Opening Weekend Observations

02/12/24 • 82 min

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Now that the first weekend of Division 1 is in the books, it's time to review what we saw on today's episode of In The Circle. With Victor still recovering from this weekend, Eric is joined by D1Softball's Justin McLeod. They look at what happened with UCLA, the ramifications of Jordy Bahl's injury and more. Plus, you'll hear from Larissa Anderson and Ashley Chastain after they recorded signature victories. The guys also look ahead to this week's Clearwater Invitational.

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We've Made It to Opening Day

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For the first time in 2024, we can say it. IT'S GAMEDAY FOR D1 SOFTBALL. Kick it off with In The Circle. First, we chat with Wichita State Head Coach Kristi Bredbenner about her Shockers in 2024. How will things look without Syd the Kid in the lineup? What will her team look like in the new-look American? We discuss those things, her returning All-American Addison Barnard, and much more. While the Shockers will spend Week 2 of the season in Mexico, Duke starts their season there against #1 Oklahoma. We talk with new Blue Devils Assistant Taylor Wike about being a part of Coach Young's staff. We also chat about her rise to coaching and the lessons she's learned along the way. The guys look at each teams respective schedules plus Victor looks at the NFCA Division 3 Preseason Poll. Our episode wraps up with the busy week for ELo and Victor. One of the guys will be broadcasting in three venues in four days.

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Making Our Mark in Clearwater

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Thursday means another edition of In The Circle. Victor is back after missing Monday's show. He explains that at the start and end of the pod. The guys first look at the devastating news from Lincoln with Jordy Bahl being out for the season. They look at who needs to step up for Nebraska and what it means for the Big Ten. Week #2 of the season means another edition of the Shriners Children’s Clearwater Invitational Presented by EvoShield. Today, we'll look at the marquee matchups in the event with ESPN's Mark Neely. He also shares stories about his career, working with a diverse cast of partners, and one fateful night in Orlando which involved court storming & a shoe. Eric and Victor (yes, he's back folks) look at some of those matchups along with what teams have the most on the line. Victor then previews The Spring Games in Leesburg along with some of the games he has his Hawkeye on.