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In The Circle

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D1Softball presents In The Circle with Eric Lopez and Victor Anderson. They bring you the latest news, views, previews, & reviews on all things softball from college.

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Episodes

An Easter Basket Full of Softball

March 28, 2024 12:50 - 1 hour - 46.9 MB

Hop your way into Easter weekend with In The Circle. Today, we continue our conversation about Mickey Dean stepping away from Auburn at the end of the year. Plus, we head to Peyton Manning's favorite city, Omaha for a conversation with Maverick Pitcher Kamryn Meyer.

Whatever You Do, DON’T LEAVE EARLY

March 25, 2024 12:50 - 1 hour - 33.8 MB

First, Eric Lopez catches up with Texas Softball Radio PxP Andrew Haynes. We then transition to Mississippi State's weekend series in Fayetteville which included their Sunday explosion to clinch the series.

Our #8 Can Beat Your #1

March 21, 2024 12:50 - 1 hour - 43.2 MB

Today, Eric Lopez chats with Texas great and Longhorn Network analyst Cat Osterman about softball in the Longhorn State in 2024.

Ballin’ Like March Madness

March 18, 2024 12:50 - 1 hour - 39.7 MB

On today's edition of In The Circle, you'll hear from Duke Head Coach Marissa Young along with Justin McLeod. We also chat with OSU All-American turned broadcaster Rachel Becker.

It Was ALWAYS The Jags

March 14, 2024 12:56 - 41 minutes - 19.1 MB

Eric and Victor look back at LSU's victory Tuesday in front of an energetic Tiger Park crowd. We'll chat with Jaguar Pitcher Olivia Lackie who reflects on her season so far and some of the big wins she's had in her career.

It’s A New Day, Yes It Is

March 11, 2024 13:08 - 1 hour - 38.9 MB

A new era begins for In the Circle as Eric Lopez & Victor Anderson are now a part of D1Softball family. Check out their latest episode!

Anything Can & Did Happen in College Softball Sunday

March 04, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour - 36.1 MB

Needless to say, A LOT went down this weekend.

Pulling Up to the Pull It Down Tour

February 29, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MB

Another weekend of softball awaits us. Get ready for it with today's episode of In The Circle.

Mary Nutter Being Mary Nutter

February 26, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour - 26.4 MB

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.

There’s Something About Mary (Nutter)

February 22, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour - 30.3 MB

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.

Rain Rain Go Away (Is This Coors Field or Clearwater)

February 19, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour - 37.3 MB

The two biggest storylines this weekend were the torrential rain and the torrential pouring of offense in Clearwater.

Making Our Mark in Clearwater

February 15, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour - 36.1 MB

Thursday means another edition of In The Circle. Victor is back after missing Monday's show.

Opening Weekend Observations

February 12, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour - 38 MB

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.

We've Made It to Opening Day

February 08, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour - 32.3 MB

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 O...

U Dub and New Additions

February 07, 2024 14:00 - 50 minutes - 23.2 MB

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.

Big Things Poppin in Clearwater

February 06, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour - 21.5 MB

We are one day closer to the start of the D1 season. Don't think we're stopping to celebrate after our 800th episode. S

For The 800th Time, A Tradition Unlike Any Other

February 05, 2024 12:36 - 2 hours - 38.1 MB

It's an historic day on In The Circle as we are officially in Opening Week in Division 1. It's our 800th episode and it's also our Supersized Season Preview.

Big 12 Media Week: Oklahoma State Cowgirls

February 02, 2024 20:00 - 1 hour - 22.3 MB

After four days and nine teams, it's time to wrap up our In The Circle Big 12 Media Week. Our week closes in Stillwater as Oklahoma State looks to make it back to Oklahoma City with some new faces leading the way.

Big 12 Media Week: Texas Longhorns

February 02, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 16.5 MB

We're in the home stretch of our Big 12 Media Week on In The Circle. Today's first episode sends us to Austin, Texas as the Longhorns look primed and ready to go.

Big 12 Media Week: Oklahoma Sooners

February 01, 2024 20:00 - 2 hours - 28.2 MB

Alright Oklahoma fans, it's your turn on Big 12 Media Week. The Sooners once again begin as the #1 team in the country & the pick by many to win it all again.

Big 12 Media Week: UCF Knights

February 01, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 20.4 MB

Big 12 Media Week kicks off day 4 with a rare home game for the podcast. Today, we start off in Orlando as UCF is loaded with 11 seniors and one of the top recruiting classes in the country.

Big 12 Media Week: Houston Cougars

January 31, 2024 20:00 - 1 hour - 15.8 MB

Our Big 12 Media Week stays in Texas with a trip to Houston with a revamped Cougar roster for 2024. We chat with Head Coach Kristin Vesely about the transition into the league and her new-look roster.

Big 12 Media Week: Texas Tech Red Raiders

January 31, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 16.9 MB

Leading off Day 3 of our Big 12 Media Week are the Red Raiders of Texas Tech. Craig Snider made significant progress in Year 1 in Lubbock. He catches up with Eric Lopez on what fans can look for in 2024 to build off that 31-win season plus a return trip back to Tallahassee to start the year. We then hear from reigning Big 12 […]

Big 12 Media Week: Kansas Jayhawks

January 30, 2024 20:00 - 1 hour - 16.9 MB

Our afternoon session of Big 12 Media Week sends the focus to Lawrence, Kansas. The Jayhawks made some waves last year, but are hoping experience and health can guide them to more in 2024.

Big 12 Media Week: Iowa State Cyclones

January 30, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 20.2 MB

First, we chat with Head Coach Jamie Pinkerton about his revamped coaching staff and his roster. Afterwards, we'll hear from senior outfielder Milaysia Ochoa.

Big 12 Media Week: BYU Cougars

January 29, 2024 20:00 - 1 hour - 19.5 MB

Day 1 of Big 12 Media Week concludes with one of the new kids on the block; the BYU Cougars. Head Coach Gordon Eakin shares his excitement of being in the Big 12.

Big 12 Media Week: Baylor Bears

January 29, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 14.9 MB

Baylor looks to make a deep postseason run with an experienced and healthier roster. We discuss those expectations with Head Coach Glenn Moore along with his excitement for his team going into this season.

Fridays Are For The Tigers and Aggies

January 26, 2024 11:30 - 2 hours - 56.6 MB

We wrap up this week with two more guests from the SEC. First, we travel to Columbia, Missouri and chat with Mizzou Head Coach Larissa Anderson.

Hog Calls and Huge Announcements

January 25, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 29.3 MB

We're officially TWO weeks away from Division 1 softball kicking off. We help get you one day closer with today's episode of In The Circle.

Planning for 2024 in Palo Alto

January 24, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 28.4 MB

On today's episode, Eric chats with Stanford Head Coach Jessica Allister about the excitement around the campus for 2024 after their first trip to Oklahoma City in nearly two decades.

Geauxing Up to Baton Rouge

January 22, 2024 10:30 - 1 hour - 51 MB

Today's episode is all about the LSU Tigers who are primed and ready for a run to Oklahoma City.

Climbing Up The Mountain (West)

January 18, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 50.3 MB

We're making our way back out west on today's episode of In The Circle. Specifically, we visit the Mountain West with the two favorites to bring home the championship in 2024.

Hokies, Fighting Irish, and Polls (Sounds Like Festivus)

January 17, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 32.7 MB

Podcast #2 of the week has two ACC coaches primed and prepared for big seasons in 2024. We first travel to South Bend for a chat with Notre Dame Head Coach Deanna Gumpf.

Tomahawk Talk in Tally

January 15, 2024 11:30 - 1 hour - 29.8 MB

On today's episode, we chat with one of our favorite and most popular guests. Eric catches up with Florida State Head Coach Lonni Alameda about her induction into the NFCA Hall of Fame.

Big Things Bruin in Westwood

January 11, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 33 MB

More Pac-12? Yep, more Pac-12 today on In The Circle. This episode sends us out to Westwood and our conversation with Shelly Carlin UCLA Head Coach Kelly Inouye-Perez.

You Can Find Us at Club Farrington

January 10, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 27.9 MB

Today, we head to Club Farrington for a chat with Arizona State Head Coach Megan Bartlett.

Bearing Down for Arizona

January 08, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 33.7 MB

We're over a month away from Opening Day in Division 1. In The Circle continues through its journey through the Pac-12, stopping today in Tucson.

Sturdy and Reloaded Golden Bears

January 04, 2024 11:00 - 59 minutes - 27.4 MB

Our Pac-12 road trip continues on In The Circle with a trip to Berkeley. We chat with Cal Head Coach Chelsea Spencer as the Golden Bears are coming off their first NCAA Tournament since 2018.

Some Duck Energy for Victor’s Studio Return

January 02, 2024 11:30 - 56 minutes - 25.8 MB

With 2024 here, that means softball will be played next month. Ring in the new year with the first podcast of 2024.

Some Duck Energy for Victor's Studio Return

January 02, 2024 11:30 - 56 minutes - 25.8 MB

With 2024 here, that means softball will be played next month. Ring in the new year with the first podcast of 2024. It's special since it marks the first time since February 2020 that Victor is in the studio with Eric. The guys get ready for the swan song of the Pac-12 with their interview with Oregon Head Coach Melyssa . After leading the Ducks to their first Super Regional in 2018, Coach Lombardi has the Ducks primed for even bigger things in 2024. She reflects on the past season along wit...

Getting Cocky for 2024

December 28, 2023 11:30 - 1 hour - 53.1 MB

Before we head into 2024, we put a bow on this year with the final In The Circle of 2023. We chat with South Carolina Head Coach Beverly Smith about the Gamecocks' outlook heading into 2024 and their run from last year. Plus, Justin McLeod from The Dugout Digest joins Eric for Part 2 of their Year in Review. Finally, Victor shares his biggest stories of the year and makes two HUGE announcements for our first episode in 2024. 

Twas The Podcast After Christmas

December 26, 2023 10:30 - 1 hour - 44 MB

The plan was to only have one episode this week before 2023 ended. Then, softball had to be softball. So, Eric Lopez is back to host today's episode of In The Circle while Victor has the show off. Eric chats with North Texas Head Coach Rodney DeLong as the Mean Green prepare for their debut season in Conference USA. Coach DeLong looks at their upcoming schedule and how his team will fare in their new home. Plus, Part 1 of our Season Recap with Dugout Digest's Justin McLeod. He and Eric look ...

Charging On to Christmas

December 21, 2023 11:30 - 1 hour - 36.2 MB

Twas the Thursday before Christmas and all through the pod, plenty of topics were stirring with a wink and a nod. The jerseys were hung by the locker so near as the 2024 season soon will be here. Down in The Kingdom, the home of the Knights UCF prepares for season #1 under the Big 12 lights Two of Coach Bear's assistants, Becca Mueller and Jen Salling Come on In The Circle for conversation and no yelling.  They each share their thoughts on UCF's squad And also share tales of th...

Welcome to Winning in Paradise

December 18, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 37.5 MB

After a 35-win debut season in Boca Raton, Jordan Clark has FAU Softball riding a wave of momentum heading into 2024. The Owls' fearless leader joins us on In The Circle to break down her team heading into this year along with their move to the American. She also looks at her first year as a head coach, Courtney Deifel's influence on her career and FAU's Final Four run energizing the entire campus. The guys then look at the Owls' schedule in 2024 and what games Victor will look forward to in...

One Podcast for the Old Kentucky Home

December 14, 2023 12:15 - 1 hour - 49.1 MB

While you're making your list and checking it twice, we know this latest episode will be really nice. Two former teammates and two successful Head Coaches looking to build on 2023 come back to In The Circle. First, we head to Lexington for our annual chat with Kentucky Head Coach Rachel  Lawson. She shares how life without current WPF Rookie of the Year Kayla Kowalik has gone so far. Coach also shares her thoughts on having a healthy Erin Coffel & Stephanie Schoonover plus her challenging no...

Turning the Paige for Utah

December 11, 2023 11:30 - 1 hour - 29.9 MB

After making it back to the Women's College World Series in 2023, the Utah Utes are ready for a return trip in 2024. On our latest episode, we catch-up with Utah Assistant Coach Paige Parker about last year's run to Oklahoma City. She also shares her thoughts on coaching at the WCWS compared to playing there with Oklahoma. Coach Parker also looks at her work with the pitching staff, the Utes' strong schedule this season and more. We then break down their schedule in more detail including the...

Chomping It Up with Coach Walton

December 07, 2023 11:30 - 1 hour - 41 MB

We stay in the SEC (by choice, not by commandment) on this episode of In The Circle. Today, we head to Gainesville to catch-up with Florida Head Coach Tim Walton. Coach Walton looks back on his time with Team USA this summer and how it served to recharge him. He also reflects back on a successful fall & the building blocks laid for 2024. He also discusses the return of Francesca Enea along with what her experiences have brought to the table. The guys look at the Gators' 2024 schedule plus so...

ROLL DAMN MURPH

December 04, 2023 11:30 - 57 minutes - 26.5 MB

ICYMI, Alabama made some news this weekend. We keep the party going on today's episode as we chat with Crimson Tide Head Coach Patrick Murphy. After leading Bama U to another WCWS appearance in 2023, he chats about building out this year's ballclub. He also shares the extra significance of having Kayla Braud back in Tuscaloosa and what topics could be on the table this week at the NFCA Convention in Louisville. Coach Murphy also discusses their summer trip to Italy and the experiences learne...

Back for the First Time

November 30, 2023 11:30 - 1 hour - 40.2 MB

It's always fun to have someone appear on In The Circle for the first time. When you have TWO first-time guests, then start throwing a parade. We wrap up November with two new assistants to schools with lofty expectations in 2024. First, we caught new Georgia Assistant Coach Chelsea Wilkinson on returning back to her alma mater. She reflected on her journey from playing for the Bulldogs to now coaching them and all stops in between. Plus, Coach Wilkinson shares her thoughts on this year's ro...

Things Are Getting B1G Around Here

November 27, 2023 10:45 - 1 hour - 40 MB

Now that you're fully rested from Thanksgiving, it's back to business here on In The Circle. Our tour of the Big Ten continues as we focus on two schools looking to make their way back to the postseason. First, we had to Happy Valley for a chat with Penn State Head Coach Clarisa Crowell. After another 30+ win season and back-to-back years at .500 or better in conference, optimism is high for her fourth season. She chats about how her team will look entering 2024, life without lefty ace Baile...