In The Circle

In The Circle

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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July 31, 2025 62 mins

On today’s episode of In The Circle powered by SixFour3, hear from new Seattle assistant coach KK Humphreys on getting into coaching and facing her sister Sierra during her senior season.

Victor also shares a #ThrowbackThursday with UCF’s Sierra Humphreys and Samantha Rey on the experience of having sisters in college softball.

Plus, find out which WCWS head coach just signed a contract extension.

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At long last, it's time for the first annual In The Circle Awards on today's episode powered by SixFour3.

Eric Lopez and Victor Anderson reveal the categories, nominees, and winners. You'll hear from some of the award recipients, including one who joins as a special co-host.

Plus, Victor shares his thoughts on the Talons winning the inaugural AUSL Championship.

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July 24, 2025 62 mins

Coming up on today's episode of In The Circle powered by SixFour, former Arizona Wildcat turned Orlando Monarch Allie Skaggs talks about playing in the WPF. She also reflects on her playing career as well as playing for both Mike Candrea and Caitlin Lowe. 

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July 21, 2025 50 mins

Vacation time is over, and the guys are ready to get one show closer to Episode #1,000.

On today’s episode of In The Circle, powered by SixFour, Alana Vawter returns to share her experience playing for the Blaze in the AUSL. She also discusses what’s next for her after the AUSL season ends. Here’s a hint: it’s not a vacation.

Plus, the guys recap the Little League Softball World Series Regional broadcast teams.

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July 14, 2025 43 mins

Mondays are for In The Circle powered by SixFour3.

On today's episode, you'll hear from new UTSA Pitching Coach and Texas National Champion Mac Morgan. She shares her decision to immediately join the coaching ranks and the lessons learned from playing she'll be applying to her new role.

Plus, Eric and Victor discuss the Sun Belt's vote on expansion as well as Megan Grant taking her talents to the hardwood for UCL...

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July 10, 2025 64 mins

We’re officially in the dog days of summer. Or are they the Bulldog days of summer?

On today’s episode of In The Circle, powered by SixFour3, you’ll hear from new Fresno State head coach Charlotte Morgan about her vision for the program and what led her to take the job.

Victor also breaks down several major coaching carousel moves.

Plus, the guys discuss Grand Canyon’s early entrance into the Mountain West and what it could ...

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July 7, 2025 64 mins

Now that the fireworks have stopped and the grills have been put away, it's time to go back to work.

On today's episode of In The Circle powered by SixFour3, we catch up with longtime professional pitcher and James Madison great Jailyn Ford. She chats with Eric Lopez on playing for the New York Rise this season in addition to still playing in Japan and how she stays fresh throughout the year. She also reflec...

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July 3, 2025 115 mins

Before you fire up the grill and enjoy the fireworks, check out the latest episode of In The Circle, powered by SixFour3.

First, you'll hear from Belmont's Maya Johnson, who made major news this week by announcing her return to the Bruins for her final season. She goes in-depth on the process that ultimately led her back to Belmont for 2026.

Plus, we catch up with Atlanta Smoke player Maddi Grimm, who returns to the pod...

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June 30, 2025 76 mins

Did it feel like we were just crowning a national champion? June has flown by.

We wrap up the month the right way on today’s episode of In The Circle, powered by SixFour3.

Before she meets with the local media, hear from new Florida Gulf Coast head coach Lindsay Fico on her vision for the program—and what it was like coaching against Tim Walton during the Gainesville Regional.

Plus, Victor breaks down the new consortium ...

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June 26, 2025 83 mins

Another busy week wraps up on today’s episode of In The Circle powered by SixFour3.

The guys discuss Cal’s search for a new head coach and Arkansas adding another big transfer.

Plus, Liberty’s Elena Escobar reflects on her playing career and being named CUSA Pitcher of the Year.

They also pay tribute to Kyle Crooks, the new radio voice of Nebraska Football.

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June 23, 2025 61 mins

As the off-season starts to "settle down" our look around the Coaching Carousel continues.

On today's episode of In The Circle powered by SixFour, new Long Beach State Head Coach Kendall Fearn chats about what made this opportunity the right one for her. She also shares the influence Shonda Stanton and Stacey Nuveman-Deniz have had on her coaching journey.

Plus, the guys share thoughts on the 2026 Mary Nutter field an...

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With things slowing down (for now), ELo and Victor breakdown the biggest moves within the Coaching Carousel.

On today's episode of In The Circle powered by SixFour, they look at the names who will be leading new programs in 2026. You'll hear from one of those new hires as Furman Head Coach Mary Beth Dennison joins the show to share her journey into the sport. 

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June 16, 2025 84 mins

On today's episode of In The Circle powered by SixFour3, the guys are breaking some new ground.

ELo and Victor introduce their first annual In The Circle Awards. You'll hear their nominees for various awards spanning games, coaches, players, and other distinctions.

They also show love for the Mid-Majors and have one particular category that might have them thrown out of the show (hint hint).

Plus, you'll hear about ho...

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June 12, 2025 76 mins

The boys are reunited, and they have A LOT to discuss on today’s In The Circle powered by SixFour3.

Hear from National Champion Katie Cimusz on her first-hand view of Texas’s title run. We’ll also kick off our first #ThrowbackThursday of the summer with our January interview featuring Reese Atwood and Teagan Kavan.

Plus, Texas Tech makes a HUGE statement in the transfer portal.

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June 9, 2025 83 mins

With Texas taking home their first national championship, it's time to put a bow on another exciting Women's College World Series.

On today's In The Circle powered by SixFour3, Victor and Justin McLeod recap the Longhorns' run to the title, Texas Tech's push to the finals, and the rest of the teams in Oklahoma City.

Plus, you'll hear our conversation with Andrew Haynes from In The Circle After Dark from Friday night.&...

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May 26, 2025 113 mins

We have our eight teams heading to Oklahoma City. We'll break down how we got there on today's In The Circle, powered by SixFour3.

The guys discuss Ole Miss' run to OKC and what’s next for Arkansas. They also share thoughts on UCLA's dramatic turnaround and Texas holding off Clemson.

Tennessee PXP voice Brian Rice weighs in on the Lady Vols’ battle with Nebraska and their upcoming rematch with Oklahoma.

Plus, Illinois...

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May 22, 2025 163 mins

If you thought Monday's episode had a lot to unpack, we have even more as Super Regionals begin.

On today's episode of In The Circle powered by SixFour3, the guys break down each matchup and make their picks on who will punch a ticket to Oklahoma City.

You'll also hear from Oklahoma play-by-play voice Chris Plank, who shares his perspective on Patty Gasso matching up with Patrick Murphy.

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May 19, 2025 165 mins

ELo and Victor stayed up extra late to crank out this episode of In The Circle, powered by SixFour3.

On today’s expanded show, they break down Liberty’s historic win in College Station and what it means for both programs. You’ll also hear them recap a wild weekend of Regional action.

The guys are joined by Shelby from Seeing Scarlet as Texas Tech advances to its first S...

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May 15, 2025 122 mins

It's a regional weekend and we're getting you ready with three of the best mid-majors on In The Circle powered by SixFour3.

First, we catch up with MVC Pitcher of the Year Belmont's Maya Johnson. She shares her thoughts on winning The Valley, her path to Belmont, and facing Virginia Tech their opening round game in Tuscaloosa.

Next, we chat with Marist Head Coach Joe Ausanio. The Red Foxes are the #3 seed in College Sta...

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May 12, 2025 127 mins

It’s the morning after Selection Sunday, and we know you have plenty of questions. We’ve got you covered on In The Circle, powered by SixFour3.

ELo and Victor chat with Justin McLeod about the biggest stories heading into regionals. They also break down how the seeding was justified and discuss the teams who made the field. One of those teams is North Florida, and head coach Jeff Conrad shares the joy of leading UNF t...

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