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ACC Softball Week 8: 21 Straight, 17-14 Chaos & a Statement Sweep
Episode 91st April 2026 • Up the Coast w/ Alex & Britt • Alex Powers & Brittany McKinney
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This week, we dive headfirst into the postseason picture with some telling bracketology trends—what it really takes to make the NCAA Tournament, host a regional, and why RPI might still rule everything.

Then it’s all about the ACC’s hottest team: Florida State is on an absolute tear. The Seminoles extend the nation’s longest winning streak to 21, sweep Clemson, and look like a legitimate Top 8 seed. We break down what’s clicking—from their elite defense to the dominance of Isa Torres, who is putting together one of the best offensive seasons we’ve ever seen.

On the flip side, Clemson shows flashes but continues to battle inconsistency, especially in the circle. Is pitching depth the biggest issue in the sport right now?

We also unpack one of the wildest series of the season—Duke vs. Stanford. A 17-14 game, eight home runs, and a six-run comeback capped by a walk-off bomb? Yeah… we’ve got a lot to say. Plus, is Duke’s offense good enough to carry them into a hosting spot?

Virginia continues to win—but the real test starts now. Virginia Tech is quietly dominating (are they the clear No. 2 in the ACC?), and Louisville proves once again they might be the scrappiest team in the country.

We’ve also got concerns about North Carolina, big questions for Georgia Tech, and what feels like a make-or-break stretch ahead for several teams.

To close it out: BS or No BS (color rush uniforms, drop-dead time drama, and more), shoutouts to Lonni Alameda’s 1,000th win and other major milestones, plus our weekend Pick ‘Em slate.

Buckle up—things are starting to separate in the ACC, and the road to postseason is getting real.

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