Lamar University’s baseball squad turned a rough start into a commanding run toward the Southland championship, capping the surge with an 11‑0 victory over Stephen F. Austin on Sunday.
A Dominant Shutout
The Cardinals erupted for 16 hits while five different pitchers combined for a shutout, delivering a decisive 11‑0 win that not only avenged an earlier loss but also secured their place in the championship series.
Road to the Title
After an opening defeat, Lamar reeled off four consecutive victories, including a 3‑2 win over UT‑Rio Grande Valley, an 8‑0 blanking of Northwestern State, and the 4‑2 triumph over Stephen F. Austin that propelled them into the finals.
McNeese, the No. 5 seed, earned their spot by edging No. 1 seed Southeastern Louisiana 8‑5 on Sunday, setting up a showdown against the Cardinals.
A Chance at History
The three‑game series will open at 6 p.m. Thursday inside Vincent‑Beck Stadium in Beaumont, where a win would deliver Lamar its first Southland tournament championship since the 2010 season, a milestone that has eluded the program for more than a decade.
Beyond the trophy, the run underscores the team’s resilience and depth, as contributions from multiple pitchers and a steady stream of hits have defined their path to the title.