Fayetteville, Ark. – – Courtney Diffel, head coach of the University of Arkansas, has announced a contract with Siley Halberson on the 2023 roster. Selected as the 2021 Summit League Player of the Year, Halberson has joined Duke’s infielder / utility player Christina Foreman as the latest razorback.
“We are excited to add Siley to our program,” Daifel said. “She is a dynamic bat and leader and will be a big addition to our program. We have the privilege of playing against Siley at Bogle Park and from our experience she is us. I can say that my fans are very busy running dogs. “
Infielder / utility players arrive at the program with a two-year qualification from South Dakota. Products from Sioux Falls, South Dakota led Jack Rabbit to the Summit Regular Season and Tournament Championships in a row from 2021 to 22. Halberson recorded 126 starts in 127 career games and has scored .342 with 40 home runs, 124 RBIs, 139 RBIs and 87 runs since 2020.
Postseason savvy Halverson has participated in two consecutive NCAA tournaments, including the Fayetteville Regional in 2021 at Bogle Park.
“Since I first played in Fayetteville in 2020, I’ve always known that Arkansas is a special place,” Halberson said. “From people to facilities, Arkansas is a place for champions. I am surrounded by wonderful people who challenge and push to maximize my potential every day, both inside and outside the field. You will be in the environment you are in. “
As a sophomore in 2022, Halberson spliced another illustrious season, hitting .311 and leading Jack Rabbit with 20 home runs. Halverson also increased his pace with 46 RBIs, 121 RBIs and a slugging percentage (.684), ranking second in RBIs (55) and goals (41). In addition, Slugger led the meeting at home runs and bases. Halberson also gathered the distinction between her second consecutive All Summit League First Team.
Having won the Summit League Player of the Year and NFCA All Region Second Team honors in 2021, Halberson celebrated a huge season on the plate. In 51 games, Halberson scored .352 with 33 runs, with 19 home runs, 59 RBIs, 58 RBIs, an on-base percentage of .770 and an on-base percentage of .419. Halberson scored at least one hit in 38 of 51 games, ending the season with six consecutive hits, including knocks on all three of the NCAA Fayetteville Regional Games in South Dakota.
“Coaching staff have made Arkansas stand out. They foster and encourage a culture that prioritizes relationships and personal connections,” Halberson said. “I am grateful for the opportunity to play with many talented teammates, guided by an amazing staff. As an increasing program, I am ready to participate in national championships and compete with my team. I am. “
Career praise
2022 All Summit League First Team
2021 Summit League Player of the Year
2021 All Summit League First Team
2021 NFCA Regional 2nd Team
