University of Louisiana at Lafayette Athletics
Friday, April 10
Harrisonburg, Va.
4:00 p.m. (CDT)
Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns
at
James Madison
Cajuns Close Virginia Swing, Open Second Half of SBC Play at JMU
4/9/2026 3:23:00 PM | Softball
Three-game set in Harrisonburg presents pivotal opportunity in conference standings
HARRISONBURG, Va. – The Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns Softball team completes its Spring Break road trip in the state of Virginia and starts the second half of Sun Belt play with a three-game series at James Madison from Friday-Sunday, April 10-12 at Bank of the James Field at Veterans Memorial Park in Harrisonburg, Virginia.
The series opener is set for 4:00 p.m. (CDT) on Friday. Play continues Saturday at 12:00 p.m. (CDT) and concludes on Sunday with the series finale at 11:00 a.m. (CDT).
The entire series will be televised on ESPN+ with David Hulvey calling the action. Radio coverage is available on The GOAT 103.3 FM and 1420 AM in the Acadiana region and worldwide on Varsity Network with Cody Junot (pxp) and Bobby Neveaux (analyst) providing commentary.
The Ragin' Cajuns (22-18, 5-7 SBC) ventured westward to Harrisonburg and the Shenandoah Valley after beginning their trip with a tug-of-war battle against No. 21 Virginia in Charlottesville on Wednesday. Louisiana pressured the Cavaliers with an 11-hit effort before ultimately falling just short, 5–4.
JMU (16-20, 4-8 SBC) hosts the series with UL for the first time since the 2023 season, having visited Lamson Park the past two seasons. Louisiana claimed a three-game sweep in its lone prior trip to Harrisonburg.
Louisiana (22-18, 5-7 SBC) at James Madison (16-20, 4-8 SBC)
Dates: Friday-Sunday, April 10-12
Location: Harrisonburg, Va.
Stadium: Bank of the James Field at Veterans Memorial Park
Series Schedule:
Fri., Apr. 10 – 4:00 p.m. (CDT) | ESPN+ | 103.3 FM & 1420 AM
Sat., Apr. 11 – 12:00 a.m. (CDT) | ESPN+ | 103.3 FM & 1420 AM
Sun., Apr. 12 – 11:00 a.m. (CDT) ) | ESPN+ | 103.3 FM & 1420 AM
MEDIA INFORMATION
Season Stats (PDF) | Roster | Schedule/Results
Television: ESPN+ | Talent: David Hulvey, PxP
Radio: The GOAT 103.3 FM/1420 AM and Varsity Network | Talent: Cody Junot, PxP; Bobby Neveaux, analyst
Live Stats: CajunStats.StatBroadcast.com
Twitter Updates: @RaginCajunsSB
TEAM INFORMATION
LOUISIANA Ragin' Cajuns
NFCA: -- | USA: -- | SBA: -- | D1S: -- | RPI: 46
Head Coach: Alyson Habetz (Louisiana, '95)
Record at Louisiana: 51-43 (2nd season)
Team Slash Line (AVG / SLG / OBP): .307 / .489 / .385
Team ERA: 3.65 | Opponent Batting Average: .273 | Strikeouts (Pitching): 154
Stolen Bases: 33-for-48
JAMES MADISON Dukes
NFCA: -- | USA: -- | SBA: -- | D1S: -- | RPI: 117
Head Coach: Loren LaPorte (Roanoke College, '08)
Record at JMU: 272-142 (9th season)
Team Slash Line (AVG / SLG / OBP): .300 / .489 / .371
Team ERA: 5.11 | Opponent Batting Average: .289 | Strikeouts (Pitching): 169
Stolen Bases: 34-for-41
SERIES HISTORY
Series Record: Louisiana leads, 9-3
Last: 4/13/25 – UL 9, JMU 2 (Lamson Park)
In Harrisonburg: UL leads, 3-0
In SBC Play: UL leads, 7-2
Streak: UL, +1
- Just the fourth weekend series as Sun Belt foes (JMU joined SBC in July 2022).
- First series in Harrisonburg since 2023; JMU visited Lamson Park previous two seasons.
- Dukes' series win in 2025 snapped Cajuns streak of two straight series sweeps.
- UL's trip to Harrisonburg in 2023 marked the first meeting on either program's campus.
LEADING OFF
>> The Ragin' Cajuns wrap up their Spring Break trip to the state of Virginia in a three-game series at JMU.
>> Louisiana enters the second half of SBC play. The Cajuns split the first four series, posting a 5-7 record in the first half.
>> It's the first of three straight series against eastern-based SBC teams: JMU, Coastal Carolina and Marshall.
>> The Cajuns seek their first road SBC series win, coming up short previously at Southern Miss and ULM.
>> It's a pivotal SBC series. Louisiana looks to distance itself from JMU and strengthen its SBC Tournament outlook while the Dukes look to stay in the race.
>> Louisiana looks to build off an SBC series win over Troy, clinching the series in Game 3 with an exhilarating walk-off finish in extra innings after a lengthy weather delay.
>> The Ragin' Cajuns make their first appearance in Harrisonburg since the 2023 season.
>> UL started the Spring Break trip outperforming No. 21 Virginia at the plate, outhitting the hosts 11-4 in recording the second-most hits the Cavs allowed in non-conference play.
>> Entering the weekend, Kennedy Marceaux carries a career-best, nine-game hit streak and Mia Norwood is coming off a 4-for-4 night at UVA.
NOTEWORTHY
>> Kennedy Marceaux has been the hottest hitter of late in SBC play, batting 6-of-12 vs. Troy for a second straight series batting .500-plus. She's now batting .459 in league play.
>> During her nine-game hitting streak, Kennedy Marceaux has raised her batting average over 70 points (from .268 to .339).
>> Since the ULM series, Julianne Tipton has yielded only five runs in 12.1 innings in SBC play including a stretch of 8.1 innings with only one run allowed over three consecutive appearances (Mar. 29-Apr. 3).
>> The Cajuns are 17-1 when producing six runs or more and 18-4 when out-hitting the opposition.
>> Louisiana's offense ranks Top 100 nationally in average (.307), runs (225), total hits (318), home runs (38), RBI (208), scoring (5.6) and slugging percentage (.489).
>> The Ragin' Cajuns have involved four arms in the circle with Sage Hoover (87.1), Bethaney Noble (74.2), Julianne Tipton (45.2) and Lexie Delbrey (41.2) each having worked 40-plus innings.
ABOUT LOUISIANA
>> Brooke Otto's eight home runs lead the group of four Ragin' Cajuns who have hit at least five home runs. With 38 team home runs, UL has surpassed the total (22) from last season's 54-game slate.
>> Brooke Otto provides the biggest power threat in the lineup, batting .355 and slugging .692 with eight home runs and a team-high 35 RBI, along with 12 doubles.
>> Kennedy Marceaux's resurgence in SBC play (batting .459) has raised her overall average to .339 and placed her among the leaders in base hits (39) and RBI (27).
>> Mia Liscano has generated a team-high 12 multi-hit games. She paces the team with a .404 batting average, 40 hits, and 26 runs scored.
>> Freshman Haley Hart has burst onto the scene with seven home runs and of the top slugging marks (.636). She's batting .364 and posted 26 RBI.
>> Pitcher Bethaney Noble has emerged in her senior season. She owns a 7-4 record with a 2.91 ERA in 74.2 innings, allowing just 31 earned runs.
>> Sage Hoover leads the pitching staff in workload with 87.1 innings pitched across 22 appearances (14 starts). She battled LSU for 9.2 innings in a 2-1 contest and claimed a win over then-No. 15 Texas A&M.
>> Sage Hoover claimed SBC Pitcher of the Week after a dominant showing vs. Texas State. She yielded only one run and held TXST to 10 hits and a .227 average across 13.1 innings.
>> Julianne Tipton gives Louisiana a reliable third option — over 45 innings pitching with a solid ERA just over three.
THIS 'N THAT
>> The Ragin' Cajuns seek a return to their championship and postseason ways in the 2026 season. Last season, UL finished third in the SBC and missed the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 1999.
>> Louisiana was picked to finish third in the Sun Belt Conference Preseason Coaches Poll.
>> 2025 Sun Belt Freshman of the Year Emily Smith is the top returner on offense looking to build upon a 50-hit, 40-RBI debut in her collegiate rookie season.
>> The two-time reigning national leader in total double plays turned, Louisiana's defense crafted 81 double plays over the 2024 and 2025 seasons.
>> The double play tandem of Cecilia Vasquez and Mia Liscano highlights an infield defense that has led the nation in double plays turned the past two seasons.
>> Acadiana-area softball star Kennedy Marceaux of Kaplan, the 2024 Louisiana Gatorade Softball Player of the Year, headlines the newcomers.
>> The 2026 campaign marks the 46th season in the storied history of Louisiana Softball. The program debuted in 1981 and since has recorded 1,941 wins, a total that ranks Top 5 in NCAA history.
>> The Louisiana Softball program's rich tradition includes six Women's College World Series appearances, eight NCAA Super Regional berths and 33 NCAA Regional appearances which ranks as eighth-most in NCAA history.
UP NEXT FOR LOUISIANA
Louisiana opens a week-long, four-game homestand at Yvette Girouard Field at Lamson Park on Tuesday, April 14 taking on No. 18 LSU in a 6:00 p.m. midweek game.
That will be followed by an SBC series against Coastal Carolina from Friday-Sunday, April 17-19. The Ragin' Cajuns and Chanticleers begin the series at Lamson Park on Friday, April 17 at 6:00 p.m.
All games will be televised on ESPN+ with a radio broadcast available on The GOAT 103.3 FM and 1420 AM in the Acadiana region and worldwide on Varsity Network
The UL Softball program is celebrating Alumni Weekend and Louisiana Salutes throughout the Coastal series. Those who have served, or are currently serving in the military, can receive special ticket rates through Vet Tix, the promotion available for all three games.
FOLLOW THE RAGIN' CAJUNS
Follow the Ragin' Cajuns on Facebook (/RaginCajunsSB), Twitter (@RaginCajunsSB) and Instagram (@Louisiana.SB) to stay up-to-date on all that is happening with Louisiana Softball.
Fans are encouraged to stay engaged with the Ragin' Cajuns by downloading the #GeauxCajuns app. Click here for iOS/Apple platforms and here for Android platforms.
Louisiana Softball season and single-game tickets are currently on sale, outfield general admission seating only, available for purchase online at RaginCajuns.com/tickets or by calling the Louisiana Athletics Ticket Office at (337) 482-GoUL (4685). Fans can support the softball student athletes, and invest in the program's future, through The Cajuns Edge Fund (click here) to contribute directly to the Louisiana Athletics and Ragin' Cajuns Athletic Foundation's revenue-sharing initiative or by joining the Centerfield Club (click here).
The series opener is set for 4:00 p.m. (CDT) on Friday. Play continues Saturday at 12:00 p.m. (CDT) and concludes on Sunday with the series finale at 11:00 a.m. (CDT).
The entire series will be televised on ESPN+ with David Hulvey calling the action. Radio coverage is available on The GOAT 103.3 FM and 1420 AM in the Acadiana region and worldwide on Varsity Network with Cody Junot (pxp) and Bobby Neveaux (analyst) providing commentary.
The Ragin' Cajuns (22-18, 5-7 SBC) ventured westward to Harrisonburg and the Shenandoah Valley after beginning their trip with a tug-of-war battle against No. 21 Virginia in Charlottesville on Wednesday. Louisiana pressured the Cavaliers with an 11-hit effort before ultimately falling just short, 5–4.
JMU (16-20, 4-8 SBC) hosts the series with UL for the first time since the 2023 season, having visited Lamson Park the past two seasons. Louisiana claimed a three-game sweep in its lone prior trip to Harrisonburg.
Louisiana (22-18, 5-7 SBC) at James Madison (16-20, 4-8 SBC)
Dates: Friday-Sunday, April 10-12
Location: Harrisonburg, Va.
Stadium: Bank of the James Field at Veterans Memorial Park
Series Schedule:
Fri., Apr. 10 – 4:00 p.m. (CDT) | ESPN+ | 103.3 FM & 1420 AM
Sat., Apr. 11 – 12:00 a.m. (CDT) | ESPN+ | 103.3 FM & 1420 AM
Sun., Apr. 12 – 11:00 a.m. (CDT) ) | ESPN+ | 103.3 FM & 1420 AM
MEDIA INFORMATION
Season Stats (PDF) | Roster | Schedule/Results
Television: ESPN+ | Talent: David Hulvey, PxP
Radio: The GOAT 103.3 FM/1420 AM and Varsity Network | Talent: Cody Junot, PxP; Bobby Neveaux, analyst
Live Stats: CajunStats.StatBroadcast.com
Twitter Updates: @RaginCajunsSB
TEAM INFORMATION
LOUISIANA Ragin' Cajuns
NFCA: -- | USA: -- | SBA: -- | D1S: -- | RPI: 46
Head Coach: Alyson Habetz (Louisiana, '95)
Record at Louisiana: 51-43 (2nd season)
Team Slash Line (AVG / SLG / OBP): .307 / .489 / .385
Team ERA: 3.65 | Opponent Batting Average: .273 | Strikeouts (Pitching): 154
Stolen Bases: 33-for-48
JAMES MADISON Dukes
NFCA: -- | USA: -- | SBA: -- | D1S: -- | RPI: 117
Head Coach: Loren LaPorte (Roanoke College, '08)
Record at JMU: 272-142 (9th season)
Team Slash Line (AVG / SLG / OBP): .300 / .489 / .371
Team ERA: 5.11 | Opponent Batting Average: .289 | Strikeouts (Pitching): 169
Stolen Bases: 34-for-41
SERIES HISTORY
Series Record: Louisiana leads, 9-3
Last: 4/13/25 – UL 9, JMU 2 (Lamson Park)
In Harrisonburg: UL leads, 3-0
In SBC Play: UL leads, 7-2
Streak: UL, +1
- Just the fourth weekend series as Sun Belt foes (JMU joined SBC in July 2022).
- First series in Harrisonburg since 2023; JMU visited Lamson Park previous two seasons.
- Dukes' series win in 2025 snapped Cajuns streak of two straight series sweeps.
- UL's trip to Harrisonburg in 2023 marked the first meeting on either program's campus.
LEADING OFF
>> The Ragin' Cajuns wrap up their Spring Break trip to the state of Virginia in a three-game series at JMU.
>> Louisiana enters the second half of SBC play. The Cajuns split the first four series, posting a 5-7 record in the first half.
>> It's the first of three straight series against eastern-based SBC teams: JMU, Coastal Carolina and Marshall.
>> The Cajuns seek their first road SBC series win, coming up short previously at Southern Miss and ULM.
>> It's a pivotal SBC series. Louisiana looks to distance itself from JMU and strengthen its SBC Tournament outlook while the Dukes look to stay in the race.
>> Louisiana looks to build off an SBC series win over Troy, clinching the series in Game 3 with an exhilarating walk-off finish in extra innings after a lengthy weather delay.
>> The Ragin' Cajuns make their first appearance in Harrisonburg since the 2023 season.
>> UL started the Spring Break trip outperforming No. 21 Virginia at the plate, outhitting the hosts 11-4 in recording the second-most hits the Cavs allowed in non-conference play.
>> Entering the weekend, Kennedy Marceaux carries a career-best, nine-game hit streak and Mia Norwood is coming off a 4-for-4 night at UVA.
NOTEWORTHY
>> Kennedy Marceaux has been the hottest hitter of late in SBC play, batting 6-of-12 vs. Troy for a second straight series batting .500-plus. She's now batting .459 in league play.
>> During her nine-game hitting streak, Kennedy Marceaux has raised her batting average over 70 points (from .268 to .339).
>> Since the ULM series, Julianne Tipton has yielded only five runs in 12.1 innings in SBC play including a stretch of 8.1 innings with only one run allowed over three consecutive appearances (Mar. 29-Apr. 3).
>> The Cajuns are 17-1 when producing six runs or more and 18-4 when out-hitting the opposition.
>> Louisiana's offense ranks Top 100 nationally in average (.307), runs (225), total hits (318), home runs (38), RBI (208), scoring (5.6) and slugging percentage (.489).
>> The Ragin' Cajuns have involved four arms in the circle with Sage Hoover (87.1), Bethaney Noble (74.2), Julianne Tipton (45.2) and Lexie Delbrey (41.2) each having worked 40-plus innings.
ABOUT LOUISIANA
>> Brooke Otto's eight home runs lead the group of four Ragin' Cajuns who have hit at least five home runs. With 38 team home runs, UL has surpassed the total (22) from last season's 54-game slate.
>> Brooke Otto provides the biggest power threat in the lineup, batting .355 and slugging .692 with eight home runs and a team-high 35 RBI, along with 12 doubles.
>> Kennedy Marceaux's resurgence in SBC play (batting .459) has raised her overall average to .339 and placed her among the leaders in base hits (39) and RBI (27).
>> Mia Liscano has generated a team-high 12 multi-hit games. She paces the team with a .404 batting average, 40 hits, and 26 runs scored.
>> Freshman Haley Hart has burst onto the scene with seven home runs and of the top slugging marks (.636). She's batting .364 and posted 26 RBI.
>> Pitcher Bethaney Noble has emerged in her senior season. She owns a 7-4 record with a 2.91 ERA in 74.2 innings, allowing just 31 earned runs.
>> Sage Hoover leads the pitching staff in workload with 87.1 innings pitched across 22 appearances (14 starts). She battled LSU for 9.2 innings in a 2-1 contest and claimed a win over then-No. 15 Texas A&M.
>> Sage Hoover claimed SBC Pitcher of the Week after a dominant showing vs. Texas State. She yielded only one run and held TXST to 10 hits and a .227 average across 13.1 innings.
>> Julianne Tipton gives Louisiana a reliable third option — over 45 innings pitching with a solid ERA just over three.
THIS 'N THAT
>> The Ragin' Cajuns seek a return to their championship and postseason ways in the 2026 season. Last season, UL finished third in the SBC and missed the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 1999.
>> Louisiana was picked to finish third in the Sun Belt Conference Preseason Coaches Poll.
>> 2025 Sun Belt Freshman of the Year Emily Smith is the top returner on offense looking to build upon a 50-hit, 40-RBI debut in her collegiate rookie season.
>> The two-time reigning national leader in total double plays turned, Louisiana's defense crafted 81 double plays over the 2024 and 2025 seasons.
>> The double play tandem of Cecilia Vasquez and Mia Liscano highlights an infield defense that has led the nation in double plays turned the past two seasons.
>> Acadiana-area softball star Kennedy Marceaux of Kaplan, the 2024 Louisiana Gatorade Softball Player of the Year, headlines the newcomers.
>> The 2026 campaign marks the 46th season in the storied history of Louisiana Softball. The program debuted in 1981 and since has recorded 1,941 wins, a total that ranks Top 5 in NCAA history.
>> The Louisiana Softball program's rich tradition includes six Women's College World Series appearances, eight NCAA Super Regional berths and 33 NCAA Regional appearances which ranks as eighth-most in NCAA history.
UP NEXT FOR LOUISIANA
Louisiana opens a week-long, four-game homestand at Yvette Girouard Field at Lamson Park on Tuesday, April 14 taking on No. 18 LSU in a 6:00 p.m. midweek game.
That will be followed by an SBC series against Coastal Carolina from Friday-Sunday, April 17-19. The Ragin' Cajuns and Chanticleers begin the series at Lamson Park on Friday, April 17 at 6:00 p.m.
All games will be televised on ESPN+ with a radio broadcast available on The GOAT 103.3 FM and 1420 AM in the Acadiana region and worldwide on Varsity Network
The UL Softball program is celebrating Alumni Weekend and Louisiana Salutes throughout the Coastal series. Those who have served, or are currently serving in the military, can receive special ticket rates through Vet Tix, the promotion available for all three games.
FOLLOW THE RAGIN' CAJUNS
Follow the Ragin' Cajuns on Facebook (/RaginCajunsSB), Twitter (@RaginCajunsSB) and Instagram (@Louisiana.SB) to stay up-to-date on all that is happening with Louisiana Softball.
Fans are encouraged to stay engaged with the Ragin' Cajuns by downloading the #GeauxCajuns app. Click here for iOS/Apple platforms and here for Android platforms.
Louisiana Softball season and single-game tickets are currently on sale, outfield general admission seating only, available for purchase online at RaginCajuns.com/tickets or by calling the Louisiana Athletics Ticket Office at (337) 482-GoUL (4685). Fans can support the softball student athletes, and invest in the program's future, through The Cajuns Edge Fund (click here) to contribute directly to the Louisiana Athletics and Ragin' Cajuns Athletic Foundation's revenue-sharing initiative or by joining the Centerfield Club (click here).
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