In 1997, Auburn softball competed in its inaugural season. Throughout the 2022 campaign, we are celebrating the many faces, moments and victories that have shaped our program over the last 25 years.
As part of our 25 Years of Auburn Softball celebration, we're checking in with alumni from every era of the program to share their memories of being a Tiger.
Stepping to the plate is West Monroe, Louisiana native, Deni Zeigler (2000-03). Zeigler started over 230 career games for the Tigers and was a threat at the plate with over 160 career hits, including 38 doubles and 16 home runs.
Q: Why did you decide to continue your softball career at Auburn?
Zeigler: There was no comparison in the education, program and future facilities Auburn provided.
Q: What is your favorite on-field memory?
Zeigler: It was a three-game series at home against Alabama – we swept them!
Q: What do you consider your biggest accomplishment during your collegiate career – on or off the field?
Zeigler: Making the lifelong friendships.
Q: Looking back at your career, what is one word you'd use to describe it?
Zeigler: Blessed.
Q: What was your favorite uniform combo?
Zeigler: Orange jersey with grey pants.
Q: What advice would you give to current/future Auburn softball student-athletes?
Zeigler: Life goes on after Auburn softball. Make the best of every second of every day. Work hard in everything that you do and realize that God has blessed you with this opportunity!
Q: If you can give a message to the Auburn Family, what would it be?
Zeigler: Thank you for the continued support and always being there for Auburn softball.
Q: What degree did you earn? What is your current career path?
Zeigler: I earned my degree in business administration. I have been a payroll manager with a large company since 2007.