The Alabama Crimson Tide softball program lost one of its best players several weeks ago to the transfer portal. On Saturday, Kenleigh Cahalan announced that she was transferring to the Florida Gators.
Cahalan was a key piece of Alabama’s roster over the last two seasons. The native of Trussville, Alabama made 67 starts as a true freshman. Most of those starts were at shortstop. She amassed a .284 batting average to go along with seven home runs and 31 runs batted in.
As a sophomore, Cahalan made 59 starts for the Crimson Tide. She was an intricate piece of an Alabama roster that made it to Oklahoma City for the Women’s College World Series. Cahalan held a .296 batting average with two home runs and 30 runs batted in as a sophomore.
There is no denying the fact that Cahalan’s absence will be one that will loom large in Tuscaloosa. She will be difficult to replace as a hitter and fielder. Plus, she has two years of eligibility remaining. Alabama will likely have to face Cahalan and the Gators in the future, which will make for an intriguing matchup.
Next two! Go Gators! 🐊🌻 pic.twitter.com/kLgqlghF6g
— Kenleigh Cahalan (@CahalanKenleigh) June 23, 2024
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