Lamar University is gearing up to host New Orleans for a crucial three-game series starting April 25. The Cardinals currently sit just one game out of second place in the Southland Conference, while the Privateers enter the series riding an impressive eight-game winning streak. Both teams are looking to improve their standings with only three series left in the regular season.

By the Numbers
  • New Orleans has an overall record of 23-15 and a conference record of 10-11.
  • Lamar's Damian Ruiz boasts a 26-game hitting streak and leads the conference with 67 hits and 64 runs scored.
Yes, But

While the Cardinals are strong at home and have an impressive midweek record of 13-1, their recent performance against top-tier teams presents a challenge for maintaining momentum against the Privateers.

State of Play
  • Lamar has outscored opponents 150-73 in midweek games this season.
  • The Cardinals are ranked first in the Southland Conference in hits (465) and runs scored (359).
What's Next

Should Lamar continue their successful play, they could potentially secure a higher seed in the upcoming Southland Conference tournament, which could be pivotal for their postseason aspirations.

Bottom Line

This series against New Orleans serves as a critical opportunity for Lamar to solidify their position in the standings and leverage their home-field advantage in pursuit of a conference title.