
LSU Baseball Sets 2026 Fall Scrimmage slate
LSU will open its fall schedule on Oct. 31 against Samford in Biloxi, then host Troy and Southeastern Louisiana before the new season begins.
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LSU will open its fall schedule on Oct. 31 against Samford in Biloxi, then host Troy and Southeastern Louisiana before the new season begins.

A look at the mindsets shaping the Southern Conference’s 2026 football landscape.
The Crimson Tide will open its 2026‑27 season with a noon women's game followed by a 7 p.m. men's contest at Boutwell Auditorium, featuring coaches Pauline Love and Nate Oats and a field that includes Auburn, Samford and Alabama A&M.

The Cyclones lose their top three scorers and welcome fresh talent and coaching staff, setting the stage for a transformative year.

The Gators have secured nine transfer commitments, focusing on left‑handed arms and catcher depth, while still chasing top prospects ahead of the MLB Draft.

Dylan Haley, a three‑star cornerback from Georgia, pledged to the University of Tennessee, spurning Ole Miss, Auburn and Florida. His commitment adds depth to a 2027 class that now boasts double‑digit pledges.

Jake Souders, a standout outfielder from the Samford Bulldogs, is set to visit the University of Tennessee, where his bat and speed could add a new dimension to the Volunteers’ lineup.

The Blazers and Bulldogs will meet on October 3, 2026, at Protective Stadium, marking the second meeting in program history and featuring first‑year head coaches Alex Mortensen and John Grass.