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In The Circle

D1Softball
Softball
D1softball
College Softball
NCAA Softball
NCAA Tournament
SEC
NCAA
Texas Tech
Athletes Unlimited
Big 12 Conference
ACC
UCF
Transfer Portal
Oklahoma
Oklahoma State
Tennessee
Olympics
Softball Coaching
Big 12
Big Ten

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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It is safe to say this year’s Women’s College World Series has had a little bit of everything. On today’s episode of In The Circle, powered by SixFour3, the guys recap how we reached the semifinal matchups. It includes one of the most dramatic elimin... more

We started with 64 teams chasing a dream. We are now down to the eight heading to Oklahoma City.

On today's In The Circle, powered by SixFour3, we recap how we reached our final eight teams and one of the most dramatic Sundays in recent years.

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To say today's episode of In The Circle is loaded would be an understatement. You'll hear the guys pick each Super Regional and explain their reasoning. Plus, today’s guest list is stacked.

We’ll hear from LSU legendary PxP voice Patrick Wright, Ok... more

We started with 64 last Monday. This Monday, we're down to our Super 16. On today's In The Circle, powered by SixFour3, we recap how we arrived at our Super Regional matchups. Eric shares his front-row perspective on UCF's dramatic regional win in Ta... more

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Recent Guests

Noah Ram
Gainesville Sun sports reporter covering Florida softball
Gainesville Sun
Episode: Next Stop, Oklahoma City
Nate Rohr
Nebraska radio voice
Nebraska Radio Network
Episode: Next Stop, Oklahoma City
Andrew Haynes
Voice of the Texas Longhorns
Texas Longhorns
Episode: Next Stop, Oklahoma City
Patrick Wright
LSU radio voice, long-tenured broadcaster
LSU
Episode: Super-Sized Super Regional Preview
Shelly Carlin
UCF/UCLA insider, former UCLA player
UCLA/UCF
Episode: Super-Sized Super Regional Preview
Ryan Urquhart
Florida Gators softball broadcaster
Florida Gators
Episode: Super-Sized Super Regional Preview
Emma Elrod
Jacksonville State player, CUSA Player of the Year
Jacksonville State
Episode: From 64 6o 16
Sarah Gordon
First-team All-SEC performer, Georgia
University of Georgia
Episode: Time for the Mayhem
Shellie Cousins
Head coach, Stetson Hatters
Stetson University
Episode: Let The Madness REALLY Begin

Hosts

Eric Lopez
Host of In The Circle
Victor Anderson
Co-host/Producer

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 166 ratings
  • Great Interviews

    I appreciate the access and insight into so many division 1 programs through the interviews.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Crimasaad
    United States6 months ago
  • In the Circle.

    The best softball podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GMWarshaw
    United Statesa year ago
  • How is this all we have for softball?

    Softball coverage isn’t great in general. Cookie cutter interviews with surface level answers that they recite over and over again. “I knew my team had my back.” Nonsense like that is most of every interview in this sport. But In the Circle is among the worst overall.

    Their commentary is unintelligent and uninteresting. Their interviews are plain and have zero depth. They take no chance to ask detailed, interesting questions that only the coaches or players they interview could answer. You have... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Corntothecob
    United States2 years ago
  • Audio

    Audio quality is horrendous

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Steve9863
    United States2 years ago
  • What are you doing!!

    I really want to like this podcast and support you guys because you support college softball but taking half the show to talk about press box size and a weather man! Interview with another broadcaster and asking about how she felt calling games? That’s something you do in season not right after Regionals!! Talk about the teams and the players. Tell us what team had the best batting average, which team won with defense, which players carried the teams! You said nothing about how the games actuall... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MD Hemby
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Quality and depth can vary by episode, with some audio issues noted in feedback.
Overall, fans value the breadth of programs covered and energetic delivery.
Listeners appreciate accessible access to coaches and players across programs.
The show has strong, in-depth interviews and solid coverage of NCAA softball.
Guests and bracket analysis are consistently highlighted as strengths.

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Super-Sized Super Regional Preview
Q: What are the keys LSU must hit to pull off the upset against Alabama in the Super Regional?
The keys include playing clean defense, avoiding walks for Briskey who rarely walks batters, manufacturing runs through the lineup, and challenging Alabama with timely hitting while keeping the pressure on their pitching rotation.
Time for the Mayhem
Q: How has the offense shaped the team's resilience and late-game performance?
The offense has been adaptable and deep, with multiple players stepping up, which built a culture of trust and confidence that carried them through late-game pressure.
Time for the Mayhem
Q: What went through your mind as you clinched the conference title and prepared for selection Sunday?
Confidence from consistent offense, belief in the team's ability to close out series, and a plan to stay prepared for a top seed by facing tough competition in the non-conference slate.
C is for Cassidy & Courtney
Q: How would you describe the season you're having right now?
Poulich attributed her success to a combination of personal confidence, team support, and the coaching staff's belief in her, stressing that experience and teamwork have been driving forces this year.
The Pod Before Champ Week
Q: What is your offensive identity as a Louisville hitter, and how does catching influence your approach at the plate?
Bri explains a patient, on-base approach that emphasizes walks and situational hitting, while leveraging her catcher's perspective to read pitchers and adjust off the bench for the team's success.

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A fast-paced, analysis-driven show focused on college softball with a strong emphasis on bracketology, regional host sites, and interviews with coaches, players, and analysts. Episodes blend data-driven breakdowns, on-site reporting, and candid conversations about seeding, hosting decisions, and program-building across Power 5 and mid-major programs. A hallmark is bringing in a wide array of guests—from head coaches to standout players and industry analysts—to provide both strategic and human-interest perspectives, making it valuable for teams, sponsors, and listeners who want insider access to the sport's postseason landscape.

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In The Circle launched 10 years ago and published 267 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on In The Circle include:

1. Noah Ram
2. Nate Rohr
3. Andrew Haynes
4. Patrick Wright
5. Shelly Carlin
6. Ryan Urquhart
7. Emma Elrod
8. Sarah Gordon

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