Head Memphis Tiger softball coach Stephanie VanBrakle Prothro has added Ally Callahan to her 2024 roster.
Callahan, a 5’8″ catcher out of Hernando, comes to Memphis after a successful year at the University of Central Arkansas where she recorded a .500 batting average, a .500 slugging percentage and an on base percentage of .500.
“I am excited to be adding Ally to our team. She is a local athlete who is looking forward to playing close to home.” VanBrakle Prothro shared. “She is athletic and versatile behind the plate and has a strong arm. I am looking forward to seeing what she does at Memphis.”
Callahan contributed to the Bears 45-12 season, winning the ASUN Conference championship sporting a 22-2 record against ASUN opponents and appeared in the 2023 NCAA Regionals in Tuscaloosa.
“I am so excited to become a Memphis Tiger!” Callahan remarked. “I’m looking forward to the upcoming season and cannot wait to compete with this amazing group of girls.”
Bob Bakken provides content for DeSoto County News and its social media channels. He is an award-winning broadcaster, along with being a reporter and photographer, and has done sports media relations work with junior and minor league hockey teams. Along with his reports on this website, you will find this veteran media member providing sports updates and high school football play-by-play on Rebel 95.3 FM Radio.
