Outside The Chute

Episode 209 - Jim Wana

What does it take to win an ISC title at just 19 years old…
be named Most Outstanding Pitcher…
capture four ISC Championships…
win a World Championship…
and cement your name in the Hall of Fame?
 
This week on Outside The Chute, we sit down with ISC Hall of Famer Jim Wana — one of the most dominant pitchers of his era.
 
From winning the 1985 Junior World Championship with New Zealand…
to starring with the legendary Penn Corp teams…
to representing the Black Sox on the world stage…
to being inducted into the ISC Hall of Fame in 2019…
 
Jim walks us through the mindset, the moments, and the legacy behind one of the greatest careers in fastpitch history.
 
If you love softball history, elite pitching, and stories from the golden era of the ISC circuit — this episode is for you.
 
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Episode 208 - Jerzie Nutile

Energy. Passion. Positivity.
 
Episode 208 of Outside The Chute is an absolute must-listen as we sit down with Jerzie Nutile, UMBC alum and newly signed PSL Florida Heat player. From the moment this conversation starts, Jerzie’s infectious personality jumps through the mic.
 
We dive into her journey through the game, the grind it took to reach the pro level, and what this next chapter with the Florida Heat means to her both on and off the field. Jerzie opens up about mindset, confidence, overcoming obstacles, and why loving the game is just as important as competing at the highest level.
 
If you’re a softball player, coach, fan, or someone chasing a dream — this episode will leave you motivated and smiling.
 
 What you’ll hear in this episode:
• Jerzie’s path from UMBC to professional softball
• Signing with the PSL’s Florida Heat
• The mental side of staying ready for opportunity
• What fuels her energy and love for the game
• Advice for athletes chasing the next level
 
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Episode 207 - Justin Laskowski

In Episode 207 of Outside The Chute, we sit down with Saskatchewan native Justin Laskowski, one of Canada’s rising stars in men’s fastpitch softball.
 
Justin takes us through his journey — from getting his start in the Saskatchewan fastpitch scene, to wearing the red and white for Team Canada on the world stage. We dive deep into his experience at the 2022 Men’s World Cup, where Canada captured silver, and what it truly means to represent your country at the highest level.
 
He also reflects on being a kid in the stands during Canada’s unforgettable 2015 World Cup gold medal run on home soil, and how that moment helped shape his dream of one day pulling on the maple leaf himself.
 
 In this episode, we cover:
• Growing up playing fastpitch in Saskatchewan
• Developing through the Canadian system
• Wearing Team Canada on the international stage
• The 2022 Men’s World Cup silver medal run
• The impact of the iconic 2015 gold medal game
• Lessons learned, mindset, and what’s next
 
Whether you’re a player, coach, or lifelong fastpitch fan, this episode is packed with insight, pride, and passion for the game.
 
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Episode 206 - Ryan Moore

In this episode of Outside The Chute, we sit down with Ryan Moore, Florida Vibe Team President and Executive Director of the American Collegiate League, to break down the rise of the Professional Softball League (PSL) and what it means for the future of fastpitch softball.
 
Ryan shares insight into the growth of professional opportunities for players, how the ACL fits into the development pathway, and why the Florida Vibe are positioned to be a major force heading into the 2026 season.
 
In this episode, we cover:
 
The launch and vision of the Professional Softball League
How the ACL is helping bridge college and pro softball
What players should know about future pro opportunities
Where fastpitch softball is headed over the next decade
 
 
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Topics include: fastpitch softball, professional softball, PSL softball, American Collegiate League, Florida Vibe, NCAA softball, softball podcast, women’s softball

Episode 205 - Mike Branchaud

What a great one we have for you this week, as Outside The Chute sat down and chatted with Softball Canada CEO, the one and only, Mike Branchaud.
We get into some great chats about the state of ball here in Canada, the direction the Men’s National Team is headed, the Women’s Olympic Team, some WBSC topics and so much more. 
This was such a great chat with Mike and we got to clear up a few things on here that have been some hot topics in the past.
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Episode 204 - Kelly Maxwell

What an episode we have to kick off 2026, as we’re joined by one of the game’s most electric arms, its AUSL Cascade member and current US Women’s National Team member, the one and only, Kelly Maxwell. ️
Man, this episode has it all.
Kelly takes us back to where it all started, her journey through the college game at Oklahoma State and Oklahoma, and how those experiences shaped her into the pitcher she is today. We also dive into her move to the pro level in Japan, what she’s learned competing internationally, and what’s ahead this season in the AUSL with the expansion Cascade.
 
Plus, we talk about the honor of wearing the red, white, and blue while representing USA on the Women’s National Team and what’s in store on the road to LA 2028.
This was such a fun chat, We're so glad Kelly was able to take time out of her hectic schedule to come on and chat with us.
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Episode 203 - Amelia Streuber

Outside The Chute sat down and chatted with co-author with her Dad, of the amazing book, “Recruiting Rules" and Oregon State University Freshman, the one and only, Amelia Struber.
What a fantastic chat this was as we got to hear Amelia tell us about how she got her start in the game, the ups and downs of the recruiting process, which in turn led to her and her father coming up with their awesome book, how things are going at Oregon State and so much more.
Amelia was such a pleasure to chat with, and I cannot wait to see how her university career and beyond plays out.
Before we get to it, make sure to drop a comment on the show and give us some sort of rating. Preferably something good.  You can follow Amelia on Instagram @ameliastreuber_2025, also, look for her book “Recruiting Rules” on Amazon, we’re @outsidethechute on all social media platforms, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and Tik Tok.
 
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Episode 202 - Zach Pierce

Outside The Chute sat down and chatted with 2021 Rawlings Grand Slam Top Pitcher and  2022 Silver medalist at the Pan American Championships and WBSC World Cup with Team Canada, it’s the one and only, Zach Pierce.
This was such an awesome chat that Hopey and I had with Zippy, the guy is an absolute weapon.
We chat about getting his start in the game, playing a winter down in New Zealand, getting to represent the red and white at the 2022 World Cup, what the future holds and so much more.
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