AJ’s sister, Aaliyah Andrews—also known as "Air Liyah"—grabs the mic to share her inspiring journey into the world of softball. She discusses how she earned her iconic nickname, her experiences playing for the AUSL Blaze, and Team USA. Aaliyah also dives into building confidence, mastering different pitch types, and offers practical tips for pushing through mental slumps.

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Live from the ballpark, Dropping Diamonds with AJ Andrews, kicks off with an opening day special. AJ is joined by two legends, Olympic gold medalists Jennie Finch and Jessica Mendoza. They share their inspirations, career highlights, and the impactful moments that shaped their softball journeys. They also reflect on the evolution and future of professional women's softball, the significance of MLB's investment in AUSL, and their predictions of who would win the opening day game between the Talons and the Bandits.

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This week, AJ is joined by Megan Faraimo, a three-time All-American pitcher who plays for the AUSL Talons, Team USA, and internationally in Japan. The conversation touches on Megan's journey through professional softball and the mental resilience required to excel. Megan also shares insights into her pitching techniques, the importance of vision boards, the role of her cultural background, and the impact of her family on her perseverance and success.

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