ABS In Hoover: Is College Baseball Ready? [D1 Daily]

On this episode of D1 Daily, Burkie and Roons react to news that the SEC will use the ABS challenge system for balls and strikes at the SEC Tournament in Hoover . They discuss the specific rules (three total team challenges that are retained if successful) and whether it will affect umpire strike zones, pace of play, and fan entertainment. They debate how coaches and players should handle challenges without emotion, including examples from MLB and the idea of trusting certain players more than others. They also argue for adopting MLB-style rules in college—such as pickoff limits, a three-batter minimum, pitch clocks, and the ghost runner—to improve pace, development, and viewer experience. 00:00 Welcome Back! 01:49 SEC Tournament Goes ABS 03:39 Rules and First Reactions 04:23 Impact on Umpires and Pace 09:11 Challenge Strategy and Emotions 22:24 MLB Trends and NCAA Feasibility 25:17 More Rule Changes for Pace 31:41 Wrap Up For athletes and sports programs of all levels, AstroTurf has managed the entirety of the synthetic turf manufacturing process for decades. By focusing on quality, safety, and performance, AstroTurf continues to provide customized surfacing solutions for baseball and softball programs across the professional and collegiate ranks, including being the Official Synthetic Turf of MLB®. For more information, please visit Kerriston Coffee is proud to be the official coffee of D1Baseball. With over 30 years in the business, this family-owned roastery delivers fresh, small-batch coffee made for college baseball fans, coaches, and everyone in between. Kerriston Coffee ships nationwide, and as a listener to The D1Baseball Podcast, you can use code D1 at to receive 15% off your first order!

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This episode was published on May 6, 2026.

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