In The Circle D1Softball

With Selection Sunday less than a month away, the Selection Committee are starting their process for selecting the Field of 64. On today's episode of In The Circle, hear from this year's chairperson; UT Martin Vice Chancellor and Director of Athletics Kurt McGuffin on what the committee will look for in choosing this year's field. It's always one of the most anticipated interviews of the season. This year is no different.

Boston Sophomore pitcher Kasey Ricard stops by to chat on how she ended up at BU along with her teams' red-hot winning streak.

Today's episode of In The Circle will be a unique show as we'll introduce you to the DSR (Diamond Sports Ranking). DSR Creator Forrest Allen and former Troy Head Coach Beth Mullins talk with Eric Lopez about what DSR is, what makes it different from the RPI, and why it's a more accurate rating system. Plus, Victor has questions about the latest Bracketology and he has an apology to make about Monday's episode.

Some shows need very little explanation on what's going on. THIS is one of those shows. Today, In The Circle is honored to have Monica Abbott back on the podcast for her first extensive conversation. She shares with Eric Lopez how she got interested in broadcasting, her book "Rise and Shine: The Monica Abbott Story", and her perspective since retiring from the game.



Abbott Interview Timeline

2:45-What got Monica interested in broadcasting

9:28-Staying in the loop at her alma mater

16:45-Would more data make Monica even better?

20:13-Life after retirement and the steps that led to her farewell to softball

28:36-Her book "Rise and Shine: The Monica Abbott Story"

39:10-Monica's advice on the Olympics and the famous story of her starting during the 2008 Olympics

Thursday means a new In The Circle on D1 Softball. Today, you'll hear from reigning D1 Softball Freshman of the Week Penn State Bridget Nemeth about her Nittany Lions' season so far.



You'll also hear from Marist Head Coach Joe Ausanio on his team leading the MAAC. He also looks back at his path into softball which includes pitching for the New York Yankees along with his time in pro wrestling.



Plus. Victor shares thoughts on the Wednesday night stunners and the series that will impact Eric's Bracketology the most.

While you prepare for Monday's Solar Eclipse, we're still in recovery mode from two titanic series. On today's In The Circle, Eric Lopez recaps OU/Texas with Justin McLeod from Austin and Rhiannon Potkey from Knoxville. Plus, Bronze Medal Olympian Joey Lye hops on to share how she is helping players with the mental aspect of the sport.