Hoots Sign Sophomore Outfielder Beatty for 2023 Prospect League Season

The Springfield-native is committed to UMSL following his ‘23 NJCAA season

O’FALLON, Mo. – The O’Fallon Hoots, proud members of the Prospect League, announced the signing of outfielder Zach Beatty for the 2023 summer season. Beatty comes to O’Fallon as a sophomore from North Arkansas College (Northark). 

The 5-foot-9, 185-pound outfielder attended Glendale High School in Springfield, Missouri. The sophomore is in his second season with the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Northark Pioneers. The Springfield, Missouri-native played in 35 games his freshman season, posting a .387 AVG, .486 OBP, and .527 SLG in 93 at-bats, with zero errors in the field. This season, Beatty has put up a .220 AVG, 10 runs, and six stolen bases in his 41 at-bats and 17 games played so far for the Pioneers. The sophomore has committed to play for the University of Missouri-St. Louis (UMSL) Tritons following his graduation from Northark. 

The Hoots 2023 summer schedule is available now. Single game tickets and promotional announcements will come at a later date. For up-to-the-minute information about the Hoots, visit ofallonhoots.com or follow the team on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

About the O’Fallon Hoots

The O’Fallon Hoots began play in O’Fallon, Missouri in May 2020 after relocating from Hannibal, Missouri following the 2019 season. The Hoots provide fun and affordable things to do in the O’Fallon and St. Charles County areas.  For tickets, merchandise, or any team information, visit ofallonhoots.com.