In The Circle

We get into that #ChampionshipMindset on the latest edition of In The Circle as our guest is five-time National Champion Patty Gasso. Coach Gasso chats with Eric Lopez about the Sooners' quest to repeat as national champs in 2022. She breaks down her talented pitching staff and star-studded offense plus shares who has gotten the better of the other in the fall. Coach also reflects on a busy off-season which included her throwing out the first pitch at Dodgers Stadium and getting interviewed by Stephen A. Smith. 

In this edition of In The Circle, we are joined by Northwestern's assistant coach Michelle Gascoigne and Oregon's assistant coach Sam Marder.

First, Gascoigne discusses the Wildcats unique 2021 season, including a Big Ten Conference-only schedule. Gascoigne talks about the 2022 Wildcats, Oklahoma Sooners 2013 National title team, and more. Eric then talks with Marder about numerous things. That includes; landing in Oregon, being at the same school as her brother Jack, her playing career at Ohio State, the NPF, coaching, and the Ducks in 2022.

In this edition of In the Circle, Eric Lopez talks with Arkansas Head Coach Courtney Deifel. The two look back at the Razorbacks winning the SEC regular-season title in 2021 and a preview of the 2022 season.

Also, in the episode, Eric and Victor Anderson react to the USA National Team selections.

In this edition of In The Circle, Eric talks with UCLA Head Coach Kelly Inouye-Perez and Shelly Carlin about Carlin's one million dollar endowment to UCLA and the meaning behind it. The two discuss the 50th anniversary of Title IX and their thoughts on the NIL's impact on Women's Sports. Coach Inouye-Perez also offers a preview of the Bruins in 2022.

In this edition of In The Circle, Eric Lopez talks with Alabama Softball Head Coach Patrick Murphy about getting inducted into the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame in 2022. The two also discuss what to expect from his team in 2022, Oklahoma and Texas moving to SEC and the Field of Dreams MLB game in Iowa he attended. Also, in the episode, Eric and Victor Anderson discuss who will not be at the USA Softball tryouts this week in Florida.

In this edition of In The Circle, We look back at the year in Softball. Eric Lopez talks with Bleav in Softball podcast host Jenna Becerra about the top Softball stories of 2021, including Mike Candrea's retirement, The Olympics, Transfer Portal, and NIL.

Also, in the episode, Eric and Victor Anderson talk with Justin McLeod of Extra Innings to discuss College Realignment, Women College World Series, James Madison, and more.

In this edition of In The Circle, Eric Lopez talks with Louisiana's Head Coach Gerry Glasco about the Ragin Cajuns in 2022. Glasco shares his thoughts on the Sun Belt, adding James Madison, Marshall, Southern Miss as part of the realignment, The addition of Justin Robichaux to the staff, and Lu Harris Champers retirement. Also, in the episode, Eric and Victor Anderson discuss if there is reason to be concerned about the start of the 2022 season.

In this edition of In The Circle, Eric Lopez talks with Mississippi State Head Coach Samantha Ricketts about the Bulldogs outlook in 2022 and her reaction to Oklahoma and Texas coming to the SEC. Also, in the episode, Eric and Victor Anderson discuss the Athletes Unlimited announcement and Lou Gilbert transferring to Texas.

In this edition of In The Circle, Eric Lopez talks with Wichita State Head Coach Kristi Bredbenner about winning the AAC in 2021, what to expect in 2022, and realignment in the AAC.

In this edition of In The Circle, Eric Lopez talks with Arizona Head Coach Caitlin Lowe about taking over the program following Mike Candrea's retirement. Lowe discusses how the transition has been going, the 2022 season, and the Pac-12. Also, in the episode, Eric and Victor Anderson discuss Softball possibly being added at the University of Miami.