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Out of the Box

Out of the Box
Alabama Softball
SEC
SEC Softball
NCAA Softball
Oklahoma Softball
Alabama
College Softball
NCAA
Oklahoma
Virginia Tech
Women's College World Series
Texas A&M
Alabama Crimson Tide
Texas A&M Aggies
SEC Tournament
NIL
Florida State
Auburn Softball
Wrestlemania
NCAA Softball Tournament

Featuring Alabama softball radio broadcasters Tom Canterbury and Gray Robertson, Out of the Box is one of the newest available college softball podcasts. The guys will talk about the national landscape, the SEC, and Alabama softball each episode, plus special guests from around the sport will frequently stop by for a conversation. There will be entertaining segments, informative debates, and lots ... more

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In a special episode on the feed, listen to the dedication to the seniors of Team 30 from Tom Canterbury and Gray Robertson following the final Alabama softball broadcast of the year on the Crimson Tide Sports Network.

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The Women’s College World Series has arrived, and that means a completely different type of episode. Tom Canterbury and Gray Robertson decide to press record and capture segments around Oklahoma City with Bama U support staff, coaches, and more. Hear... more

Regionals are done! With Supers on the horizon, Tom Canterbury and Gray Robertson are here to discuss everything you need to know about Alabama, the SEC, and much more. Here's your trip around the bases:

At the Plate (0:00-28:54): Tom and Gray take ... more

The bracket is HERE! With the NCAA Tournament about to get underway, Tom Canterbury and Gray Robertson are here to discuss everything you need to know about Alabama, the SEC, and much more. Here's your trip around the bases:

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Recent Guests

Lex Pupillo
Alabama softball team member, involved in game prep and on-field leadership
University of Alabama
Episode: Episode 123: Bama U Takes OKC...Again
Lance McMahon
SEC Pitching Coach of the Year, Alabama softball
University of Alabama
Episode: Episode 123: Bama U Takes OKC...Again
Drew Claussen
Bama U contributor, athletic social media lead
University of Alabama
Episode: Episode 123: Bama U Takes OKC...Again
Sherry (Sherry Murphy)
Alabama softball administrator/coach family member
Alabama softball
Episode: Episode 123: Bama U Takes OKC...Again
Kimberly Gibson
Staff/administrator; participant in WCWS dining segment
Alabama softball
Episode: Episode 123: Bama U Takes OKC...Again
Jack Fichtner
Manager/coach figure, on-site WCWS coverage
Alabama softball
Episode: Episode 123: Bama U Takes OKC...Again
Kevin Brown
ESPN personality joining for Oscar picks, via Zoom
ESPN
Episode: Out of the Box: Off Topic on the 2026 Academy Awards and the Top Ten Movies of 2025
Haylie McCleney
Former Alabama softball player and current analyst
Alabama Softball
Episode: Episode 107: One Comment After Another (Season Eight Premiere)
Emily Pitek
Dodger's point of view contributor and Alabama softball alum
Alabama Softball
Episode: Episode 107: One Comment After Another (Season Eight Premiere)

Hosts

Gray Robertson
Co-host of Out of the Box; Alabama softball context; longtime broadcaster with Alabama athletics connections
Tom Canterbury
Co-host of Out of the Box; Alabama softball context; known broadcaster for Alabama softball coverage

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 124 ratings
  • Outstanding Softball Podcast

    Gray and Tom does an outstanding job covering not just Alabama softball, not just SEC softball, but softball across the country. They have great guests join each week to discuss the latest news and observations throughout the softball world. Finally, they call out the crazy fans and their crazy takes. I listen to this every week immediately after it comes out to catch up on everything softball.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    oufanforever
    United States2 months ago
  • Love love love!!

    I look forward to the pod every week! These guys are amazing! Have met you several times at Rhoads and always so nice!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1RN4UA
    United Statesa year ago
  • Nobody Better Than These Two

    👍The Dizzy Dean and Pee Wee Reece of college Softball! RTR!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    leebyrd99
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great Podcast

    Honest, level headed, and diverse opinions here! Gray and Tom break it all down each weekend with most of the teams around the country. They never back down from being honest about their feelings of each team and explaining areas of concern/strengths. It feels like you are chatting with two friends about softball every Tuesday.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    npcarney
    United Statesa year ago
  • Meets the Bama U standard!

    A true quality podcast. You’ll get every bit of college softball info you could ever want. Two pals with great chemistry who meet the standard we expect. I really enjoy the Off the Wall segments and the tips on the best restaurants on the road

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jimmy Alphabet
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Covers softball comprehensively with strong guest lineups
Candid, humorous, and engaging personalities that feel like a chat with friends
High-quality guests that add credibility and variety to episodes
Consistently insightful on bracketology and NCAA landscape
Ban­ter-rich and informative, great for fans who want context beyond Alabama

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 119: Drink a Bathtub
Q: What are the keys for Oklahoma and Alabama as they head toward the postseason?
Plank emphasizes Oklahoma's depth and offense while noting their pitching is rounding into form; for Alabama, the focus is on optimizing the lineup, reducing defensive miscues, and maintaining consistency across pitching and hitting to stay competitive in the SEC race.
Episode 117: Pressure is Pressuring (Yes, Slay, Etc.)
Q: What is her view on the bat flip controversy?
She supports celebrating great hits and argues that softball fans should celebrate players' moments rather than police celebrations, framing it as good for the sport.
Episode 117: Pressure is Pressuring (Yes, Slay, Etc.)
Q: Should Katie Stewart's move to the two-hole be permanent for Texas?
Yes, Stewart belongs in the two-hole with Atwood or Reese in the three/four hole; the changes unlocked clutch hitting and produced timely RBIs across games.
Episode 117: Pressure is Pressuring (Yes, Slay, Etc.)
Q: What is the biggest takeaway from the Oklahoma-Texas series for Michele Smith?
Smith says it comes down to execution and pitch calling; Oklahoma's strength lies in cohesive pitching and strategic sequence against Texas's lineup, while Texas showed flashes but couldn't sustain it across three games.
Episode 115: Primetime, A Packed House, and The Bucket List
Q: What is the key for Alabama to win this Texas series?
Keep Texas from answering back with runs and control the game's momentum by minimizing freebies on the mound, while Alabama capitalizes on its two-headed power duo and stable defense.

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What is Out of the Box about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two Alabama softball broadcasters discuss the national college landscape with a strong Alabama and SEC focus, peppered by regular guest experts from ESPN, college athletics administration, and softball circles. Episodes mix game-by-game breakdowns, bracketology, and postseason positioning with banter, insider perspectives, and off-topic segments that keep the pace lively. A notable strength is the steady stream of high-profile guests and informed context on national trends, broadcasting quality, and conference dynamics, making it useful for listeners who want practical analysis, scouting takeaways, and behind-the-scenes insights into softball broadcasting and coverage.

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2. Lance McMahon
3. Drew Claussen
4. Sherry (Sherry Murphy)
5. Kimberly Gibson
6. Jack Fichtner
7. Kevin Brown
8. Haylie McCleney

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