Louisiana baseball kicks off its 30-game Sun Belt Conference schedule with a three-game series against rival South Alabama at M.L. Tigue Moore Field starting Friday. The Ragin' Cajuns, currently 13-4, are riding a 13-win streak in their last 15 games after a rocky start. They face a competitive South Alabama team with a 12-5 record, featuring strong hitting from their top players. All games are set to be streamed on ESPN+ and broadcast locally on KPEL-FM.

By the Numbers
  • Louisiana has won 13 of their last 15 games.
  • South Alabama leads the series historically, 71-60.
Yes, But

While Louisiana has momentum from several recent wins, South Alabama poses a significant challenge with a potent lineup that is hitting .291 and averaging 8.0 runs per game. Both teams' pitching strengths could heavily influence the outcome, as Louisiana's starters offer different profiles compared to South Alabama's yet-to-be-determined rotation.

State of Play
  • Louisiana's Colt Brown leads the team with a .361 average and eight doubles.
  • South Alabama's Brennon Wright is hitting .483 with nine RBIs and leads the Jaguars.
What's Next

Following this weekend's series, Louisiana will travel for four away games, including a matchup against Houston on March 18 and a series against Texas State starting March 20. Their performance in these games will be crucial for their standings in the conference.

Bottom Line

Louisiana's ability to continue its winning streak against a strong South Alabama team will set the tone for their Sun Belt Conference season. The Ragin' Cajuns must leverage their recent successes and consistent hitting to maintain momentum moving forward.