Ragin' Rundown

The Ragin’ Cajuns just took a HUGE Sun Belt series over Georgia State — and it couldn’t have come at a better time. In this episode of Ragin’ Rundown, we break down the entire weekend game-by-game, highlight the biggest performers, and explain exactly what Louisiana Baseball needs to do to make an NCAA Regional. From dominant pitching performances by Andrew Herrmann and Cody Brasch… to clutch moments from Griffin Hebert and Drew Markle… this team may be peaking at the right time. But is it enough?We dive into:Full Georgia State series recapKey player performances and weekend statsCajuns’ current NCAA Tournament resumeThe clearest path to an at-large bidWhy the Sun Belt Tournament may decide everything

The Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns football team just made a BIG move for the future… West Brook quarterback Tam Anderson has officially committed — and this one could be a program-changer. In this episode of Ragin' Rundown, we break down what Anderson brings to the table, how he fits into the Cajuns’ offense, and what this means for the future of the program. Is this the QB of the future in Lafayette? And how impactful can he be early?We dive into:Tam Anderson’s skillset and upsideFit in the Cajuns’ systemWhat this means for recruiting momentumImmediate vs long-term impactThis is a commitment you NEED to know about.

The Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns softball team are heading into the Sun Belt Conference Tournament — but what’s REALLY on the line? In this episode of Ragin' Rundown, we break down the best-case and worst-case scenarios for the Cajuns in the SBC Tournament in terms of seeding. From a potential championship run and NCAA Tournament implications… to what could go wrong if things fall apart — we cover it all. Can Louisiana make a statement and punch their postseason ticket? Or are there real concerns heading into the biggest stretch of the season?Full breakdown includes:-Path to a Sun Belt title-Key matchups and threats-What MUST go right (and wrong)

Louisiana basketball is hitting reset. After an injury-plagued 11–22 season that started with 11 losses in 12 games, the Cajuns quietly fought back to finish .500 down the stretch. But the real story? A massive roster shakeup.In this episode, we break down:-How injuries to key players like Jamyron Keller and Josh Lewis derailed the season-Why Louisiana was still just 4 games out of 2nd place-The impact of 8 transfer portal departures and what it means for the program-The 7 returning players who could define the culture moving forward-A loaded incoming class featuring elite recruits like Tyshawn Duncan, Isaiah Wilks, and Zayson Salanoa-Key transfer additions bringing experience and productionIs this a rebuild… or a reload?

No. 17 LSU made a statement in Lafayette — and it came at Louisiana’s expense. The Tigers rolled to an 8-0 run-rule win at Lamson Park behind a dominant no-hit performance from Jayden Heavener and a five-run second inning that flipped the game instantly. In this episode of the Ragin' Rundown, we break down the full game flow — from LSU’s offensive explosion to Louisiana’s struggles at the plate — and what it means moving forward for the Cajuns. Plus, we dive into Louisiana head coach Alyson Habetz’s full postgame comments, including her thoughts on the offense, pitching struggles, and how this team responds from here. Is this rock bottom… or a turning point?

The Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns had a weekend full of highs and lows—and we’re breaking ALL of it down.⚾ Cajuns Baseball bounced back after a tough Game 1 loss to Southern Miss behind a dominant performance from Andrew Herrmann and clutch hitting from Donovan LaSalle, Lee Amedee, and Steven Spalitta.🥎 Cajuns Softball showed fight all weekend against James Madison—but missed opportunities, big innings, and one key moment with the bases loaded changed everything.We walk through each game IN FLOW—highlighting the biggest moments, players, and turning points that defined the weekend.

The defense STOLE THE SHOW in the latest spring scrimmage for the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns. From big hits to forced turnovers and lockdown coverage, the Cajuns’ defense made life tough all day on the offense. We break down the biggest plays, standout performers, and what this means heading into the season. Is this defense ready to carry Louisiana this fall? Let’s talk about it. Drop your thoughts in the comments & don’t forget to subscribe for more Cajuns coverage!

The Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns had chances in both baseball and softball — but costly mistakes and one bad inning in each game led to two tough losses against ULM.In this episode, we break down:⚾ How ULM pulled away late in a 7-3 win at Russo Park 💥 The 9th inning collapse that sealed it in baseball🥎 The defensive struggles that cost Louisiana in a 5-4 softball loss📉 Key missed opportunities and momentum swings🔑 Takeaways for the Cajuns moving forwardIt was a day where Louisiana stayed competitive — but couldn’t execute in the biggest moments.

The Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns had TWO chances against ULM… and let both slip away. In this episode, we break down a frustrating night for Louisiana as both the softball and baseball teams fall to ULM in games that followed nearly identical scripts.🥎 Softball Recap: Louisiana struck first but couldn’t capitalize on multiple scoring opportunities, leaving runners stranded and allowing ULM to pull away late in a 4-1 loss.⚾ Baseball Recap: The Cajuns built a 3-0 lead at Russo Park before a disastrous 6th inning flipped the game, highlighted by a 3-run homer from ULM that sealed a 5-3 loss.🎙️ In this episode:Full game flow breakdowns of both matchupsKey turning points that changed each gameWhy Louisiana struggled in clutch momentsWhat needs to improve moving forward

Louisiana is building in the trenches — and the Cajuns just added impact now AND dominance for the future. In this episode, we break down two big-time defensive line moves:🔴 Desmond Thompson – a proven pass rusher from Benedict with production that can translate immediately in Lafayette. With 8 sacks, 8 TFLs, and 2 blocked kicks, this is a sneaky pickup that could make noise this season.🔴 Kobe Smith – one of the top young defensive prospects in Louisiana’s 2027 class. The Avoyelles standout committed after a recent visit, bringing elite production, explosive first step, and relentless motor to the Cajuns' future.We dive into:Why Thompson can help RIGHT AWAYWhat makes Kobe Smith a future difference-makerHow Louisiana is building its defensive identityWhy in-state recruiting wins like this matter

The Ragin’ Cajuns take care of business in a BIG way on Tuesday night. Louisiana baseball explodes for a 6-run inning to take down Southeastern Louisiana 9-3 at Russo Park. Louisiana softball powers past McNeese 5-2 behind Haley Hart’s TWO home runs.In this episode of Ragin’ Rundown, we break down: -The inning that changed everything for Cajuns baseball-Key performances from Hernandez, LaCava, and Lim-Haley Hart’s dominant night at the plate-How Cajuns softball shut the door late

Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns baseball drops a tough series at Texas State, Cajuns softball wins a big Sun Belt series, and UL football lands its first 2027 commit. Full recap, analysis, and recruiting breakdown. It was a loaded weekend for the Ragin’ Cajuns — and we’re breaking down everything you need to know.⚾ Baseball vs Texas State-Game 1 bullpen collapse after dominant start-Offensive struggles and missed opportunities-Defensive errors and big innings allowed-Texas State’s explosive bats take over the series🥎 Softball vs Texas State-Sage Hoover dominates all weekend-Brooke Otto and Lily Knox deliver in clutch moments-Cajuns bounce back in Game 3 to win the series-Continued Sun Belt dominance over Texas State🏈 Football Recruiting Update-UL has already made 54 offers in the 2027 class-First commit: Bryce Coleman (TE, Shadow Creek HS, TX)-6’3, 233 lbs with 4.54 speed-23 receptions, 322 yards, 7 TDs, 1st Team All-District-Early Texas pipeline momentum building

The Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns baseball team opened Sun Belt play by winning a hard-fought series against South Alabama at Russo Park, bouncing back from a Game 1 loss to take the final two games behind dominant pitching performances. Saturday, Andrew Herrmann delivered a complete-game gem, striking out nine and allowing just five hits as Louisiana pulled out a 4-3 victory to even the series. Then on Sunday, JR Tollett and Cody Brasch combined for a four-hitter while Rigoberto Hernandez drove in two runs in a 3-1 win to secure the series. Meanwhile, the Ragin’ Cajuns softball team split the first two games but dropped the rubber match to Southern Miss, falling 9-1 in five innings in the series finale. The highlight for Louisiana came Saturday when Brooke Otto exploded for five RBIs in a dominant 9-1 run-rule win to even the series.We break down: • Cajuns baseball winning the Sun Belt opening series• Andrew Herrmann’s complete game performance• JR Tollett’s strong start in the finale• Rigoberto Hernandez’s clutch hitting• Brooke Otto’s 5 RBI breakout game for softball• Why Louisiana baseball’s pitching could dominate the Sun Belt• What the softball team must fix before hosting Texas State Louisiana now heads to Houston midweek in baseball before traveling to face Texas State in another big Sun Belt series, while softball returns home to Lamson Park to host Texas State.

The Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns softball team may only be 16-10, but the numbers say this team could dominate the Sun Belt Conference. In this episode of Ragin’ Rundown, we break down the stats that show why Louisiana might actually be better than their record, including: The offensive numbers that already rank among the best in the conferenceThe biggest weaknesses holding the Cajuns backWhy their brutal non-conference schedule may actually prepare them to steamroll Sun Belt playThe stat that proves Louisiana could go on a serious runIf the Cajuns fix just a couple things, the rest of the Sun Belt might be in trouble.

The Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns baseball team took two out of three games from Dallas Baptist in a big non-conference road series. Louisiana opened the weekend with a 6-5 win, followed by an 11-6 victory to clinch the series before Dallas Baptist avoided the sweep with a 12-1 win in the finale. In this episode of Ragin’ Rundown, we break down:• How the Cajuns won the series early• The offensive production from Donovan LaSalle, Lee Amedee and Colt Brown• Why the Cajuns bullpen continues to be a strength• What the Sunday loss means moving forwardThe Cajuns now sit at 12-4 overall as they continue their early-season schedule before Sun Belt play begins.

Louisiana Baseball defeats LSU 7-2 at Russo Park as the Ragin’ Cajuns dominate with pitching, pressure offense, and clutch execution. Cody Brasch and Sawyer Pruitt lead a staff that strikes out 11, while Lee Amedee and Steven Spalitta power a complete team win over the Tigers. The Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns jumped out early with three first-inning runs and never looked back against the LSU Tigers. Louisiana capitalized on three LSU errors, answered a fifth-inning home run immediately, and slammed the door late. Is this Louisiana’s biggest win of the season? Drop your take in the comments.

Both Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns basketball teams beat Georgia State in the Sun Belt Tournament — Jaxon Olvera scores 29, Mikaylah Manley drops 32 as both Cajuns teams advance in Pensacola. The men knocked off Georgia State 84-75 behind a career-high 29 points from Jaxon Olvera. A 13-0 second-half run flipped the game, and Louisiana dominated the glass with 18 offensive rebounds to move on in the Sun Belt Conference Men's Basketball Tournament. Next up: James Madison On the women’s side, the Cajuns rallied past the Panthers 71-66. Mikaylah Manley poured in 23 of her career-high 32 points in the second half, including 9 of the final 12, to send Louisiana into the second round against the ULM Warhawks. Two clutch performances. Two tournament wins. March momentum is building for the Cajuns.

The pitching staff delivered and one swing made the difference as the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns shut out the Kansas State Wildcats 1-0 at M.L. 'Tigue' Moore Field at Russo Park. In this episode of Ragin’ Rundown, we break down the full game flow — from Sawyer Pruitt’s dominant start to Mark Collins’ clutch home run and the bullpen shutting the door late. Is this Cajuns pitching staff becoming the biggest strength of the team? Meanwhile, the Louisiana softball team delivered a dominant performance, defeating the Northern Iowa Panthers 10–2 in six innings behind a late offensive surge. We break down the full game flow, key moments, and the biggest takeaway from the Cajuns’ win. Power at the plate was the difference, with Mia Norwood launching a three-run homer, Brooke Otto adding another long ball, and Lillian Soto providing a pinch-hit blast to seal the run-rule victory. We also dive into strong pitching performances from Sage Hoover and Bailey Mackles, plus what this win means moving forward as Louisiana builds momentum.

Louisiana baseball is ON FIRE right now. The Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns completed a dramatic three-game sweep over the Maryland Terrapins at M. L. "Tigue" Moore Field at Russo Park — and it included TWO walk-off wins and a 15-inning marathon. In this episode of Ragin’ Rundown, we break down: The ninth-inning comeback in Game 1, Dominant pitching in Game 2, Blaze Rodriguez’s monster Game 3 performance, The biggest takeaways from the series sweep. The Cajuns outscored Maryland 22-12 and extended their winning streak to five games. Is this team starting to show contender potential?

The Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns men's basketball are heating up at the perfect time — and they might be the MOST dangerous team heading into the Sun Belt Conference Tournament. With momentum building, key players stepping up, and postseason urgency kicking in, this team has the potential to make a serious run. We break down what’s clicking, why opponents should be worried, and what it will take for the Cajuns to cut down the nets.

Louisiana baseball picked up a strong road win with a 3-0 shutout over Rice, powered by dominant pitching and timely hitting. The bullpen combined for a five-hit shutout, while Drew Markle delivered a late insurance run with a solo homer in the ninth inning. The Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns baseball got key performances from Colt Brown and Noah Lewis at the plate, while Sawyer Pruitt earned the win on the mound to lead Louisiana past the Rice Owls baseball in Houston. Meanwhile, Cajuns softball faced a tough test on the road against No. 7 Florida State, falling 8-0 in five innings after a big second inning from the Seminoles. We break down the full game flow, key moments, and top performers from Louisiana’s matchup in Tallahassee. Despite collecting four hits, the Cajuns couldn’t overcome walks and defensive miscues that led to a five-run inning early in the game. We’ll discuss what went wrong, who stood out, and what Louisiana needs to fix moving forward this season.

The Ragin’ Cajuns had a WILD opening weekend across baseball and softball, and we’re breaking down EVERYTHING from Feb. 13–15. Baseball drops the opening series to Missouri State despite scoring 12 runs Saturday and building a huge lead before a late collapse. Softball shows explosive offensive potential with a 23-run performance against Texas A&M Corpus Christi and earning an upset vs No, 23 Ole Miss and multiple standout hitters, including Haley Hart and Lily Knox.

Ragin’ Cajuns Baseball looks to bounce back in 2026 after a 27-31 season, 16-14 in the Sun Belt, and missing a regional. Louisiana reloads with key transfers, elite freshmen arms, and a revamped pitching staff. After finishing tied for 4th in the SBC in 2025, the Cajuns return 15 players while adding 10 transfers and 9 freshmen to reshape the roster. Louisiana ranked 10th in batting, 8th in pitching (5.53 ERA), but struggled defensively with the second-most errors in the league and a .269 OBP ranking nationally. Can this new-look squad respond?

The Ragin’ Cajuns men’s basketball team kept their momentum rolling in Lafayette, battling in the MAC-SBC Challenge and earning a hard-fought 85–80 victory over Central Michigan. De’Vion Lavergne led the way with 19 points, while Karris Bilal and Todd Jones Jr. delivered career-high scoring performances in a comeback effort that lifted Louisiana to its fourth straight win. Meanwhile in women’s basketball, the Ragin’ Cajuns defeated Akron 82–71 on the road in the MAC-SBC Challenge. Louisiana’s freshman tandem of Amijah Price and Imani Daniels led the way by combining for 37 points, and the Cajuns . Softball split their Saturday matchups with North Texas and Jacksonville State. The Cajuns beat the Mean Green 10-5 in game 1 and fell to the Gamecocks in a 9-7 slugfest.

Ragin' Cajuns Softball is off to a 2-0 start to the season as Louisiana picked up victories against Tulsa and Jacksonville State. The Cajuns used a four-run inning to beat Tulsa 6-3 and a dramatic walk-off home run to edge Jacksonville State 8-7 at Lamson Park. UL powered past Tulsa after an early home-run shootout, seizing control with a decisive four-run frame and strong relief pitching. Emily Smith and Haley Hart homered early, while Kennedy Marceaux, Brooke Otto, Madyson Manning and Lilly Knox delivered key RBIs to put the game away. Julianne Tipton closed the door with four scoreless innings in relief. Against Jacksonville State, Louisiana survived multiple lead changes before Knox crushed a two-run walk-off homer in the seventh to cap an 8-7 thriller. Marceaux drove in three runs, Dayzja Williams sparked the offense, and Tipton again locked things down late to secure the win.

We break down the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns Football’s 2026 Signing Day haul — all 29 new recruits, local talent, positions, mid-year enrollees, key stars & why this class matters for the future. From in-state standouts like Ke'Rynn Smith, to top specialist Jackson Villaume, head coach Michael Desormeaux is locked in on his new group. Plus, Quannas White's squad picked up a thrilling Sun Belt road victory over James Madison thanks to a clutch shot by Dorian Finister. We recap how they pulled it off and what remains on their schedule.

Louisiana softball opens the 2026 season this week as the Ragin’ Cajuns return 14 players, add key transfers and debut a revamped coaching staff. Head coach Alyson Habetz says new offensive pieces and fresh perspectives could spark a big year. The Cajuns begin the season at the Louisiana Classic with four games, starting Friday against Tulsa and Jacksonville State.

The Louisiana men’s basketball picked up an 82-72 win over Georgia State while the women suffered a 51-point blowout loss to James Madison. Sophomore De'Vion Lavergne scored a career-high 23 points, while adding seven assists. Meanwhile, the ladies suffered their 13th loss by a double-digit margin this season and fell to 2-19.

The Ragin’ Cajuns are entering a new era of college athletics. Revenue sharing is changing how programs compete, fund rosters, and support athletes at UL. Here’s what it means for Louisiana, NIL, and the future of Cajuns athletics.

Ragin’ Cajuns NIL is at a crossroads. Louisiana can’t compete in today’s college athletic landscape without confronting this NIL reality head-on. From roster retention to recruiting, this is the moment UL must act — or risk falling behind in the Sun Belt and beyond. In this video, we break down: • Why NIL is no longer optional for UL • How peer programs are pulling away • What Cajuns fans must understand • The uncomfortable truth about money in college sports Plus, we recap Quannas White's Cajuns loss to App State last week and what remains on the schedule for them.

Ragin’ Cajuns basketball and football roster news as forward Josh Lewis is ruled out for the season, defensive lineman Fitzgerald West removes his name from the transfer portal and returns to UL, and the Cajuns add Howard transfer running back Anthony Reagan via the transfer portal. Full breakdown of what it means moving forward.

Louisiana football continues to build through the transfer portal as the Ragin’ Cajuns land East Texas A&M defensive end Tito Chikere. We break down what Chikere brings to the roster, how he fits into the Cajuns’ system, and why this signing strengthens UL’s portal class. What does this move say about Louisiana’s recruiting strategy and roster outlook moving forward?

Louisiana football linebacker Princeton Malbrue is back where it all started. The Lafayette native talks about transferring to the Ragin’ Cajuns, playing in front of family, following in his brother’s footsteps, and buying into Coach Desormeaux’s vision for the program. We break down what Malbrue brings to the Cajuns defense and how his return impacts UL’s linebacker room heading into the season. Plus, men's basketball has struggled in the 2025 season. We discuss what may be the reason for it and what the future will look like.

Louisiana football saw major offseason news as QB Walker Howard officially entered the NCAA transfer portal. We break down what it means for the Cajuns’ quarterback room and the direction of the program. Plus, the Ragin’ Cajuns announced new transfer portal additions—who’s in, what positions were addressed, and what holes still remain. We also preview UL men’s basketball vs Texas State, including key matchups, recent trends, and what Louisiana needs to do to get a Sun Belt road win.

Louisiana football is getting a familiar face back as Marquase Lovings is expected to return to Lafayette to coach the running backs. We break down why this move matters, how it impacts player development and recruiting, and what it says about the direction of the program. Also, we dive into the latest Ragin’ Cajuns football transfer portal news, including departures, targets, and what UL still needs to address heading into the offseason.

Freshman Joshua Lewis delivered the best scoring performance of his career as Louisiana men’s basketball took down ULM in Sun Belt action. We break down Lewis’ breakout night, what it means for the Cajuns moving forward, and how UL continues to trend in conference play. Plus, another staff change for Ragin’ Cajuns football as the program’s strength coach leaves Lafayette to reunite with Tommy Moffitt at Texas A&M. How big is the loss, and what’s next for UL’s offseason staff movement?

Ragin’ Cajuns football transfer portal news is heating up as quarterback Lunch Winfield confirms he’ll return to Louisiana in 2026. The Cajuns also land their first transfer portal commitment of the cycle, while two more UL players enter the portal. Full breakdown of what it means for the roster, QB room, and offseason strategy.

Louisiana football is active in the transfer portal, offering multiple defensive linemen as the Ragin’ Cajuns look to reload the front seven. Offers include Harding DL Joseph Oliwayemi, Harding DL Nii Addy (Jan. 9 visit), and NC Central EDGE Donquarius Parker (Jan. 7–8 visit). Full recruiting breakdown, visit timelines, and what it means for the Cajuns’ defense heading into next season.

The Ragin’ Cajuns couldn’t close out 2025 on a high note as South Alabama pulled off a road win in Lafayette on New Year’s Eve. We break down what went wrong for Louisiana men’s basketball and what the loss means moving forward. Plus, more offseason change for Cajuns football as running backs coach Matt Bergeron departs to become the offensive coordinator at Southeastern Louisiana. What does this mean for UL’s staff stability and recruiting heading into next season?

The Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns used a 17-4 run to begin the second half and never trailed for the second straight game, topping Norfolk State, 63-54, Sunday afternoon at the Cajundome in the first-ever meeting between the two schools.In this episode we point to key contributors to the win, like Milan Mejia, and look ahead to the Sun Belt conference matchup against South Alabama.

Ragin' Cajuns football loses running backs Bill Davis, Zylan Perry, and Hutch Swilley to the transfer portal, cutting the UL running back room in half.This episode dives into the latest developments on how this all came about and who the Cajuns should potentially target to replace them in the transfer portal.