Out of the Box
Featuring Alabama softball radio broadcasters Tom Canterbury and Gray Robertson, Out of the Box is one of the newest available college softball podcasts. The guys will talk about the national landscape, the SEC, and Alabama softball each episode, plus special guests from around the sport will frequently stop by for a conversation. There will be entertaining segments, informative debates, and lots of fun. Check it out! Make sure you follow the show on Twitter @OutoftheBox_Pod! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/out-of-the-box9/support
Episode 102: Postseason Positioning and a Meal at [REDACTED]
The regular season is over and Tom Canterbury and Gray Robertson are back to discuss everything you need to know about Alabama, the SEC, and much more in a shortened episode! Here's your trip around the bases:
At the Plate (0:00-24:21): Tom and Gray go over the good, meh, and bad from the series at South Carolina, including the explosion of Marlie Giles, a tough finish, and another umpiring rant. Then, the guys preview the SEC Tournament matchup with Auburn and quickly go over four of the biggest stories in the SEC from the...
Episode 101: Also Eligible, Mary J. Blige, and No Regerts
After a home sweep, Tom Canterbury and Gray Robertson are back to discuss everything you need to know about Alabama, the SEC, and much more! Here's your trip around the bases:
At the Plate (0:00-18:51): Tom and Gray go over the good, meh, and bad from a Senior Weekend sweep over Missouri, including Jocelyn Briski’s performance, Brooke Ellestad’s electric series, outstanding defense, and more. Then, the guys preview the final regular season series at South Carolina.
Advancing to First (19:00-35:54): Tom and Gray go over the SEC seri...
EPISODE 100‼️: Is It a Secret?
After a road trip to Gainesville, Tom Canterbury and Gray Robertson are back to discuss everything you need to know about Alabama, the SEC, and much more in the 100th in-season episode of the show! Here's your trip around the bases:
At the Plate (0:00-28:09): Tom and Gray go over the good, meh, and bad from an all-encompassing weekend against Florida. Then, the guys preview one final midweek and a home series against Missouri.
Advancing to First (28:19-44:41): Tom and Gray go over the SEC series results, including the...
Out of the Box: Off Topic on WrestleMania 2025

It’s time for the another edition of the spin-off podcast series focused on the unfocused thoughts of hosts Gray Robertson and Tom Canterbury. This series is all about diving a little deeper on any possible topic that the guys might want to cover in-depth.
This episode’s topic is Wrestlemania 2025! It's Round Two of the Pick Swap, and this time Tom leads Gray through the event card as both make predictions for WrestleMania along with special guest pickers Auburn co-head softball coach Chris Malveaux and SID extraordinaire Nathan Sheehan.
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Episode 99: Keep Your Hands and Feet Inside the Vehicle
After a cinematic weekend in Tuscaloosa, Tom Canterbury and Gray Robertson are back to discuss everything you need to know about Alabama, the SEC, and much more. Here's your trip around the bases:
At the Plate (0:00-34:01): Tom and Gray go over the mostly good and sparse meh and bad after a home series win over Oklahoma that had all the drama a softball fan could want. Then, the guys preview the Tide’s upcoming road series at Florida.
Advancing to First (34:10-50:35): Tom and Gray go over the SE...
Out of the Box: Off Topic on the Return Trip from College Station
It’s time for the another edition of the spin-off podcast series focused on the unfocused thoughts of hosts Gray Robertson and Tom Canterbury. This series is all about diving a little deeper on any possible topic that the guys might want to cover in-depth.
Here it is! After teasing it a few episodes ago, this episode is all about the story of Tom Canterbury and Gray Robertson's drive to Tuscaloosa from College Station, Texas!
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Episode 98: Mother is Serving Midseason Awards
After a trip to Louisiana, Tom Canterbury and Gray Robertson are back to discuss everything you need to know about Alabama, the SEC, and much more. Here's your trip around the bases:
At the Plate (0:00-29:24): Tom and Gray go over the good, meh, and bad from the midweek DH and then the road series at LSU. The guys talk about Lauren Johnson’s performance, the top of the order, and what’s coming this week, including the long-awaited home series against Oklahoma.
Advancing to First (29:32-52:16): Tom and Gray...
Episode 97: Moaning Dimes, Nosferatu Voice, and This One is Giving
After a week off due to some personal matters, Tom Canterbury and Gray Robertson return to discuss everything you need to know about Alabama, the SEC, and much more. Apologies for the longer pod—there’s a lot to catch up on after missing a show. Here's your trip around the bases:
At the Plate (0:00-37:03): Tom and Gray go over the good, meh, and bad from the midweek at North Alabama and a home series against Georgia. Then, the guys talk about pitching by committee, the new lineup, and what’s coming this week...
Episode 96: Batten Down the Hatches
With a massive week looming, Tom Canterbury and Gray Robertson are here to discuss everything you need to know about Alabama, the SEC, and much more. Here's your trip around the bases:
At the Plate (0:00-31:39): Tom and Gray go over the good, meh, and bad from a disappointing home performance against Mississippi State before diving into a few speeches about the choice that needs to be made. Then, the guys preview a high-stakes week against Florida State and Texas A&M.
Advancing to First (31:49-52:17): Tom and Gray...
Episode 95: The Chilliness Does Not Affect Me
With a home conference series approaching, Tom Canterbury and Gray Robertson are here to discuss everything you need to know about Alabama, the SEC, and much more. Here's your trip around the bases:
At the Plate (0:00-31:10): Tom and Gray go over the good, meh, and bad from an emotionally draining weekend at the Spring Break Showdown. Then, the guys get you ready for a midweek at South Alabama and Team 29’s first SEC series against Mississippi State.
Advancing to First (31:17-57:33): Tom and Gray go over the first SE...