by Alex Powers & Brittany McKinney
An ACC softball podcast hosted by Alex Powers & Brittany McKinney, featuring guest who are current and former players and coaches from the ACC. Everything you need to know about ACC softball is here.
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April 8, 2025
<p>In this episode of Up the Coast, hosts Alex Powers and Britt discuss the current state of the 2025 NCAA softball season, focusing on the ACC. They analyze the RPI standings, highlight key matchups, and delve into the performances of teams like Florida State, Virginia, Clemson, and Duke. The conversation also touches on coaching strategies, the importance of midweek games, and the future of ACC softball, including the announcement of Cal's new stadium.</p><p>Florida State and Virginia Tech are leading the ACC standings.</p><p>Clemson's surprising performance has established their identity this season.</p><p>Duke's offensive explosion showcases their potential for postseason success.</p><p>Virginia's competitive edge is attributed to their strong pitching and player development.</p><p>The rivalry between Florida State and Florida remains intense and significant.</p><p>UNC's struggles highlight the importance of a strong schedule for postseason hopes.</p><p>Controversial coaching tactics can impact team reputation and performance.</p><p>Virginia Tech's continued consistency is crucial for their postseason hosting aspirations.</p><p>Cal's new stadium is a significant development for the program's future.</p><p>The upcoming matches are critical for teams vying for postseason positions.</p>
April 1, 2025
<p>In this episode of Up the Coast, Alex & Britt dive into the latest from ACC softball, including some tough news about Florida State's head coach Lonni Alameda, who is bravely fighting breast cancer while leading her team through the season. We send her all our love and support! We love you Coacha</p><p>We break down the latest ACC standings, as FSU remains undefeated in conference play, with impressive sweeps from Florida State and Virginia Tech, and a couple of jaw-dropping moments in the Virginia Tech-Stanford series, including a triple play and a Cori McMillan walk off. The Hokies’ depth continues to shine with 11 hitters recording home runs this season—truly a team effort!</p><p>Florida State has been looking like one of the most complete teams in years, with clutch hitting, elite pitching, and some serious bunting skills. Plus, Isa Torres leads the ACC with 62 hits and continues to make waves as one of the top players in the country.</p><p>Duke had a strong weekend, sweeping Louisville, with Ana Gold smashing her 6th homer of the season and Dani Drogemuller showing out in the circle. Meanwhile, UNC bounced back from a game 1 loss to Syracuse to win the series, led by ACC’s top hitter Kat Rodriguez, who's also leading the country in RBIs.</p><p>We also take a closer look at the ongoing struggles for Virginia as they lost a series to Notre Dame and how tough road trips are proving to be for teams like Cal and Stanford, with travel exhaustion impacting performance.</p><p>Get the latest updates on who’s making moves in the ACC and what’s to come in midweek matchups and conference play. Big games are ahead—Florida State vs. Florida, Clemson vs. Stanford, and so much more!</p><p>Tune in for all this and more in this packed episode of Up the Coast.</p>
March 26, 2025
<p>In this engaging conversation, Coach Morales of Georgia Tech softball discusses the current state of ACC softball, highlighting the competitive nature of the conference and the impressive performance of her team. She reflects on the contributions of young players, team dynamics, and the challenges of coaching in a rapidly evolving sport. The discussion also touches on potential rule changes and the personal aspects of team life, including the fun and challenges of managing a young team.</p><p>Key Takeaways</p><p>The ACC is experiencing significant growth and competitiveness in softball.</p><p>Improving pitching has been a key focus for Georgia Tech.</p><p>Defensive consistency is an area for improvement.</p><p>Freshman players are making a significant impact on the team.</p><p>Coaching strategies must evolve with the changing game.</p><p>Team culture is vital for maintaining morale and competitiveness.</p><p>The importance of player development and learning from failures.</p><p>Rule changes could enhance the game, especially regarding challenges.</p>
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