Louisiana's Mihyia Davis and Texas State's Jessica Mullins are named the Sun Belt Conference Preseason Player and Pitcher of the Year. Louisiana claims the top spot in the 2024 Sun Belt Conference Softball Preseason Coaches Poll for the sixth consecutive year.

Why It Matters

Louisiana's dominant presence in the preseason poll showcases the team's continued strength and sets high expectations for the upcoming season. The performance of Mihyia Davis and Jessica Mullins underscores the individual talent within the conference, setting the stage for an exciting and competitive season.

By the Numbers
  • Louisiana claimed all 12 first-place votes in the preseason poll
  • Louisiana's Mihyia Davis led the nation with 52 stolen bases and had a .380 batting average in the previous season
  • Texas State's Jessica Mullins pitched 17 complete games with a 1.88 ERA and struck out 176 batters in the 2023 season
State of Play
  • Louisiana leads the conference as the preseason favorite for the sixth consecutive year
  • Six Louisiana players made the Preseason All-Sun Belt Team, reflecting the team's depth and talent
  • Sun Belt softball teams will commence play on Thursday, Feb. 8, with high anticipation for an exciting season
What's Next

With the preseason rankings set, the focus now shifts to the start of the season on February 8, where the teams will have the opportunity to prove themselves on the field.

Bottom Line

Louisiana's consistent dominance in the preseason poll and the individual accolades for Mihyia Davis and Jessica Mullins set the stage for an exciting and highly competitive Sun Belt Conference softball season.