A Promising Return
Kyle Alivo, a third‑year sophomore from Franklin, Wisconsin, made his second appearance on the Hawk Fanatic radio show and podcast this Friday, drawing attention from listeners across the Midwest.
Alivo currently laces his cleats for the Hyannis Harbor Hawks in the Cape Cod League, where he has quickly established himself as a two‑way standout.
In his most recent outing he went 4‑for‑4 at the plate, capping the performance with a home run and earning the league’s Pitcher of the Week honor.
His dual‑role brilliance is reflected in a 3.48 earned‑run average over 17 appearances as a pitcher, during which he struck out 67 batters in 51 2/3 innings.
At the plate he has turned 28 chances into eight hits, including four doubles, and driven in seven runs, underscoring his offensive impact.
The sophomore was a semifinalist for the prestigious John Olerud Two‑Way Player of the Year Award last season, a testament to his all‑around contributions.
Coach Rick Heller now has a key piece to build around as Alivo has announced his intention to return to the University of Iowa for his sophomore year, a move that could reshape the Hawkeyes’ pitching rotation and batting lineup.
The buzz surrounding Alivo’s return is already echoing through Iowa City, where fans and analysts alike are eager to see how his refined skill set will translate to the Big Ten stage.