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Alex Staab


    • Mar 9, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    S3, E87: 2025 Season Preview (with Adam Duvall)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2025 39:56


    The Mid-Illini Softball Podcast is back for a third season! I sit down with the Peoria Journal Star's Adam Duvall to talk offseason storylines and what to expect from each of the eight league teams as the season gets ready to start in just over a week! Enjoy!

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    S2, E86: 3A #16 Dunlap 2, 3A #2 Metamora 0

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2024 37:42


    On today's episode, I break down a 2-0 win for #16 Dunlap over #2 Metamora in Mid-Illini action. The episode features a stat rundown from the game, as well as interviews with Dunlap coach Germaine Fairchild, Eagles pitcher Sutton Centoni, Eagles catcher Shelby Covey, and Metamora coach Deric Linder. I also talk through the East Peoria-Pekin, Washington-Morton, and Limestone-Richwoods games. Enjoy!

    S2, E85: 3A #2 Metamora 1, 3A #6 East Peoria 0

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2024 30:23


    On today's episode, I break down a pitchers duel of a 1-0 win for #2 Metamora over #6 East Peoria in MId-Illini action. The episode features a stat rundown from the game, as well as interviews with EP coach Denee Menzione, metamora pitcher Nora Johnson, and Metamora coach Deric Linder. I also talk through the Dunlap-Washington and Limestone-Pekin games. Enjoy!

    S2, E84: 3A #2 Metamora 4, 4A Pekin 1

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2024 32:57


    On today's episode, I break down a 4-1 win for #2 Metamora on the road at Pekin. The episode features a stat rundown from the game, broadcast highlights, an interview with coach Deric Linder, and a special interview conducted by color commentator Don Phillips and his granddaughter, Redbird junior Bailee Bender. I also break down the East Peoria-Washington and Limestone-Morton games. Enjoy!

    S2, E83: 3A #2 Metamora 12, 2A IVC 1

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2024 29:06


    On today's episode, I cover a 12-1 senior night win for #2 Metamora over IVC in six innings. The episode features a stat rundown from the game, as well as interviews with Redbird players Addi Pacha and Hannah Yoder, as well as coach Deric Linder. I also break down the Limestone-Canton, Dunlap-Pekin, and Washington-Galesburg games. Enjoy!

    S2, E82: Postseason Bracketology with Adam Duvall

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2024 32:04


    On today's bonus episode, I chat with the Peoria Journal Star's Adam Duvall about the 3A Washington Sectional. What's your team's seed (in our eyes)? What is their postseason chances? We'll break it all down before the official release of the pairings tomorrow. Enjoy!

    S2, E81: 3A (RV) Ottawa 3, 3A #10 Dunlap 0

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2024 25:27


    On today's episode, I take you through a 3-0 home loss for #10 Dunlap to (RV) Ottawa. It features a state rundown from the game and an interview with Dunlap head coach Germaine Fairchild. I also break down the Washington-Edwardsville, Washington-Galesburg, IVC-Canton, LeRoy-Morton, and Morton-Prairie Central games. Enjoy!

    S2, E80: 2A #8 Olympia 5, 3A #2 East Peoria 1

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2024 25:05


    On today's episode, I take you through a 5-1 road loss for #2 East Peoria at 2A #8 Olympia. It features a stat breakdown from the game and an interview with EP head coach Denee Menzione. I also attempt to break down an incredibly wild win for the Morton Potters, victorious by a 20-14 score at Williamsville. Enjoy!

    S2, E79: 3A #3 Metamora 6, 2A Canton 0

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2024 25:52


    On today's episode, I take you through a 6-0 win for #3 Metamora over Canton in Mid-Illini play. It features a stat rundown from the game, as well as interviews with Redbird senior Karagan Hartnett and head coach Deric Linder. I also talk through a wild day for the conference elsewhere, featuring a suspended East Peoria-Dunlap game, plus big wins for Morton over Pekin and Limestone at Washington. Enjoy!

    S2, E78: 3A #3 Metamora 9, 3A Morton 5 & 3A #3 Metamora 8, 3A #10 Dunlap 0

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2024 43:48


    On today's episode, I take you through a doubleheader sweep for 3A #3 Metamora, defeating Morton (9-5) and #10 Dunlap (8-0). It features a stat rundown from both games, as well as interviews with Metamora's Nora Johnson, Kaidance Till, coach Deric Linder, and Dunlap head coach Germaine Fairchild. I also talk through the U-High-East Peoria, Limestone-Pekin, and Washington-Canton games. Enjoy!

    S2, E77: 3A #3 Metamora 10, 3A Morton 0

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2024 42:06


    On today's episode, I take you through a 10-0 road win for 3A #3 metamora over 3A Morton at Birchwood Park. It features a stat rundown from the game, broadcast highlights, and interviews with Metamora junior shortstop Kaidance Till, head coach Deric Linder, and Morton head coach Ashley Beyer. I also talk through the Pekin-Washington, Dunlap-Limestone, and East Peoria-Canton games. Enjoy!

    S2, E76: 3A #4 Metamora 11, 3A (RV) Washington 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2024 35:05


    On today's episode, I take you through a 11-2 road win for 3A #4 Metamora over 3A (RV) Washington at Jan Smith Field. It features a stat rundown from the game, broadcast highlights, as well as interviews with Redbird players Nora Johnson and Karagan Hartnett. I also talk through the Dunlap-Pekin, East Peoria-Limestone, and Morton-Canton games. Enjoy!

    S2, E75: 3A #3 East Peoria 3, 3A (RV) Washington 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2024 35:36


    On today's episode, I take you through a 3-1 road win for 3A #3 East Peoria on the road over 3A (RV) Washington. It features a stat rundown of the game, as well as interviews with Coach Denee Menzione and Coach Stephanie Lawson. I also talk through the Dunlap-Limestone, Pekin-Canton, and Morton-Richwoods games. Enjoy!

    S2, E74: 3A #2 Metamora 8, 3A Limestone 0

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2024 34:47


    On today's episode, I take you through a 8-1 win for 3A #2 Metamora at home against 3A Limestone. It features a stat rundown from the game, as well as interviews with Metamora Coach Deric Linder, and players Karagan Hartnett and Nora Johnson, as well as Limestone Coach Jamie Johnson. I also talk through the Williamsville-Washington, Kaneland-Washington, Glenwood-Pekin, and Plainfield North-Pekin games. Enjoy!

    S2, E73: 3A #4 East Peoria 4, 3A #2 Metamora 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2024 38:38


    On today's episode, I take you through a 4-1 win for 3A #4 East Peoria at home against 3A #2 Metamora. It features broadcast highlights, a stat rundown from the game, and interviews with East Peoria's Meadow Terry and Coach Denee Menzione, as well as Metamora Head Coach Deric Linder. I also talk through the West Aurora-Washington, Washington-Geneseo, and Morton-Farmington games. Enjoy!

    S2, E72: 3A #2 Metamora 11, 4A Normal Community 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2024 25:09


    On today's episode, I take you through a 11-4 road non-conference win for 3A #2 Metamora over 4A Normal Community. It features a stat rundown from the game, broadcast highlights, and an interview with Coach Deric Linder. I also talk through the Dunlap-Washington and East Peoria-Morton games that happened today. Enjoy!

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    S2, E71: 3A #2 Metamora 5, 4A Pekin 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2024 38:17


    On today's episode, I take you through a 5-1 home conference win for 3A #2 Metamora over #4 Pekin. It features a stat rundown of the game, as well as interviews with Coach Deric Linder and junior pitcher Nora Johnson. I also give an updated Mid-Illini Power Rankings, and talk through the Morton-Canton, East Peoria-Lincoln, and Dunlap-Bloomington games. Enjoy!

    S2, E70: 3A #2 Metamora 7, 3A Lincoln 0 & 3A #2 Metamora 5, 3A Lincoln 0

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2024 33:00


    On today's episode, I take you through a doubleheader sweep for 3A #2 Metamora over 3A Lincoln in non-conference action. It features broadcast highlights, stat rundowns of both games, as well as interviews with Coach Deric Linder and junior pitcher Nora Johnson. I also walk through the Pekin-Washington, East Peoria-Limestone, and Dunlap-Richwoods games from today. Enjoy!

    S2, E69: 3A #2 Metamora 6, 2A Canton 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2024 34:32


    On today's episode, I take you through a 6-1 road win for 3A #2 Metamora at 2A Canton in Mid-Illini play. It features broadcast highlights, a stat rundown, as well as interiews with Coach Linder and Coach Bundy. I also walk through the East Peoria-Dunlap, Washington-Limestone, and Morton-Pekin games. Enjoy!

    S2, E68: 3A #2 Metamora 2, 3A #9 Washington 1 (8 inn.)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2024 27:00


    On today's episode, I take you through an exciting 2-1 walkoff win for #2 Metamora over #9 Washington in a terrific showcase of the conference. It features a stat rundown, and interviews with junior outfielder Ellie Schaffer and Metamora Head Coach Deric Linder. I also talk through games between Limestone and Canton, as well as a tough walkoff loss for East Peoria. Enjoy!

    S2, E67: 4A #13 Huntley 10, 3A #3 Metamora 6 & 3A #3 Metamora 11, 4A Loyola Academy 7

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2024 50:20


    On today's episode, I take you through a (1-1) day to wrap the Margie Wright Showcase for the 3A #3 Metamora Redbirds, falling to Huntley before bouncing back to defeat Loyola Academy. A jam-packed episode features a stat rundown and interviews with Ellie Schaffer and Nora Johnson for Metamora, stat rundowns of all the games from today for the conference, and a bonus conversation with Coach Margie Wright at the end. Enjoy!

    S2, E66: League Schedule Preview w/ Adam Duvall

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2024 35:47


    On today's episode, Adam Duvall joins the program as the Mid-Illini Softball Conference's league schedule is about to start. - Alex's Mid-Illini Power Rankings - Best Non-Conference Win So Far? - Best Hitter in the League to This Point - Best Pitcher in the League to This Point - Postseason Bracketology - Who's Adam and I's Mid-Illini Champions? Enjoy!

    S2, E65: 3A #6 East Peoria 2, 2A #16 Tremont 0

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2024 25:40


    On today's episode, I take you through a pitcher's duel between East Peoria and Tremont, ending in a 2-0 Raiders win. It features stats from the game, as well as an interview with EP Head Coach Denee Menzione. I also detail games for Canton, Dunlap, and Pekin from today. Enjoy!

    S2, E64: 3A #3 Metamora 7, 3A Streator 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2024 20:01


    On today's episode, I take you through a somewhat rainy, but good 7-4 win for 3A #3 Metamora against Streator, a team that is in the Redbirds' sub-sectional, making this a key win for postseason seeding. It features stats from the game, as well as interviews with Head Coach Deric Linder and junior center fielder Ellie Schaffer. I also detail a home win for 3A #6 East Peoria over Richwoods. Enjoy!

    S2, E63: Gibson Southern (IN) 6, 3A #3 Metamora 5

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2024 22:05


    On today's episode, I take you through a narrow 6-5 loss for 3A #3 Metamora against Gibson Southern (IN) to conclude the Redbirds' trip to Murfreesboro, Tennessee. It features broadcast highlights and stats from the game. I also detail games for 3A #6 East Peoria and 3A Limestone. Enjoy.

    S2, E62: 3A #3 Metamora 5, Munster (IN) 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2024 16:40


    On today's episode, I take you through a thrilling 5-3 win for 3A #3 Metamora over Munster (IN) at the Southern Warrior Classic in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, featuring broadcast highlights, stats, and an interview with Metamora head coach Deric Linder. I also detail a 10-5 winner for #6 East Peoria at home over Normal Community. Enjoy!

    S2, E61: 3A #3 Metamora 7, Mason (OH) 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2024 21:48


    On today's episode, I take you through a fun 7-2 win for 3A #3 Metamora over Mason (OH) at the Southern Warrior Classic in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, featuring broadcast highlights, stats, and an interview with Metamora head coach Deric Linder. I also discuss games today for Washington, Canton, Dunlap, and Morton. Enjoy!

    S2, E60: 2A Olympia 12, 3A Limestone 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2024 27:26


    On today's episode, I take you through a tough road loss for Limestone at 2A Olympia. Due to audio issues, there is no interview today. I also discuss wins for Washington, Canton, and Morton. Enjoy!

    S2, E59: 2A Olympia 8, 3A Morton 5

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2024 15:22


    On today's episode, I take you through a close home loss for the 3A Morton Potters against a solid 2A Olympia team, featuring an interview with coach Ashley Beyer. There were no other games in the league to recap for today. Enjoy!

    S2, E58: 3A #3 Metamora 18, 2A Eureka 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2024 27:53


    On today's episode, I take you through a uniquely wild 18-2 win for 3A #3 Metamora over 2A Eureka, in which the Redbirds had a 14-run, 19-batter bottom of the 1st. It features interviews with coach Deric Linder, as well as junior pitcher Nora Johnson, and junior shortstop Kaidance Till. I also break down the other three Mid-Illini teams (East Peoria, Limestone, and Pekin) that were in action tonight. Enjoy!

    S2, E57: 3A #3 Metamora 14, 3A Galesburg 0 & 3A #3 Metamora 16, 3A Galesburg 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2024 32:23


    On today's episode, I take you through a wildly successful doubleheader for 3A #3 Metamora, in which the Redbirds combined for 30 runs over the twinbill. It features interviews with Metamora coach Deric Linder, as well as junior pitcher Nora Johnson, and senior third baseman Karagan Hartnett. I also break down 4 other teams that had statistics for their games today at the time of this recording. Enjoy!

    S2, E56: 2A Canton 10, 1A #14 Havana 0

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2024 14:58


    On today's episode, I take you through a 10-0 opening day home win for 2A Canton over 1A #14 Havana, featuring interviews with Canton coach Anna Bundy, as well as sophomore pitcher Tori Birch. There were no other Mid-Illini teams in action today. Enjoy!

    S2, E55: 3A #3 Metamora 2, 3A #5 Pontiac 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2024 15:35


    On today's episode, I take you through an exciting 2-1 win for 3A #3 Metamora over 3A #5 Pontiac, featuring interviews with head coach Deric Linder, Nora Johnson, and Bailee Bender. I also discuss a 4-0 win for the Limestone Rockets at IVC. Enjoy!

    S2, E54: 2024 Metamora Redbirds Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2024 29:12


    On today's episode, I discuss the exciting preseason prospectus for the 3A #3 Metamora Redbirds, who have an All-State core back from an Elite 8 team that went (32-4) in 2023. I talk with ICA Hall of Fame Head Coach Deric Linder, junior pitcher Nora Johnson, junior shortstop Kaidance Till, and senior first baseman Bri Bessert to get their perspectives on the 2024 season ahead. Enjoy!

    S2, E53: 2024 Morton Potters Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2024 23:06


    On today's episode, I discuss the preseason prospectus for the Morton Potters, who have a youthful roster back with a new head coach in Ashley Beyer ready to take on the season. I talk with Coach Beyer, Addi Booth, and Riley Gashaw to get their perspectives on the 2024 season ahead. Enjoy!

    S2, E52: 2024 Canton Little Giants Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2024 21:33


    On today's episode, I discuss the preseason prospectus for the 2A Canton Little Giants, who have a good mix of youth and senior leadership back from a team that was a Regional Finalist in 2023. I talk with head coach Anna Bundy, Rachel Parry, and Jena Goforth, to get their perspectives on the new season ahead. Enjoy!

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    S2, E51: 2024 East Peoria Raiders Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2024 21:43


    On today's episode, I discuss the preseason prospectus for the #6-ranked East Peoria Raiders, who have a good young core back from a successful season a year ago. I talk with head coach Denee Menzione, Meadow Terry, and Gabby Lane to get their perspectives on the 2024 season ahead. Enjoy!

    S2, E50: Washington Panthers Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2024 20:54


    On today's episode I discuss the preseason prospectus for the #10-ranked Washington Panthers, who look to utilize a talented group of players from their underclass teams, as they find new roles after the departure of a quality senior group. I tak with Coach Lawson, Bailey Herrick, Malone McKinley, Olivia O'Connell, and Ellie Redlingshafer to get their perspective on the 2024 season ahead. Enjoy!

    S2, E49: 2024 Dunlap Eagles Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2024 19:46


    On today's episode, I discuss the preseason prospectus for the #18-ranked Dunlap Eagles, who return their entire starting lineup from a (20-9) season in 2023. I talk with head coach Germaine Fairchild to get her perspective on the 2024 season ahead. Enjoy!

    S2, E48: 2024 Limestone Rockets Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2024 18:21


    On today's episode, I discuss the preseason prospectus for the Limestone Rockets, while also chatting with new head coach Jamie Johnson, along with senior Rylan Marvin and junior Liz Grube. Enjoy!

    S2, E47: 2024 Season Preview (with Adam Duvall)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2024 33:14


    The Mid-Illini Softball Podcast is back! I sit down with the Peoria Journal Star's Adam Duvall to preview the upcoming Mid-Illini Conference Softball Season and discuss some new content ideas coming up for this year! Enjoy!

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    S1, E46: 3A #3 Metamora 3, 3A #8 Washington 1 (Game Recap)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2023 53:52


    The 38th postgame recap episode takes you through Metamora's home sectional championship win over Washington from Friday night. The episode in full will cover: - My thoughts on the Metamora-Washington game - Stat rundown of the Metamora-Washington game - Interview with Washington coach Stephanie Lawson - Interview with Metamora senior Maddie Mooney - Interview with Metamora sophomore Nora Johnson - Interview with Metamora senior Katy Ramage - Interview with Metamora coach Deric Linder - What's Next

    S1, E45: 3A #3 Metamora 3, 3A #16 Normal West 1 (Game Recap)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2023 27:55


    The 37th postgame recap episode takes you through Metamora's home sectional semifinal win over Normal West from Tuesday night. The episode in full will cover: - My thoughts on the Metamora-West game - Stat rundown of the Metamora-West game - Interview with Kaidance Till - Interview with coach Deric Linder - Washington - Geneseo Recap - Light Friday preview of Metamora-Washington

    S1, E44: 3A #3 Metamora 13, Dunlap 4 (Game Recap)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2023 45:35


    The 36th postgame recap episode takes you through Metamora's home regional title win over Dunlap from Friday afternoon. The episode in full will cover: - My thoughts on the Metamora-Dunlap game - Stat rundown on the Metamora-Dunlap game - Interview with Katy Ramage - Interview with Deric Linder - Great seasons Dunlap, East Peoria, Pekin - Previewing the Metamora Sectional (Pitcher vs. Power?)

    S1, E43: 3A #3 Metamora 18, Richwoods 0 & Dunlap 9, Streator 2 (Game Recaps)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2023 28:12


    The 35th postgame recap episode takes you through both Tuesday semifinals of the Metamora Regional. The episode in full will cover: - My thoughts on the Metamora-Richwoods game - Stat rundown on the Metamora-Richwoods game - Stat rundown on the Dunlap-Streator game - Interview with Coach Deric Linder - Elsewhere in the Metamora Sectional - What's Up Next?

    S1, E42: 3A #3 Metamora 7, 3A #6 LaSalle-Peru 6 & 3A #3 Metamora 6, 3A #17 Sterling 5 (Game Recaps)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2023 57:13


    The 34th postgame recap episode takes you through Metamora's exciting doubleheader sweep up at Sterling to conclude its 2023 regular season. The episode in full will cover: - My thoughts on both the LaSalle-Peru & Sterling games - Plays of the Day (ft. Kennedy Nee, Karagan Hartnett) - Interview with Ellie Schaffer - Interview with coach Deric Linder - Elsewhere in the Conference - Where's everyone start the postseason?

    S1, E41: 3A #3 Metamora 7, Dunlap 1 (Game Recap)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2023 36:15


    The 33rd postgame recap episode takes you through Metamora's Senior Night win over Dunlap from Thursday night that gave the Redbirds the outright 2023 Mid-Illini Championship. The episode in full will cover: - My thoughts on the Metamora-Dunlap game - Interview with Katy Ramage - Interview with Deric Linder - Elsewhere in the Conference (is Pekin-East Peoria still going?) - What's Up Next?

    S1, E40: 3A #3 Metamora 10, 3A #11 East Peoria 7 (Game Recap)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2023 41:29


    The 32nd postgame recap episode takes you through an instant classic of a road win for Metamora against East Peoria from Tuesday afternoon. The episode in full will cover: - My thoughts on the Metamora-EP Game - Broadcast Highlights of the Metamora-EP Game - Interview with Kennedy Nee - Interview with coach Deric Linder - Elsewhere in the Conference - What's Up Next?

    S1, E39: 3A #3 Metamora 13, Limestone 0 (Game Recap)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2023 35:06


    The 31st postgame recap episode takes you through a "perfect" home win for Metamora over Limestone from Thursday afternoon. The episode in full will cover: - My thoughts on the Metamora-Limestone game - Stat rundown of the Metamora-Limestone game - Interview with Nora Johnson - Interview with coach Deric Linder - Elsewhere in the Conference - What's Up Next?

    S1, E38: 3A #3 Metamora 4, 4A Pekin 1 (Game Recap)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2023 35:52


    The 30th postgame recap episode takes you through an exciting home win for Metamora over Pekin from Tuesday afternoon. The episode in full will cover: - My thoughts on the Metamora-Pekin game - Stat rundown from the Metamora-Pekin game - Interview with Sydney Trentman - Interview with coach Deric Linder - Elsewhere in the Conference - Postseason Seeds Out - Brackets Tomorrow! - What's Up Next?

    S1, E37: 3A #5 East Peoria 3, 2A Olympia 2 (Game Recap)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2023 33:21


    The 29th postgame recap episode takes you through an intense road win for East Peoria over Olympia from Saturday morning. The episode in full will cover: - My thoughts on the East Peoria - Olympia game - Stat Rundown from the East Peoria - Olympia game - Interview with coach Denee Menzione - Elsewhere in the Conference - What's Up Next?

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