Olympian and OKC Sparks Bubba Nickles shares how faith, surrender, and a childlike love for the game have shaped her mindset on and off the field, helping her thrive through pressure, adversity, and championship moments. From winning a national title at UCLA to helping grow the future of professional softball with the AUSL, Bubba reflects on the power of playing for something bigger than yourself.

 

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Kelly Torres joins the show to talk about the mindset behind winning, from Duke's Women's College World Series run to the Portland Cascade's inaugural season, and why being unapologetically yourself can become your greatest competitive advantage.

 

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From leading Oregon State to the Women's College World Series to embracing the unique culture of the Portland Cascade, pro softball pitcher Mariah Mazon shares how mindfulness, positive self-talk, and the mantra that helped her overcome mental hurdles and perform at the highest level. 

 

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AJ chats it up with the Blaze Baddie McKenzie Clark to discuss overcoming adversity, thriving after unexpected setbacks, helping build the foundation of Clemson Tigers softball, and the mindset, confidence, and resilience required to succeed at the highest levels of the game.

 

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As professional softball enters an exciting new season, Sis Bates joins the show to discuss the growth of the game, the momentum behind AUSL, and what it means to help build the Portland Cascade from the ground up. The Team USA gold medalist and defensive standout shares her perspective on leadership, culture, and why the future of softball has never looked brighter for the next generation of players.

 

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This season, we’re diving headfirst into the biggest bat and ball stories across the diamond! Listen weekly and stay up to date with the latest by following the show on Instagram.

 

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In this final part of the college tour, AJ sits down with Florida State softball head coach and Hall of Famer Lonni Alameda,  better known as “Coacha,” for a conversation that goes far beyond the game. Coach Alameda opens up about her journey through softball, building a championship culture at Florida State, navigating one of the toughest seasons of her life, and what it truly means to lead with authenticity. 

 

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Before the first pitch of the 2026 season, Florida State pitcher Jazzy Francik reflects on her freshman All-American season, the mindset behind her “silent fire” competitiveness, and the confidence driving her into this season with championship expectations.

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AJ and FSU shortstop Isa Torres talk about what is to come within the 2026 season. Isa also opens up about the “cannonball mentality” that transformed her game and helped shape the fearless, family-driven culture behind Florida State Softball’s Team 43.

 

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Ahead of FSU's 2026 season, AJ sat down with standout outfielder Kennedy Harp. Kennedy shares her experience overcoming an ACL injury, building confidence, and what Team 43 is bringing to each game. 

 

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