Softball Offseason

[cajunref]

I believe we will land a big time, talented local player in the portal.

3B from Alabama.

[VObserver]

3B from Alabama.

She hit .310 for the Tide in limited playing time, going 13/42 with 9 Runs and 9 RBI, 2 doubles and 2 HR.

[JMV JustMyView]

3B from Alabama.

Great kid and great ball player.

[CajunSaint08]

In my opinion this off season will be the most critical off-season for the future of the program. I believe some tough decisions will need to be made with the roster and staff. Unfortunately the way this team was decimated and how the NIL and portal is, it may take a little longer to get back to a national level. Key off season questions marks:
1. What will this coaching staff look like next season? (I think the Cajuns will have two new assistant coaches)
2. Who transfers in? (I believe the Cajuns will hit the portal hard for experience players and power hitters)
3. Who transfers out? (Do the Cajuns cut bait with anyone who isn't contributing)
4. What does the team do different to reach the next level? (Getting Delbrey and Hoover 100% healthy will be huge for next season)
5. Will any incoming or red shirt freshman step up? (Look for Knox to be huge for the Cajuns next season, Haley Hart also could be a big time player)
6. How will the schedule play out? (Do the Cajuns continue to schedule hard or soften the schedule depending on the roster next season)

In my opinion everything from top to bottom that has any involvement with the program will need to be evaluated. A lot was learned for Coach Aly this season. I expect next season for the Cajuns to be back in a regional and regain the top spot in the conference. Geaux Cajuns.

Great points. I'm worried about losing Wheeler and Smith. Two very good players to rebuild the program around, as well as a couple of others. I'm scared NIL will entice them to move on. And I so heartily agree that this off season will be the most critical off-season for the future of the program.

These girls worked their butts off this year, but we did not have the talent that we have been spoiled with for the last 30 years. Looking forward to next year to go back to Cajun domination.

[JMV JustMyView]

Great points. I'm worried about losing Wheeler and Smith. Two very good players to rebuild the program around, as well as a couple of others. I'm scared NIL will entice them to move on. And I so heartily agree that this off season will be the most critical off-season for the future of the program.

These girls worked their butts off this year, but we did not have the talent that we have been spoiled with for the last 30 years. Looking forward to next year to go back to Cajun domination.

Mallory and Emith are committed to getting this program back to national relevance. They both have goals to be the next all american at UL. They will return.

[CajunSaint08]

Mallory and Emith are committed to getting this program back to national relevance. They both have goals to be the next all american at UL. They will return.

Thanks,

Geaux Cajuns!

[JMV JustMyView]

I didn't say that. Of course we would want all that, but we don't need all that to get back to where we were. We DO need more power and better clutch hitting and for Hoover/Delbry/Wheeler + a recruit or portal pitcher to be effective. The hitters don't need to hit .350 and have 15 HR, but .300+ and 8-10 HR would be nice. There are a number of those that may be in the portal this year. Once the portal opens, we will have a much better idea about what is available.

Remember, according to what I have heard, we will fund all 25 allowed scholarships next year, so everyone can get a full ride. Also the roster limit is 25; so no matter how much NIL money the big girls have, they can only give it to 25 girls. No more big rosters. There will be girls available.

I did a little research and learned that most teams carry 20-22 players. Very seldom does a team have 25 or 25+ players. I don't think teams having big roster will be an issue. It will be interesting to see if Coach Aly evens wants to carry 25 players.

[VObserver]

I did a little research and learned that most teams carry 20-22 players. Very seldom does a team have 25 or 25+ players. I don't think teams having big roster will be an issue. It will be interesting to see if Coach Aly evens wants to carry 25 players.

My point was that as long as we fund all scholarships, we will still be able to compete.

[JMV JustMyView]

My point was that as long as we fund all scholarships, we will still be able to compete.

I think so.

[Louisiana84]

We're coming back with a vengeance. Take that to the bank.