Long before everyone knew Kalen DeBoer, the football coach, his daughter Alexis was the one grabbing attention—on the softball field. When he was the OC at Southern Illinois, she was already knocking it out of the park as a six-year-old in Illinois. Then they both had their Washington State chapter. Now, Kalen’s dealing with the Alabama pressure cooker after a not-so-smooth 9-4 start. Meanwhile, Alexis is doing her own thing, sticking with her Huskies softball squad. She just finished an awesome freshman year, proving the DeBoer talent runs deeper than just football. You just know Kalen DeBoer has to be bursting with pride watching her.

On the May 17th episode of The Next Round, Kalen DeBoer had a perfect chance to show off his pride—and this time it wasn’t about football but his daughter Alexis making waves with the Washington softball team. DeBoer couldn’t help but beam. “I’m really proud of her,” he said with a big grin. “She making a name for herself. Just really believe that she had it in her, and probably happened a little quicker than I even thought….She takes care of business in all ways, in the classroom and all that kind of stuff. So I’m a proud dad.”

Last week, Alexis DeBoer made history as the B1G Freshman of the Year—the first Huskies player to snag the honor since 2016. She also earned spots on the All-Big Ten First Team and All-Freshman Team, carving her own legacy. Alexis is now the 7th Husky ever to hit 20+ home runs—and the 1st since Baylee Klingler crushed 24 in 2022. Amidst all this, Alexis teared up celebrating a teammate’s unforgettable moment.

On May 19th, Alycia Flores shared a heartfelt IG post with a series of photos, writing, “Where do I begin. It has been one hell of a ride these last couple of years. After finishing my senior season last year I knew I wanted more for myself and with a lot of prayer I was able to continue my career as a Husky and play for the best program with the best coaches and teammates💜.”

In her final collegiate game, fifth-year right fielder Alycia Flores put on a show—going 3 for 4 with five RBIs, including a clutch grand slam in the fourth inning that put Washington ahead 4-3. Now, her college softball journey has come to an end. So, Flores shared a heartfelt goodbye on IG, writing, “I love you all forever! Thank you Husky Nation for all the love and support this season and another big thank you to the best coaching staff for really taking care of me. As we all end up saying one day, as one chapter closes, the next one begins! I will ALWAYS be a Husky! #27 out! GO DAWGS!!! 💜” The emotion didn’t stop there—Kalen DeBoer’s daughter Alexis reshared the post on her IG story, simply writing, “Flo 🥹🥹,” showing just how deep the bond runs.

Just like Alexis DeBoer, Alycia Flores shares a deep-rooted love for softball—and a special bond with her dad. In a heartfelt Thanksgiving post, Alycia reflected, “I remember as a little girl my dad used to missiles at me and I was just trying to dodge them and I would cry if I got hit, that is when I knew I was destined for softball lol.” That fire clearly never faded. Now, with Kalen DeBoer’s daughter Alexis also making waves on the field, it’s clear both athletes were shaped by grit, heart, and a little fatherly toughness. Their stats—and their stories—say it all.

Kalen DeBoer’s daughter’s stats speak for themselves

The Washington Huskies wrapped up their season at 34-17, heading into the NCAA Regionals with momentum on their side. Well, at first base, Alexis DeBoer posted a jaw-dropping .369 batting average, a .458 on-base percentage, and a staggering 1.304 OPS. On top of that, DeBoer crushed 20 home runs, racked up 54 RBIs, and even swiped four bags. Honestly, as a freshman putting up veteran numbers, Alexis is quickly becoming a name to watch.

Interestingly, before taking the reins at Bama, Kalen DeBoer made waves in Seattle. He led the Washington Huskies football team for 2 standout seasons starting in 2022, following a rapid rise from Fresno State to the national spotlight. Meanwhile, his daughter Alexis was building a star-studded resume of her own.

Ranked No. 11 nationally by Extra Innings Softball in 2024, the Bellevue High School standout was a first-team All-State selection and a PGF All-American. Simply put, two DeBoers, two different fields, but one powerhouse family.

So, it was clear Alexis was set for NIL success, and she landed a major deal with the $14.5 billion sportswear giant, Adidas. Naturally, she made a big announcement on Instagram, showing off a stylish light blue and brown sneaker combo. Her caption read, “Fling into spring with me! Shop the link in myo! 🩵🌸 @adidas.” While her dad’s chasing a title with Bama, Alexis is powering the Huskies towards their own big goals. A proud father and a rising star daughter—both chasing greatness.