In terms of revenue, LSU Soccer is considered one of the lowest-earning sports offered at the university.

Looking at the soccer landscape in the entire SEC, LSU came into this season ranked second lowest in earnings from this sport.

According to the website CollegeRaptor, LSU Soccer generates approximately $130,000 in revenue. This number puts them ahead of the University of Florida, whose soccer program only earns around $60,000 in revenue.

And you may be thinking to yourself. Why?

From the perspective of LSU freshman Mya Cash, who attended her first LSU soccer game when the Tigers faced the Ole Miss Rebels on September 22, the answer to this question is simple.

“Usually, we’re known for our football… gymnastics, and basketball,” Cash said. “I’m really not from the area, but I just have never heard of the South being popular for soccer.”

For the most part, the state of Louisiana is not known for producing soccer talent.

Additionally, Cash mentioned that the university emphasizes recruiting efforts toward the firm construction of more prominent programs, such as football, women’s basketball, and baseball, that bring in millions of dollars in revenue.

With this in mind, increasing attendance numbers for LSU Soccer might seem like a daunting task. However, Cash makes a rather interesting point about how to more effectively advertise this sport to the university’s student body.

“Usually, the football games are posted on the screens in our school’s hallways… they could do that for the soccer games,” Cash said. “I haven’t seen any advertisements about [the Ole Miss game]. I knew about this because my roommate is really interested in soccer.”

The atmosphere at the LSU Soccer stadium is described as being thrilling, intimate, and close-knit due to being surrounded by loyal purple and gold fans. LSU Soccer matches make for an enjoyable night, especially when attending with friends or family.

“I think they should definitely come because, like I said, there’s less of a crowd, so it’s not like a hassle to get in or out,” Cash said. “No long lines for the concessions. The game was free to get into… so it’s good to support our school.”

LSU Students can attend soccer matches completely free of charge, just by showing their tiger card at the entrance of the stadium.

LSU Soccer Head Coach Sian Hudson also believes that having more fans in the stands helps her players’ performance on the field.

“The Tiger fans are some of the best in the nation and we absolutely love playing at home in front of them,” Hudson said. “The crowd is our 12th man. Show up on [Friday] against [Auburn] and cheer us on!”

The Tigers are looking to get back into the win column, as the team continues conference play with hosting the Auburn Tigers today at 7:00 p.m. CST.

Be there and be loud.