Sis Bates - Building Momentum

Sis Bates - Building Momentum

As professional softball enters an exciting new season, Sis Bates joins the show to discuss the growth of the game, the momentum behind AUSL, and what it means to help build the Portland Cascade from the ground up. The Team USA gold medalist and defensive standout shares her perspective on leadership, culture, and why the future of softball has never looked brighter for the next generation of players.   Looking for more diamonds?  Watch the show on YouTube [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4OH9pWO2GjrR2-I1ppcT6A2JWygkzhOV&si=aalVctr8J7Gf15XP] and follow on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/droppingdiamondspod/?hl=en]. For more on the latest with AJ, catch her on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/aj_andrews_/?hl=en] and X [https://x.com/aj_andrews_?lang=en]. Share the diamonds you received from this episode by leaving a rating and a review!     Dropping Diamonds with AJ Andrews is in partnership with the Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL). See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

More to Come in Season Two

This season, we’re diving headfirst into the biggest bat and ball stories across the diamond! Listen weekly and stay up to date with the latest by following the show on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/droppingdiamondspod/?hl=en].   Dropping Diamonds with AJ Andrews is in partnership with the Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL). See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Lonni Alameda - The Coacha

In this final part of the college tour, AJ sits down with Florida State softball head coach and Hall of Famer Lonni Alameda,  better known as “Coacha,” for a conversation that goes far beyond the game. Coach Alameda opens up about her journey through softball, building a championship culture at Florida State, navigating one of the toughest seasons of her life, and what it truly means to lead with authenticity.    Looking for more diamonds?  Watch the show on YouTube [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4OH9pWO2GjrR2-I1ppcT6A2JWygkzhOV&si=aalVctr8J7Gf15XP] and follow on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/droppingdiamondspod/?hl=en]. For more on the latest with AJ, catch her on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/aj_andrews_/?hl=en] and X [https://x.com/aj_andrews_?lang=en]. Share the diamonds you received from this episode by leaving a rating and a review!     Dropping Diamonds with AJ Andrews is in partnership with the Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL). See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Jazzy Francik - Golden Standard

Before the first pitch of the 2026 season, Florida State pitcher Jazzy Francik reflects on her freshman All-American season, the mindset behind her “silent fire” competitiveness, and the confidence driving her into this season with championship expectations. Looking for more diamonds?  Watch the show on YouTube [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4OH9pWO2GjrR2-I1ppcT6A2JWygkzhOV&si=aalVctr8J7Gf15XP] and follow on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/droppingdiamondspod/?hl=en]. For more on the latest with AJ, catch her on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/aj_andrews_/?hl=en] and X [https://x.com/aj_andrews_?lang=en]. Share the diamonds you received from this episode by leaving a rating and a review!     Dropping Diamonds with AJ Andrews is in partnership with the Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL). See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Isa Torres - All In

AJ and FSU shortstop Isa Torres talk about what is to come within the 2026 season. Isa also opens up about the “cannonball mentality” that transformed her game and helped shape the fearless, family-driven culture behind Florida State Softball’s Team 43.   Looking for more diamonds?  Watch the show on YouTube [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4OH9pWO2GjrR2-I1ppcT6A2JWygkzhOV&si=aalVctr8J7Gf15XP] and follow on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/droppingdiamondspod/?hl=en]. For more on the latest with AJ, catch her on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/aj_andrews_/?hl=en] and X [https://x.com/aj_andrews_?lang=en]. Share the diamonds you received from this episode by leaving a rating and a review!     Dropping Diamonds with AJ Andrews is in partnership with the Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL). See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.