Southeastern Louisiana University and UTRGV, the defending Southland Conference champions, are set to face off in a highly anticipated series at UTRGV Baseball Stadium in Edinburg, Texas. The series opener on April 17 will be the first regular-season Southland baseball game to air on national television, kicking off at 6:30 p.m. on ESPNU. After experiencing a recent win streak, Southeastern recognizes its importance in maintaining momentum within the conference. UTRGV aims to recover from a rough patch as both teams look to solidify their standings. The remaining games on Saturday and Sunday will be available on ESPN+.

By the Numbers
  • Southeastern Louisiana currently holds a 23-15 record with a 12-6 conference mark.
  • UTRGV has a 16-20 record and is 10-11 in the conference.
State of Play
  • Southeastern has won 10 of its last 13 games but recently lost to Tulane.
  • UTRGV has won two consecutive games after a stretch where they lost nine of ten.
What's Next

Following the series against UTRGV, Southeastern will host Alcorn State on April 20 for a non-conference matchup, kicking off a four-game homestand.

Bottom Line

This weekend's matchup is crucial for both teams as they seek to build momentum in the conference. Fans are encouraged to watch, listen, and support as they battle it out for positioning in the Southland standings.