Drexel University Athletics
Janet E. and Barry C. Burkholder Athletics Hall of Fame
- Induction:
- 1997
- Class:
- 1987
James J. Browne, a 1985 graduate, was a standout first basemen with Drexel baseball from 1982-85. He set the single-season records for hits (57), doubles (22), home runs (eight), total bases (107), RBI (42), walks (33), slugging percentage (.991) and batting average (.528) upon graduation. In 1985, Browne was the 1985 NCAA batting champion, led the country in doubles per game and slugging percentage, and was ranked second nationally in RBI per game. He was also ranked nationally in the top 10 in hits and home runs per game.
A four-year letterwinner and two-time team co-captain, he was selected All-East twice and named was an All-East Coast Conference pick. He was an ECAC All-Star and team MVP in 1985. A 1987 Drexel University Athletic Achievement Award Winner, Brown had a career .351 average with 108 hits and 80 RBI. He was drafted and signed with the Texas Rangers in 1985 and played for two seasons before retiring due to a shoulder injury.
