Today’s episode of In The Circle is loaded with everything you need heading into the final weekend of the regular season.

First, we survey the ACC with ACC Network analyst Brittany McKinney, who shares her thoughts on how the upcoming conference tournament could impact the league on Selection Sunday.

One team that won’t have to worry about that is Louisville. We chat with catcher Bri Despines about the Cardinals’ standout 2026 season and what led her to The Ville.

Afterward, we look at the business side of the sport with Matt Brown of Extra Points, who breaks down how spending in softball mirrors which programs rise to the top of the rankings.

We wrap up with our P4+1 picks as the guys share their plans for the weekend.

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It’s a brand new week and a new episode of In The Circle, powered by SixFour3.

We open the show in Durham with Duke’s Cassidy Curd. Her performance against Clemson on Sunday gave her a school-record 13th career complete-game shutout. She reflects on the milestone and Duke’s strong finish heading into the ACC Tournament.

After a look around the rest of the conference, we break down results across the Power 4, including the SEC potentially sending up to 12 teams to the NCAA Tournament.

Then, we’re joined by one of the leading candidates for D1Softball Mid-Major Player of the Year. Robert Morris slugger Courtney Poulich holds the Horizon League single-season record with 22 home runs and counting. She discusses her record-breaking season, what led her to RMU, and what it will take for her team to repeat as conference champions.

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After another wild Wednesday of softball action, Victor and Eric break it all down on today’s episode of In The Circle. The guys look at some of the most impactful scores, including Oklahoma State’s big win in Austin and Kentucky keeping its tournament hopes alive.

Then, softball legend Monica Abbott joins the show ahead of calling Mizzou-Arkansas on Saturday on SEC Network. She shares her thoughts on the current state of pitching, her budding broadcast career, and more.

After that, the show catches up with Boston head coach Ashley Waters, who picked up her 400th career win on Tuesday. She reflects on the milestone and discusses her explosive offense and dynamic pitcher Kasey Ricard.

The episode wraps up with P4+1 Picks as the guys continue their winning ways.

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For the sixth consecutive season, In The Circle has an in-season conversation with the NCAA Softball Committee chair. This year, that’s chairwoman Natalie Honnen. She discusses seeding 32 teams and the additional metrics used in the process.

Afterwards, Victor breaks down a homer-happy weekend.

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Wednesday night had so much action that the guys recorded the show in the wee hours of Thursday morning after Louisville's walk-off win. You'll hear their thoughts on that, Bedlam, and UCLA's scoring barrage. Plus, they recap Texas State's win over Texas Tech with D1Softball writer Jeff Brown.

Afterward, Marist head coach Joe Ausanio shares what his 500th victory means and gives his WrestleMania picks. We wrap up the show with our standard P4+1 Picks and the WrestleMania pick that caused one of the guys to walk off the set.

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No unexpected changes here, today's episode of In The Circle is right where you expect it. You'll hear the guys break down what happened and everything else between Oklahoma and Texas. Justin McLeod also shares his thoughts on the Sooners' series victory.

Afterward, we recap everything else that took place this weekend, including Eric Lopez's chat with USF head coach Ken Eriksen and the suddenly tight race in the Atlantic Sun. We wrap up with the ACC and Stanford's sweep over Florida State. You'll also hear from Jenna Becerra, who saw all the action up close.

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On today’s In The Circle, powered by SixFour3, we preview the Red River Showdown with insight from both Texas and Oklahoma as they prepare to meet again. 

You’ll also hear from each team’s radio voice, Oklahoma’s Chris Plank and Texas’ Andrew Haynes. Plus, the guys break down the other marquee series to watch this weekend.

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Mondays are for recovering from Easter weekend and a new In The Circle. Eric and Victor recap wild Sunday comebacks from Arizona and Michigan and their impact on opponents one month out from Selection Sunday. They also review key series results from the weekend.

Today’s podcast features several guests. First, Amelia Hurley of The Tuscaloosa News shares her thoughts on Alabama’s series win over Texas. Then, Colton Sulley of The Oklahoman discusses his feature on Jen Rocha’s return to the Sooners. The episode wraps with Cal Baptist head coach Brandon Telesco, whose Lancers lead the WAC entering a big series this weekend.

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This isn’t an April Fools’ joke, although they act like one at times. A new month means a new episode of In The Circle, powered by SixFour3.

The guys preview a huge showdown in Tuscaloosa between Texas and Alabama, including thoughts from Patrick Murphy and Mike White. That leads into their P4+1 picks for the weekend, which is full of intriguing matchups this Easter weekend. You’ll also hear interviews with Nebraska’s Ava Kuszak and Dayton’s Izzy Kemp.

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Needless to say, it was another wild weekend in college softball. We'll do our best to recap what happened on today's In The Circle, powered by SixFour3. Eric and Victor break down the biggest results, including Arkansas' walk-off series win and Nebraska taking control of the Big Ten. Plus, Lonni Alameda picked up her 1,000th career victory as Florida State rolls along.

You'll also hear our interview with UNC slugger Emily Legette about the historic pace her offense is setting in 2026. We recap UCF's home run surge in Houston and Duke and Stanford playing in yet another Game of the Year contender in the ACC.

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