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LSU junior infielder Sahvanna Jaquish (2) runs back to the dugout during the Tigers' 10-2 victory against LIU Brooklyn on Friday, May 20, 2016 in Tiger Park.

LSU softball travels to California, homecoming for three players

By Hannah Martin February 23, 2017

For three LSU softball players, traveling to Cathedral City, California for the Mary Nutter Collegiate Classic is more than just another tournament on the road: It’s home. Senior catcher Sahvanna...

LSU sophomore infielder Shemiah Sanchez (23) makes it safely to first base during the Tigers’ 4-3 victory over McNeese State University on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2017, in Tiger Park.

Sanchez learning new position, making impact at third base

By Hannah Martin February 23, 2017

Shemiah Sanchez hasn’t stood at third base since she was in summer league. But when LSU coach Beth Torina approached Sanchez about switching from second to third base in the offseason, she didn’t...

LSU junior pitcher Jared Poche’ (16) winds up for the pitch during LSU's 12-1 win against Fordham in Alex Box Stadium on Friday March 4, 2016.

Sports Briefs: Poche’ named SEC Pitcher of the Week; Landry earns SEC Player of the Week honors

By Josh Thornton February 20, 2017

After throwing LSU baseball's first no-hitter since 1979, Jared Poche’ was named Southeastern Conference Pitcher of the Week.  The senior southpaw threw seven hitless inning and recorded four...

LSU freshman infielder Amanda Doyle (22) prepares to catch a hit on first base during the Tigers’ 10-1 victory over Georgia Southern University on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2017, at Tiger Park.

No. 7 LSU softball goes undefeated in Purple and Gold Challenge

By Hannah Martin February 19, 2017

The Tigers closed out the Purple and Gold Challenge going 4-0 and sweeping both its opponents on Sunday. Junior pitcher Carley Hoover capped off the Tigers’ game throwing 10 strikes on 99 pitches....

LSU senior outfielder Bailey Landry (26) runs to first base during the Tigers' 5-2 victory over OSU on Sunday, Feb. 12, 2017, at Tiger Park.

No. 7 LSU sweeps both games of Purple and Gold Challenge

By Kennedi Landry February 18, 2017

After the first day of the Purple and Gold Challenge was canceled due to rain, No.7 LSU swept both of its opponents on Saturday. The Tigers (7-1) had a 10-1 run-rule win against against Georgia Southern...

LSU junior infielder/catcher Sahvanna Jaquish softball dances during the game against Northwestern State after it gets rain delayed on Wednesday, Apr. 20, 2016 in Tiger Park.

Rained out: Game one between LSU-Georgia Southern rescheduled

By Hannah Martin February 17, 2017

The opening game of the annual Purple & Gold Challenge is postponed due to rain. The LSU softball team was scheduled to play Georgia Southern University at 6 p.m., but the game will now be played Sunday...

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 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 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 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 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 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 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...