Even with five seniors playing their final home game at LSU, the Tiger soccer team has bigger concerns than Senior Night ceremonies — Southeastern Conference championship aspirations.
LSU (11-5-1, 6-2 SEC) hosts a streaking South Carolina (12-5, 6-2) squad tonight at the LSU Soccer Stadium in a showdown between two of the league’s four leaders.
Despite the potential emotional distractions of senior farewells, LSU coach Brian Lee said he is not concerned about the team’s focus.
“I appreciate what those players have done for this program,” Lee said. “And they’re driven individuals, so I really don’t think they’ll have trouble staying in the moment because a successful season is in the balance. They’ll be fine once the game