Softball Senior Salute: Xiomara Santiago
6/12/2020
A native of Cleveland, Ohio, Xiomara Santiago donned the Blue and Gray for four seasons. Although she saw limited action due to injuries throughout her career, Santiago played a crucial role in being a teammate.
Santiago graduated from the University of Memphis in May of 2020 with a degree in public relations. During her senior year, Santiago had the opportunity to serve and internship in the Memphis athletic communications office. She has elected to close the book on her college career and will now pursue a master's degree in her home state of Ohio.
Career Highlights
Ended Memphis career with appearances in 42 games with 17 starts ... hit .145 with nine hits including a double during the 2018 campaign ... was perfect in the field in 17 attempts ... had an on-base percentage of .274 ... drew 11 walks ... elected not to return for the 2021 season after the 2020 season was cut short due to the coronavirus ... plans to pursue her master's degree.
Our first senior we’re highlighting this week is @XiomaraAngeliz!
— Memphis Softball (@MemphisSoftball) April 27, 2020
Major: Public Relations
Favorite number: 2??6??
Color: Maroon
Food: ??
Plans after Memphis: Graduate school with a masters degree in communications ?? #PlayerProfiles #GoTigersGo pic.twitter.com/wjX0eWEIf9
It was a pleasure to coach Xio for the last four years. She was a person we went to in many scoring situations when the game was on the line and felt that she would step up for us. Xio was always someone her teammates could count on for support, encouragement and a smile. She has completed her degree and will be beginning her masters degree this fall. We wish her all the best as she continues her education and in all future endeavors! We will miss this Tiger!Head coach Natalie Poole
