Ladies and gentlemen, we’ve officially made it to November, which means it’s time for the annual In The Circle #NovemberToRemember. We kick off this year’s edition by heading west.

First, we chat with Fullerton head coach Gina Oaks-Garcia, whose alma mater is ready to make another run at the Big West crown. She discusses coaching back home and what it will take for her team to return to the NCAA Tournament.

Our other guest is no stranger to the postseason: Grand Canyon’s Shanon Hays. After winning another WAC Championship, the Lopes now make the move to the Mountain West. Coach Hays shares his thoughts on their new home and some familiar faces he’ll battle in 2026.

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