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Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisiode 62 - An interview with Valentin IkonenIn this episode we look at the latest results and performances from the men's and women's Superpesis. Plus we have an interview with Tahko's Valentin Ikonen, which was recorded just before the regular season started.
2025-05-261h 21Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 61 - 2025 season previews part 3Join us as we finish our season previews. Plus, our first special guest of the season, Manse's pitcher, captain and reigning champion Venla Tanhua.
2025-05-121h 16Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 60 - 2025 season previews part 2The podcast is back after an extra week off. In this episode we talk about the latest news and continue our season previews. this week we look at: Vimpeli, Manse, Hamina and Alajärvi in the men's and: Kirittäret, Vaasa, Tahko and Joensuu in the women's
2025-04-221h 04Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 59 - 2025 Previews part 1In the first episode of the 2025 season we take a look at Talvisuper and the first part of our previews for the year ahead. In this episode we look at the men's: Joensuu, PattU, Kitee and Kempele. In the women's we look at: Pori, Roihu, Pöytyä and Jyske.
2025-03-311h 00Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 58 - 2024 Season FinaleIt is the season finale in our last episode of 2024. In this episode we have the latest news and our picks for our fantasy lineup for the men's and women's Superpesis this year, plus our annual award show!
2024-10-221h 39Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 57 - the finals 2024In this episode we take a look back at the final games of the season, as well as talking about the latest news around the league and beyond.
2024-10-031h 05Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 56 - the playoffs 2024Its playoff time in the Men's and Women's Superpesis. in this episode we look at each of the match-ups and series. Plus all the latest news and analysis as well as an interview with special guest Tony Jones, who was my co-commentator for the "English Game", hosted by Puna-Mustat. the game can be viewed on the club's YouTube:
https://youtu.be/BjcsmdI63Ys?si=O_tFx7kdm-8ckRK5
2024-08-231h 48Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 55 - the English gameAn exciting announcement as pesis is going international this month, with Puma-Mustat producing a game in English live on YouTube and Ruutu. Plus all the latest results and analysis as we reach a crucial stage in the season.
2024-07-301h 25Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 54 - mid-season reviewsIn this episode we take a look at the mid-season reviews and prediction models for the men's superpesis plus all the latest games and analysis in the men's and women's leagues.
2024-07-051h 08Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 53 - Return of the power rankingsAll the latest news and analysis from the men's and women's Superpesis, plus the return of the power rankings!
** Due to family illness and work issues, this episode was recorded on 10 June 2024 and not edited until 15 June 2024
2024-06-161h 17Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 52 - An exciting start to the seasonAll the latest news and analysis on the men's and women's superpesis.
2024-05-271h 05Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 51 - Season previews (part 4)We finally finish our previews in this episode with the men's teams: JymyJussit, Sotkamo and Vimpeli, and the women's teams: Tahko, Hamina and Fera. Plus we have our first special guest of the season, an interview with KPLs Patrik Wahlsten.
2024-05-101h 07Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 50 - Season previews (part 3)The podcast returns after a short break due to illness. but we celebrate our 50th show with the latest news and our previews for the men's teams: KPL, Manse and PattU, as well as the women's teams: Lapua, Kirittäret and JoMa.
2024-04-231h 04Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 49 - Season previews (part 2)In this episode we talk about our predictions for the Talvisuper semifinals and finals, plus we continue our season previews for the men's teams: Joensuu, Kempele and Kitee; and for the women's teams: Pori, Manse and Mailattaret
2024-03-261h 00Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 48 - Season previews (part 1)The podcast returns for its fifth season, looking at the latest news and sharing our views on the teams ahead of the regular season. In this episode we look at the Men's Superpesis teams: Alajärvi, Hamina, Tahko and IPV as well as the Women's teams SMJ, Roihuttaret and Pöytyä.
2024-03-121h 04Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 47 - Season finale 2023Another season is over! but before we head for the winter break, there is time for our final special guest of the season, Iivari Vihanto from Sotkamon Jymy. Plus we finish the year with our annual awards...
2023-10-171h 21Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 46 - the postseasonThe podcast returns after a short break to discuss the latest games in the men's and women's postseason.
2023-09-161h 09Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 45 - An interview with Arttu RuuskaThe regular season has almost ended and every team is fighting for each point still available. In this episode we look at the remaining games and top performers. Plus I am joined by special guest Arttu Ruuska from KPL - could this be Kopla's year despite all the challenges they have faced?
2023-08-101h 20Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 44 - new statistics and analysisThe podcast is back to its normal service in this episode, where we talk about the latest news and results, plus we take a look at a whole new way to analyse games, with new statistics categories.
2023-07-251h 17Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 43 - Baseball takeover!In this episode we talk baseball with Finnish born Baseball player Oona Ylinen, who pitched and earned the first ever win for the British Women's Baseball team. We discuss all things baseball, including the incredible London Series where MLB teams St Louis Cardinals and Chicago Cubs played at London Stadium.
If you want to know more about Oona and the baseball team's she plays for, please visit:
https://www.bellesbaseball.co.uk
https://www.essexredbacks.co.uk
2023-07-041h 11Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 42 - an interview with Perttu WestersundIn this episode I interview one of Superpesis' most exciting game managers, creating a new chapter in PattU's story - Perttu Westersund. Plus all the latest news and power rankings.
2023-06-201h 25Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 41 - Vikström and Huusko are on the moveIn this episode we look at the latest news, including Vikström and Huusko's contract news. Plus we review the latest games, including IPVs bizarre technical out against JoMa. We also take a look at the power rankings and top performers!
2023-06-051h 08Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 40 - 007 will return in ”From Tampere with love”In this episode we review all the latest games and consider the power rankings and top performers. Plus, is Toni Kohonen a spy? find out in our news section.
2023-05-231h 11Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 39 - 2023 previews part 4In this podcast we finish our previews for 2023 by looking at the men's and women's group D teams. For the men's teams we look at Sotkamo, Pattijoki and Kempele. For the women's teams we look at Kirittäret, Kempele and Joensuu. Plus we interview Ellinoora Ojala from Hamina's women's team to talk about success in 2022 and to share her thoughts on the 2023 season.
2023-05-091h 31Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 38 - 2023 previews part 3In this episode we preview the men's and women's group C teams: Joensuu, Kitee and IPV for the men's and Lapua, Maila Jussit and Mailattaret for the women's Superpesis. Plus we have our first interview of the season, with Nestori Yli-Sissala from Alajärvi sharing his thoughts on the team's incredible promotion story and their hopes for 2023.
2023-04-241h 26Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 37 - 2023 previews part 2In this episode we say goodbye to Halli SM and preview the men's teams: Vimpeli, Alajärvi, JymyJussit and Koskenkorva as well as the women's teams: Pesäkarhut, Fera and Tahko.
2023-04-111h 14Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 36 - 2023 previews part 1We are back after the winter break and preview the men's and women's Halli SM group A teams. In this podcast we preview the men's teams from, Manse PP, KPL, and Tahko, plus the women's teams from Manse PP, Roihuttaret and newly promoted Hamina.
2023-04-031h 07Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 35 - The 2022 award showIts the final episode of the season and to mark the end of the season there are 2 great interviews with key players from the season. Mari Mantsinen talks about Kirittäret's championship and how the team overcame challenges from the start of the year. Plus Tero Tyynelä talks about how JymyJussit's season changed from disaster to salvation. If that wasn't enough, we give out our awards for 2022 and talk about some of our favourite moments from this season.
2022-09-301h 18Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 34 - The finalsIts finals time! In this episode we talk about the final series for the men's and women's superpesis, as well as an interview with Vimpeli's Severi Lassila (recorded just before the finals started).
2022-09-1657 minSuperpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 33 - Semi final previewsIn this episode we look at the first round results from the men's and women's superpesis as well as share our thoughts on how the semi final results will go. Plus, the latest news and thoughts on Sami Partanen and Janne Kivipelto's retirement.
2022-09-021h 12Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 32 - Playoff previewsAs the regular season in the anniversary year has come to an end, so has the career of legendary player Toni Kohonen; but there are still plenty more games on the horizon. The playoffs are starting and we take a look at how we think they will play out.
2022-08-1959 minSuperpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 31 - Allegations of verbal abuseAll the latest news and performances from mens and womens Superpesis, including the verbal abuse allegations that may involve a high up member of KPL.
2022-08-051h 22Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 30 - Suomi Tour 2022, Pesis and CricketAll the latest news on Superpesis, including our thoughts on the viral social media clip of Teemu Nurmio's dive.
https://twitter.com/superpesis/status/1546532779046965250?s=20&t=zSxyYjZLrJ4BLTw7AQHNOA
Plus we talk about the recent Cricket tournaments in Finland that was live streamed and viewed across the world. What can pesis and cricket offer each other? can they make each other stronger?
2022-07-221h 14Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 29 - Life without a podcast outlineThere was no time for me to put together a podcast outline for this show. How did we manage to talk about Pesis and all the latest news…
2022-07-081h 01Superpesis Roundup PodcastPost game interviews - Hamina v Janakala 07.07.2022After the game I spoke to Hamina’s Linda Kemppainen and Niina Nukarinen in very windy conditions.
2022-07-0805 minSuperpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 28 - An interview with Juha KorhonenIn this episode I interview the legendary Juha Korhonen, fresh off the back of his historic 100th home run. Plus we discuss the developments for Itä v Länsi and all the latest news and performances for the Men's and Women's Superpesis.
2022-06-181h 21Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 27 - An interview with Venla TanhuaIn this podcast we talk about the men's and women's power rankings - which teams are performing well and who is struggling. Plus we analyse the latest news and games. If that wasn't enough, we interview Mailattäret’s pitcher (who was voted Pitcher of the Month for May) Venla Tanhua!
2022-06-031h 13Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 26 - Season previews part 4We finish our previews for this year with a look at Sotkamo, Kempele and Pattijoki. Plus we look at all the latest news, including the attitudes of players, game managers and fans towards umpires and game officials.
2022-05-2158 minSuperpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 25 - Season previews part 3More news and previews in the latest podcast, including previews for Joensuu, KPL, Kitee and IPV. Plus our first interview of the season, where we talk to Daniel Nyrhinen from Australia about the surprising world of pesis down under.
2022-05-071h 03Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 24 - Season previews part 2The podcast continues its season previews with Vimpeli, Koskenkorva and JymyJussit; plus all the latest news.
2022-04-151h 07Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 23 - Season previews part 1The podcast is back after the winter break to dive into the biggest stories of the offseason. We also look towards the season by reviewing Manse, Tahko and KaMa.
2022-04-011h 17Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 22 - End of season awardsIn our final podcast of the season we look back at our favourite moments of the season, as well as talking about the latest news and the last games of the men's and women's Superpesis finals. Plus, special guests Susanna Puisto and Katja Pasanen from the championship winning Pori team share their thoughts. Finally we end the show with our annual awards show, including the winners of the people's vote for Men's and Women's MVP!
2021-10-161h 15Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 21 -The FinalsIn this episode we talk about the finals and bronze series in the men's and women's Superpesis, as well as the qualification series. Plus we are joined by special guest and living legend Henri Puputti.
2021-09-241h 00Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 20 - the postseason 2021In this episode we talk about the teams who made the top 8 and those at the bottom hoping to stay in Superpesis next season. Plus we have interviews with Hamina's captain of the Men's team, Sasu Toikka and Niina Nukarinen of Hamina's women's team.
2021-09-091h 29Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 19 - Suomi Tour 2021In this episode I visit Finland and catch several live games, including Itä v Länsi. I also interview special guests Teea-Kaisa Vikiö and Salli Palola from Helsingen Roihuttaret and Maija Scamans from Cricket Finland.
2021-08-2042 minSuperpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 18 - Itä v Länsi specialIn this episode we take a look at all the latest news as well as the Itä v Länsi selections, with under a week to go before the big game. Plus, we are joined by our special guest, pitching plate umpire for the Allstar game - Jesse Mäkinen.
2021-08-021h 13Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 17 - An interview with Dominic Meier (Swiss national Pesis team)In this episode we interview our first special guest of the season - Dominic Meier from the Swiss National Pesis team, who took silver in the 2019 world cup and is an active member of the international pesis scene
2021-07-1629 minSuperpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 16 - Previews (and reviews) for 2021 (West)We finally reach our final destinations for our previews fro the 2021 season... well, it has become more of a "review" and predictions section now that we are a month into the season.
In this episode we look at Vimpeli, JymyJussit, Koskenkorva and Kankaanpää
2021-06-251h 17Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 15 - Previews for 2021 (North)The regular season is finally here and the sun is shining! In this episode we preview the teams in the north - Sotkamo, Pattijoki and Kempele, as well as coving the opening games of the season and all the latest developments in pesis.
2021-06-111h 07Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 14 - Previews for 2021 (East)In this episode we preview the teams in the east - Joensuu, Kitee, IPV and SiiPe. We also discuss the latest developments in pesis before taking a trip back to Coach's Corner where Mikko talks about how teams prepare for the season and train.
2021-05-281h 23Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 13 - Previews for 2021 (South)In this episode we announce a new development that sees the podcast open a new and exciting chapter.
The podcast looks at the latest news and developments in Pesis, before previewing the teams in the South as we look towards the coming season. This episode features KPL, Tahko, Hamina and the transformed and menacing looking Manse PP.
The podcast also takes a quick look at the East v West allstar game and poses some ideas to make the 2022 celebrations all the more tantalising
2021-05-121h 18Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 12 - Pesis and baseballIn this special 1 year anniversary episode we look at the possibilities of a tournament to replace Halli-SM next year, talk fantasy baseball and statistics in Pesis, and finish off with a new segment called “Coach’s corner” where Mikko explains basic batting tactics and things to look out for.
2021-04-211h 25Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 11 (March 2021) - New year and new teamsThe podcast returns in 2021 with a look at the new teams in the men's and women's Superpesis from Hamina and Helsinki. Plus we look at Manse PP's allstar signings, ePesis and take a look at the Supercup.
2021-03-081h 11Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 10 (September 2020) - The championshipIn the final podcast of the season we look at the final games of the regular season and who made the top 8 before taking an in depth look at the post season games... But that's not all! the podcast ends with this year's award show, where the podcasters take a look at who the best players and moments were in 2020.
2020-10-021h 29Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 9 (August 2020) - Going internationalIn this month's podcast we are joined by Juha "Upi" Antikainen, former player, coach and champion of pesis on the world stage. We talk about how pesis is booming in Asia and what the future holds for making pesis an international sport.
Plus we take a look at the men's Superpesis results throughout August and reveal our players of the month.
2020-08-301h 16Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 8 (July 2020) -The pitcher (Lukkari)In this month's podcast we are joined by special guest, former Lukkari, blogger and podcaster on all things tactical Perttu Hautala.
Perttu gives us some insight on the role of the pitcher - it is so much more than throwing a ball straight in the air! Plus we look at the first month of results and consider who is meeting or beating expectations and who is struggling.
Plus - find out who our players of month are
2020-07-291h 09Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 7 - an interview with Kimmo Carlson of Manse PPIn this bonus episode I talk to Manse PP infielder and regular number 3 batter Kimmo Carlson about his background in the sport, what its like playing for Superpesis' newest team and how the season has progressed so far.
2020-07-1430 minSuperpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 6 (June 2020) - Off-season signingsIn this episode of the podcast we are joined by special guest Antti Haapasalo, content creator for Superpesis. We look at the growth of the game and social media as well as the new signings for teams during the off season. To finish off we roundup all the latest news and consider what the changes to the format for 2020 will mean for players and teams.
Full analysis of the teams signings can be found on the Superpesis Roundup blog:
https://superpesisroundup.blogspot.com/2020/06/player-signings-part-1.html
https://superpesisroundup.blogspot.com/2020/06/player-signings-part-2.html
2020-06-291h 14Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 5 - an interview with Andrew Armitage, Chairman of Cricket FinlandIn this episode I interview a special guest, Andrew Armitage - the Chairman of Cricket Finland. This episode looks at who Cricket Finland are, the SM-Viiko cricket match against players from the current Superpesis champions, Joensuun Maila as well as debunking some misconceptions about the game of cricket.
To learn more about Cricket Finland visit:
https://www.cricketfinland.com/
2020-06-191h 02Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 4 (May 2020) - Who to supportIn this episode we look at which team you should support and the kind of things we look for when making that decision. We also take a guess at who will win the championship in 2020 and make other predictions, topped off with all the latest news and developments in Superpesis.
To learn more about the teams, check out the blog posts that correspond with this episode:
https://superpesisroundup.blogspot.com/2020/04/who-should-you-support.html
https://superpesisroundup.blogspot.com/2020/04/who-should-you-support-part-2.html
https://superpesisroundup.blogspot.com/2020/04/who-should-you-support-part-3.html
https://superpesisroundup.blogspot.com/2020/05/who-should-you-support-part-4...
2020-05-241h 05Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 3 - an interview with Juha LeskinenAn interview with the newly appointed content creator for SiiPe, who shares his experience of the club and exciting new content coming soon!
2020-05-1426 minSuperpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 2 - the rules of pesäpalloA look at the game in more depth, including what equipment you need to play. The podcast also looks in depth at the rules and how the roles of players in pesis compare to other bat and ball games like cricket and baseball.
2020-04-231h 20Superpesis Roundup PodcastEpisode 1 (April 2020) - An intro to PesisWelcome to the first ever podcast about Pesäpallo in English. Pesäpallo (also known as Pesis) is Finland’s national sport; a bat and ball game like baseball.
In this show we meet the podcasters and talk about how we became Pesäpallo fans. This episode also looks briefly at what Pesäpallo is and covers the latest news in Superpesis.
2020-04-1259 min