Miku Kurihara and Carson Glenn from Louisiana have received preseason accolades for the Sun Belt Conference, with Kurihara honored as the Preseason Midfielder of the Year. The Ragin' Cajuns are starting their season on August 13 against Southeastern Louisiana, following a seventh-place prediction in the preseason poll conducted by the conference's 14 head coaches. Kurihara excelled last season, ranking high in goals and points during conference play, while Glenn also had a standout season as a freshman. Preseason favorites James Madison leads with three All-Conference selections and top polling points.

By the Numbers
  • Miku Kurihara scored seven goals and provided two assists last season, ranking second in SBC for both goals (6) and points (14) during league play.
  • Carson Glenn led Louisiana with 17 points and tallied five goals during SBC matches, tying her for third in the league.
Yes, But

Despite the accolades for Kurihara and Glenn, Louisiana was still projected to finish seventh in the preseason poll, suggesting concerns around overall team performance compared to top competitors.

State of Play
  • Louisiana opens the season on August 13, positioning them to quickly set the tone for their campaign.
  • James Madison is favored to top the conference, indicating a competitive landscape for the Ragin' Cajuns.
What's Next

Fans and followers are encouraged to stay engaged as Louisiana aims to improve its standings throughout the season, showcasing the talents of Kurihara and Glenn in upcoming matches.

Bottom Line

While Louisiana's individual players shine with notable preseason honors, the team's projected seventh-place finish indicates a need for improvement and cohesion as they look to challenge the league's top competitors.