In this episode of The Gnar Stool Podcast, Shannon O'Grady and John Perry sit down with Alex Hugo, a trailblazer in women’s baseball. As a roving instructor for the Oakland Athletics and a standout on the USA Women’s Baseball National Team, Alex shares her inspiring journey from playing softball at the University of Georgia to carving out her place in professional baseball.

Alex opens up about the challenges and triumphs of navigating a male-dominated sport, the push for inclusivity in baseball, and the shifting landscape of women’s professional athletics. She also dives into her coaching philosophy, how technology is reshaping player development, and why encouraging a multi-sport background is crucial for young athletes.

This candid conversation touches on the pressures of competition, the power of mental resilience, and the ...