Louisiana edged out No. 24 Coastal Carolina 5-4 in an elimination game at the Sun Belt Conference Championship, powered by a strong performance from Andrew Herrmann on the mound. The Ragin' Cajuns scored four runs in the third inning and secured the win despite a late push from the Chanticleers. Louisiana will advance to face Texas State in the tournament, needing to win to force a second game. Herrmann notched key strikeouts while pitching 5.0 innings, marking a notable season milestone. The contest took place in Troy due to weather-related adjustments in the tournament schedule.

By the Numbers
  • Andrew Herrmann struck out nine batters while allowing four hits in 5.0 innings pitched.
  • Louisiana improved to 16-6 in one-run games this season.
State of Play
  • Louisiana’s next game is against Texas State at 10 a.m. on Saturday.
  • The Ragin' Cajuns must win to force a second game against Texas State later that day at 1:30 p.m.
What's Next

If Louisiana defeats Texas State, they will play a decisive second game to determine the advancement in the tournament. The Ragin' Cajuns will aim to leverage their recent momentum to challenge the Bobcats effectively.

Bottom Line

Louisiana's strong pitching and ability to score early have positioned them favorably moving forward in the tournament, proving their resilience in crucial elimination situations.