In The Circle

This isn’t an April Fools’ joke, although they act like one at times. A new month means a new episode of In The Circle, powered by SixFour3. The guys preview a huge showdown in Tuscaloosa between Texas and Alabama, including thoughts from Patrick Murphy and Mike White. That leads into their P4+1 picks for the weekend, which is full of intriguing matchups this Easter weekend. You’ll also hear...

Needless to say, it was another wild weekend in college softball. We'll do our best to recap what happened on today's In The Circle, powered by SixFour3. Eric and Victor break down the biggest results, including Arkansas' walk-off series win and Nebraska taking control of the Big Ten. Plus, Lonni Alameda picked up her 1,000th career victory as Florida State rolls along. You'll also hear our i...

Softball fans, it’s time to put your ones in the sky and acknowledge your favorite podcast’s favorite podcast. On today’s episode of In The Circle, powered by SixFour3, we gear up for Malveaux Mania 2 as Auburn head coaches Chris and Katie Malveaux explain how the phenomenon came to be and their program’s growth in Year 2 under their leadership. Later, we make our P4+1 Picks with plenty of op...

Needless to say, there was a lot of madness this March weekend. The fellas break it down on today’s episode of  In The Circle , powered by SixFour3. The show opens with Eric Lopez’s chat with Kenzie Fowler, who called Arizona’s series victory over Arizona State, before diving into the rest of the Big 12 landscape. Then, the guys break down the weekend’s most impactful results. LMU head coach...

While everyone else gets hyped up over brackets, In The Circle is focused on another full weekend of softball. On today’s episode, we break down some of the weekend’s marquee series. We also hear from Texas associate head coach Kristen Zaleski about the Longhorns’ offense and her decorated playing career. After that, we dive into our P4+1 Picks with a little ELo Bracketology mixed in. We also hear...

While everyone talks about brackets and Cinderellas, we're here for your softball needs. On today's In The Circle, powered by SixFour3, we recap all the notable events from a busy weekend of action.  You'll hear our interviews with Oregon's Elon Butler and Wofford head coach Chelsea Butler. Plus, the guys share thoughts on the action they saw from their respective series and take issue with m...

Another full week of softball awaits, and In The Circle has plenty to say. On today’s episode, Eric and Victor share their thoughts on the season’s first RPI. And by thoughts, we mean the guys explaining again how the first RPI will be vastly different by the end of the month. After the off-field chatter, we return to the field with Washington’s Alexis DeBoer, who shares which athlete sh...

We're barely a week into March and there's madness all over college softball. We attempt to make sense of it on today's episode of In The Circle. You'll hear Eric and Victor recap some of the marquee results from this past weekend and maybe offer an apology for one of their picks. Plus, the guys share (as best they can) what happened in the Virginia–North Carolina series. You'll also hear intervie...

It's another full episode of  In The Circle , powered by SixFour3. Today's episode starts off in Knoxville where all eyes are focused on Karlyn Pickens’s status. Eric Lopez chatted with Rhi Potkey about Pickens’s injury and where it leaves the Lady Vols as they start SEC play. Afterwards, we'll hear from friend of the podcast, Cat Osterman, who has plenty to say about the current state of pit...

Mondays are for In The Circle, powered by SixFour3. The guys come to you after witnessing a wild finish between Louisville and Stanford. They recap the Sunday finale and the Cardinals' series win. You'll also hear their thoughts on a busy weekend in the ACC, which included Georgia Tech's first-ever ACC sweep of Notre Dame. One of the Yellow Jackets’ offensive pillars, Gracyn Tucker, joins the podc...

We can’t believe we’re already at the end of February. We’ll close it out with a bang on today’s episode of In The Circle. First, the guys recap Wednesday’s impactful results, including Boston beating Duke again and Clemson’s statement win in Athens. Next, Oklahoma State ace Ruby Meylan returns to the podcast after earning Big 12 Pitcher of the Week honors. She shares her thoughts on last wee...

Needless to say, a lot happened in softball this weekend. We’ll attempt to cover as much of it as possible on today’s In The Circle, powered by SixFour3. The guys share their thoughts on Mary Nutter and the rest of the national landscape. You’ll hear from Virginia head coach Joanna Hardin, who recorded her 300th career win this weekend. Max Kelton also breaks down what he learned in Cathedral City...

It’s another busy Thursday on  In The Circle , powered by SixFour3. While everyone’s focus will be on Cathedral City for the Mary Nutter Collegiate Classic, Eric and Victor are keeping an eye on other marquee tournaments taking place this weekend. You’ll hear from Penn State’s Brooke Klosowicz as the Nittany Lions head to Orlando. She chats about her team’s strong start and what has helped th...

With another edition of the Shriners Children's Clearwater Invitational complete, there's plenty to discuss on today's episode of In The Circle.  Eric and Victor break down Nebraska's huge win on Sunday, Tennessee's dominant weekend, and recap each team's performance.  Plus, Victor debuts a new segment where he shines a light on standout performances you might have missed. See Privacy Po...

We’re ready for another weekend of softball in Clearwater. We have you covered on today’s  In The Circle , powered by SixFour3. First, UCLA’s Megan Grant reflects on the Bruins’ historic opening weekend and her time on the hardwood this fall. Plus, ESPN’s Chuckie Kempf shares how he’s preparing to call nine games in four days this weekend. Later, the guys break down the Shriners Children’s Cl...

Now that we’re one week into the 2026 season, it’s time to overreact to some of the biggest stories so far. On today’s episode of  In The Circle , powered by SixFour3, Eric Lopez is joined by Justin McLeod from Clearwater to share their biggest takeaways and results from opening weekend. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy...

We’ve made it to Opening Day, ladies and gentlemen. Start the season the right way with a fresh episode of  In The Circle , powered by SixFour3. On today’s episode, you’ll hear from Mizzou head coach Larissa Anderson as her Tigers kick off the season at the NFCA Leadoff Classic. Plus, our own Rhi Potkey shares her biggest storylines in the SEC and around the nation. See Privacy Policy at http...

We’ve officially reached Opening Week of the D1Softball season. You know what that means. It’s time for our super sized Season Preview edition of In The Circle, powered by SixFour3. Hear about all 31 conferences and what to watch for in the 2026 season with Eric Lopez, ESPN’s Amanda Scarborough, and D1Softball’s Justin McLeod. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pri...

After four days and nine schools, we’ve reached the end of In The Circle Big 12 Media Week. Today, we turn our attention to the Territorial Cup. First, we head to Tucson for a look at the Arizona Wildcats. You’ll hear from head coach Caitlin Lowe and All-American Sydney Stewart as they discuss a loaded 2026 schedule and lofty expectations. Then, we make our way to Club Farrington to look at Arizon...

We’re at the penultimate day of Big 12 Media Week on In The Circle. We kick off today in Stillwater with a look at Oklahoma State. You’ll hear from head coach Kenny Gajewski and All-Big 12 First Team selection Amanda Hasler on what it will take for the Cowgirls to return to Oklahoma City. Afterward, we return to home base for a look at the UCF Knights. Joining us are head coach Cindy Ball-Mal...

It’s Day 3 of Big 12 Media Week on In The Circle. Naturally, that means we’re talking three Big 12 teams, each looking to make its own improvements in 2026. First, we head to Iowa State as the Cyclones look to build on their strong finish from 2025. You’ll hear from head coach Jamie Pinkerton and All-Big 12 First Team performer Jessie Clemons. Next, it’s off to Lawrence, Kansas, for some Rock...

Day 2 of Big 12 Media Week on In   The Circle takes us to the state of Utah.  First, we’ll discuss the BYU Cougars, who aim to return to the NCAA Tournament after being among the First Four Out in each of the last two seasons. You’ll hear from Head Coach Gordon Eakin and ace pitcher Kaysen Korth on what it will take to make that happen. Then, we head to Salt Lake City to talk a...

We’re two weeks away from the season and full steam ahead at  In The Circle . Today marks the start of Big 12 Media Week, and we open with a bang. Our first stop is Lubbock, where Texas Tech has the softball world buzzing with its roster. You’ll hear from head coach Gerry Glasco, along with NiJaree Canady and Mihyia Davis, on the lofty expectations entering 2026. Then we head to Waco, where t...

Don’t look now, but softball starts in two weeks. You didn’t need us to tell you that. We get you one day closer with Episode #1,006 of In The Circle, powered by SixFour3. Today’s episode takes us to Gainesville for a look at the Florida Gators. Head coach Tim Walton shares his team’s outlook entering 2026, including a discussion of a smaller, versatile roster and the rigo...

While we cannot confirm this, recent studies suggest listening to  In The Circle , powered by SixFour3, can improve mood and productivity. We’ll put that study to the test today with a visit to Fayetteville and a conversation with Razorback head coach Courtney Deifel. The Hogs enter the season ranked No. 8 in the D1Softball Preseason Poll, with plenty of star power on the roster. Coach Deifel...