BATON ROUGE, LA -- Southern University Baseball is set to usher in a new season on Friday, February 13th, when the Jaguars welcome Miami (Ohio) for Opening Day. First pitch is scheduled for 3:00 PM, marking the start of what the program hopes will be an exciting and competitive 2026 campaign.
A New Season Begins in Baton Rouge
The Southern Jaguars enter Opening Day looking to build momentum early and establish their identity from the first pitch. With a blend of returning contributors and new faces, the Jaguars will be eager to set the tone in front of their home crowd.
Opening Day often brings extra energy, and Southern will look to capitalize on that atmosphere by playing clean, aggressive baseball on both sides of the ball—strong pitching, disciplined at-bats, and solid defense will be key themes as the season begins.
The Opponent: Miami (Ohio)
Standing in the Jaguars' way are the Miami RedHawks, a program known for its disciplined approach and competitiveness. Miami (Ohio) traditionally emphasizes pitching and fundamentals, which should provide an early-season test for Southern's lineup and patience at the plate.
What to Watch For
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Opening Day starter: How Southern's starting pitcher handles the first-game nerves and sets the tempo.
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Early offense: Timely hitting could be crucial against a fundamentally sound Miami (Ohio) squad.
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Energy and execution: Clean defense and smart base running often decide early-season matchups.
Game Details
With a fresh start and high expectations, Friday afternoon promises to be an exciting way to open the season for Southern University Baseball. Opening Day is here, and the Jaguars are ready to take the field. ?
