1999 Female Player: Sheila Eversole

Sheila Eversole

Sheila Eversole played softball for 20 years, of which ten were spent playing USSSA. She was respected for both her offense and her defense, making her one of the most sought-after softball players in the Rockford area.

She participated in ten USSSA World or Divisional Tournaments. Three times, she was named to USSSA All-Tournament teams and twice as MVP.

She was a strong pull hitter with a career batting average of over .600 and the capability to hit either the base hit or home run. With her great speed on the base paths, her teammates loved batting behind her knowing she would be able to score on a base hit.

She was an all-around athlete who excelled in all sports at Harlem High School and Rock Valley College.

Sheila’s teams include: Town Hall, Prairie Moon Saloon, Three Hammer and Blackhawk Athletic Club.