To say we have another full episode of In The Circle coming your way would be correct. Today's episode kicks off with a conversation with USC Upstate head coach Chris Hawkins. Fresh off the program's first regional final appearance, Coach Hawkins received a contract extension this summer. He chats about his legendary career, the outlook for 2027, and what current player has him thinking about one of his greatest players.

Afterwards, the guys share their thoughts on the NFCA Leadoff Classic field and the new incentives for 2027. They'll even guess which games will likely air on MLB Network during Opening Weekend.

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Mondays are for In The Circle, and today is no exception. On today's episode, we're joined by two-time AUSL champion and Utah Softball great Hannah Flippen. She chats about playing this past AUSL season at her college stadium in Salt Lake City and winning another AUSL title. She also discusses playing for Team USA and shares some ideas she has for the sport.

We'll also share our thoughts on the WBSC Women’s Softball World Cup Group Stage in Oklahoma City and who will represent Team USA in the Japan All-Star Cup in November.

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Thursday is set for another jam-packed episode of In The Circle, powered by SixFour3. On today's episode, we catch up with new Texas Tech assistant coach Shelby Pendley about her return to coaching. She also reflects on reuniting with Gerry Glasco and discusses her role on the Texas Tech staff.

Afterwards, the guys share their thoughts on the Big Ten softball schedule and some of the marquee series set to take place in 2027. What is Nebraska's path to repeating as Big Ten champions? Which team has the toughest schedule?

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With fall ball just around the corner, it's time to evaluate the 2026 Coaching Carousel. We do just that today on the latest edition of In The Circle, powered by SixFour3. Eric Lopez and Justin McLeod discuss all the major hires from this year's Carousel. They'll also look at some under-the-radar hires that will impact your favorite program entering 2027.

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The guys decide to take just one episode off, and plenty happens in the meantime, mainly within the SEC.

On today’s episode, Eric and Victor give their thoughts on the 2027 SEC softball schedule, along with which games AREN’T on the schedule. They’ll also share their thoughts on the latest between LSU and the SEC.

In between, you’ll hear from new Dartmouth head coach Hillary Smith on her journey from UCF to Dartmouth.

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It's always good to have friends of the podcast on the show, especially when they add a family member to their staff. On today's episode, powered by SixFour3, we catch up with Arkansas head coach Courtney Deifel on how things are going so far and one of her new additions to the staff, Executive Director of Softball Operations/Program Strategy and sister Amanda Scott.

The two share stories about working together, as well as playing against each other in the WCWS when Courtney was at Cal and Amanda was an All-American at Fresno State. It's an episode you don't want to miss.

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We already had a jam-packed episode lined up for you. Then Sunday night in Rosemont happened. 

Victor shares his immediate thoughts on the AUSL All-Star Cup finish. Afterwards, new Liberty Associate Head Coach Kevin Fagan reflects on his journey from Super Bowl champion to softball coach. He also discusses his decision to leave Radford and join Liberty’s staff. 

We wrap up the show with the matchups that Victor and Eric want to see at the upcoming Shriners Children's Clearwater Invitational.

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Who wants to hear from a two-time American Conference Player of the Year and member of the OKC Spark? Alright, we see all your hands in the air. On today's episode of In The Circle, powered by SixFour3, we're joined by new Wichita State Assistant Coach Sydney McKinney to discuss her decision to enter coaching and return home to Wichita. That return home will come after her All-Star Cup run concludes this weekend.

Victor breaks down the leaderboard entering the final series and who has a chance to be a medalist in 2026. We also take a look at the Mary Nutter field and the matchups we would like to see.

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Today's episode of In The Circle, powered by SixFour3, is another full show for everyone. Who are we kidding? Every episode of In The Circle is loaded.

New Arizona assistant coach Danielle Gibson Whorton stops by to chat about her new role and her coaching influences. Some of those names are finalists for the D1Softball National Assistant Coach of the Year award. She also reflects on her transition from playing to coaching and much more.

We also look at the 2027 Big 12 schedule and the marquee series each weekend. Plus, we share some initial thoughts on the 2027 Shriners Children's Clearwater Invitational field.

And that's BEFORE Mary Nutter announced its 2027 field.

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Thursday is a great day for a fresh edition of In The Circle, powered by SixFour3. Let's be honest, every day is a great day for a fresh episode.

Today, we chat with former Player of the Year and recently retired Valerie Cagle. She reflects on her playing career and her next chapter as an assistant coach for Furman. Later, the guys look at the finalists for the D1Softball National Assistant Coach of the Year. Victor wraps up the show with his weekly look at the AUSL.

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