The Louisiana Volleyball team will face LSU in a preseason exhibition match on Saturday, August 22, at the PMAC in Baton Rouge, starting at 1:00 p.m. This exhibition marks the final preparation before Louisiana's 50th-anniversary season begins the weekend of August 29-30 at the Texas State Invitational. Head coach Kristi Gray aims to fine-tune her roster, which has 14 returning players led by Marlee Ervin, Grace Sweeney, and setter duo Ryleigh Garis and Nene Hawkins. LSU enters the match after a challenging season, finishing with a 13-14 record and featuring standout Jurnee Robinson, who is expected to pose a significant challenge for the Ragin' Cajuns.

By the Numbers
  • Louisiana's preseason record was 15-11, with a conference record of 7-9 last season.
  • Marlee Ervin led the Vermilion and White Scrimmage with nine kills.
State of Play
  • The match against LSU is the second exhibition for Louisiana this preseason.
  • The Ragin' Cajuns are coming off a successful scrimmage where they showcased a balanced offense.
What's Next

After the exhibition, Louisiana will officially kick off its 50th season at the Texas State Invitational, facing Oklahoma and Texas State. Following that, the Ragin' Cajuns will have their home opener against McNeese on September 1.

Bottom Line

The upcoming exhibition against LSU is crucial for the Ragin' Cajuns to build momentum and refine their strategies ahead of a milestone season. Fans should stay engaged as the program continues to break attendance records and enhance its competitive edge.