Anything Can & Did Happen in College Softball Sunday
In The Circle
Needless to say, A LOT went down this weekend. As always, we'll do our best to break it all down on In The Circle. We recap Louisiana's historic victory in Norman to snap the Sooners' record winning streak. You'll hear from both Coach Glasco and Coach Gasso as well as our thoughts on the game. We then look back at some of the stunning results in Tallahassee and Charlotte as well as Eric thoughts on Victor's first #YeahISaidIt.
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Pulling Up to the Pull It Down Tour
In The Circle
Another weekend of softball awaits us. Get ready for it with today's episode of In The Circle. Our show travels back up to Duval County for a chat with UNF Head Coach Jeff Conrad. The Ospreys had a dominant weekend at the UNF/JU Classic going 3-0, outscoring their foes 24-2. Coach Conrad breaks down their weekend and their season so far as they prepare for their first ever West Coast trip. He also shares adding Amber Fiser to his staff and his outlook for his squad in 2024. We also recap Georgia's walk-off versus Clemson and Texas surviving a road battle against Texas State. Eric then tries to...
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Mary Nutter Being Mary Nutter
In The Circle
The weekend at Mary Nutter was full of softball. We do our best to break down the important findings on this episode of In The Circle. Eric shares his thoughts on the action he called this weekend on FloSoftball along with the team that made the biggest statement. You'll also hear from Justin McLeod from D1Softball who made the rounds to Clemson and Georgia this weekend. Plus, Victor has thoughts on his trip to Jacksonville and an ASUN who has emerged as his pick to challenge Central Arkansas.
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There's Something About Mary (Nutter)
In The Circle
Another jam-packed week of action is on the horizon. Kick it off with the latest episode of In The Circle. Today's episode focuses on Mary Nutter in Cathedral City with plenty of WCWS-calibur matchups. You'll hear from Oklahoma's Patty Gasso as well as Mizzou Head Coach Larissa Anderson. Victor looks at some of the key games to watch and what teams are in need of a signature weekend. Plus, Eric goes one-on-one with Penn State HC Clarisa Crowell as her Nittany Lions are off to their 2nd straight 7-0 start. You'll also hear from Michigan's Bonnie Tholl and some of the other key games this...
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Rain Rain Go Away (Is This Coors Field or Clearwater)
In The Circle
The two biggest storylines this weekend were the torrential rain and the torrential pouring of offense in Clearwater. Eric and Victor break it down on today's In The Circle. Eric shares his thoughts & theories on why the offenses were on a whole different planet this weekend. Victor provides some numbers that showcase the historic pace the teams in Clearwater were on. After we share the biggest stories on the field, we look at what Power 5 conference might be in trouble already two weeks in.
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Making Our Mark in Clearwater
In The Circle
Thursday means another edition of In The Circle. Victor is back after missing Monday's show. He explains that at the start and end of the pod. The guys first look at the devastating news from Lincoln with Jordy Bahl being out for the season. They look at who needs to step up for Nebraska and what it means for the Big Ten. Week #2 of the season means another edition of the Shriners Children’s Clearwater Invitational Presented by EvoShield. Today, we'll look at the marquee matchups in the event with ESPN's Mark Neely. He also shares stories about his career, working with a diverse cast of...
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Opening Weekend Observations
In The Circle
Now that the first weekend of Division 1 is in the books, it's time to review what we saw on today's episode of In The Circle. With Victor still recovering from this weekend, Eric is joined by D1Softball's Justin McLeod. They look at what happened with UCLA, the ramifications of Jordy Bahl's injury and more. Plus, you'll hear from Larissa Anderson and Ashley Chastain after they recorded signature victories. The guys also look ahead to this week's Clearwater Invitational.
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We've Made It to Opening Day
In The Circle
For the first time in 2024, we can say it. IT'S GAMEDAY FOR D1 SOFTBALL. Kick it off with In The Circle. First, we chat with Wichita State Head Coach Kristi Bredbenner about her Shockers in 2024. How will things look without Syd the Kid in the lineup? What will her team look like in the new-look American? We discuss those things, her returning All-American Addison Barnard, and much more. While the Shockers will spend Week 2 of the season in Mexico, Duke starts their season there against #1 Oklahoma. We talk with new Blue Devils Assistant Taylor Wike about being a part of Coach Young's staff....
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U Dub and New Additions
In The Circle
We're on the eve of Opening Day in Division 1. Today, we catch up with the Washington Huskies who will kick off their season in Mexico tomorrow. We chat with Head Coach Heather Tarr about her new-look roster and the return of some of her greatest players to her coaching staff. You'll actually hear one of them make a cameo appearance on the show. Plus, our thoughts on the Huskies schedule and Eric has his own news to share with you.
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Big Things Poppin in Clearwater
In The Circle
We are one day closer to the start of the D1 season. Don't think we're stopping to celebrate after our 800th episode. Show #801 focuses on the NFCA Leadoff Classic and two teams who will be in the spotlight. First, we journey to Clemson to chop it up with Head Coach John Rittman. His Tigers made it to Super Regionals in 2023 and look ready for that breakthrough to Oklahoma City in 2024. He talks about their season opening slate, his reigning Player of the Year Valerie Cagle, and many more topics. After that, we travel to Virginia for our chat with Liberty Head Coach Dr. Dot Richardson. She...
info_outlineOn this edition of In The Circle, we share with you some special news about our future and partnership with FastPitch News. We then chat with FastPitch News editor and former Golden Gopher ace and two-time NPF champion Sara Moulton about her trip to the Women's College World Series as well as what's coming up. Our podcast concludes with thoughts on recent coaching hires at Indiana, Georgia Tech and a stunning departure in Division II.