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LSU junior pitcher Carley Hoover (21) prepares to pitch the ball during the Tigers’ 4-3 victory over McNeese State University on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2017, in Tiger Park.

Hoover tosses no-hitter as Tigers cruise past Louisiana Tech 5-0

By Kennedi Landry | @landryyy14 February 15, 2017

Lately for LSU junior pitcher Carley Hoover, she’s tried to be perfect. While she wasn’t on Wednesday night, she was close, as she recorded her second career no-hitter in the Tigers’...

LSU freshman infielder Amanda Doyle (22) waits at first base during the Tigers’ 14-2 victory over OSU on Friday, Feb. 10, 2017, in Tiger Park.

LSU softball working to utilize strengths, learn from weaknesses

By Hannah Martin | @hmartinTDR February 15, 2017

A 7-3 loss to Penn St. last Friday made LSU coach Beth Torina re-evaluate her lineup and how to use the freshmen effectively. The loss came after a dominating performance against Oklahoma St, which is...

LSU junior outfielder Emily Griggs (8) watches the batter as she prepares to run to second base during the Tigers’ 4-3 victory over McNeese State University on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2017, in Tiger Park.

LSU adding more speed, slappers, looking to create more things offensively

By Kennedi Landry | @landryyy14 February 15, 2017

LSU is seeing more speed than ever this season — both on the bases and at the plate. A team that normally relies on home runs and power hitters is adding more versatility to its lineup. After a back-and-forth...

Members of the LSU softball team pump up the crowd during the Tigers' 5-2 victory over OSU on Sunday, Feb. 12, 2017, at Tiger Park.

No. 4 LSU finishes Tiger Classic with 4-1 mark

By Hannah Martin | @hmartinTDR February 12, 2017

The No. 4 LSU softball team opened up its season winning four of five games in the annual Tiger Classic.After trailing early, the Tigers (4-1) came from behind to defeat Oklahoma State, 5-2 to close out...

LSU freshman infielder Amanda Doyle (22) hits the ball during the Tigers’ 14-2 victory over OSU on Friday, Feb. 10, 2017, in Tiger Park.

No. 4 LSU wins rematch against Penn State

By Kennedi Landry | @landryyy14 February 11, 2017

One day after being upset by Penn State in the Tiger Classic, No. 4 LSU had an opportunity to avenge its early season defeat. The Tigers did and won in convincing fashion, rolling past Penn State 14-1...

LSU sophomore infielder Shemiah Sanchez (23) prepares to hit the ball during the Tigers’ 14-2 victory over OSU on Friday, Feb. 10, 2017, in Tiger Park.

Sanchez’s walkoff hit lifts No. 4 LSU over McNeese St.

By Hannah Martin | @hmartinTDR February 11, 2017

With the bases loaded and No. 4 LSU tied against McNeese St. 3-3, sophomore third baseman Shemiah Sanchez stepped into the batters box.Sanchez — who was making her eighth career start — capped...

LSU senior catcher and infielder Sahvanna Jaquish (2) runs back to third base during the Tigers’ 14-2 victory over OSU on Friday, Feb. 10, 2017, in Tiger Park.

No. 4 LSU falls behind early, upset by Penn State in second game of Tiger Classic

By Kennedi Landry | @landryyy14 February 10, 2017

The first game of the annual Tiger Classic was a breeze for No. 4 LSU, but the second did contest come so easily. After a 14-2 run rule victory win against Oklahoma State, the Tigers faltered to Penn State...

LSU softball team shakes hands with OSU after the Tigers’ 14-2 victory over OSU on Friday, Feb. 10, 2017, in Tiger Park.

No. 4 LSU routs Oklahoma State, winning 14-2 in five innings

By Hannah Martin | @hmartinTDR February 10, 2017

LSU's first victory of the season didn't take long to earn. The No. 4 LSU softball team defeated Oklahoma State 14-2 in five innings. LSU led early with four runs in the first inning and erupted for...

LSU junior pitcher Baylee Corbello (9) and Sahvanna Jaquish (2) interact between innings during game two of the Tigers’1-0 victory against Longwood University on Tuesday, Mar. 8, 2016 in Tiger Park.

Jaquish entering final season closing on record books

By Hannah Martin | @hmartinTDR February 10, 2017

Sahvanna Jaquish is on track to become one of LSU’s most decorated players. Jaquish, a native of Highland Hills, California, has stepped on the softball field in a jersey that spells ‘LSU’...

LSU junior Bailey Landry (26) stretches under the rain during game two of the Tigers' 1-0 victory against Longwood University on Tuesday, Mar. 8, 2016 in Tiger Park.

Despite roster changes, LSU still has high expectations

By Kennedi Landry | @landryyy14 February 9, 2017

Every season, every team goes through a cycle where they lose key contributors and welcome new faces. LSU softball is no different. While the Tigers do go into this season losing five seniors, including...

LSU sophomore pitcher, Carley Hoover (21), pitches the ball during the Tigers' 5-2 victory against McNeese State on Tuesday, April 26, 2016 at Tiger Park.

Hoover, Walljasper and Smith form potent pitching rotation for LSU

By Kennedi Landry | @landryyy14 February 7, 2017

Powerful bats have always been a mainstay in Tiger Park under LSU coach Beth Torina. In fact, the Tigers have hit 180 home runs in the last three years, but after losing two of its best hitters in program...

LSU softball head coach Beth Torina addresses the media on Monday, Feb. 6, 2017 for the first time this season.

Notebook: Jaquish to spend more time at catcher; multiple positions up for competition

By Hannah Martin | @hmartinTDR February 6, 2017

LSU coach Beth Torina still doesn’t have all the infield positions set. But one thing is certain: senior infielder Sahvanna Jaquish will play an integral role for the Tigers this season. Torina announced...