates in February. As a result, we're all on double duty. - A quick preview of girls basketball regional matchups (0:00) - Bill Nestor, on RCB boys basketball, South Harrison boys...

• A quick preview of girls basketball regional matchups (0:00)
• Bill Nestor, on RCB boys basketball, South Harrison boys basketball and West Virginia Wesleyan men's and women's basketball (7:40)
• Travis Jones, on Bridgeport boy's basketball and Fairmont State men's and women's basketball (34:37)
• Chris George, on Bridgeport boys and girls basketball and Tucker County boys and girls basketball (46:49)
• Craig Dutton, on Lincoln boys and girls basketball and regional matchups (1:01:27)

]]>5267falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/for-the-love-of-ball--64384464

• Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport & FF4A Co-Host (0:00)
• Zak Bart, Liberty boys basketball head coach (19:51)
• Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd boys and WVWC men's and women's basketball play-by-play (31:10)
• Travis Jones, Bridgeport boys and Fairmont State men's basketball play-by-play (51:40)
• Chris George, Bridgeport boys and girls basketball radio and Tucker County analyst (1:05:12)
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln boys basketball play-by-play and expert bracketologist (1:26:19)
• Sean McNamara, Fairmont State women's basketball & East Fairmont basketball (1:37:13)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64384464Fri, 14 Feb 2025 22:19:54 +0000MetroNewsThe latest on the hardwood: - Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport & FF4A Co-Host (0:00) - Zak Bart, Liberty boys basketball head coach (19:51) - Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd boys and WVWC men's and women's basketball play-by-play (31:10) - Travis...

• Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport & FF4A Co-Host (0:00)
• Zak Bart, Liberty boys basketball head coach (19:51)
• Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd boys and WVWC men's and women's basketball play-by-play (31:10)
• Travis Jones, Bridgeport boys and Fairmont State men's basketball play-by-play (51:40)
• Chris George, Bridgeport boys and girls basketball radio and Tucker County analyst (1:05:12)
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln boys basketball play-by-play and expert bracketologist (1:26:19)
• Sean McNamara, Fairmont State women's basketball & East Fairmont basketball (1:37:13)

]]>6350falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-sprint-to-the-buzzer--64252614

• Jeff Rogers, Philip Barbour girls play-by-play (9:46)
• Bill Nestor, RCB boys and Wesleyan play-by-play (22:16)
• Sean McNamara, East Fairmont boys and girls play-by-play (31:53)
• Travis Jones, Bridgeport boys and Fairmont State men play-by-play (43:02)
• Chris George, Bridgeport boys and girls radio and Tucker County (57:06)
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln boys and girls play-by-play (1:17:11)
• BONUS SEGMENT: Chris Johnson and Alex debrief (1:29:20)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64252614Fri, 07 Feb 2025 16:38:27 +0000MetroNewsGreat boys and girls basketball games up and down the region now that the weather is cooperating.  - Jeff Rogers, Philip Barbour girls play-by-play (9:46) - Bill Nestor, RCB boys and Wesleyan play-by-play (22:16) - Sean McNamara, East Fairmont boys...

• Jeff Rogers, Philip Barbour girls play-by-play (9:46)
• Bill Nestor, RCB boys and Wesleyan play-by-play (22:16)
• Sean McNamara, East Fairmont boys and girls play-by-play (31:53)
• Travis Jones, Bridgeport boys and Fairmont State men play-by-play (43:02)
• Chris George, Bridgeport boys and girls radio and Tucker County (57:06)
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln boys and girls play-by-play (1:17:11)
• BONUS SEGMENT: Chris Johnson and Alex debrief (1:29:20)

]]>6242falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/game-on-bridgeport-dominates-rcb-ascends-east-fairmont-dazzles--64084702

• Chris Johnson on the commitment of Carter Zuiliani to Bridgeport (0:00)
• Sean McNamara on East Fairmont girls and boys plus Fairmont State women (13:45)
• Bill Nestor on Robert C. Byrd boys basketball plus Wesleyan women and men (24:07)
• Travis Jones on Bridgeport boys basketball and Fairmont State men (45:46)
• Chris George on Bridgeport boys and girls basketball and Tucker County boys and girls (59:55)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64084702Fri, 31 Jan 2025 15:28:08 +0000MetroNewsOn today's show: - Chris Johnson on the commitment of Carter Zuiliani to Bridgeport (0:00) - Sean McNamara on East Fairmont girls and boys plus Fairmont State women (13:45) - Bill Nestor on Robert C. Byrd boys basketball plus Wesleyan women and men...

• Chris Johnson on the commitment of Carter Zuiliani to Bridgeport (0:00)
• Sean McNamara on East Fairmont girls and boys plus Fairmont State women (13:45)
• Bill Nestor on Robert C. Byrd boys basketball plus Wesleyan women and men (24:07)
• Travis Jones on Bridgeport boys basketball and Fairmont State men (45:46)
• Chris George on Bridgeport boys and girls basketball and Tucker County boys and girls (59:55)

]]>4409falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/signs-of-habitable-playing-conditions--63876454

• Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport & Friday Free for All Co-Host (0:00)
• Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd and West Virginia Wesleyan play-by-play (26:30)
• James Beckman, East Fairmont Girls Basketball Head Coach (37:53)
• Travis Jones, Bridgeport Boys Basketball and Fairmont State play-by-play (49:15)
• Chris George, Bridgeport Girls Basketball and Tucker County (1:04:31)
• Ron "Catman" Whiting, long-time high school and Division I NCAA official (1:15:54)
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln play-by-play, is our BONUS SEGMENT guest talking about the final ever matchup between Lincoln and Liberty (1:35:17)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63876454Fri, 24 Jan 2025 15:06:42 +0000MetroNewsA break in the weather may be approaching. On today's show we hear from: - Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport & Friday Free for All Co-Host (0:00) - Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd and West Virginia Wesleyan play-by-play (26:30) - James Beckman,...

• Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport & Friday Free for All Co-Host (0:00)
• Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd and West Virginia Wesleyan play-by-play (26:30)
• James Beckman, East Fairmont Girls Basketball Head Coach (37:53)
• Travis Jones, Bridgeport Boys Basketball and Fairmont State play-by-play (49:15)
• Chris George, Bridgeport Girls Basketball and Tucker County (1:04:31)
• Ron "Catman" Whiting, long-time high school and Division I NCAA official (1:15:54)
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln play-by-play, is our BONUS SEGMENT guest talking about the final ever matchup between Lincoln and Liberty (1:35:17)

]]>6514falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/shaking-off-the-rust--63726897

• Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport and FF4A Co-Host (2:53)
• Bill Nestor, RCB and West Virginia Wesleyan play-by-play (24:10)
• Travis Jones, Bridgeport and Fairmont State play-by-play (37:54)
• Chris George, Bridgeport & Tucker County boys and girls basketball (51:01)
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln play-by-play (1:05:50)
• Paul Burnside, Doddridge County Boys Basketball Head Coach (1:14:50)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63726897Fri, 17 Jan 2025 14:26:12 +0000MetroNewsWe're back! And some teams even played a game this week. - Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport and FF4A Co-Host (2:53) - Bill Nestor, RCB and West Virginia Wesleyan play-by-play (24:10) - Travis Jones, Bridgeport and Fairmont State play-by-play...

• Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport and FF4A Co-Host (2:53)
• Bill Nestor, RCB and West Virginia Wesleyan play-by-play (24:10)
• Travis Jones, Bridgeport and Fairmont State play-by-play (37:54)
• Chris George, Bridgeport & Tucker County boys and girls basketball (51:01)
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln play-by-play (1:05:50)
• Paul Burnside, Doddridge County Boys Basketball Head Coach (1:14:50)

]]>5412falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/we-re-sort-of-closed--63639333

• Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport and FF4A Co-Host (3:26)
• Bill Nestor, West Virginia Wesleyan's strong start (19:04)
• Travis Jones, Fairmont State's resurgence (37:16)
• Chris George, Tucker County's win over Tug Valley & WVU basketball (50:55)
• Eric Little, Salem's 2024-25 season (1:06:16)
• Stephanie Anderson, Fairmont State Women's Basketball head coach (1:22:37)
• Brad McElhinney, MetroNews statewide correspondent on high school transfer legislation follow up (1:32:58)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63639333Fri, 10 Jan 2025 16:59:58 +0000MetroNewsMost of the week's high school basketball action was cancelled, so we took a different track this week. - Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport and FF4A Co-Host (3:26) - Bill Nestor, West Virginia Wesleyan's strong start (19:04) - Travis Jones,...

• Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport and FF4A Co-Host (3:26)
• Bill Nestor, West Virginia Wesleyan's strong start (19:04)
• Travis Jones, Fairmont State's resurgence (37:16)
• Chris George, Tucker County's win over Tug Valley & WVU basketball (50:55)
• Eric Little, Salem's 2024-25 season (1:06:16)
• Stephanie Anderson, Fairmont State Women's Basketball head coach (1:22:37)
• Brad McElhinney, MetroNews statewide correspondent on high school transfer legislation follow up (1:32:58)

]]>6844falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/can-i-interest-you-in-basketball--63558014

• FIRST SEGMENT: Greg Carey of MetroNews on storylines around the state in boy's and girl's high school basketball (0:00)
• SECOND SEGMENT: Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd play-by-play (27:51)
• THIRD SEGMENT: Jeff Rogers, Philip Barbour play-by-play (43:55)
• FOURTH SEGMENT: Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play (51:18)
• FIFTH SEGMENT: Chris George, radio analyst on Bridgeport boys and girls basketball, Tucker County basketball, and Elkins (1:03:22)
• SIXTH SEGMENT: Sean McNamara, Fairmont State women's basketball color analyst (1:23:28)
• BONUS SEGMENT: Greg Carey of MetroNews on WVU men's and women's hoops (1:38:32)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63558014Fri, 03 Jan 2025 14:36:22 +0000MetroNewsOn today's show: - FIRST SEGMENT: Greg Carey of MetroNews on storylines around the state in boy's and girl's high school basketball (0:00) - SECOND SEGMENT: Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd play-by-play (27:51) - THIRD SEGMENT: Jeff Rogers, Philip...

• FIRST SEGMENT: Greg Carey of MetroNews on storylines around the state in boy's and girl's high school basketball (0:00)
• SECOND SEGMENT: Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd play-by-play (27:51)
• THIRD SEGMENT: Jeff Rogers, Philip Barbour play-by-play (43:55)
• FOURTH SEGMENT: Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play (51:18)
• FIFTH SEGMENT: Chris George, radio analyst on Bridgeport boys and girls basketball, Tucker County basketball, and Elkins (1:03:22)
• SIXTH SEGMENT: Sean McNamara, Fairmont State women's basketball color analyst (1:23:28)
• BONUS SEGMENT: Greg Carey of MetroNews on WVU men's and women's hoops (1:38:32)

]]>6725falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holiday-roads--63487094

• Austin Sparks, South Harrison Boys Basketball Coach
• Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd radio play-by-play
• Jeff Rogers, Philip Barbour radio play-by-play
• Chris George, Bridgeport and Tucker County radio
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln radio play-by-play
• Hartsel Keener, Grafton girls basketball coach

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63487094Fri, 27 Dec 2024 14:39:02 +0000MetroNewsA weekend of holiday tournaments across West Virginia. Today's episode features: - Austin Sparks, South Harrison Boys Basketball Coach - Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd radio play-by-play - Jeff Rogers, Philip Barbour radio play-by-play - Chris George,...

• Austin Sparks, South Harrison Boys Basketball Coach
• Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd radio play-by-play
• Jeff Rogers, Philip Barbour radio play-by-play
• Chris George, Bridgeport and Tucker County radio
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln radio play-by-play
• Hartsel Keener, Grafton girls basketball coach

]]>5380falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-donkey-of-a-show--63416763

• Segment 1: Alex & Chris on state title games (0:00)
• Segment 2: Bill Nestor on RCB Boy's Basketball & West Virginia Wesleyan's women's team (25:49)
• Segment 3: Travis jones on state title games & Bridgeport basketball (50:29)
• Segment 4: Chris George on Bridgeport and Tucker County basketball (1:08:04)
• Segment 5: Craig Dutton on Lincoln, Jeff Rogers on Philip Barbour (1:22:06)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63416763Fri, 20 Dec 2024 15:04:32 +0000MetroNewsIt's a little bit of everything on a hybrid football-basketball episode today. - Segment 1: Alex & Chris on state title games (0:00) - Segment 2: Bill Nestor on RCB Boy's Basketball & West Virginia Wesleyan's women's team (25:49) - Segment...

• Segment 1: Alex & Chris on state title games (0:00)
• Segment 2: Bill Nestor on RCB Boy's Basketball & West Virginia Wesleyan's women's team (25:49)
• Segment 3: Travis jones on state title games & Bridgeport basketball (50:29)
• Segment 4: Chris George on Bridgeport and Tucker County basketball (1:08:04)
• Segment 5: Craig Dutton on Lincoln, Jeff Rogers on Philip Barbour (1:22:06)

]]>5928falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/championship-weekend-eight-deserving-teams--63301506

• FF4A FIRST: Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport and regular FF4A co-host on location in Charleston (0:00)
• FF4A SECOND: Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd play-by-play (31:01)
• FF4A THIRD: Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play and MetroNews Championship Weekend coverage (42:35)
• FF4A FOURTH: Chris George, Bridgeport analyst (1:01:00)
• FF4A FINAL: Greg Carey, MetroNews statewide sports reporter (1:21:19)
• TMS BONUS: Greg Carey, MetroNews statewide sports reporter on the hiring of Rich Rodriguez at WVU (1:37:25)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63301506Fri, 13 Dec 2024 14:01:12 +0000MetroNewsOn today's show: - FF4A FIRST: Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport and regular FF4A co-host on location in Charleston (0:00) - FF4A SECOND: Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd play-by-play (31:01) - FF4A THIRD: Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play and...

• FF4A FIRST: Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport and regular FF4A co-host on location in Charleston (0:00)
• FF4A SECOND: Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd play-by-play (31:01)
• FF4A THIRD: Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play and MetroNews Championship Weekend coverage (42:35)
• FF4A FOURTH: Chris George, Bridgeport analyst (1:01:00)
• FF4A FINAL: Greg Carey, MetroNews statewide sports reporter (1:21:19)
• TMS BONUS: Greg Carey, MetroNews statewide sports reporter on the hiring of Rich Rodriguez at WVU (1:37:25)

]]>6732falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/semifinal-round-the-great-game--63190501

• Segment 1: Alex & Chris
• Segment 2: Michael Minnich, WVNews.com
• Segment 3: Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour radio broadcasts
• Segment 4: Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play
• Segment 5: Chris George, Bridgeport radio analyst
• Segment 6: Fred Persinger, High School Game Night
• Segment 7: Bonus content with Alex & Chris

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63190501Fri, 06 Dec 2024 16:35:38 +0000MetroNewsOn today's show: - Segment 1: Alex & Chris - Segment 2: Michael Minnich, WVNews.com - Segment 3: Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour radio broadcasts - Segment 4: Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play - Segment 5: Chris George, Bridgeport radio analyst...

• Segment 1: Alex & Chris
• Segment 2: Michael Minnich, WVNews.com
• Segment 3: Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour radio broadcasts
• Segment 4: Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play
• Segment 5: Chris George, Bridgeport radio analyst
• Segment 6: Fred Persinger, High School Game Night
• Segment 7: Bonus content with Alex & Chris

]]>7082falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/quarterfinal-round-a-stiff-test--63062809

• Segment 1: Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport (0:00)
• Segment 2: Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd (31:52)
• Segment 3: Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour (41:45)
• Segment 4: Travis Jones, Bridgeport (50:15)
• Segment 5: Chris George, Bridgeport (59:50)
• Segment 6: Sean McNamara, North Marion (1:11:45)
• Segment 7: Fred Persinger, High School Game Night (1:19:50)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63062809Fri, 29 Nov 2024 17:39:37 +0000MetroNewsToday's guests: - Segment 1: Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport (0:00) - Segment 2: Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd (31:52) - Segment 3: Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour (41:45) - Segment 4: Travis Jones, Bridgeport (50:15) - Segment 5: Chris George,...

• Segment 1: Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport (0:00)
• Segment 2: Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd (31:52)
• Segment 3: Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour (41:45)
• Segment 4: Travis Jones, Bridgeport (50:15)
• Segment 5: Chris George, Bridgeport (59:50)
• Segment 6: Sean McNamara, North Marion (1:11:45)
• Segment 7: Fred Persinger, High School Game Night (1:19:50)

]]>5483falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/playoffs-round-one-we-made-it--62970792

• SEGMENT 1: Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport and typical FF4A co-host helps breakdown and preview the whole field (0:00)
• SEGMENT 2: Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd play-by-play on the Flying Eagles resiliency heading into a difficult round one matchup (34:00)
• SEGMENT 3: Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour radio broadcaster on the Colts finally hosting their first ever playoff game (42:30)
• SEGMENT 4: Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play on the Indians path moving forward (51:50)
• SEGMENT 5: Chris George, Bridgeport analyst on the Indians, Elkins, and Tucker County (1:01:14)
• SEGMENT 6: Sean McNamara, North Marion play-by-play on the Huskies up and down season (1:13:35)
• SEGMENT 7: Fred Persinger, High School Game Night Host on his favorite games this week (1:22:38)
• BONUS: Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach on the team's matchup with Bluefield (1:36:29) 

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62970792Fri, 22 Nov 2024 20:59:00 +0000MetroNewsA packed show today: - SEGMENT 1: Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport and typical FF4A co-host helps breakdown and preview the whole field (0:00) - SEGMENT 2: Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd play-by-play on the Flying Eagles resiliency heading into a...

• SEGMENT 1: Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport and typical FF4A co-host helps breakdown and preview the whole field (0:00)
• SEGMENT 2: Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd play-by-play on the Flying Eagles resiliency heading into a difficult round one matchup (34:00)
• SEGMENT 3: Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour radio broadcaster on the Colts finally hosting their first ever playoff game (42:30)
• SEGMENT 4: Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play on the Indians path moving forward (51:50)
• SEGMENT 5: Chris George, Bridgeport analyst on the Indians, Elkins, and Tucker County (1:01:14)
• SEGMENT 6: Sean McNamara, North Marion play-by-play on the Huskies up and down season (1:13:35)
• SEGMENT 7: Fred Persinger, High School Game Night Host on his favorite games this week (1:22:38)
• BONUS: Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach on the team's matchup with Bluefield (1:36:29) 

]]>6269falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nobody-knows--62755359Will every potentially postseason game count? Impossible.

Today's guests include:

• Greg Carey, MetroNews statewide correspondent
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln play-by-play
• Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play
• Chris George, Bridgeport analyst
• Joe Brocato, MetroNews statewide correspondent
• Fred Persinger, High School Game Night
• Michael Minnich, wvnews.com

Congratulations to East Fairmont, Philip Barbour, and Bridgeport athletics for championships in soccer and volleyball. 
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62755359Fri, 15 Nov 2024 15:53:56 +0000MetroNewsWhen will the first round of the playoffs start? Nobody knows. Will every potentially postseason game count? Impossible. Today's guests include: - Greg Carey, MetroNews statewide correspondent - Craig Dutton, Lincoln play-by-play - Travis Jones,...Will every potentially postseason game count? Impossible.

Today's guests include:

• Greg Carey, MetroNews statewide correspondent
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln play-by-play
• Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play
• Chris George, Bridgeport analyst
• Joe Brocato, MetroNews statewide correspondent
• Fred Persinger, High School Game Night
• Michael Minnich, wvnews.com

Congratulations to East Fairmont, Philip Barbour, and Bridgeport athletics for championships in soccer and volleyball. 
]]>8909falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/week-11-coming-in-for-a-landing--62667640

• Segment 1: Alex & Chris
• Segment 2: Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach
• Segment 3: Bill Nestor, RCB play-by-play
• Segment 4: Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour radio broadcast
• Segment 5: Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play
• Segment 6: Chris George, Bridgeport radio broadcast
• Segment 7: Craig Dutton, Lincoln play-by-play
• Segment 8: Fred Persinger, High School Game Night
• Segment 9: Alex & Chris wrap-up

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62667640Fri, 08 Nov 2024 16:48:54 +0000MetroNewsToday's show: - Segment 1: Alex & Chris - Segment 2: Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach - Segment 3: Bill Nestor, RCB play-by-play - Segment 4: Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour radio broadcast - Segment 5: Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play...

• Segment 1: Alex & Chris
• Segment 2: Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach
• Segment 3: Bill Nestor, RCB play-by-play
• Segment 4: Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour radio broadcast
• Segment 5: Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play
• Segment 6: Chris George, Bridgeport radio broadcast
• Segment 7: Craig Dutton, Lincoln play-by-play
• Segment 8: Fred Persinger, High School Game Night
• Segment 9: Alex & Chris wrap-up

]]>7878falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/week-10-spooky-season--62582813

• SEGMENT 1: Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach
• SEGMENT 2: Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd play-by-play
• SEGMENT 3: Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour play-by-play
• SEGMENT 4: Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play
• SEGMENT 5: Chris George, Bridgeport analyst
• SEGMENT 6: Craig Dutton, Lincoln play-by-play
• SEGMENT 7: Fred Persinger, High School Game Night
• SEGMENT 8: Sean McNamara, North Marion play-by-play (BONUS PODCAST EXCLUSIVE)
• SEGMENT 9: The Final Word with Alex and Chris (BONUS PODCAST EXCLUSIVE)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62582813Fri, 01 Nov 2024 15:52:54 +0000MetroNewsOn today's edition of the show: - SEGMENT 1: Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach - SEGMENT 2: Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd play-by-play - SEGMENT 3: Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour play-by-play - SEGMENT 4: Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play -...

• SEGMENT 1: Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach
• SEGMENT 2: Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd play-by-play
• SEGMENT 3: Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour play-by-play
• SEGMENT 4: Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play
• SEGMENT 5: Chris George, Bridgeport analyst
• SEGMENT 6: Craig Dutton, Lincoln play-by-play
• SEGMENT 7: Fred Persinger, High School Game Night
• SEGMENT 8: Sean McNamara, North Marion play-by-play (BONUS PODCAST EXCLUSIVE)
• SEGMENT 9: The Final Word with Alex and Chris (BONUS PODCAST EXCLUSIVE)

]]>7800falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/week-9-every-game-matters--62503212

• Segment 1: John Bord, Grafton High School play-by-play (0:00)
• Segment 2: A.J. Harman, Liberty-Harrison Head Coach (15:32)
• Segment 3: Bill Nestor, RCB play-by-play (24:27)
• Segment 4: Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour play-by-play (34:27)
• Segment 5: Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach (40:17)
• Segment 6: Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play (50:28)
• Segment 7: Chris George, Bridgeport analyst (1:03:53)
• Segment 8: Craig Dutton, Lincoln play-by-play (1:18:14)
• Segment 9: Fred Persinger, High School Game Night (1:24:40)
• Bonus 1: Shane Eakle, East Fairmont Head Coach (1:38:03)
• Bonus 2: Alex & Chris rant and wrap (1:52:14) 

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62503212Fri, 25 Oct 2024 15:27:49 +0000MetroNewsOn this week's show: - Segment 1: John Bord, Grafton High School play-by-play (0:00) - Segment 2: A.J. Harman, Liberty-Harrison Head Coach (15:32) - Segment 3: Bill Nestor, RCB play-by-play (24:27) - Segment 4: Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour...

• Segment 1: John Bord, Grafton High School play-by-play (0:00)
• Segment 2: A.J. Harman, Liberty-Harrison Head Coach (15:32)
• Segment 3: Bill Nestor, RCB play-by-play (24:27)
• Segment 4: Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour play-by-play (34:27)
• Segment 5: Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach (40:17)
• Segment 6: Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play (50:28)
• Segment 7: Chris George, Bridgeport analyst (1:03:53)
• Segment 8: Craig Dutton, Lincoln play-by-play (1:18:14)
• Segment 9: Fred Persinger, High School Game Night (1:24:40)
• Bonus 1: Shane Eakle, East Fairmont Head Coach (1:38:03)
• Bonus 2: Alex & Chris rant and wrap (1:52:14) 

]]>8037falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/week-8-the-playoff-race-is-hot--62406764

• Segment 1: Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd play-by-play (0:00)
• Segment 2: Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach (19:46)
• Segment 3: Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour play-by-play (37:05)
• Segment 4: Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play (47:53)
• Segment 5: Chris George, Bridgeport analyst + Elkins and Tucker talk (1:00:11)
• Segment 6: Sean McNamara, North Marion play-by-play (1:11:44)
• Segment 7: Fred Persinger, High Schoole Game Night (1:19:46)
• Segment 8: BONUS with Craig Dutton, Lincoln play-by-play (1:39:32)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62406764Fri, 18 Oct 2024 13:08:09 +0000MetroNewsThe playoff race is hot: - Segment 1: Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd play-by-play (0:00) - Segment 2: Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach (19:46) - Segment 3: Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour play-by-play (37:05) - Segment 4: Travis Jones, Bridgeport...

• Segment 1: Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd play-by-play (0:00)
• Segment 2: Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach (19:46)
• Segment 3: Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour play-by-play (37:05)
• Segment 4: Travis Jones, Bridgeport play-by-play (47:53)
• Segment 5: Chris George, Bridgeport analyst + Elkins and Tucker talk (1:00:11)
• Segment 6: Sean McNamara, North Marion play-by-play (1:11:44)
• Segment 7: Fred Persinger, High Schoole Game Night (1:19:46)
• Segment 8: BONUS with Craig Dutton, Lincoln play-by-play (1:39:32)

]]>7108falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/week-7-regular-season-playoff-games--62332706

• Segment 1: Alex & Chris open the show.
• Segment 2: Bobby Burnside, Doddridge County Head Coach
• Segment 3: Bill Nestor, RCB radio play-by-play
• Segment 4: Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour radio play-by-play
• Segment 5: Travis Jones, Bridgeport radio play-by-play
• Segment 6: Chris Goerge, Bridgeport radio analyst
• Segment 7: Craig Dutton, Lincoln radio play-by-play
• Segment 8: Fred Persinger, High School Game Night
• Segment 9: Alex & Chris wrap the show

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62332706Fri, 11 Oct 2024 14:34:21 +0000MetroNewsIt feels like the playoffs are starting early with some critical matchups tonight. - Segment 1: Alex & Chris open the show. - Segment 2: Bobby Burnside, Doddridge County Head Coach - Segment 3: Bill Nestor, RCB radio play-by-play - Segment 4:...

• Segment 1: Alex & Chris open the show.
• Segment 2: Bobby Burnside, Doddridge County Head Coach
• Segment 3: Bill Nestor, RCB radio play-by-play
• Segment 4: Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour radio play-by-play
• Segment 5: Travis Jones, Bridgeport radio play-by-play
• Segment 6: Chris Goerge, Bridgeport radio analyst
• Segment 7: Craig Dutton, Lincoln radio play-by-play
• Segment 8: Fred Persinger, High School Game Night
• Segment 9: Alex & Chris wrap the show

]]>7393falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/week-6-playoff-picture-takes-shape--62232877

• Alex & Chris open the show (0:00)
• DeManuel Smith, Elkins color commentator and analyst (13:28)
• Bill Nestor, Play-by-Play voice of Robert C. Byrd (22:05)
• Brian Bibey, Play-by-Play voice of Philip Barbour (34:06)
• Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach (40:19)
• Travis Jones, Play-by-Play voice of Bridgeport (48:22)
• Chris George, Bridgeport color commentator and analyst (1:02:44)
• Craig Dutton, Play-by-Play voice of Lincoln (1:18:10)
• Fred Persinger, Host of High School Game Night (1:24:51)
• Alex & Chris's wrap-up (1:34:49) -- PODCAST EXCLUSIVE
• Sean McNamara, Play-by-Play voice of North Marion (2:06:42)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62232877Fri, 04 Oct 2024 14:54:38 +0000MetroNewsNow more than halfway through the regular season, the playoff picture takes shape. - Alex & Chris open the show (0:00) - DeManuel Smith, Elkins color commentator and analyst (13:28) - Bill Nestor, Play-by-Play voice of Robert C. Byrd (22:05) -...

• Alex & Chris open the show (0:00)
• DeManuel Smith, Elkins color commentator and analyst (13:28)
• Bill Nestor, Play-by-Play voice of Robert C. Byrd (22:05)
• Brian Bibey, Play-by-Play voice of Philip Barbour (34:06)
• Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach (40:19)
• Travis Jones, Play-by-Play voice of Bridgeport (48:22)
• Chris George, Bridgeport color commentator and analyst (1:02:44)
• Craig Dutton, Play-by-Play voice of Lincoln (1:18:10)
• Fred Persinger, Host of High School Game Night (1:24:51)
• Alex & Chris's wrap-up (1:34:49) -- PODCAST EXCLUSIVE
• Sean McNamara, Play-by-Play voice of North Marion (2:06:42)

]]>8136falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/week-5-someone-scored-a-little-on-bridgeport-fairmont-senior-s-nick-bartic-joins--62129042

• Segment 1: Alex & Chris run it down (0:00)
• Segment 2: Robert C. Byrd with play-by-play voice Bill Nestor (9:20)
• Segment 3: Fairmont Senior head coach Nick Bartic (26:19)
• Segment 4: Philip Barbour with play-by-play voice Brian Bibey (38:18)
• Segment 5: South Harrison head coach Brett Hathaway from practice (45:16)
• Segment 6: Bridgeport with play-by-play voice Travis Jones (51:59)
• Segment 7: Bridgeport, Elkins, and Tucker with Bridgeport analyst Chris George (1:03:57)
• Segment 8: Lincoln with play-by-play voice Craig Dutton (1:16:41)
• Segment 9: Final Word with Fred Persinger of High School Gamenight (1:25:39)
• Segment 10: BONUS with Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport (1:39:22)
• Segment 11: BONUS with Greg Carey, MetroNews (1:59:06)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62129042Fri, 27 Sep 2024 15:07:10 +0000MetroNewsOn this week's show: - Segment 1: Alex & Chris run it down (0:00) - Segment 2: Robert C. Byrd with play-by-play voice Bill Nestor (9:20) - Segment 3: Fairmont Senior head coach Nick Bartic (26:19) - Segment 4: Philip Barbour with play-by-play...

• Segment 1: Alex & Chris run it down (0:00)
• Segment 2: Robert C. Byrd with play-by-play voice Bill Nestor (9:20)
• Segment 3: Fairmont Senior head coach Nick Bartic (26:19)
• Segment 4: Philip Barbour with play-by-play voice Brian Bibey (38:18)
• Segment 5: South Harrison head coach Brett Hathaway from practice (45:16)
• Segment 6: Bridgeport with play-by-play voice Travis Jones (51:59)
• Segment 7: Bridgeport, Elkins, and Tucker with Bridgeport analyst Chris George (1:03:57)
• Segment 8: Lincoln with play-by-play voice Craig Dutton (1:16:41)
• Segment 9: Final Word with Fred Persinger of High School Gamenight (1:25:39)
• Segment 10: BONUS with Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport (1:39:22)
• Segment 11: BONUS with Greg Carey, MetroNews (1:59:06)

]]>8024falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/week-4-no-one-has-scored-on-bridgeport-and-other-observations--62047737

• Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach (0:00)
• Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd Play-by-Play (19:48)
• Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour Play-by-Play (31:07)
• Travis Jones, Bridgeport Play-by-Play (42:11)
• Chris George, Bridgeport Analyst + Tucker and Elkins (56:10)
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln Play-by-Play (1:09:17)
• Fred Persinger, High School Game Night (1:18:45)
• BONUS: Alex Wiederspiel & Chris Johnson with some Week 4 thoughts, who we are still curious about, and more. (1:36:33)
• BONUS: Frank Tate, South Harrison Athletic Director (1:53:57)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62047737Fri, 20 Sep 2024 18:28:31 +0000MetroNewsA jam-packed show today includes: - Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach (0:00) - Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd Play-by-Play (19:48) - Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour Play-by-Play (31:07) - Travis Jones, Bridgeport Play-by-Play (42:11) - Chris...

• Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach (0:00)
• Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd Play-by-Play (19:48)
• Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour Play-by-Play (31:07)
• Travis Jones, Bridgeport Play-by-Play (42:11)
• Chris George, Bridgeport Analyst + Tucker and Elkins (56:10)
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln Play-by-Play (1:09:17)
• Fred Persinger, High School Game Night (1:18:45)
• BONUS: Alex Wiederspiel & Chris Johnson with some Week 4 thoughts, who we are still curious about, and more. (1:36:33)
• BONUS: Frank Tate, South Harrison Athletic Director (1:53:57)

]]>7572falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/week-3-will-anyone-score-on-bridgeport--61456559https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61456559Fri, 13 Sep 2024 15:14:50 +0000MetroNews6840falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/week-2-hite-field-takes-a-bow--61286805

• Alex & Chris's 'Opening Drive' (0:00)
• Liberty Head Coach A.J. Harman on facing South Harrison at historic Hite Field (10:06)
• Bill Nestor on Robert C. Byrd's huge test vs. Fairmont Senior (21:03)
• Brian Bibey on Philip Barbour's chances of going 2-0 (30:01)
• South Harrison's passing game is alive (37:29)
• Travis Jones on Bridgeport's quest for revenge against Morgantown (47:26)
• Chris George with the final word on Bridgeport, Tucker County, and Elkins (58:21)
• Craig Dutton on Lincoln's bounce back attempt at Elkins (1:10:17)
• Grafton Head Coach Mickey Foley on his team's process as they try to break the state's longest losing streak (1:17:25)
• Fred Persinger's thoughts on reclassification (1:25:25)
• BONUS: Alex & Chris wrap the show talking TV and final thoughts on Week 2 (1:34:17)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61286805Fri, 06 Sep 2024 18:37:15 +0000MetroNewsWeek 2 brings us to a new/old setting for one of the week's biggest games. - Alex & Chris's 'Opening Drive' (0:00) - Liberty Head Coach A.J. Harman on facing South Harrison at historic Hite Field (10:06) - Bill Nestor on Robert C. Byrd's huge...

• Alex & Chris's 'Opening Drive' (0:00)
• Liberty Head Coach A.J. Harman on facing South Harrison at historic Hite Field (10:06)
• Bill Nestor on Robert C. Byrd's huge test vs. Fairmont Senior (21:03)
• Brian Bibey on Philip Barbour's chances of going 2-0 (30:01)
• South Harrison's passing game is alive (37:29)
• Travis Jones on Bridgeport's quest for revenge against Morgantown (47:26)
• Chris George with the final word on Bridgeport, Tucker County, and Elkins (58:21)
• Craig Dutton on Lincoln's bounce back attempt at Elkins (1:10:17)
• Grafton Head Coach Mickey Foley on his team's process as they try to break the state's longest losing streak (1:17:25)
• Fred Persinger's thoughts on reclassification (1:25:25)
• BONUS: Alex & Chris wrap the show talking TV and final thoughts on Week 2 (1:34:17)

]]>6472falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/week-1-rcb-domination-kicks-off-full-slate-of-opening-week-games--61210481

• Alex & Chris on Thursday night action (0:00)
• Bill Nestor, play-by-play voice for RCB, recaps the win over Keyser (18:41)
• Brian Bibey, play-by-play voice for Philip Barbour, on the Colts and their next act (27:43)
• South Harrison's Brett Hathaway practice availability (37:10)
• Travis Jones, play-by-play voice for Bridgeport, on Bridgeport (43:40)
• Chris George, color analyst for Bridgeport, discusses Bridgeport, Tucker County, and Elkins (59:02)
• Craig Dutton, play-by-play voice for Lincoln, on their long trip to Nitro (1:09:06)
• John Bord, play-by-play voice for Grafton, on GHS looking to break out of their two-season funk (1:17:12)
• Fred Persinger, host of High School Game Night, on the games he's watching tonight (1:24:20)
• Alex & Chris wrap up the show in this week's bonus segment for podcast listeners (1:31:48)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61210481Fri, 30 Aug 2024 15:19:24 +0000MetroNewsWeek 1 is finally here! Junior Smith arrives and much more... - Alex & Chris on Thursday night action (0:00) - Bill Nestor, play-by-play voice for RCB, recaps the win over Keyser (18:41) - Brian Bibey, play-by-play voice for Philip Barbour, on...

• Alex & Chris on Thursday night action (0:00)
• Bill Nestor, play-by-play voice for RCB, recaps the win over Keyser (18:41)
• Brian Bibey, play-by-play voice for Philip Barbour, on the Colts and their next act (27:43)
• South Harrison's Brett Hathaway practice availability (37:10)
• Travis Jones, play-by-play voice for Bridgeport, on Bridgeport (43:40)
• Chris George, color analyst for Bridgeport, discusses Bridgeport, Tucker County, and Elkins (59:02)
• Craig Dutton, play-by-play voice for Lincoln, on their long trip to Nitro (1:09:06)
• John Bord, play-by-play voice for Grafton, on GHS looking to break out of their two-season funk (1:17:12)
• Fred Persinger, host of High School Game Night, on the games he's watching tonight (1:24:20)
• Alex & Chris wrap up the show in this week's bonus segment for podcast listeners (1:31:48)

]]>7476falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/reclassification-strikes-again-hope-in-grafton--61120232

• Segment 1: Alex & Chris on reclassification (0:00).
• Segment 2: Grafton Head Coach Mickey Foley on the team looking to rebound following two down years (18:50).
• Segment 3: Travis Jones on what reclassification means long-term plus excitement in Bridgeport (44:27)
• Segment 4: Craig Dutton on if the musical chairs have finally stopped in the reclassification game (1:11:08)
• Segment 5: Alex & Chris wrap the show (1:30:00)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61120232Fri, 23 Aug 2024 14:54:00 +0000MetroNewsOne final pre-season show: - Segment 1: Alex & Chris on reclassification (0:00). - Segment 2: Grafton Head Coach Mickey Foley on the team looking to rebound following two down years (18:50). - Segment 3: Travis Jones on what reclassification...

• Segment 1: Alex & Chris on reclassification (0:00).
• Segment 2: Grafton Head Coach Mickey Foley on the team looking to rebound following two down years (18:50).
• Segment 3: Travis Jones on what reclassification means long-term plus excitement in Bridgeport (44:27)
• Segment 4: Craig Dutton on if the musical chairs have finally stopped in the reclassification game (1:11:08)
• Segment 5: Alex & Chris wrap the show (1:30:00)

]]>5810falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/reclassification-mania-east-fairmont-and-tygarts-valley-preview--61053186

• Segment 1: Alex & Chris on reclassification (0:00).
• Segment 2: Craig Dutton on what he's hearing about Lincoln and others in reclassification (18:25).
• Segment 3: East Fairmont Head Coach Shane Eakle on next steps for a program that has developed tremendous consistency (39:14)
• Segment 4: Tygarts Valley Head Coach CJ Clarkson on the great first-year energy surrounding TVHS (1:01:57)
• Segment 5: Alex & Chris on South Harrison and other observations (1:18:17)
• Segment 6: THE BONUS SEGMENT for podcast listeners only! Alex and Chris take another look at all the major storylines for this week and ponder the future of Class AAAA as reclassification news shakes the football world (1:37:00).

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61053186Fri, 16 Aug 2024 14:54:33 +0000MetroNewsAnother packed show as we wind down our virtual tour through North Central WV: - Segment 1: Alex & Chris on reclassification (0:00). - Segment 2: Craig Dutton on what he's hearing about Lincoln and others in reclassification (18:25). - Segment...

• Segment 1: Alex & Chris on reclassification (0:00).
• Segment 2: Craig Dutton on what he's hearing about Lincoln and others in reclassification (18:25).
• Segment 3: East Fairmont Head Coach Shane Eakle on next steps for a program that has developed tremendous consistency (39:14)
• Segment 4: Tygarts Valley Head Coach CJ Clarkson on the great first-year energy surrounding TVHS (1:01:57)
• Segment 5: Alex & Chris on South Harrison and other observations (1:18:17)
• Segment 6: THE BONUS SEGMENT for podcast listeners only! Alex and Chris take another look at all the major storylines for this week and ponder the future of Class AAAA as reclassification news shakes the football world (1:37:00).

]]>7390falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-north-marion-doddridge-and-tucker-programs-all-have-in-common--60969573

• Segment 1: Alex and Chris discuss North Marion, Doddridge, and Tucker... including a notable similarity between these schools (0:00).
• Segment 2: Alex and Chris take a look at the whole scope of the region (10:12).
• Segment 3: North Marion head football coach Daran Hays joins the program (22:19).
• Segment 4: Doddridge head football coach Bobby Burnside joins the program (50:29).
• Segment 5: Tucker head coach A.J. Rapp joins the program (1:15:23).
• Segment 6: THE BONUS SEGMENT only for podcast listeners as Alex and Chris look at a few other major storylines around the region and look back on their interviews with the first ten coaches they've spoken to this season (1:41:55).

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60969573Fri, 09 Aug 2024 14:37:41 +0000MetroNewsA packed show as we continue our virtual tour through the teams that make up North Central West Virginia. - Segment 1: Alex and Chris discuss North Marion, Doddridge, and Tucker... including a notable similarity between these schools (0:00). -...

• Segment 1: Alex and Chris discuss North Marion, Doddridge, and Tucker... including a notable similarity between these schools (0:00).
• Segment 2: Alex and Chris take a look at the whole scope of the region (10:12).
• Segment 3: North Marion head football coach Daran Hays joins the program (22:19).
• Segment 4: Doddridge head football coach Bobby Burnside joins the program (50:29).
• Segment 5: Tucker head coach A.J. Rapp joins the program (1:15:23).
• Segment 6: THE BONUS SEGMENT only for podcast listeners as Alex and Chris look at a few other major storylines around the region and look back on their interviews with the first ten coaches they've spoken to this season (1:41:55).

]]>7096falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fairmont-senior-title-defense-philip-barbour-s-culture--60900556

• Nick Mayle, Head Coach of Philip Barbour football, joins the program (15:36)
• Nick Bartic, Head Coach of Fairmont Senior football, joins the program (41:44)
• Chris George on Wheeling Post 1's state tournament victory (1:07:04)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60900556Fri, 02 Aug 2024 16:31:27 +0000MetroNewsWe continue our journey through North Central West Virginia previewing the seasons for a number of local teams: - Nick Mayle, Head Coach of Philip Barbour football, joins the program (15:36) - Nick Bartic, Head Coach of Fairmont Senior football,...

• Nick Mayle, Head Coach of Philip Barbour football, joins the program (15:36)
• Nick Bartic, Head Coach of Fairmont Senior football, joins the program (41:44)
• Chris George on Wheeling Post 1's state tournament victory (1:07:04)

]]>5371falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/harrison-county-hopefuls-and-olympic-soccer--60814966Friday Free for All featuring Alex Wiederspiel and Chris Johnson.

• NCAA 25 (0:00)
• AJ Harman, Liberty-Harrison Head Coach (26:32)
• Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach (51:01)
• Michael Minnich, WVNews.com & ESPN+ (1:19:37), on location in Stamford, CT working with the studio broadcasts of Olympic Soccer
• PODCAST EXCLUSIVE: Chris George, Legion Baseball (1:42:46)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60814966Fri, 26 Jul 2024 15:17:25 +0000MetroNewsOn today's edition of Friday Free for All featuring Alex Wiederspiel and Chris Johnson. - NCAA 25 (0:00) - AJ Harman, Liberty-Harrison Head Coach (26:32) - Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach (51:01) - Michael Minnich, WVNews.com & ESPN+...Friday Free for All featuring Alex Wiederspiel and Chris Johnson.

• NCAA 25 (0:00)
• AJ Harman, Liberty-Harrison Head Coach (26:32)
• Brett Hathaway, South Harrison Head Coach (51:01)
• Michael Minnich, WVNews.com & ESPN+ (1:19:37), on location in Stamford, CT working with the studio broadcasts of Olympic Soccer
• PODCAST EXCLUSIVE: Chris George, Legion Baseball (1:42:46)

]]>7065falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-look-ahead-for-rcb-and-lincoln-football--60744472

• Austin Scott, RCB Head Coach (9:18)
• Rob Hawkins, Lincoln Head Coach (33:06)
• Chris George updates on Legion Baseball (1:12:37)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60744472Fri, 19 Jul 2024 18:05:13 +0000MetroNewsAlex Wiederspiel and Chris Johnson continue their conversations with head coaches around the region. - Austin Scott, RCB Head Coach (9:18) - Rob Hawkins, Lincoln Head Coach (33:06) - Chris George updates on Legion Baseball (1:12:37)

• Austin Scott, RCB Head Coach (9:18)
• Rob Hawkins, Lincoln Head Coach (33:06)
• Chris George updates on Legion Baseball (1:12:37)

]]>5414falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bhs-s-tyler-phares-the-light-at-the-end-of-the-football-tunnel--60675731
Joining the program today:

• Joe Brocato, MetroNews statewide sports reporter, on the top football storylines in Harrison County (8:14).
• Tyler Phares, Bridgeport Head Coach, on his squad's preparation for the 2024 season and why games are won and lost January through July (48:40).
• Chris George, American Legion Baseball, on upcoming post-season play (1:24:42).
• Greg Carey, MetroNews statewide sports reporter, on a few other major football storylines in North Central West Virginia, South Harrison, Philip Barbour, and some WV prep standouts who could have big years for WVU Football (1:42:22) [BONUS SEGMENT].

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60675731Fri, 12 Jul 2024 17:25:03 +0000MetroNewsThe light at the end of the tunnel grows stronger! Football season is nigh. Joining the program today: - Joe Brocato, MetroNews statewide sports reporter, on the top football storylines in Harrison County (8:14). - Tyler Phares, Bridgeport Head...
Joining the program today:

• Joe Brocato, MetroNews statewide sports reporter, on the top football storylines in Harrison County (8:14).
• Tyler Phares, Bridgeport Head Coach, on his squad's preparation for the 2024 season and why games are won and lost January through July (48:40).
• Chris George, American Legion Baseball, on upcoming post-season play (1:24:42).
• Greg Carey, MetroNews statewide sports reporter, on a few other major football storylines in North Central West Virginia, South Harrison, Philip Barbour, and some WV prep standouts who could have big years for WVU Football (1:42:22) [BONUS SEGMENT].

]]>7790falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/remembering-beef-mcdermott--60542782https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60542782Fri, 28 Jun 2024 20:58:58 +0000MetroNewsPhilip Barbour Head Coach Nick Mayle joins the program to talk about the passing of recent graduate Keaton 'Beef' McDermott, who he was as a person, his love for helping others, and his immense impact on the Philip Barbour football program through his...2526falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pre-heating-the-gridiron--60464716Connect-Bridgeport, joins the show to talk about the all-state selection process (0:00). Joe Brocato of West Virginia MetroNews joins the program to highlight what he saw during summer camps for Bridgeport, Philip Barbour, and Lincoln football (30:12). In today's bonus segment, Chris George joins in his capacity as Assistant State Chair for American Legion Baseball in West Virginia to tell you everything you wanted to know about Legion Baseball but were too afraid to ask (45:36)!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60464716Fri, 21 Jun 2024 18:47:30 +0000MetroNewsChris Johnson, co-host and writer for Connect-Bridgeport, joins the show to talk about the all-state selection process (0:00). Joe Brocato of West Virginia MetroNews joins the program to highlight what he saw during summer camps for Bridgeport, Philip...Connect-Bridgeport, joins the show to talk about the all-state selection process (0:00). Joe Brocato of West Virginia MetroNews joins the program to highlight what he saw during summer camps for Bridgeport, Philip Barbour, and Lincoln football (30:12). In today's bonus segment, Chris George joins in his capacity as Assistant State Chair for American Legion Baseball in West Virginia to tell you everything you wanted to know about Legion Baseball but were too afraid to ask (45:36)!]]>3924falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/physical-activity-barriers--60386828https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60386828Fri, 14 Jun 2024 16:14:52 +0000MetroNewsChris Johnson joins the program at the top (0:00). An ode to Jerry West later. Plus Dr. Eloise Elliott of WVU's College of Applied Human Sciences on physical activity in West Virginia.2854falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/final-outs-recorded-men-s-and-women-s-hockey-in-west-virginia--60313492https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60313492Fri, 07 Jun 2024 16:24:53 +0000MetroNewsGreg Carey with the final word on the state high school baseball tournament (0:00). Plus, Todd Gookin, President and General Manager of WVU Club Ice Hockey, joins the show to discuss the growth of hockey at WVU and in West Virginia (26:36).2541falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sportswriter-double-feature-johnson-minnich-on-state-tourney--60238764https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60238764Fri, 31 May 2024 17:23:39 +0000MetroNewsChris Johnson of Connect-Bridgeport joins the first half of the show to talk about the state high school baseball tournament, the North-South game, and wrapping the softball season. Michael Minnich of WVNews.com and ESPN+ joins to discuss those same...2692falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bridgeport-s-season-ends-a-year-in-review--60163496https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60163496Fri, 24 May 2024 17:03:10 +0000MetroNewsThe Bridgeport baseball season comes to a disappointing end. Chris Johnson of Connect-Bridgeport and radio play-by-play man Chris George join Alex Wiederspiel to discuss the end of the season plus some of their favorite sports moments from this...2766falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bridgeport-and-south-harrison-need-two-wins-basketball-is-changing--60077050https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60077050Fri, 17 May 2024 21:32:58 +0000MetroNewsConnect-Bridgeport's Chris Johnson discusses the changes to basketball regionals (0:00). Bridgeport baseball play-by-play Chris George talks about the Indians path to Charleston (17:25). Frank Tate, South Harrison baseball coach, discusses the Hawks...2474falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bridgeport-s-sectional-championship-with-chris-george-michael-minnich-on-the-field--60050310https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60050310Fri, 10 May 2024 20:00:00 +0000MetroNewsChris George explores what led to Bridgeport's sectional championship. Michael Minnich of WVNews.com and ESPN+ helps us set the scene for the wider field in baseball and softball. 2259falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chris-johnson-on-bridgeport-greg-carey-s-favorite-postseason-performances--59797691https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59797691Fri, 03 May 2024 17:08:37 +0000MetroNewsChris Johnson talks Bridgeport baseball on today's show. Greg Carey joins the program to touch all the bases in high school sports, including some of his favorite postseason performances this softball season. 2633falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/softball-season-winds-down-nfl-draft-talk-with-chris-johnson-and-michael-minnich--59667247
Want to win a free membership for a month to Glen Elk Iron in Clarksburg? How about a whole year? Keep listening to Friday Free for All to learn how!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59667247Fri, 26 Apr 2024 16:04:51 +0000MetroNewsChris Johnson and Alex Wiederspiel discuss Bridgeport baseball, great prep WV baseball players, and the NFL Draft (0:03). Michael Minnich of WVNews.com joins the program to talk prep softball, Zach Frazier dominating as a wrestler, and more (27:17). ...
Want to win a free membership for a month to Glen Elk Iron in Clarksburg? How about a whole year? Keep listening to Friday Free for All to learn how!]]>2797falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/south-harrison-and-bridgeport-both-finding-their-spring-groove--59551304https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59551304Fri, 19 Apr 2024 14:13:48 +0000MetroNewsSouth Harrison Athletic Director and baseball coach Frank Tate joins the program. Bridgeport Indians baseball play-by-play voice Chris George on the Indians path to Charleston. Chris Johnson, co-host and Connect-Bridgeport reporter, provides the wrap-up. 2726falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/non-stop-rain-bridgeport-baseball-and-west-virginians-powering-wvu-baseball--59439897Mountaineer Sports Insider and U92 the Moose on the performances of the West Virginians helping to power WVU Baseball this season (27:37).]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59439897Fri, 12 Apr 2024 15:29:24 +0000MetroNewsChris Johnson, FF4A Co-Host and Connect-Bridgeport reporter, on Bridgeport Baseball (0:00). Tannor Enyart of Mountaineer Sports Insider and U92 the Moose on the performances of the West Virginians helping to power WVU Baseball this season (27:37).Mountaineer Sports Insider and U92 the Moose on the performances of the West Virginians helping to power WVU Baseball this season (27:37).]]>2917falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/new-sections-and-regions-unveiled--59309783https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59309783Fri, 05 Apr 2024 16:28:56 +0000MetroNewsNew sections and regions are unveiled. Chris Johnson of Connect-Bridgeport joins to discuss the changes and give an update on some of Bridgeport's spring sports (0:00). Greg Carey of MetroNews hops on the line to take a more bird's eye look at the...2790falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/safety-in-youth-sports-lewis-county-minutemaids-in-review--59219013https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59219013Fri, 29 Mar 2024 14:43:13 +0000MetroNewsDr. Javier Cardenas discusses concussions and the importance of mitigating danger in youth sports (2:42). Joe Nichols, Lewis County Minutemaids Head Coach, discusses his team's run to the Class AAA title game (23:21).2483falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/championship-saturday-in-review-and-tucker-county-deep-dive--59137437https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59137437Fri, 22 Mar 2024 14:17:35 +0000MetroNewsChris Johnson joins by phone today to help break down one of the greatest Championship Saturday's ever. Chris George has the final word on Tucker County following a 35-32 loss to Tug Valley in the Class Single A Final, which ends a tremendous...2751falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/boys-semifinal-preview-girls-championship-review-and-wvu-coaching-search--59056946https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59056946Fri, 15 Mar 2024 13:18:50 +0000MetroNewsIn our first one-hour show of the season, Travis Jones breaks down all the action in the ongoing Boy's High School Basketball State Tournament plus previewing what's to come (0:00). Chris Johnson joins the show to take a look back at the state...2985falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/free-for-all-basketball-lewis-county-upsets-east-fairmont-and-boys-tourney-field-set--58971002

• Michael Minnich of WVNews.com on the Girl's State Tournament and Lewis County's trip to the Class AAA Finals (5:43)
• Sean McNamara, East Fairmont radio play-by-play (15:25)
• Bill Nestor, RCB radio play-by-play (23:10)
• Greg White, Tygarts Valley radio play-by-play and MEC play-by-play (36:15)
• Travis Jones, Girl's State Tournament and MEC play-by-play (47:30)
• Chris George, Bridgeport and Tucker County radio play-by-play (1:09:19)
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln radio play-by-play (1:27:30)
• PODCAST EXCLUSIVE: Jeff Carpenter, Fairmont Senior radio play-by-play (1:34:47)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58971002Fri, 08 Mar 2024 15:06:26 +0000MetroNewsOn today's show: - Michael Minnich of WVNews.com on the Girl's State Tournament and Lewis County's trip to the Class AAA Finals (5:43) - Sean McNamara, East Fairmont radio play-by-play (15:25) - Bill Nestor, RCB radio play-by-play (23:10) - Greg...

• Michael Minnich of WVNews.com on the Girl's State Tournament and Lewis County's trip to the Class AAA Finals (5:43)
• Sean McNamara, East Fairmont radio play-by-play (15:25)
• Bill Nestor, RCB radio play-by-play (23:10)
• Greg White, Tygarts Valley radio play-by-play and MEC play-by-play (36:15)
• Travis Jones, Girl's State Tournament and MEC play-by-play (47:30)
• Chris George, Bridgeport and Tucker County radio play-by-play (1:09:19)
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln radio play-by-play (1:27:30)
• PODCAST EXCLUSIVE: Jeff Carpenter, Fairmont Senior radio play-by-play (1:34:47)

]]>6282falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/free-for-all-basketball-girls-tournament-field-set-boys-sectionals-narrow--58889647

• Bill Nestor, RCB Boys Play-by-Play (7:38)
• Sean McNamara, East Fairmont Play-by-Play (18:49)
• Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport and usual FFA Co-Host (28:28)
• Travis Jones, Bridgeport Boys Play-by-Play (42:10)
• Chris George, Bridgeport Boys and Tucker County Boys and Girls radio broadcasts (51:51)
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln Boys and Girls Play-by-Play (1:04:13)
• Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour Boys and Girls Play-by-Play (01:13:20)
• Greg White, Tygarts Valley Boys Play-by-Play (01:21:36)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58889647Fri, 01 Mar 2024 15:23:55 +0000MetroNewsFriday Free for All guests this week include: - Bill Nestor, RCB Boys Play-by-Play (7:38) - Sean McNamara, East Fairmont Play-by-Play (18:49) - Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport and usual FFA Co-Host (28:28) - Travis Jones, Bridgeport Boys...

• Bill Nestor, RCB Boys Play-by-Play (7:38)
• Sean McNamara, East Fairmont Play-by-Play (18:49)
• Chris Johnson, Connect-Bridgeport and usual FFA Co-Host (28:28)
• Travis Jones, Bridgeport Boys Play-by-Play (42:10)
• Chris George, Bridgeport Boys and Tucker County Boys and Girls radio broadcasts (51:51)
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln Boys and Girls Play-by-Play (1:04:13)
• Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour Boys and Girls Play-by-Play (01:13:20)
• Greg White, Tygarts Valley Boys Play-by-Play (01:21:36)

]]>5479falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/free-for-all-basketball-remembering-ryan-lantz--58798186

• Travis Jones on Bridgeport
• Chris George on Bridgeport and Tucker County
• Craig Dutton on Lincoln

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58798186Fri, 23 Feb 2024 16:11:31 +0000MetroNewsCoach A.J. Harman joins the show to discuss the tragic death of Ryan Lantz, the defensive coordinator for Liberty-Harrison football, Freshman Boys Basketball coach at Robert C. Byrd, and teacher at Liberty. Bill Nestor also discusses his time getting...

• Travis Jones on Bridgeport
• Chris George on Bridgeport and Tucker County
• Craig Dutton on Lincoln

]]>5525falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/free-for-all-basketball-girls-sectionals-east-fairmont-s-historic-win-clay-battelle-and-more--58707810

• Greg Carey of MetroNews on Girls Sectionals (0:00)
• Bill Nestor, RCB radio play-by-play (19:06)
• Sean McNamara, East Fairmont radio play-by-play (31:35)
• Travis Jones, Bridgeport radio play-by-play (44:09)
• Chris George, Bridgeport and Tucker County radio (55:12)
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln radio play-by-play (1:08:12)
• Chris Johnson, on assignment covering WV Swimming (1:18:17)
• BONUS EXCLUSIVE: Luke Wiggs on the Eastern Panhandle teams(1:33:42)
• BONUS EXCLUSIVE: Ethan Collins, Clay-Battelle play-by-play (1:47:56)
• BONUS EXCLUSIVE: Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour play-by-play (2:08:43)
• BONUS EXCLUSIVE: Michael Minnich, WVNews.com Sports Editor (2:18:59)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58707810Fri, 16 Feb 2024 16:10:06 +0000MetroNewsOn today's episode: - Greg Carey of MetroNews on Girls Sectionals (0:00) - Bill Nestor, RCB radio play-by-play (19:06) - Sean McNamara, East Fairmont radio play-by-play (31:35) - Travis Jones, Bridgeport radio play-by-play (44:09) - Chris George,...

• Greg Carey of MetroNews on Girls Sectionals (0:00)
• Bill Nestor, RCB radio play-by-play (19:06)
• Sean McNamara, East Fairmont radio play-by-play (31:35)
• Travis Jones, Bridgeport radio play-by-play (44:09)
• Chris George, Bridgeport and Tucker County radio (55:12)
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln radio play-by-play (1:08:12)
• Chris Johnson, on assignment covering WV Swimming (1:18:17)
• BONUS EXCLUSIVE: Luke Wiggs on the Eastern Panhandle teams(1:33:42)
• BONUS EXCLUSIVE: Ethan Collins, Clay-Battelle play-by-play (1:47:56)
• BONUS EXCLUSIVE: Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour play-by-play (2:08:43)
• BONUS EXCLUSIVE: Michael Minnich, WVNews.com Sports Editor (2:18:59)

]]>9273falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/free-for-all-basketball-liberty-lincoln-and-rcb-jockey-for-sectional-supremacy--58624253

• Chris Johnson returns (0:00)
• Bill Nestor, RCB Boys Basketball (11:43)
• Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour Boys Basketball (29:14)
• Travis Jones, Bridgeport Basketball (41:47)
• Chris George, Bridgeport and Tucker County basketball (1:01:31)
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln Boys and Girls basketball (1:18:21)
• PODCAST EXCLUSIVE: Zak Bart, Head Coach of Liberty-Harrison Boys Basketball (1:30:51)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58624253Fri, 09 Feb 2024 15:54:37 +0000MetroNewsOn today's edition of the Friday Free For All: - Chris Johnson returns (0:00) - Bill Nestor, RCB Boys Basketball (11:43) - Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour Boys Basketball (29:14) - Travis Jones, Bridgeport Basketball (41:47) - Chris George, Bridgeport...

• Chris Johnson returns (0:00)
• Bill Nestor, RCB Boys Basketball (11:43)
• Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour Boys Basketball (29:14)
• Travis Jones, Bridgeport Basketball (41:47)
• Chris George, Bridgeport and Tucker County basketball (1:01:31)
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln Boys and Girls basketball (1:18:21)
• PODCAST EXCLUSIVE: Zak Bart, Head Coach of Liberty-Harrison Boys Basketball (1:30:51)

]]>6772falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/free-for-all-basketball-trinity-girls-keep-eye-on-prize-liberty-surging-regional-parity--58543679

• Bill Nestor, RCB Boys Basketball radio play-by-play (6:57)
• Greg White, Tygarts Valley Boys Basketball radio play-by-play (20:09)
• Travis Jones, Bridgeport Boys Basketball radio play-by-play (31:38)
• Chris George, Bridgeport Boys and Girls Basketball and Tucker County Boys and Girls Basketball (46:31)
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln Boys and Girls Basketball (59:25)
• Luke Wiggs, Panhandle News Network (1:13:55)
• PODCASTS EXCLUSIVE: Mike Baldy, Trinity Christian Girl's Basketball Coach (01:30:40)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58543679Fri, 02 Feb 2024 15:12:28 +0000MetroNewsIn one of our most jam-packed shows of the season, we're joined by: - Bill Nestor, RCB Boys Basketball radio play-by-play (6:57) - Greg White, Tygarts Valley Boys Basketball radio play-by-play (20:09) - Travis Jones, Bridgeport Boys Basketball...

• Bill Nestor, RCB Boys Basketball radio play-by-play (6:57)
• Greg White, Tygarts Valley Boys Basketball radio play-by-play (20:09)
• Travis Jones, Bridgeport Boys Basketball radio play-by-play (31:38)
• Chris George, Bridgeport Boys and Girls Basketball and Tucker County Boys and Girls Basketball (46:31)
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln Boys and Girls Basketball (59:25)
• Luke Wiggs, Panhandle News Network (1:13:55)
• PODCASTS EXCLUSIVE: Mike Baldy, Trinity Christian Girl's Basketball Coach (01:30:40)

]]>6705falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/free-for-all-basketball-thawing-out--58459588
Featured on today's show:

• Bill Nestor, play-by-play voice for Robert C. Byrd boy's basketball (11:34)
• Sean McNamara, play-by-play voice for East Fairmont boy's basketball (25:02)
• Travis Jones, play-by-play voice for Bridgeport boy's and girl's basketball (36:36)
• Chris George, broadcaster for Bridgeport boy's and girl's basketball and Tucker County boy's and girl's basketball (50:52)
• Craig Dutton, play-by-play voice for Lincoln boy's and girl's basketball (1:07:50)
• Austin Sparks, South Harrison boy's basketball head coach (1:16:19)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58459588Fri, 26 Jan 2024 16:40:54 +0000MetroNewsAfter a bunch of cancellations due to weather (including our show), we are back and so are plenty of teams as they attempt to make up games. Featured on today's show: - Bill Nestor, play-by-play voice for Robert C. Byrd boy's basketball (11:34) -...
Featured on today's show:

• Bill Nestor, play-by-play voice for Robert C. Byrd boy's basketball (11:34)
• Sean McNamara, play-by-play voice for East Fairmont boy's basketball (25:02)
• Travis Jones, play-by-play voice for Bridgeport boy's and girl's basketball (36:36)
• Chris George, broadcaster for Bridgeport boy's and girl's basketball and Tucker County boy's and girl's basketball (50:52)
• Craig Dutton, play-by-play voice for Lincoln boy's and girl's basketball (1:07:50)
• Austin Sparks, South Harrison boy's basketball head coach (1:16:19)

]]>5417falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/free-for-all-basketball-weather-permitting--58276568
On today's show, we'll hear from:

• Bill Nestor, play-by-play voice of the RCB Eagles (13:44).
• Brian Bibey, play-by-play voice for Philip Barbour boy's and girl's basketball (27:16)
• Travis Jones, play-by-play voice for Bridgeport boy's and girl's basketball (37:11)
• Chris George, play-by-play and color voice for Bridgeport boy's and girl's basketball and Tucker County boy's and girl's basketball (52:52)
• Craig Dutton, play-by-play voice for Lincoln boy's and girl's basketball (1:03:37)
• Jeff Jenkins, play-by-play voice who does rotating games each week in southern WV (1:17:07)
• BONUS PODCAST ONLY: Sean McNamara, play-by-play voice for East Fairmont (1:30:36)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58276568Fri, 12 Jan 2024 15:10:19 +0000MetroNewsWe really dive into the thick of the schedule now that the holidays are over... weather permitting of course. On today's show, we'll hear from: - Bill Nestor, play-by-play voice of the RCB Eagles (13:44). - Brian Bibey, play-by-play voice for...
On today's show, we'll hear from:

• Bill Nestor, play-by-play voice of the RCB Eagles (13:44).
• Brian Bibey, play-by-play voice for Philip Barbour boy's and girl's basketball (27:16)
• Travis Jones, play-by-play voice for Bridgeport boy's and girl's basketball (37:11)
• Chris George, play-by-play and color voice for Bridgeport boy's and girl's basketball and Tucker County boy's and girl's basketball (52:52)
• Craig Dutton, play-by-play voice for Lincoln boy's and girl's basketball (1:03:37)
• Jeff Jenkins, play-by-play voice who does rotating games each week in southern WV (1:17:07)
• BONUS PODCAST ONLY: Sean McNamara, play-by-play voice for East Fairmont (1:30:36)

]]>5950falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/free-for-all-basketball-bridgeport-s-hot-start--58146541

• Austin Sparks, South Harrison Head Coach (11:25)
• Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd play-by-play (21:16)
• Chris George, Bridgeport and Tucker County broadcaster (31:33)
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln boy's and girl's play-by-play (49:15)
• Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour boy's and girl's play-by-play (59:00)
• Luke Wiggs, Panhandle News Network (66:46)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58146541Fri, 29 Dec 2023 14:36:20 +0000MetroNewsAlex and Chris are back with the start of basketball season (0:00). We're joined today by: - Austin Sparks, South Harrison Head Coach (11:25) - Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd play-by-play (21:16) - Chris George, Bridgeport and Tucker County...

• Austin Sparks, South Harrison Head Coach (11:25)
• Bill Nestor, Robert C. Byrd play-by-play (21:16)
• Chris George, Bridgeport and Tucker County broadcaster (31:33)
• Craig Dutton, Lincoln boy's and girl's play-by-play (49:15)
• Brian Bibey, Philip Barbour boy's and girl's play-by-play (59:00)
• Luke Wiggs, Panhandle News Network (66:46)

]]>5007falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/super-six-all-roads-lead-to-wheeling--57871837

• Chris Johnson on location in Wheeling (0:00)
• Sean McNamara on North Marion's chances at a state championship (18:29)
• Travis Jones on the historic Bridgeport-Princeton game (29:00)
• Chris George on Bridgeport's wild second half and Princeton's chances against Martinsburg (43:39)
• Brian Bibey wraps up the Philip Barbour season for us (54:30)
• Fred Persinger puts a bow on the whole season with great information on all three games (1:02:51)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57871837Fri, 01 Dec 2023 13:41:02 +0000MetroNewsThe final week of the football season (and our final week before switching to basketball season) features: - Chris Johnson on location in Wheeling (0:00) - Sean McNamara on North Marion's chances at a state championship (18:29) - Travis Jones on the...

• Chris Johnson on location in Wheeling (0:00)
• Sean McNamara on North Marion's chances at a state championship (18:29)
• Travis Jones on the historic Bridgeport-Princeton game (29:00)
• Chris George on Bridgeport's wild second half and Princeton's chances against Martinsburg (43:39)
• Brian Bibey wraps up the Philip Barbour season for us (54:30)
• Fred Persinger puts a bow on the whole season with great information on all three games (1:02:51)

]]>4895falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/week-13-can-the-quarterfinals-match-round-one--57690047
On today's show:

• Bill Nestor, play-by-play voice of Robert C. Byrd, does the postseason final analysis on RCB's 3-7 season (26:15).
• Alex and Chris discuss North Marion vs. Herbert Hoover (35:18).
• Travis Jones, play-by-play voice of Bridgeport, explains what's different and what's not about Bridgeport-Cabell Midland this season (44:13).
• Chris George, color commentator for Bridgeport, takes a deeper dive into some specific matchups in Bridgeport-Cabell Midland. Chris also talks about Tucker County's path to Wheeling (57:32).
• Craig Dutton, play-by-play voice for Lincoln, recaps Lincoln's season following their season-ending 35-14 loss to North Marion.
• Brian Bibey, play-by-play voice of Philip Barbour, captures the energy of Philip Barbour's first postseason win in program history (1:18:51).
• Fred Persinger breaks down the best of the rest, including the Wahama ("Unstoppable Force") vs. Greenbrier West ("Immovable Object") game (1:25:24).
• In our BONUS SEGMENT, Sean McNamara, play-by-play voice for North Marion, joins the program to go a bit deeper on the matchup between North Marion and Herbert Hoover (1:33:42).

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57690047Fri, 17 Nov 2023 18:48:49 +0000MetroNewsRound one was, frankly, awesome. Alex Wiederspiel and Chris Johnson recap it for you (0:00). On today's show: - Bill Nestor, play-by-play voice of Robert C. Byrd, does the postseason final analysis on RCB's 3-7 season (26:15). - Alex and Chris...
On today's show:

• Bill Nestor, play-by-play voice of Robert C. Byrd, does the postseason final analysis on RCB's 3-7 season (26:15).
• Alex and Chris discuss North Marion vs. Herbert Hoover (35:18).
• Travis Jones, play-by-play voice of Bridgeport, explains what's different and what's not about Bridgeport-Cabell Midland this season (44:13).
• Chris George, color commentator for Bridgeport, takes a deeper dive into some specific matchups in Bridgeport-Cabell Midland. Chris also talks about Tucker County's path to Wheeling (57:32).
• Craig Dutton, play-by-play voice for Lincoln, recaps Lincoln's season following their season-ending 35-14 loss to North Marion.
• Brian Bibey, play-by-play voice of Philip Barbour, captures the energy of Philip Barbour's first postseason win in program history (1:18:51).
• Fred Persinger breaks down the best of the rest, including the Wahama ("Unstoppable Force") vs. Greenbrier West ("Immovable Object") game (1:25:24).
• In our BONUS SEGMENT, Sean McNamara, play-by-play voice for North Marion, joins the program to go a bit deeper on the matchup between North Marion and Herbert Hoover (1:33:42).

]]>6085falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/week-12-the-playoffs-begin--57592222

• Morgantown's proxy war against Huntington (5:52)
• East Fairmont hosts their first playoff game since 2007 as Herbert Hoover comes to town for a Saturday matinee. EFHS Coach Shane Eakles joins the show (14:43).
• Doddridge County gets an extra day of rest and prep ahead of a rematch with a high-flying Williamstown team that routed Doddridge two weeks ago. Head Coach Bobby Burnside joins the show (26:31).
• North Marion earned the number one overall seed in Class AA and is rewarded with a rivarly game vs. Lincoln in Round One. Play-by-play voice Sean McNamara joins the show to discuss North Marion's road ahead to that next and final step: Wheeling Island Stadium (37:25).
• Sean sticks around for a few minutes to talk about the Lewis County Minutemen who fought their way into the playoffs with a difficult schedule and a signuatre win over Philip Barbour (43:28).
• Bridgeport gets a tougher first round draw, but a more favorable side of the bracket and they're at home. Play-by-play voice Travis Jones joins us (25:39).
• Chris George breaks down some of the big keys for Bridgeport to get a win (58:24).
• Chris George also takes a hard look at Single A's Tucker County (01:04:10)
• Lincoln's tall task ahead as they face North Marion for the second consecutive season in the Class AA playoffs. Craig Dutton joins the program (01:09:00).
• Philip Barbour's outstanding season leads them to Mingo Central and perhaps the Colts best chance at their first ever playoff win. Play-by-play voice Brian Bibey joins the show. (01:16:34)
• Fred Persinger helps us take a look at the rest of the field (01:23:35).

PODCAST BONUS CONTENT ONLY:

• Greg Carey of MetroNews takes a deep dive on the entire field (01:32:55).

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57592222Fri, 10 Nov 2023 18:52:03 +0000MetroNews48 teams in action -- 34 Friday and 14 on Saturday -- as we attempt to narrow down our three fields of 16. North Central West Virginia is very well represented this year between Morgantown and Bridgeport in Class AAA; North Marion, Fairmont Senior,...

• Morgantown's proxy war against Huntington (5:52)
• East Fairmont hosts their first playoff game since 2007 as Herbert Hoover comes to town for a Saturday matinee. EFHS Coach Shane Eakles joins the show (14:43).
• Doddridge County gets an extra day of rest and prep ahead of a rematch with a high-flying Williamstown team that routed Doddridge two weeks ago. Head Coach Bobby Burnside joins the show (26:31).
• North Marion earned the number one overall seed in Class AA and is rewarded with a rivarly game vs. Lincoln in Round One. Play-by-play voice Sean McNamara joins the show to discuss North Marion's road ahead to that next and final step: Wheeling Island Stadium (37:25).
• Sean sticks around for a few minutes to talk about the Lewis County Minutemen who fought their way into the playoffs with a difficult schedule and a signuatre win over Philip Barbour (43:28).
• Bridgeport gets a tougher first round draw, but a more favorable side of the bracket and they're at home. Play-by-play voice Travis Jones joins us (25:39).
• Chris George breaks down some of the big keys for Bridgeport to get a win (58:24).
• Chris George also takes a hard look at Single A's Tucker County (01:04:10)
• Lincoln's tall task ahead as they face North Marion for the second consecutive season in the Class AA playoffs. Craig Dutton joins the program (01:09:00).
• Philip Barbour's outstanding season leads them to Mingo Central and perhaps the Colts best chance at their first ever playoff win. Play-by-play voice Brian Bibey joins the show. (01:16:34)
• Fred Persinger helps us take a look at the rest of the field (01:23:35).

PODCAST BONUS CONTENT ONLY:

• Greg Carey of MetroNews takes a deep dive on the entire field (01:32:55).

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• Robert C. Byrd's upset win over Liberty with Bill Nestor (4:23)
• East Fairmont's showdown with Fairmont Senior with EFHS Coach Shane Eakles (14:05)
• Bridgeport's quest for bonus points, which is mostly out of their hands, with Travis Jones (25:39)
• Tucker County's quest for the number one spot in Class Single A with Chris George (37:50)
• Lincoln's potential playoff matchups with Craig Dutton (48:57)
• Philip Barbour's outstanding season leads them to the playoffs with new proud grandad Brian Bibey (55:38)
• Statewide storylines show us a lot of jostling for positioning across the state, particularly in Class A with Fred Persinger (1:03:30)

PODCAST BONUS CONTENT ONLY:

• North Marion's quest to finish the job this season with Sean McNamara (1:09:42)
• South Harrison's tumultous season could still finish 5-5 with Alex Wiederspiel (1:22:58)

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57501999Fri, 03 Nov 2023 16:05:43 +0000MetroNewsWe made it! The 11th week of high school football has arrived, pivotal as ever. Alex Wiederspiel and Chris Johnson break down everything this week related to: - Robert C. Byrd's upset win over Liberty with Bill Nestor (4:23) - East Fairmont's...

• Robert C. Byrd's upset win over Liberty with Bill Nestor (4:23)
• East Fairmont's showdown with Fairmont Senior with EFHS Coach Shane Eakles (14:05)
• Bridgeport's quest for bonus points, which is mostly out of their hands, with Travis Jones (25:39)
• Tucker County's quest for the number one spot in Class Single A with Chris George (37:50)
• Lincoln's potential playoff matchups with Craig Dutton (48:57)
• Philip Barbour's outstanding season leads them to the playoffs with new proud grandad Brian Bibey (55:38)
• Statewide storylines show us a lot of jostling for positioning across the state, particularly in Class A with Fred Persinger (1:03:30)

PODCAST BONUS CONTENT ONLY:

• North Marion's quest to finish the job this season with Sean McNamara (1:09:42)
• South Harrison's tumultous season could still finish 5-5 with Alex Wiederspiel (1:22:58)

]]>5819wvprepfbfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/week-10-class-aa-playoffs-have-already-started--57412925
Show Breakdown
Robert C. Byrd with Bill Nestor (4:01)
South Harrison with Alex and Chris (18:33)
Bridgeport with Travis Jones (25:19)
Bridgeport Redux with Chris George (37:05)
Tucker, East Fairmont, and Elkins with Chris George (40:15)
Lincoln with Craig Dutton (51:56)
Philip Barbour with Brian Bibey (59:20)
Statewide breakdown with Fred Persinger (1:06:10)

Bonus Content (Podcast Exclusive)
Greg Carey (MetroNews) does a deep dive on playoff contenders and dark horses (1:13:34)]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57412925Fri, 27 Oct 2023 20:05:12 +0000MetroNewsAlex Wiederspiel (WKMZ) and Chris Johnson (Connect-Bridgeport) are back for Week 10. There are so many playoff worthy matchups in Class AA this week that it feels like the postseason is starting early (0:00). Show Breakdown Robert C. Byrd with Bill...
Show Breakdown
Robert C. Byrd with Bill Nestor (4:01)
South Harrison with Alex and Chris (18:33)
Bridgeport with Travis Jones (25:19)
Bridgeport Redux with Chris George (37:05)
Tucker, East Fairmont, and Elkins with Chris George (40:15)
Lincoln with Craig Dutton (51:56)
Philip Barbour with Brian Bibey (59:20)
Statewide breakdown with Fred Persinger (1:06:10)

Bonus Content (Podcast Exclusive)
Greg Carey (MetroNews) does a deep dive on playoff contenders and dark horses (1:13:34)]]>5735falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/week-9-a-flock-of-games-with-playoff-implications--57323488
Segment 1: Intro (0:00)
Segment 2: RCB (2:30)
Segment 3: South Harrison (16:39)
Segment 4: Bridgeport (24:05).
Segment 5: Regional Round-up (38:02).
Segment 6: Lincoln-Liberty (54:37).
Segment 7: Statewide with Fred Persinger (1:03:09).

Podcast-exclusive bonus segment: Brian Bibee talks about some of the challenges Philip Barbour faces in Lewis County. Plus, an incredible week: FIVE defensive touchdowns for the Colts in their win over Robert C. Byrd (1:12:12).

Our show, Football Friday Free for All, is a 90-minute live radio show airing on 103.3-FM in Clarksburg, WV and online at wkmznews.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57323488Fri, 20 Oct 2023 17:54:57 +0000MetroNewsWeek 9: when playoff ratings start becoming critically important, who ya gonna call? Hint: it's not the Ghostbusters. Alex Wiederspiel and Chris Johnson are back for another edition of the Football Friday Free-for-All as they try to cram as much...
Segment 1: Intro (0:00)
Segment 2: RCB (2:30)
Segment 3: South Harrison (16:39)
Segment 4: Bridgeport (24:05).
Segment 5: Regional Round-up (38:02).
Segment 6: Lincoln-Liberty (54:37).
Segment 7: Statewide with Fred Persinger (1:03:09).

Podcast-exclusive bonus segment: Brian Bibee talks about some of the challenges Philip Barbour faces in Lewis County. Plus, an incredible week: FIVE defensive touchdowns for the Colts in their win over Robert C. Byrd (1:12:12).

Our show, Football Friday Free for All, is a 90-minute live radio show airing on 103.3-FM in Clarksburg, WV and online at wkmznews.com.]]>5169falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/week-8-liberty-against-the-world-and-philip-barbour-s-response--57225505
Alex Wiederspiel and Chris Johnson are joined by Bill Nestor, voice of RCB (1-5), to discuss their road game at Philip Barbour (5-1) in a game the Colts are looking to use to springboard to the stretch run of their schedule (0:00).

Next, Alex and Chris highlight two big games in Harrison County as South Harrison (2-4) hosts Wahama (6-0) and Liberty (5-1) hosts East Fairmont (5-1) in a critical AA showdown (15:36).

Travis Jones, play-by-play voice for the Bridgeport Indians (5-1), joins the show ahead of Bridgeport's showdown with Preston County (1-5) Friday night (22:10).

Chris George has the final word on Bridgeport while also helping us jump around from Elkins (1-6) to Tucker County (7-0) to Philip Barbour (35:58).

Craig Dutton, voice of the Lincoln Cougars (5-2), highlights how the Cougars ended their two-game losing streak in dominant fashion against RCB (52:43).

Fred Persinger joins the show to take a look at the top games from around the state of West Virginia, including terrific matchups in Hurricane and Morgantown (1:03:13).

In our first edition of bonus content, Greg White discusses Tygarts Valley ending a 16-game losing streak dating back to the 2021 season (1:11:59).

Brian Bibbey joins the show to take a longer look at the impressive steps Philip Barbour has taken following one of the worst stretches around the state -- going from a 22-game losing streak snapped in Nick Mayle's first season to this point now where the team has a path to the playoffs (1:27:13).]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57225505Fri, 13 Oct 2023 16:27:20 +0000MetroNewsA major showdown in Harrison County leads the docket of games this week in Class AA as Liberty-Harrison hosts East Fairmont. Alex Wiederspiel and Chris Johnson are joined by Bill Nestor, voice of RCB (1-5), to discuss their road game at Philip...
Alex Wiederspiel and Chris Johnson are joined by Bill Nestor, voice of RCB (1-5), to discuss their road game at Philip Barbour (5-1) in a game the Colts are looking to use to springboard to the stretch run of their schedule (0:00).

Next, Alex and Chris highlight two big games in Harrison County as South Harrison (2-4) hosts Wahama (6-0) and Liberty (5-1) hosts East Fairmont (5-1) in a critical AA showdown (15:36).

Travis Jones, play-by-play voice for the Bridgeport Indians (5-1), joins the show ahead of Bridgeport's showdown with Preston County (1-5) Friday night (22:10).

Chris George has the final word on Bridgeport while also helping us jump around from Elkins (1-6) to Tucker County (7-0) to Philip Barbour (35:58).

Craig Dutton, voice of the Lincoln Cougars (5-2), highlights how the Cougars ended their two-game losing streak in dominant fashion against RCB (52:43).

Fred Persinger joins the show to take a look at the top games from around the state of West Virginia, including terrific matchups in Hurricane and Morgantown (1:03:13).

In our first edition of bonus content, Greg White discusses Tygarts Valley ending a 16-game losing streak dating back to the 2021 season (1:11:59).

Brian Bibbey joins the show to take a longer look at the impressive steps Philip Barbour has taken following one of the worst stretches around the state -- going from a 22-game losing streak snapped in Nick Mayle's first season to this point now where the team has a path to the playoffs (1:27:13).]]>5911falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/week-7-east-fairmont-is-rolling--57120084
For Week 7, we take our usual stroll around Harrison County, starting with Robert C. Byrd and their first win of the season (0:00). Then Bobby Burnside, Head Coach of Doddridge County High School, joins the show to talk about Doddridge-South Harrison as two young teams that seem to have found their stride of late face off for a rare mid-season showdown (11:49).

Travis Jones, play-by-play voice for Bridgeport, joins the show to discuss perhaps the biggest game in any classification this week: Bridgeport hosting Parkersburg South (24:06). Chris George has the final word on Bridgeport plus takes a look at Tucker County, Philip Barbour, and Elkins (35:34).

Craig Dutton, play-by-play voice for Lincoln, takes a look at Lincoln's second straight loss following a 4-0 start (49:27). Shane Eakle, head coach of East Fairmont, joins the show to talk about East Fairmont's season to this point, including a come-from-behind 46-36 win over Philip Barbour on Thursday night (56:52).

Fred Persinger joins the show to highlight the top games across the state, including Hurricane-Princeton, Morgantown-Fairmont Senior, and James Monroe-Greenbrier West (1:05:35).]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57120084Fri, 06 Oct 2023 17:21:30 +0000MetroNewsEast Fairmont picks up a huge win Thursday night in what, for the second year in a row, was a significantly consequential showdown with Philip Barbour. For Week 7, we take our usual stroll around Harrison County, starting with Robert C. Byrd and...
For Week 7, we take our usual stroll around Harrison County, starting with Robert C. Byrd and their first win of the season (0:00). Then Bobby Burnside, Head Coach of Doddridge County High School, joins the show to talk about Doddridge-South Harrison as two young teams that seem to have found their stride of late face off for a rare mid-season showdown (11:49).

Travis Jones, play-by-play voice for Bridgeport, joins the show to discuss perhaps the biggest game in any classification this week: Bridgeport hosting Parkersburg South (24:06). Chris George has the final word on Bridgeport plus takes a look at Tucker County, Philip Barbour, and Elkins (35:34).

Craig Dutton, play-by-play voice for Lincoln, takes a look at Lincoln's second straight loss following a 4-0 start (49:27). Shane Eakle, head coach of East Fairmont, joins the show to talk about East Fairmont's season to this point, including a come-from-behind 46-36 win over Philip Barbour on Thursday night (56:52).

Fred Persinger joins the show to highlight the top games across the state, including Hurricane-Princeton, Morgantown-Fairmont Senior, and James Monroe-Greenbrier West (1:05:35).]]>4344falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/week-6-rcb-s-first-step-south-harrison-s-next-step-and-bridgeport-s-never-ending-staircase--56995032https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56995032Fri, 29 Sep 2023 16:53:38 +0000MetroNewsNow 0-4 and with a chance to look ahead at a more favorable schedule, it's an opportunity for Robert C. Byrd High School to begin the process of building as play-by-play voice Bill Nestor explains (3:39). A banged up South Harrison team goes on the...4250falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/week-5-young-scrappy-hungry-restless-and-a-new-coat-of-bridgeport-paint--56897421
Then we move on to our top story: Bridgeport's huge second half against Fairmont Senior plus what to make of the Bridgeport-RCB rivalry. Travis Jones, long-time voice of Bridgeport, joins the show (21:14). Chris George wraps our Bridgeport analysis plus helps us jump around to Philip Barbour, Elkins, and Tucker County (33:39). Craig Dutton previews a huge Class AA matchup between Lincoln and North Marion (45:17).

Then it's the first edition of Buy or Sell on the show as Alex and Chris explore three big storylines in the region and whether Chris is buying or selling (54:30). Fred Persinger wraps the show with the final word (for now) on the transfer rules plus the games he has circled on the schedule (59:15).]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56897421Fri, 22 Sep 2023 16:41:57 +0000MetroNewsWeek 5 features big tests for two of Harrison County's youngest teams. It's been a disappointing start for Robert C. Byrd who, despite their youth, was expected to make a push in Class AA. An 0-3 start and a showdown with Bridgeport looming make for a...
Then we move on to our top story: Bridgeport's huge second half against Fairmont Senior plus what to make of the Bridgeport-RCB rivalry. Travis Jones, long-time voice of Bridgeport, joins the show (21:14). Chris George wraps our Bridgeport analysis plus helps us jump around to Philip Barbour, Elkins, and Tucker County (33:39). Craig Dutton previews a huge Class AA matchup between Lincoln and North Marion (45:17).

Then it's the first edition of Buy or Sell on the show as Alex and Chris explore three big storylines in the region and whether Chris is buying or selling (54:30). Fred Persinger wraps the show with the final word (for now) on the transfer rules plus the games he has circled on the schedule (59:15).]]>4009falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/week-4-alex-returns-bridgeport-hitting-for-par-and-lincoln-edges-nicholas-county--56813603https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56813603Fri, 15 Sep 2023 18:03:05 +0000MetroNewsAlex is back along with Chris this week! Bill Nestor joins the show up front to double dip on Robert C. Byrd's trip to Preston County this week and South Harrison's tough loss the prior week (0:00). Travis Jones recaps Bridgeport's 72-point night...4347falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/week-2-questions-about-rcb-bridgeport-and-morgantown-battle-south-harrison-liberty--56663299Hawk Talk Weekly podcast (21:36). Travis Jones brings analysis on the main event: Bridgeport-Morgantown (24:53). Chris George joins the show to talk a little Bridgeport-Morgantown, Philip Barbour, Elkins, and Tucker County (35:55). Craig Dutton has the analysis on not one, not two, not three, but four touchdowns scored by Lincoln's defense and special teams in the first game (48:40). Then Greg White, Sports Director of WDNE in Elkins, joins the show to talk about rebuilding Tygarts Valley (57:52). Fred Persinger wraps with his favorite statewide storylines of the week (1:04:20).]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56663299Fri, 01 Sep 2023 19:37:05 +0000MetroNewsTake a jaunt around North Central West Virginia on today's edition of the Football Friday Free For All ahead of Friday's games. First, Bill Nestor joins the show to discuss Robert C. Byrd's tough 0-2 start to the season under new head coach Austin...Hawk Talk Weekly podcast (21:36). Travis Jones brings analysis on the main event: Bridgeport-Morgantown (24:53). Chris George joins the show to talk a little Bridgeport-Morgantown, Philip Barbour, Elkins, and Tucker County (35:55). Craig Dutton has the analysis on not one, not two, not three, but four touchdowns scored by Lincoln's defense and special teams in the first game (48:40). Then Greg White, Sports Director of WDNE in Elkins, joins the show to talk about rebuilding Tygarts Valley (57:52). Fred Persinger wraps with his favorite statewide storylines of the week (1:04:20).]]>4213falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/week-1-season-long-implications--56593175
Travis Jones, long-time Bridgeport play-by-play man, joins the show to preview Bridgeport's quest to take that final step to a championship in Class AAA, which starts with a much improved Buckhannon-Upshur team (22:12). Chris George breaks down some of the X's and O's in that game, plus delivers updates on whether Elkins can take their first step out of a rebuild, dark horse darling Philip Barbour's progress, and the high-flying Tucker County Mountain Lions quest to return to the playoffs for a second year in a row (36:07).

The final third of the show focuses on Lincoln with play-by-play man Craig Dutton (47:28). Alex and Chris talk about South Harrison's youth (57:26). You can hear a full interview with Coach Brett Hathaway linked below. Then the King of High School Football in West Virginia, Fred Persinger, joins the show to talk about what's surprised him so far in Week 1 plus the games he has circled in red pen Friday night (1:00:27).

Listen to a full interview with Brett Hathaway, South Harrison's third-year head coach, as he discusses the youth movement in Lost Creek following the Hawks trip to the playoffs in 2022 on the first episode of Hawk Talk Weekly.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56593175Fri, 25 Aug 2023 19:55:24 +0000MetroNewsAlex Wiederspiel and Chris Johnson return to preview the opening week of regional action in West Virginia High School football (0:00). Robert C. Byrd is looking to avoid missing the playoffs in back-to-back seasons for just the second time in their...
Travis Jones, long-time Bridgeport play-by-play man, joins the show to preview Bridgeport's quest to take that final step to a championship in Class AAA, which starts with a much improved Buckhannon-Upshur team (22:12). Chris George breaks down some of the X's and O's in that game, plus delivers updates on whether Elkins can take their first step out of a rebuild, dark horse darling Philip Barbour's progress, and the high-flying Tucker County Mountain Lions quest to return to the playoffs for a second year in a row (36:07).

The final third of the show focuses on Lincoln with play-by-play man Craig Dutton (47:28). Alex and Chris talk about South Harrison's youth (57:26). You can hear a full interview with Coach Brett Hathaway linked below. Then the King of High School Football in West Virginia, Fred Persinger, joins the show to talk about what's surprised him so far in Week 1 plus the games he has circled in red pen Friday night (1:00:27).

Listen to a full interview with Brett Hathaway, South Harrison's third-year head coach, as he discusses the youth movement in Lost Creek following the Hawks trip to the playoffs in 2022 on the first episode of Hawk Talk Weekly.]]>4110falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/burnside-phares-and-hathaway-the-looming-return-of-football-friday--56521351https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56521351Sat, 19 Aug 2023 17:21:32 +0000MetroNewsOn this pre-season edition of The Football Friday Free-for-All, Alex Wiederspiel and Chris Johnson return for the second year at the helm of WKMZ's flagship high school football show (0:00). They discuss Doddridge County's upcoming season, including a...4420falsefull