Nicholls State University softball team is set to face Southeastern in their home finale, starting with a doubleheader on April 17 at 4:00 p.m. The series encompasses three games, with all available for streaming on ESPN+. Currently, Nicholls holds a 26-18 record in conference play, while Southeastern boasts a 39-10 record, needing just one win to clinch at least a share of the Southland Conference title. The Colonels and Lions both won their recent midweek games, adding to the excitement of this pivotal matchup.

By the Numbers
  • Nicholls has a .297 team batting average, with Claire Sisco leading at .384 and 58 hits.
  • Southeastern ranks second in the Southland Conference with a .338 batting average and a team ERA of 1.61.
State of Play
  • Nicholls is in third place in the Southland standings, just 1 game behind UIW.
  • Southeastern needs only one win in this series to secure at least a share of the conference title and two wins for an outright victory.
What's Next

Following the series against Southeastern, Nicholls will conclude the regular season with a three-game series at Northwestern State starting on April 24.

Bottom Line

This final homestand against Southeastern is crucial for Nicholls, as it not only impacts their playoff position but could also shift the balance of conference dominance heading into the postseason.