In The Circle
581 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 94 ratingsD1Softball 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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It's Time for the WCWS
June 01, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 30.3 MBWe have finally made it to Oklahoma City and this year's Women's College World Series. On this episode of In The Circle, we share our thoughts on this year's eight teams and who has the best chance to beat Oklahoma. Tennessee PxP voice Brian Rice shares his perspective on the Lady Vol's first trip to Oklahoma City since 2015. He also explains how Tennessee is approaching its opening-round showdown with Alabama. We then draft what teams have the best chances of beating Oklahoma and add...
Next Stop, Exit 132A
May 30, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 34.6 MBWe now know the eight teams who are heading to Oklahoma City. On this episode of In The Circle we breakdown how each team ended up making it to the Women's College World Series. Plus, Stanford radio announcer and host of Bleav In Softball Jenna Becerra reflects on Jessica Allister's run back to Oklahoma City with the Cardinal as well as the Pac-12 sending three teams to OKC for the second straight season. We also make an announcement about our #ITCLive coverage during the WCWS as well as Vic...
It's A Bird, It's A Plane, It's Super #Mayhem
May 25, 2023 10:10 - 1 hour - 37.5 MBWe are down to eight teams left in Division 2 and 16 each in D1 as well as D3. On this episode of In The Circle, we will break down all three divisions in one episode (because we can). First, Wayne Cavadi joins the podcast with his thoughts on Division 2 National Championships in Chattanooga and what teams have the best chance to win it all. After that, we are joined by ESPN's Maura Sheridan who was on the call for Washington's historic comeback Sunday with Nicole Mendes. She reflects...
A Sunday for the Ages
May 22, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 43.9 MBAfter witnessing one of the wildest Championship Sundays in recent memory, we have a few things to get off our chest. On our latest episode of In The Circle, Victor has strong thoughts on the NCAA's treatment of schools once eliminated and how one school called out ESPN about their lack of caring for their journey to the tournament. We then recap a dramatic Sunday, including the Miracle at Montlake, some questionable umpiring, and UCLA going 0-2 in Los Angeles. We also break down LSU ...
#D2Thursday...Yes, Again!
May 18, 2023 13:00 - 40 minutes - 16.2 MBNow that we've figured out our Super Regional matchups, Victor Anderson breaks down all eight showdowns on this special Division 2 edition of In The Circle. He shares his key players to watch and predicts who will advance to Chattanooga next week. Hopefully, he can fare better than his picks last week, where he got only 10 of the 16 Super Regional teams correct.
Mayhem....Enough Said
May 18, 2023 10:30 - 1 hour - 45 MBAs we officially embark on another season of #Mayhem in the NCAA Tournament, In The Circle always has you covered. Today's episode features D1 Softball's Rhiannon Potkey, who shares her thoughts on each regional and makes some picks with Eric Lopez. Matt Monogan from MLB.com chats about his feature on UCF's Jasmine Williams on balancing softball and motherhood. Eric and Victor then make their regional predictions and thoughts on the USA Softball Player of the Year Top 3.
They Got Seeded WHERE? Wait, They're A WHAT SEED?
May 15, 2023 11:30 - 1 hour - 45.2 MBWe knew coming into Selection Sunday, and we would see some very controversial decisions. NOBODY was prepared for what actually happened. We will attempt to make sense of all of it in today's episode. Justin McLeod joins Eric Lopez and Victor Anderson as they look at the Field of 64, the reasoning behind Alabama's No. 5 seed, why Louisiana didn't host (and Clemson did), and some of the other juicy topics that came up on Sunday night. Plus, we will replay our interviews on Selection Sunday ...
#D2Thursday? #D2Thursday!!
May 11, 2023 12:00 - 44 minutes - 17.7 MBThe road to Chattanooga has officially begun, and we will have you covered right here on In The Circle. Victor Anderson takes a look at all 8 Regions and all 16 Regionals. He shares what players to look for and who he thinks will advance to Super Regionals. Plus, he discusses the All-Region Teams.
The Cat Is In Her Bag
May 10, 2023 11:30 - 1 hour - 34.2 MBYes, we know it's Wednesday, but you still know what that means. On our latest episode of In The Circle, we catch up with the one and only Cat Osterman about her first two seasons broadcasting on the Longhorn Network with Alex Loeb. She also talks about the retirement of Monica Abbott and breaks down the Big 12 Tournament. Victor Anderson joins and asks Eric Lopez some last-minute questions on what he will be looking for in various conference tournaments and their impact on his Bracketology,
It's Postseason...Season
May 08, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 31.5 MBWe are less than a week away from Selection Sunday and appear to have more answers than questions. As conference tournaments begin this week, we are preparing to answer some of those questions. On this episode of In The Circle, we preview the inaugural Pac-12 Tournament, where Arizona will look to avoid missing the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 1986. Pac-12 Network analyst and former Wildcast Kenzie Fowler joins the podcast to preview the tournament and her thoughts on the nation...
May The Fourth Be With You
May 04, 2023 12:30 - 1 hour - 39.7 MBIt's setting up to be one of THOSE postseasons. We will have you covered on this episode of In The Circle. Today, we share our thoughts on USA Softball's Top 10 Player of the Year Finalists. The guys continue their campaign to add a Pitcher of the Year and Player of the Year. Plus, they give their thoughts on who will be in the Top 3 and who should have been added to the list. Eric Lopez chats with Central Arkansas Head Coach Jenny Parsons, who has the Sugar Bears as the #1 seed in the AS...
Clear As Mud
May 01, 2023 11:30 - 1 hour - 25.8 MBAs we officially enter May and its usual Mayhem, we attempt to clear things up on our latest episode of In The Circle. Does Northwestern have a shot at a Top 8 National Seed? Is Clemson in trouble in terms of hosting? Will the SEC get all 13 schools in the field? Those are just some of the questions that will be discussed on the podcast. Eric Lopez's chat with UCF's Sarah Willis after a perfect weekend (pun intended) against Houston. Also, Victor HATES obstruction (don't we all), and we have...
The Mayhem Is Slowly Approaching...Nah It's Already Here
April 27, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 37.8 MBForget about the ides of March; it's the mayhem of college softball we are discussing on this episode of In The Circle. We look at some of the results from Wednesday night and last week and how they will impact the Field of 64 as we quickly approach Selection Sunday. We also discuss how it will affect Eric's Bracketology (which can be found on Extra Innings Softball). Next, we are joined by Gray Robertson, who will call this weekend's huge SEC showdown between LSU and Alabama. Gray di...
Chatting with the Chairwoman
April 24, 2023 11:00 - 52 minutes - 20.9 MBAs we enter the home stretch for this season, it's time for our yearly conversation with the head of the Division 1 Softball Committee. This year, we are honored to have Chairwoman Kelly Gatwood join us on the podcast. She talks about the committee's process in selecting a 64-team field. She also discusses what she learned while on the committee last year.
These Don't Look Like Rankings to Me
April 20, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 40.4 MBSo much to talk about on our latest episode of In The Circle. Victor Anderson shares his thoughts on the first Division 2 regional "rankings" (which were more like a list of teams in consideration) and what regions have the most intrigue heading toward the end of the season. We then catch up with Iowa Assistant Coach Mandy Gardner, who helped the Hawkeyes turn around their fortunes this season. She chats with Eric Lopez about her path to Iowa, her playing career, and how the Hawkeyes have im...
It's Getting Drafty In Here
April 17, 2023 11:00 - 51 minutes - 20.7 MBWe get ready for a historic day in Oklahoma City with the 2023 WPF Draft. On our latest episode, we talk with Alex Powers who will be on the coverage with Jen Schroder and Chris Plank at the historic Yale Theatre. She chats with Eric Lopez about what fans can expect during the draft and the 2023 season. She also talks about broadcasting both FSU Baseball & Softball as well as the outlook of college softball with a month to go before Selection Sunday. The guys then recap the weekend that wa...
A Master at Her Craft
April 13, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 25.8 MBOn today's edition of In The Circle, Eric Lopez gives his thoughts on the Tuesday schedule and the ramifications they will have with Selection Sunday just over a month away. Afterward, we talk to one of the rising stars in the business. Dorian Craft talks to In The Circle about Central Arkansas's win over Arkansas in Conway Tuesday night. She talks about UCA's success, the continued growth of Arkansas, and some other tidbits throughout the season. She also reflects on her path into broadcas...
The Rhodes Back to Rocky Top
April 10, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 34.8 MBNow that Easter has come and gone, it's time to prepare for the second nine of the college softball season. On this episode of In The Circle, Eric chats with Tennessee Pitching Coach Megan Rhodes Smith. Before their weekend tilts with Baylor and Mercer, she reflected on the Lady Vol's camaraderie as a staff and their great start to the season. She also breaks down the work it takes to develop a pitching staff and Monica Abbott's retirement. After the interview, the guys look back at an...
A Podcast Unlike Any Other
April 06, 2023 10:34 - 1 hour - 34.1 MBHello friends! While we won't stroll down a lane of magnolias or say Amen in a corner, we have another episode of In The Circle ready to get you through this Easter Weekend. Victor Anderson starts the podcast by showing love to Marshall and their 21-game winning streak, which has gone largely unnoticed within college softball. He also breaks down what the Thundering Herd needs to do to get into at-large consideration for the NCAA Tournament. Next, we catch up with USF Ace Georgina Corr...
Just The Two of Them
April 03, 2023 11:00 - 44 minutes - 17.7 MBIt's just Eric Lopez, Victor Anderson, and YOU on our latest episode of In The Circle. The guys share their thoughts on the weekend results in Norman, Westwood, and a surprising result in the B1G. Eric has concerns about an SEC team that is in danger of not hosting regionals for the first time in nearly 20 years. They also share thoughts on Saturday's situation in Starkville and why college softball might have a Caitlin Clark problem. Don't worry; we will explain what we mean.
Love That Ashley Waters, Boston You're Her Home
March 30, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 32 MBIt's time to have some of that Boston dirty water on our latest episode of In The Circle. Eric Lopez catches up with Boston University Head Coach Ashley Waters. The Terriers are set to kick off Patriot League play this weekend against Holy Cross in the Turnpike Trophy Game. She brings us up to speed on her ball club going into conference play, the keys to winning back the Patriot League, and their season so far. Victor Anderson then shares his thoughts on softball radio broadcasts and ...
We Don't Believe What We Didn't See
March 27, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 34.7 MBOur latest podcast breaks down what happened in Stillwater on Friday night and what didn't happen that has the guys red-hot. Eric Lopez shares what it means for the Cowgirls' chances for the No. 1 overall seed and keeping up with the defending two-time champion Oklahoma Sooners. Victor Anderson looks at a wild series in Lexington with Texas A&M and Kentucky and what happened in Knoxville. Also, Eric is not happy about his Men's Tournament Bracket. We class up the show as SEC Network commenta...
Say It Again Sammy
March 23, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 34.5 MBWith B1G Softball getting started this weekend, it's only fitting that we bring B1G Ten Network commentator Sammy Nettling to join us on the show's latest episode to share her thoughts on the league as conference play starts this weekend. She also looks at the outlook for the Big Ten this season, the key storylines she's looking for, her playing career at Northwestern, and how she got into broadcasting. Eric Lopez released his first Bracketology on Extra Innings Softball this week. Victor ...
Keeping Up With The Johns'
March 20, 2023 10:40 - 1 hour - 37.4 MBWith ESPN ramping up their coverage of College Softball, what better time to have their long-time statistician Karen Johns join us on our latest episode. She chats with Eric Lopez about her extensive career in softball and her bond with Beth Mowins, Michele Smith, and the A-Crew with the Women's College World Series. This is one interview you don't want to miss.
Love Kenzie Fowler, Umps Not So Much
March 16, 2023 10:30 - 1 hour - 33 MBOne of the guys took March Madness a little too literally on our latest episode of In The Circle. Victor Anderson shares his thoughts on two situations with umpires at UC Riverside and in Long Beach that have him fired up. He also gives a little speech to the umpires who might be on a little power trip lately. As Victor calms down, Eric Lopez chats with Pac-12 Network analyst Kenzie Fowler to recap the opening week in the Pac-12 and her early impressions of the league so far. We wrap up the ...
The Madness Has Arrived
March 13, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 38.5 MBThis weekend was one of the wildest this season, and we'll break it down in our latest episode. We look at Texas A&M's series win over Arkansas and one of the most surprising results involving UCLA and Cal. Plus, we recap the weekend in the Pac-12 and SEC. We catch up with SEC Network analyst Tori Vidales about her thoughts on the SEC heading into this past weekend. She also shares her growing broadcasting schedule and perspective on getting more assignments. We finish the show with Eric Lop...
What (Kevin) Brown Can Do For You
March 09, 2023 12:30 - 56 minutes - 22.7 MBOn our latest episode of In The Circle, we catch up with ESPN's Kevin Brown, who is in the middle of a busy month of broadcasts. He recently called Georgia Tech's walk-off win over No. 18 Auburn and will be a part of the American Athletic Conference tournament broadcast this weekend in Dallas. Kevin carved out some time to reflect on his busy March and how broadcasters can prepare for a full schedule such as his. He also talks about his chemistry with Amanda Scarborough, calling that wild pl...
Changes, Caylan Arnold, and Complaining About Broadcasting
March 06, 2023 12:00 - 2 hours - 48.6 MBWe have A LOT to get to on our latest episode. First, we discuss the news out of Raleigh with Jennifer Patrick-Swift being fired from NC State. Justin McLeod from Extra Innings Softball chats with Eric about what is next for the program and why the change was made so early in the season. Afterward, we're joined for the first time in our podcast form by ACC Network analyst Caylan Arnold. She looks back at her playing career and what led her to attend Florida State. She also shares how she got...
Leading Off with Syd The Kid
March 02, 2023 11:00 - 52 minutes - 20.9 MBWe come your way with another episode and month of In The Circle as we lead off a new month. Who better to set the table than the nation's leading hitter and table setter than Wichita State's Sydney McKinney? She joins the show to talk about her path in softball, which led her to Wichita State. McKinney talks about her growth as a player, The rise of Wichita State Softball, her experience playing for USA Softball last fall, and her post-softball plans at Wichita State. Also, on the epi...
Mary Nutter, Mary Nutter
February 27, 2023 11:30 - 1 hour - 25.4 MBAnother weekend is in the books and we break it all down here on our latest episode of In The Circle. We share our thoughts on the many gripes about the coverage and media rights involved in the tournament. Victor also gives a PSA to broadcasters on preparation and pronouncing players names as well as why Oklahoma/UCLA didn't appear in ESON like some fans suggested it should have. To provide a better perspective on what happened in Cathedral City, we chat with D1 Softball's Tara Henry ...
Hey Abbott! Thank You: Monica Abbott Retires from Softball
February 23, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 30.1 MBIn our latest edition of In The Circle, Victor Anderson talks about Monica Abbott announcing her retirement from softball and her impact on the game. He reflects on his first time seeing Abbott in college and her remarkable numbers while in Tennessee. We play back thoughts on Monica from her college catcher, Syracuse Head Coach Shannon Doepking, and Ralph & Karen Weekly in Throwback Thursday. Afterward, we head to Montgomery, Alabama, to chat with Alabama State Head Coach Todd Bradley....
Reflections In The Clearwater
February 20, 2023 11:30 - 1 hour - 36.8 MB40 games later, the 2023 TaxAct Clearwater Invitational Presented by EvoShield has concluded. In this episode, Victor Anderson, Eric Lopez, and Justin McLeod break down the biggest storylines they saw during their time at Eddie C. Moore. What teams and players stood out the most? Why was the strike zone more fluid than the high tide on the beach? Will UCLA or Oklahoma State be the new No. 1 this week? We also discuss Baylor's win over Oklahoma on Sunday afternoon and the field for the 2024 e...
Taking Our Talents to Clearwater
February 16, 2023 12:30 - 1 hour - 27.3 MBOn our latest episode of In The Circle, Victor returns to host and share his thoughts on the Texas-Kentucky ending on Sunday. We also hear from Rachel Lawson from an interview she had with Perfect Game Softball earlier in the week. Victor also shares how the story gained national attention when it was discussed on Around The Horn. Victor then shows his love and appreciation for a couple of players who might have flown under the radar including a Sooner who had a breakout weekend in Californi...
We Play to TIE The Game? Texas vs. Kentucky Softball
February 13, 2023 12:30 - 1 hour - 28.5 MBNow that the big game is over and the confetti has fallen, we clean up what was a wild opening weekend in Division 1 Softball on this episode of In The Circle. With Victor Anderson recovering from this weekend, Eric Lopez is joined by Justin McLeod from Extra Inning Softball as they break down the very controversial ending to Texas-Kentucky in Clearwater on Sunday, as well as possible changes to be made to the drop-dead time rule. We will also recap the other results from the NFCA Lead-Off C...
One More Sleep Till D1 Softball
February 08, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 26 MBWe have waited all summer, fall, and winter to start the road to Oklahoma City. We take that final step together on this episode of In The Circle. We get started in Ann Arbor as Michigan will take the field Thursday for the first time in 39 seasons without Coach Hutch leading the way. Eric Lopez talks with Michigan Head Coach Bonnie Tholl as she prepares to lead the Wolverines into battle this weekend in Florida. She reflects on the preparation for this moment, her team heading into 2023, ba...
Team USA Softball Coaching Reunion
February 07, 2023 12:00 - 2 hours - 60.7 MBWe're one day closer to the Division 1 season getting started. We have another full episode ready for you on In The Circle. Today, we caught up with three of the Team USA coaching staff members. First, we chat with Team USA and Washington Head Coach Heather Tarr. She reflects on balancing both roles last year and the busy summer she had. The coach also shares her outlook on the Huskies' 2023 season, led by National Player of the Year candidate Baylee Klinger and the Pac-12 Tournament. ...
Our College Softball Season Preview Spectacular..In Bulk
February 06, 2023 12:00 - 2 hours - 57.5 MB1 Podcast 3 Respected voices in the sport 32 Conferences We have you covered like always on this episode of In The Circle as we officially are in a game week for Division 1. First, we catch up with our great friend ESPN's Amanda Scarborough, who surveys the landscape of the Power 5 conferences. What team in the SEC is catching her eye for 2023? Which teams have the best chance to knock off Oklahoma? Who can make it to Oklahoma City? Afterward, we go through the rest of colleg...
We're All American (Athletic Conference) Softball
February 03, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 40.5 MBOn our latest episode of In The Circle, we talk about the American Athletic Conference and two teams who look to knock off the defending champion UCF. First, we travel westbound on I-4 and catch up with USF Head Coach Ken Eriksen. Last year, the Bulls won 45 games and made it to the AAC Championship Game. Coach Eriksen catches up with Eric Lopez about his Bulls heading into 2023, former Bulls player Ronnie Gajownik breaking barriers in Baseball, and hosting the conference tournament this yea...
The Champ Is Here...AGAIN, Patty Gasso Talks Oklahoma Softball
February 01, 2023 11:00 - 47 minutes - 18.9 MBIt wouldn't be a season preview here on In The Circle without talking to the National Champions. We take care of that on this episode as we chat with Oklahoma Head Coach Patty Gasso. The Sooners look for their third straight national championship and have another talented roster ready to take the field. Coach Gasso breaks down her team and a pair of freshmen to keep an eye on. She also talks about her defense, the landscape of college softball, and her insane non-conference schedule, which i...
Some SEC Softball with Courtney Deifel, Beth Torina, and Rachel Lawson
January 30, 2023 12:00 - 2 hours - 55.5 MBOn this episode of In The Circle, we head deep into the SEC. First, we talk to the reigning SEC Coach of the Year, Arkansas Head Coach Courtney Deifel. The Razorbacks look to make it three straight regular season conference crowns in 2023. Coach talks to In The Circle about the Arkansas program's increased attention and growth. Coach Deifel shares the outlook for her team this year as well as hosting the SEC Tournament at Bogle Park. She also has some thoughts on seeding the NCAA tournament,...
The Wild, Wild Mountain West Softball Outlook
January 27, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 45.3 MBWe wrap up another week here on In The Circle by taking our talents to the Mountain West. Eric Lopez catches up with three of the league's top coaches. First, San Diego State Head Coach Stacey Nuveman-Deniz talks to In The Circle as San Diego State prepares for the upcoming season. After winning the Mountain West one year ago and making the regional final in Tempe, Coach looks back at last year and talks about the Aztecs' season outlook. Coach Nuveman breaks down her star-studded coach...
Heading Back to the ACC to Talk Florida State and Clemson Softball
January 25, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 40.9 MBWhen we say something will happen on In The Circle, trust that it will happen. On our second of three episodes this week, we travel back to the ACC and talk to two of the favorites to win the league and make it to Oklahoma City. First, we have our annual conversation with Florida State Head Coach Lonni Alameda. The Seminoles are ranked in the Top 5 of multiple preseason polls and have their sights set on the WCWS. Coach talks to In The Circle about the upcoming season and the stunning conclu...
How Bout Dem Cowgirls; Kenny Gajewski talks Oklahoma State Softball
January 23, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 24.5 MBOn our latest episode, we head to Stillwater, where expectations are high for the Cowgirls after another Women's College World Series appearance in 2022. Oklahoma State Head Coach Kenny Gajewski talks to In The Circle about the Cowgirls coming within one game of having a Bedlam Battle in the Champ Series and the outlook of the 2023 season. Coach Gajewski also shares his thoughts on the Big 12, Bedlam, and much more. The guys shared their thoughts on last week's Big 12 and American Athleti...
Big 10 Softball with Cats, Cornhuskers, and Crowing About Picks
January 19, 2023 10:52 - 1 hour - 35.7 MBWe're less than a month away from the start of the season, and it's full speed ahead here at In The Circle. In this episode, we return to the Big 10 with two coaches who had spectacular 2022 seasons. First, we travel to Evanston to chat with Northwestern Head Coach Kate Drohan. The Wildcats made it to Oklahoma City last year for the first time since 2007 and have their Super Senior core returning for one last ride. Coach Drohan caught up with Eric Lopez about their impact on the program and ...
Tech-nically Speaking About ACC Sofball with Pete D'Amour and Aileen Morales
January 16, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 28.3 MBOur march towards February continues on this episode of In The Circle as we head toward the ACC. First, we travel to Blacksburg and catch up with Virginia Tech Head Coach Pete D'Amour. The Hokies, in 2022, won the ACC regular season crown with their highest league winning percentage in school history (21-2, .913), but are looking for more in 2023. Coach D'Amour catches up with Eric Lopez about his team heading into 2023, life without Keely Rochard, navigating through the ACC, and much more. ...
More Paid Coaches and Laura Berg Talks Oregon State Softball
January 12, 2023 13:54 - 1 hour - 27.6 MBWe're officially less than a month away from Opening Day in Division 1 Softball. That means full speed ahead here on In The Circle. Today's episode discusses the Division 1 Council's decision to make volunteer assistants full-time coaches. We discuss what it means for the sport and whether all schools can afford three full-time assistants. Afterward, our Pac-12 journey continues in Corvallis as we talk with Oregon State Head Coach (and friend of the podcast) Laura Berg. Last year saw the B...
Back to Pac-12 Softball
January 09, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MBWe're making our way out west for our latest episode, specifically the two schools battling for "The Axe." First, we head to Palo Alto to catch up with Stanford Head Coach Jessica Allister. The Cardinal made history last season when they became the first team to advance out of the Tuscaloosa Regional as they knocked off the Crimson Tide twice en route to Super Regionals. She chats with Eric Lopez about Stanford's 2022 and the Cardinal season outlook in 2023. She also shares her thoughts on t...
More Branches on The Gasso Tree
January 05, 2023 12:07 - 1 hour - 32.7 MBOn our latest edition of In The Circle, we continue our venture into the Patty Gasso coaching tree. First, we head to Durham and chat with new Duke assistant coach Sydney Romero. She catches up with Eric Lopez about what led her to join Marissa Young's staff, what she learned while at Oklahoma, and the possibility of still playing professionally. Afterward, we head west for a conversation with Utah Associate Head Coach D.J Gasso as he shares his outlook for the Utes, who just missed the N...
Quacking In The New Year
January 02, 2023 13:00 - 48 minutes - 19.4 MBHappy New Year! Our resolution for 2023 is to keep giving you the best interviews and content going today on In The Circle. We ring in the New Year heading to Eugene, Oregon for a conversation with Oregon Head Coach Melyssa Lombardi. After a regional finals appearance in 2022, Coach Lombardi chats with Eric Lopez about her 5th season as Head Coach and the season outlook for the Ducks upcoming season. Lombardi also talks about the Pac-12 after three teams made it to Oklahoma City in 2023, the...
Ricci Woodard Explains why Texas State Is Motivated, Year in Review Part II
December 29, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 40.1 MBBefore the New Year, ring up a new edition of In The Circle. In this episode, we head to San Marcos, Texas, and catch up with Texas State Head Coach Ricci Woodard. Her Bobcats had another successful season in 2022 but are looking for more in the upcoming season. Coach Woodard chats about using last year's loss in the Sun Belt Championship and a snub from the NCAA Tournament as motivation for this year. She also shares her outlook on a loaded Sun Belt and more. We then have Part 2 of our Y...