Southern Illinoise University Athletics
Saluki Hall of Fame
Joe Wallis
- Induction:
- 2013
- Class:
- 1973
Joe Wallis (1971-1973) was the leading hitter on Southern's 1971 College World Series team, hitting an amazing .446, which is still the school's single-season record for batting average. The Salukis finished 43-9 that year, losing to USC in the finals. He ranks third in career batting average (.388), sixth in career triples (14) and sixth in career slugging percentage (.629). Wallis was named a First-Team All-American in 1973 and went on to play professionally for the Chicago Cubs (1975-78) and Oakland A's (1978-79).
Saluki Baseball Radio Broadcast - MVC Tournament vs #2 Indiana State Elimination Game (Audio Only)
Sunday, May 24
Saluki Radio Baseball Broadcast - MVC Tournament vs #3 Murray State Elimination Game (Auido Only)
Sunday, May 24
Saluki Radio Baseball Broadcast - MVC Tournament vs #5 UE Elimination Game (Audio Only)
Friday, May 22
Saluki Radio Baseball Broadcast - MVC Tournament vs #1 UIC (Audio Only Broadcast)
Friday, May 22
