Newcomer Spotlight: Daigle Wilson

AUBURN, Ala. - As the Malveaux era enters its second season on the Plains, a bevy of newcomers will wear the Orange and Blue at Jane B. Moore Field for the first time. Throughout the fall, we’ll introduce the 13 fresh faces joining the program.

A true freshman from Orange Beach, Daigle Wilson was a standout at Orange Beach High School. The utility athlete was a nationally ranked recuit by numerous outlets and earned five softball state championships and four Alabama All-State selections. She ranked in the top five in the state in three seprate seasons for stolen bases and was a two-time national champion with the Birmingham Thunderbolts. 

Q: How old were you when you started playing softball? 

Wilson: I started playing when I was five. Some of my earliest memories include always going to the fields with my dad after school.

Q: Who has influenced your softball career the most?

Wilson: I would say both of my parents. My parents always encouraged me to be my best, and they always pushed me in a successful way but also in a positive way. They were very encouraging and motivating.

Q: Why did you decide to continue your softball journey at Auburn? 

Wilson: I love Auburn, just the people and the place that it is. I really wanted to stay in-state, and I wanted to play for the SEC. I have family that lives in Auburn. My mom went to Auburn. The people and the atmosphere ... I love it.

Alabama native @daiglewilson is the latest newcomer to step into the spotlight 😎

Did you know she is also a pretty legit bowler 🎳

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Q: How have your teammates helped you adjust since arriving?

Wilson: My teammates they have helped me feel at home. Being a freshman coming into a new place and a new environment, they've really made me feel at home and just welcomed me.

Q: What is your major? What is your plan for after your playing career?

Wilson: I’m majoring in apparel merchandising. I want to do something in the fashion industry and potentially start my own business.

Q: What is one word to describe yourself on the field and one word to describe yourself off the field?

Wilson: On the field, I would say positive. Off the field, I would say fun.

Q: If you could have any superpower, what would it be?

Wilson: Probably to read people’s minds.

Q: If you could only eat one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be?

Wilson: Probably chicken tenders. I really like Cane's.

Q: Do you have a hidden talent?

Wilson: My hidden talent would probably be bowling.

Q: What is your jersey number? Does it have a special meaning?

Wilson: My jersey number is No. 4. It really doesn’t have a meaning. I picked four when I was younger and have stuck with it.

Q: Do you have any pregame rituals or superstitions?

Wilson: My superstition is that we always did a team prayer, and I always led our prayer before every single game. It was kind of my thing.

Q: If you were stranded on an island, what teammates would you want with you?

Wilson: Definitely Kylie (Shaw) and probably Alyssa (Hastings).

Q: Is there any athlete that you try to model your game after?

Wilson: I try to model my game after Amanda Lorenz. She was such a positive, fun and encouraging leader on the field. She always stood out to me.

Q: What is your biggest pet peeve?

Wilson: My biggest pet peeve is when people’s ears stick out of their visors.

Q: What was your dream job as a kid?

Wilson: I think my dream job as a kid was to be a physical therapist.

Q: What is a book you’ve recently read for fun?

Wilson: The most recent book I read was called Ready as You Are. I don’t remember who wrote it. It was a really good book.

Q: Is there a message that you have for the Auburn family?

Wilson: I’m super excited to be in Auburn and to be with Chris and Kate (Malveaux), the Auburn Family and community. I’m excited to be part of this environment.