Bleav in Softball

Jenna and NFCA CEO and Hall of Famer, former college coach, ESPN analyst, and Iowa alum, Carol Bruggeman, finish their conversation. In part 2, they talk about leadership and teamwork, what actually makes a good coach and player, how to balance gratitude with pushing for more, why the best is yet to come for our sport, takes on coaches getting thrown out, the transfer portal, bat flips, and more. 00:00:00-00:05:39 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:05:39-00:35:27 Interview 00:35:27-00:36:27 Bring It Home/Outro IG: @bleavinsoftball X: @BleavInSoftball

Jenna is joined by NFCA CEO and Hall of Famer, longtime college coach, speaker, ESPN analyst, and All Big Ten player at Iowa, Carol Bruggeman! In part 1, they talk about her coaching experience from working under the GOAT Carol Hutchins to founding the Purdue program and helping build Louisville, growing the game with the NFCA, leadership, her broadcasting career, Mayhem, using her multifaceted experience to shape the future of the game, and more. 00:00:00-00:06:46 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:06:46-00:39:52 Interview 00:39:52-00:40:59 Bring It Home/Outro IG: @bleavinsoftball X: @BleavInSoftball

Jenna is joined by Clemson senior, All American infielder, and ACC tournament champion, Maddie Moore! They talk about building a new program, her evolution from hitting .190 as a freshman to becoming an All American, being the Tigers' stolen base leader, defense vs offense, Senior Day and her last season, why moving across the country was the “scariest and best decision”, both playing for Head Coach John Rittman, and more ahead of Regionals. 00:00:00-00:06:48 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:06:48-00:53:43 Interview 00:53:43-00:54:52 Bring It Home/Outro IG: @bleavinsoftball X: @BleavInSoftball

Jenna is joined by USA Olympic gold medalist, NPF champion, 4X All American, 3X Big West champion and POY, Cal State Fullerton HOF inductee and Player Development Assistant, Jenny Topping! They talk about being on the Real Dream Team for Athens 2004, the evolution of the game from then to now, lefty catcher love, being part of one of the most successful mid-major programs, motivating players authentically, creating magical moments, and more. 00:00:00-00:05:12 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:05:12-00:56:30 Interview 00:56:30-00:57:58 Bring It Home/Outro IG: @bleavinsoftball X: @BleavInSoftball

Jenna is joined by Virginia Head Coach and Biola University alum and All American, Joanna Hardin! They talk about the rise of Virginia Softball, reaching 200 career wins and nearly a decade with the Hoos, developing through hard times, how her playing days and coaching at multiple levels shaped her, when the small things become the big things, why faith is a beautiful thing, the unique history on campus in Charlottesville, the ACC, Jenna's visit to UVA, and more. 00:00:00-00:05:42 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:05:42-00:46:17 Interview 00:46:17-00:47:32 Bring It Home/Outro IG: @bleavinsoftball X: @BleavInSoftball

Jenna catches up with Andrew Luck who threw out the first pitch for Stanford vs. Cal.

Jenna is joined by Florida State catcher, All American, 3X All ACC player, and WCWS All-Tournament honoree, Michaela Edenfield! They talk about her career in Tallahassee, playing for Lonni Alameda, Coacha's impact, dropping bombs into Area 51, catching, the Seminoles' “K time” experience, her iconic game day makeup, representing her hometown in Sneads, FL, her journey with confidence, what keeps her grounded, being a role model, and more. 00:00:00-00:06:28 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:06:28-01:02:49 Interview 01:02:49-01:04:04 Bring It Home/Outro X: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball

Jenna is joined by Bandits pitcher, 2023 Athletes Unlimited champion, 3X All American, ESPY nominee, and James Madison and USA Softball alum, Odicci Alexander! They talk about getting ready for the first year of the AUSL, being part of “This is Legendary” - the largest campaign in pro softball history, leading JMU to their first ever WCWS, opening her own facility with SixFour3, always playing for something bigger, the people who mean the most, and more. 00:00:00-00:05:02 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:05:02-01:00:55 Interview 01:00:55-01:01:59 Bring It Home/Outro Twitter: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball

Jenna is joined by Michigan Head Coach for 38 years, winningest coach in NCAA softball history (including the 2005 national title), 18X Big Ten COY, Michigan State alum and AIAW national champion, and HOF inductee, Carol Hutchins! They talk about our sport's history and evolution, leading the first team east of the Mississippi River to win a title, women of the B1G, retired life, whether she's more Wolverine or Spartan at this point, hot takes, and much more. 00:00:00-00:05:50 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:05:50-00:52:58 Interview 00:52:58-00:54:11 Bring It Home/Outro Twitter: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball

Jenna is joined by Stanford junior, All American infielder, leading ACC hitter, All Pac-12 honoree, and 2023 Big Ten Player and Freshman of the Year, #99 Taryn Kern! They talk about being the softball program's first ever undergrad transfer, balancing elite academics and athletics, playing in the football stadium, competing in 3 different conferences, the underdog mentality, what's up with all her walks and HBP, growing up in a baseball family, being a Bay Area kid, and more. 00:00:00-00:04:23 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:04:23-00:50:27 Interview 00:50:27-00:51:37 Bring It Home/Outro Twitter: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball

Jenna is joined by ACC Network analyst, Texas Monarchs pro team General Manager, 2X All American at Florida State, and 2016 ACC POY, Alex Powers! They talk about the college landscape, podcasting with her co-host Brittany McKinney, broadcasting (and the outfits), her biggest super powers, resiliency through injuries, what sets the Seminoles apart, Coacha's impact, entering the sports business as more than a player, embracing the hustle, and more. 00:00:00-00:05:08 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:05:08-00:55:38 Interview 00:55:38-00:56:57 Bring It Home/Outro Twitter: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball

Jenna is joined by instructor, ambassador, All Pac 10 player, NCAA national champion, Washington Hall of Fame inductee, and former pro, Morgan Stuart! They talk about her experience playing with the Huskies, developing young athletes, their love of defense, the goal of her new book The Real Work, lessons learned in travel ball, the mentor armor athletes need, why there's no secret formula to success, advice to her younger self, and more. 00:00:00-00:06:18 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:06:18-01:07:00 Interview 01:07:00-01:08:24 Bring It Home/Outro Twitter: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball

Jenna is joined by ESPN analyst, Bandits General Manager in the AUSL, 3X NCAA national champion and All American, Arizona Hall of Famer, women's baseball World Cup bronze medalist, and Little League Hall of Excellence honoree, Jenny Dalton-Hill! They talk about her career from playing to broadcasting to investing in Athletes Unlimited, her unique experience with USA Baseball and Little League softball, what made her and her teams great, rivalries, and more. 00:00:00-00:06:09 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:06:09-00:58:44 Interview 00:58:44-01:00:01 Bring It Home/Outro Twitter: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball

Jenna is joined by Oklahoma State head coach, leader of the 3X NFCA Regional Coaching Staff of the Year, 2022 Big 12 tournament champion, and baseball alum and national champion at Oklahoma, Kenny Gajewski! They talk about building the Cowgirls' program, why transfers thrive in Stillwater, getting players ready off the field, relying on key relationships, his transition from playing baseball to coaching softball, speaking openly about his stutter to help others, and more. 00:00:00-00:05:43 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:05:43-01:02:03 Interview 01:02:03-01:03:28 Bring It Home/Outro Twitter: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball

Jenna is joined by Missouri Head Coach, NFCA President, multi-time Regional Coaching Staff of the Year honoree, and Gannon University alum, Larissa Anderson! They talk about being a leader among coaches, career development from Hofstra to Mizzou, what ownership looks like, why we can't fake passion, motivational quotes, how the Tigers overcome adversity, the SEC, her playing days, what it's like actually pursuing dreams, meeting at the convention, and more. 00:00:00-00:06:40 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:06:40-01:01:25 Interview 01:01:25-01:02:41 Bring It Home/Outro Twitter: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball

The season 5 finale is here! Jenna looks back and highlights the greatest hits from the Safe or Out segment, where each guest gives their hot takes on all things softball - from bat flips and conference realignments, to rules, looks, culture, terminology, strategy, and more. Plus, she breaks down the 2024 softball year in review and shares the final Foul Tip of the Week. 00:00:00-00:18:32 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:18:32-01:09:12 Safe or Out Highlights 01:09:12-01:14:18 Foul Tip of the Week/Outro Twitter: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball

Jenna is joined by Alliance Fastpitch CEO, Players Collxctive co-founder, Texas A&M alum, WCWS runner up, 3X Big 12 champion, and retired NPF pro, Dr. Jami Lobpries! They talk about making an impact from the youth level to pro, her career evolution from player to executive, innovation and entrepreneurship, collaborating to move the game forward, reflecting on this year, the “team” aspect of sports, why being an aunt is one of their favorite roles, and more. 00:00:00-00:09:47 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:09:47-01:06:04 Interview 01:06:04-01:10:41 Foul Tip of the Week/Outro Twitter: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball

Jenna is joined by Athletes Unlimited pro, Team USA veteran, 4X All American outfielder at Florida, her D1 Softball podcast co-host, and fellow 805 native, Amanda Lorenz! They talk about working together this spring, being an AU captain and winning silver at the World Cup this summer, what she learned in her formative years with the Gators and the Batbusters, launching her signature glove, who and what inspires her, LA 2028 goals, being a hype woman, dog mom to Blue, and more. 00:00:00-00:09:56 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:09:56-01:00:12 Interview 01:00:12-01:03:35 Foul Tip of the Week/Outro Twitter: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball

Jenna is joined by 2X Olympic medalist, USA Softball and Arizona Hall of Famer, 3X All American, Honda Award Winner and NCAA national champion, NPF Pitcher of the Year with the Chicago Bandits, and current MLB ambassador - called “the face of softball” by Time Magazine, Jennie Finch! They talk about her Olympic experience and insight, college and pro, collaborating with (and striking out) baseball players, the responsibility of being a role model, her family, and more. 00:00:00-00:09:24 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:09:24-01:03:32 Interview 01:03:32-01:06:50 Foul Tip of the Week/Outro Twitter: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball

Jenna is joined by Athletes Unlimited pro, #1 pick in the AU college draft, 3X All American, 2X AAC POY, 2022 Division I batting champion, Wichita State alum and record holder, and current Marshall assistant coach, Sydney McKinney! They talk about hosting AUX at the Shockers' Wilkins Stadium, the “mid-major” experience, playing and coaching at the same time, competing with and against her boss Morgan Zerkle, AUSL, Little League Softball, her dogs, and more. 00:00:00-00:10:13 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:10:13-00:53:54 Interview 00:53:54-00:56:32 Foul Tip of the Week/Outro Twitter: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball

It's the 150th episode! To celebrate, Jenna is joined by current OKC Spark pro, 2019 All American and Big Ten Pitcher of the Year, 3X All Big Ten player, Minnesota alum, and North Florida pitching coach, Amber Fiser! They talk about playing in the softball Mecca, competing in 3 different pro leagues (AFP, Athletes Unlimited, and WPF), taking the Gophers to their first ever WCWS, B1G softball, representing the Midwest, how coaching makes her a better player, gaining new perspectives, basically a masterclass in her pitching philosophy, and more. 00:00:00-00:09:35 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:09:35-01:05:51 Interview 01:05:51-01:08:17 Foul Tip of the Week/Outro Twitter: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball

Jenna is joined by 30-year collegiate coach, 6X Big West champion with 7 NCAA appearances at Cal State Fullerton, 5X Big West Coach of the Year, former longtime head coach at Mt SAC, and Oklahoma alum, Kelly Ford! They talk about everything - the 2024 season, her retirement, Titan program history, Judi Garman, remembering beloved alum Taylor Dockins, playing and coaching at both the junior college and Division I levels, the legacy she's leaving, and more. 00:00:00-00:09:56 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:09:56-01:09:11 Interview 01:09:11-01:13:14 Foul Tip of the Week/Outro Twitter: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball

Jenna is joined by Texas A&M alum, incoming grad transfer at San Diego State, current Duck Town Quack in the Golden Bay Collegiate League (GBCL), and two-way player, Grace Uribe! They talk about her college softball experience, graduating as an Aggie in College Station, the transfer portal, the recruiting process then and now, how summer ball helped her fall back in love with the game, her future with the Aztecs, grad school and career aspirations, and more. 00:00:00-00:14:30 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:14:30-01:05:11 Interview 01:05:11-01:09:41 Foul Tip of the Week/Outro Twitter: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball

Jenna is joined by new Duke grad, All American pitcher, ACC champion, Pitcher of the Year, and tournament MVP, and professional rookie with the Texas Smoke, Jala Wright! They talk about taking the Blue Devils to their first ever WCWS, how Coach Marissa Young has influenced her, the rise of ACC softball, her transfer experience, her professional debut, being unapologetically herself, embodying “Slayla”, realizing dreams, mental preparation, her family, and more. 00:00:00-00:10:52 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:10:52-01:01:38 Interview 01:01:38-01:05:56 Foul Tip of the Week Twitter: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball

Jenna is joined by former UCLA catcher, NCAA national champion, gear designer, mentor, and USA and Athletes Unlimited alum, Paige Halstead! They talk about covering the WCWS with D1Softball in OKC, winning with the Bruins in 2019, her battery relationship with Rachel Garcia, creating her own line of PHX catching gear with All Star, playing pro with AU and internationally with Team USA, giving lessons, why she wants to help girls reach their potential, and more. 00:00:00-00:12:04 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:12:04-01:03:59 Interview 01:03:59-01:08:40 Foul Tip of the Week/Outro Twitter: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball

Jenna is joined by ESPN analyst, 2X Olympic gold medalist, Japan League MVP, and keynote speaker, Michele Smith! They talk about scrise balls, being in OKC, broadcasting, her 18th year calling the WCWS with the A team Beth Mowins, Jessica Mendoza and Holly Rowe, creating the Clearwater tournament with ESPN, her alma mater Oklahoma State, Olympic experience with USA Softball, pro career in Japan, giving back, and more. 00:00:00-00:10:38 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:10:38-00:52:23 Interview 00:52:23-00:56:38 Foul Tip of the Week/Outro Twitter: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball

Jenna is joined by Duke Head Coach, 2024 ACC Coach of the Year, regular season and tournament champion, 3X All-American at Michigan, and Big Ten Pitcher and POY, Marissa Young! They talk about her “rizz”, the Blue Devils' evolution, hosting the ACC tournament and NCAA Regionals, being the No. 10 national seed, Super Regionals, impact players, the trajectory of the program and the ACC, measuring success, mental health, her family's journey, and more. 00:00:00-00:12:12 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:12:12-00:42:39 Interview 00:42:39-00:46:31 Foul Tip of the Week/Outro Twitter: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball

Jenna is joined by recently retired Head Coach at the University of Pacific for 32 years, Stockton Athletics Hall of Famer, and member of the USA Softball coaching pool and NCAA Division I Committee, Brian Kolze! They talk about when he recruited her, reflections on his career, his expansive and elite coaching tree, retirement and what's next, international experience, Selection Sunday, what really goes into making the bracket, evolution of the game, and more. 00:00:00-00:08:08 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:08:08-01:13:42 Interview 01:13:42-01:16:13 Foul Tip of the Week/Outro Twitter: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball

Jenna is joined by Stanford catcher, Rawlings Gold Glove winner, and All Pac-12 honoree, Aly Kaneshiro! They talk about her family, why she chose softball, rebuilding the Cardinal program, bullpen antics, managing a pitching staff (and catching Nijaree Canady), throwing runners out, why they call her “Biggie”, her recruiting process, playing in the WCWS, Senior Day celebrations, the Pac-12 tournament, mindset for NCAA postseason, career aspirations in nursing, and more. 00:00:00-00:05:50 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:05:50-00:52:50 Interview 00:52:50-00:55:00 Foul Tip of the Week/Outro Twitter: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball

Jenna is joined by ACC Network analyst, North Carolina alum, and retired catcher, Brittany McKinney! They talk about the landscape of ACC softball, Stanford and Cal joining next year, her career path from firefighting to broadcasting, playing at UNC and in the pros, catching elite pitchers (and being married to one like Taryne Mowatt), takes on some current hot topics, and much more. 00:00:00-00:11:46 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:11:46-01:08:17 Interview 01:08:17-01:11:22 Foul Tip of the Week/Outro Twitter: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball

Jenna is joined by Fresno State Head Coach, 2X NPF champion and MVP, international medalist with Team USA, and 3X All Big Ten player at Iowa, Stacy May-Johnson! They talk about the Bulldogs' history and program, the Mountain West landscape, The Valley community and fan base, her Chicago Bandits and USA experience, the grind of pro softball, how to live in the middle emotionally, what real toughness is, and more. 00:00:00-00:13:05 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:13:05-00:57:51 Interview 00:57:51-01:01:53 Foul Tip of the Week/Outro Twitter: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball

Jenna and current Arizona State Head Coach, retired pro, and Notre Dame All American, Megan Bartlett, finish their conversation. In part 2, they talk about fostering a family dynamic, her biggest takeaways and learnings, different types of inspiration and leadership, coaching in today's age, preparing for conference competition, and playing the last year of the Pac-12, as well as her personal path on the field, in the classroom, in her career, and much more. 00:00:00-00:07:43 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:07:43-00:38:57 Interview 00:38:57-00:42:13 Foul Tip of the Week/Outro Twitter: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball

Jenna is joined by Arizona State Head Coach, retired pro, and All American player at Notre Dame, Megan Bartlett! In part 1, they talk about coaching, her vision and philosophy, rebuilding the Sun Devils, the impact of the alumni and staff on the program, playing at Club Farrington, team personalities, getting ready to play their next Pac-12 series at Stanford, her career path, and more. 00:00:00-00:10:13 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:10:13-00:44:08 Interview 00:44:08-00:49:55 Foul Tip of the Week/Outro Twitter: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball

Jenna is joined by Loyola Marymount Head Coach, 2X Olympic medalist with Team USA, NCAA national champion and All American at UCLA, and Hall of Fame Bruin, Tairia Flowers! They talk about making an impact as a player and a coach, her experience as both in college and the Olympics, memories that stick out, parity in today's game, the health of the Lions' program, her family and support system, choosing what's best for you, being your own best friend, and more. 00:00:00-00:15:01 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:15:01-01:05:28 Interview 01:05:28-01:08:17 Foul Tip of the Week/Outro Twitter: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball

Jenna is joined by the Northwestern Heach Coach of over two decades, Wildcats' wins leader, and 5X Big Ten Coach of the Year, Kate Drohan! They talk about why she continues to choose Evanston, the culture and alumni, twinning with her sister Caryl, being mentored by the namesake of Sharon Drysdale Field (and new stadium coming!), passion after all this time, the 2024 team, all women head coaches in B1G softball, what the purple cow's all about, and more. 00:00:00-00:11:40 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:11:40-00:58:45 Interview 00:58:45-01:02:06 Foul Tip of the Week/Outro Twitter: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball

Jenna is joined by national champion and 3X All American at Florida State, Rawlings Gold Glove winner, and current Athletes Unlimited pro, Jessi Warren! They talk about the WCWS with the Seminoles, growing ACC softball, why everyone loves Coacha, the real life of a professional player, taking pride in defense, life and career aspirations, vulnerability as a strength, fun facts from being ambidextrous to her love of basketball and Disney, and more. 00:00:00-00:10:19 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:10:19-01:10:48 Interview 01:10:48-01:13:47 Foul Tip of the Week/Outro Twitter: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball

Jenna is joined by 3X Olympic gold medalist, 3X national champion and All American at Arizona, USA Softball Hall of Famer, and speaker, Leah Amico! They talk about her college and international legacy, playing for Mike Candrea in both, what the gold standard actually is, the importance of taking action, not letting limiting beliefs hold you back, expanding comfort zones, growing the game globally to stay in the Olympics, empowering women and girls, and more. 00:00:00-00:10:43 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:10:43-01:08:25 Interview 01:08:25-01:12:19 Foul Tip of the Week/Outro Twitter: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball

Jenna is joined by UCLA catcher, 3X All Pac-12 honoree, 2X WCWS participant, and Team USA member, Sharlize Palacios! They talk about her family, having a softball sister like Sashel, playing internationally, Latina representation, the art of catching, the Bruin bubble, playing for the most historic programs in NCAA softball, the last year of the Pac-12 as we know it, the 2024 season and team's personalities, leveling up, her post-college career aspirations, and more. 00:00:00-00:10:06 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:10:06-00:58:08 Interview 00:58:08-01:01:28 Foul Tip of the Week/Outro Twitter: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball

Jenna is joined by 2X NFCA Division I Assistant Coach of the Year, Oklahoma pitching and associate head coach, and Sooner alum, Jen Rocha! They talk about her championship coaching career, the Gassos, the evolution of OU softball, the new stadium, developing talent, managing a staff of P1s, bullpen culture, mound visits, how to handle pressure, dealing with failure, what she's most excited for this season, the growth of our sport, and more. 00:00:00-00:12:30 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:12:30-01:08:28 Interview 01:08:28-01:12:02 Foul Tip of the Week/Outro Twitter: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball

Jenna is joined by longtime ESPN and SEC Network TV analyst, NCAA national champion, 3X All American, and Assistant Coach at Alabama, Kayla Braud! They talk about wearing #1, playing each other in Supers, the first SEC natty, being on the wall at Rhoads, broadcasting, answering the call to coach at her alma mater, Patrick Murphy, support from Bama legends like Nick Saban, the value of triple threats, why finding joy in others is the secret sauce, and more. 00:00:00-00:11:26 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:11:26-01:09:18 Interview 01:09:18-01:12:25 Foul Tip of the Week/Outro Twitter: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball

This offseason, we're re-airing some of the best interviews of Bleav in Softball Season 4! Enjoy. Jenna is joined by Stanford freshman pitcher, the nation's lowest ERA holder, Top 25 USA Softball National POY Finalist, Top 10 NFCA Freshman of the Year finalist, All Pac-12 First and Freshman Team member, and much more to come, Nijaree Canady! They talk about her mindset in the circle, Cardinal bullpen relationships, managing success, being a role model, her recruiting process, the transition to college, shared Stanford traditions, team stories, and more. 00:00:00-00:13:49 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:13:49-01:07:40 Interview 01:07:40-01:11:53 Foul Tip of the Week/Outro Twitter: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball

This offseason, we're re-airing some of the best interviews of Bleav in Softball Season 4! Enjoy. Jenna is joined by retired Team USA pitcher, 2X Olympic silver medalist, 16 year pro, 6x Japan Softball League Champion, 5X NPF league Champion, Tennessee Hall of Famer, 4X All-American, and NCAA record holder - the legendary lefty, Monica Abbott! They talk about reflecting on her career from beginning to end, her impact on the game from college to pro and the Olympics (twice), retirement, telling her story in her new book, what's next for her, and more. 00:00:00-00:10:13 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:10:13-00:50:45 Interview 00:50:45-00:55:01 Foul Tip of the Week/Outro Twitter: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball