The Tigers are gearing up for their first game of the College World Series versus Arkansas tomorrow night. Widely considered the two best teams in the field, the loser will be at a major disadvantage as they have to battle back from the losers’ bracket and win four games in four days to make the championship series. Coach Jay Johnson says his team is ready.
ESPN college baseball analyst Kyle Peterson seconded Johnson’s confidence.
First pitch is set for 6:00
It’s a special Father’s Day weekend for West Monroe’s Bill Pearson who will have the chance to watch his two sons Josh and John suit up for the Tigers. Senior outfielder Josh Pearson already has a ring with LSU and has become a fan favorite in Baton Rouge, but freshman slugger John hasn’t seen much playing time behind first baseman Jared Jones. Both LSU coach Jay Johnson and Bill Pearson praised John’s patience.
Southeastern Louisiana pitcher Brennan Stuprich was named the Southland Conference Baseball Student-Athlete of the Year. He is joined by teammates Ryan Brome and TJ Salvaggio on the conference’s All-Academic first team.
Calvary Baptist pitcher Kynzee Anderson was named Louisiana’s Miss Softball by the Louisiana Sports Writers Association. The junior Georgia commit posted a 24-and-1 record with a 1.26 ERA and 245 strikeouts in just 145 innings. Anderson also hit. 466 with 14 homers and 45 RBI.