| Michael Simpson |
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Has a chance to move to the top of the HSU recorded books in several categories, including home runs, RBIS, runs scored and batting average. 2006: Was an All-ASC selection after hitting .351 with five home runs and 30 RBIs. Had 17 multi-hit games. One of best defensive outfielders in the country, with great range. 2005: Started in all 47 games for the Cowboys and had a .341 batting average, good enough for third on the team. Had 31 runs scored with 59 hits and 43 RBIs. Ranked third on the team with eight home runs and 11 doubles. Ranked second on the team with two triples. Led the team in stolen bases as he was 5-8 for the year. Had a five RBIs against Friends on March 8. Also recorded a four RBI, three hit, and two home run performance against Wayland Baptist on March 1st. Had four games with three RBIs and had 10 total multi-RBI games. Led the conference with five sacrifice flies. Seventh in total plate appearances with 197 and eighth in total-at-bats with 173. Was solid on defense with a .980 fielding percentage, 97 put-outs and three assists while playing center field. 2004: Was named first-team All-ASC West Division, ASC West Newcomer of the Year and was ASC Player of the Week after hitting .330 with six home runs and driving in 30 runs. Had seven hits and nine RBIs in a tripleheader at Howard Payne. Had two home runs and five RBIs in a game against Sul Ross State. Before HSU: Redshirted one season at Midland Junior College. High School: Was a standout athlete at Abilene Cooper High School. Personal: Son of Theresa Simpson. Accounting major. Born Oct. 30, 1983.