LAFAYETTE, La. — South Alabama completed a three-game Sun Belt Conference sweep of Louisiana-Lafayette over the weekend, winning 9-5, 8-6 and 7-4.
It was the Jaguars’ first sweep of the Ragin’ Cajuns since 1999 and their first series sweep in Lafayette since 1995.
Sage, Baxter on the Mound
Brandon Sage pitched seven innings and allowed three runs in one of the victories. Lance Baxter worked the final two innings to earn the save.
Record Improves
The sweep lifted South Alabama to 18-20 overall and 8-10 in Sun Belt play. The Jaguars are coached by Steve Kittrell.
Busy Week Ahead
South Alabama plays at Nicholls State in Thibodaux, La., on Tuesday before returning to Eddie Stanky Field to host Alabama at 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 22. The Jaguars then play host to Middle Tennessee State in a weekend Sun Belt series.
