Former Oklahoma slugger Jocelyn Alo has signed on with Athletes Unlimited and will compete in the AU Pro Softball AUX this June.
The NCAA record holder in career home runs (122), total bases (761), and slugging percentage (.987), Alo was originally drafted by the league in 2022 but opted instead to join the newly debuted Women’s Professional Fastpitch.
Alo currently plays for independent pro softball team Oklahoma City Spark, with team owner Tina Floyd reportedly on board with her recent AUX signing. AUX games are scheduled for June 10-25, while the Spark’s season will kick off June 19th. Alo will play for both.
Among those joining Alo on the AUX roster are former James Madison ace pitcher Odicci Alexander and former Wichita State standout middle infielder Sydney McKinney.
According to Alo, the decision to play in the Athletes Unlimited league was fueled by her desire to propel women’s sports forward as well as provide more exposure to a sport that’s given her “so many opportunities.”
“Not only to challenge myself more, but just for the growth of the game,” Alo said, explaining her reasoning to The Oklahoman. “I genuinely believe that professional softball can be a career for girls.”
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