Halsted was a two-time, first-team Helms Foundation All-American and was widely considered one of the greatest players of his generation. He was named National Player of the Year by Helms following his senior season. Halsted was a two-year captain of EIBL championship teams. According to College Hoopedia, Halsted averaged 11 points per game as a junior in 1913 and 13 points per game as a senior, leading the EIBL. He was a first-team all-league pick both seasons and captured all-New York State honors as well.