Big Things Poppin in Clearwater

02/06/24 • 94 min

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We are one day closer to the start of the D1 season. Don't think we're stopping to celebrate after our 800th episode. Show #801 focuses on the NFCA Leadoff Classic and two teams who will be in the spotlight. First, we journey to Clemson to chop it up with Head Coach John Rittman. His Tigers made it to Super Regionals in 2023 and look ready for that breakthrough to Oklahoma City in 2024. He talks about their season opening slate, his reigning Player of the Year Valerie Cagle, and many more topics. After that, we travel to Virginia for our chat with Liberty Head Coach Dr. Dot Richardson. She discusses the Flames' new home in Conference USA and shares some news with Eric. Note, the interview took place prior to MLB Network's announcement. We then look at MLB Network's coverage of the Leadoff Classic along with it's significance for the sport of softball. Victor wraps up the show with two big announcements; one about our next guest and one regarding his weekend plans.

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For The 800th Time, A Tradition Unlike Any Other

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It's an historic day on In The Circle as we are officially in Opening Week in Division 1. It's our 800th episode and it's also our Supersized Season Preview. We talk about all 32 conferences on this Snyder Cut sized episode. First, we're joined for the fourth straight season by ESPN 7 Innings Amanda Scarborough who provides her perspective on the national landscape. She shares what teams she has high hopes for in 2024 and who has the best chance to take down Oklahoma. Then, Justin McLeod from D1Softball looks at the rest of the nation with Eric Lopez as they discuss everything in every conference in America.

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