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Published On: May 1st, 2024

MANKATO, MN – It’s quite the exciting week as the team signs another key player. Sailor Hall is a sophomore from Kirkwood Community College looking to bring her talents and winning attitude to the Habaneros lineup. Coming off recent back-to-back ICCAC Championships, Hall can bring that winning mentality to the team.

Her pitching stats throughout her two years at Kirkwood have been quite impressive. She has posted a notable 2.90 ERA with 152 strikeouts during 50 appearances, demonstrating her dominance on the mound. Behind the plate, she has been just as impressive. With a total of 305 at-bats, Hall has 79 runs, 27 doubles, and 19 home runs. Over the course of those games, she has maintained a batting average of .380, a slugging percentage of .669, and an on-base percentage of .407. Defensively, Hall has 66 putouts, 78 assists, and a .960 fielding percentage.

With such an impressive combination of pitching skills, batting power, and defensive proficiency, Sailor Hall is set to make a significant impact on the Habaneros’ lineup this season. Her proven record of success, both on the mound and at the plate, speaks volumes about her versatility and competitive spirit. As the team continues to build a championship-caliber roster, Hall’s skills and winning mindset will undoubtedly play a pivotal role in the team’s inaugural season. Fans are eagerly anticipating her and the team’s debut, knowing that she has the potential to be a game-changer for the Habaneros.

 

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