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LSU Baseball Looks to Avoid Sweep Against Vanderbilt
Tigers face Commodores in Game 3 of SEC series on Sunday afternoon
Mar. 15, 2026 at 4:39pm
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After a tough 11-3 loss to Vanderbilt on Saturday night, the LSU Tigers will look to avoid being swept in their SEC opening series when they take on the Commodores in the final game on Sunday afternoon. LSU starting pitcher Cooper Moore was charged with the loss in the previous game, and the Tigers will now turn to William Schmidt to take the mound in the series finale.
Why it matters
This early-season SEC matchup is an important test for the No. 9 ranked LSU Tigers, who are looking to bounce back after a disappointing loss and avoid being swept by their conference rival Vanderbilt. The outcome of this game could have implications for both teams' standings and momentum as the season progresses.
The details
LSU coach Jay Johnson acknowledged the team's need to improve, saying "We want to be better, our players want to be better, and we will continue to put in the work we need to do in order to get better." The Tigers will send sophomore right-hander William Schmidt to the mound, who has a 3-1 record and 2.45 ERA so far this season. Vanderbilt, meanwhile, has been led offensively by infielder Ryker Waite (.396 batting average) and utility player Braden Holcomb (10 home runs, 31 RBIs).
- The game is scheduled for Sunday, March 15 at 3 p.m. CT.
The players
Jay Johnson
The head coach of the LSU Tigers baseball team.
Cooper Moore
The LSU starting pitcher who took the loss in Saturday's game against Vanderbilt.
William Schmidt
The LSU sophomore right-handed pitcher who will start on the mound for the Tigers in Sunday's game.
Ryker Waite
The Vanderbilt infielder who is batting a team-high .396 this season.
Braden Holcomb
The Vanderbilt utility player who leads the team in home runs (10) and RBIs (31).
What they’re saying
“We want to be better, our players want to be better, and we will continue to put in the work we need to do in order to get better. I need to do what's best for our players, so helping them to play better baseball via shifting personnel, via coaching development, is really important. I can tell you that is taking place in a very serious and thoughtful manner.”
— Jay Johnson, LSU Head Coach
What’s next
The outcome of Sunday's game will determine whether LSU is able to avoid being swept by Vanderbilt in their SEC opening series.
The takeaway
This early-season SEC matchup is a crucial test for the LSU Tigers, who are looking to bounce back from a tough loss and prove they can compete with one of the conference's top teams. The Tigers' ability to regroup and secure a win on Sunday could set the tone for the rest of their season.
