The Southeastern Louisiana University softball team, two-time reigning Southland Conference champions, is set to conclude its regular season road schedule this weekend at Nicholls. The three-game series kicks off with a doubleheader on Friday at 4 p.m. and wraps up Saturday at noon, televised on ESPN+. Following a recent loss that snapped their 25-game winning streak, SLU (39-10, 20-1 SLC) needs to secure one win for a share of the regular season title or two for an outright championship. The Lions boast a .338 batting average, with key performers including Shelby Morris and Brilee Ford.

By the Numbers
  • SLU holds a .338 team batting average and has scored 51 runs from Shelby Morris this season.
  • The pitching staff has achieved a record 18 shutouts with a 1.61 team ERA.
State of Play
  • Southeastern holds a 25-game winning streak before a recent loss, positioning them for a title clinch.
  • Nicholls enters with a .297 team batting average, looking to upset SLU's championship hopes.
What's Next

Following the Nicholls series, SLU will host Alcorn State for their final nonconference regular season game on Tuesday, with plans for that game to also be shown on ESPN+.

Bottom Line

The Lions are poised to secure their first outright Southland Conference regular season championship, emphasizing the importance of winning at Nicholls this weekend.