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The LSU Shreveport Pilots baseball team completes an undefeated season, capturing the NAIA Baseball National Championship and setting multiple records.
Shreveport, Louisiana – The LSU Shreveport Pilots baseball team has made history by completing a perfect season with a record of 59-0 and capturing the NAIA Baseball National Championship in 2025. This remarkable achievement marks the first time the Pilots have finished a season undefeated, and their dominance throughout the season has set multiple school and national records.
The team clinched the title of the Red River Athletic Conference, finishing with an impeccable 30-0 record in conference play. Their path to the national championship showcased their exceptional performance, which included winning 28 games by a margin of at least 10 runs, demonstrating their offensive and defensive superiority.
In terms of offensive statistics, LSU Shreveport boasted a team batting average of .376, which ranks third in the nation. Their ability to reach base was equally impressive, as the team recorded an on-base percentage of .493, placing them second nationally and setting a new school record. The Pilots’ slugging percentage reached .601, ranking fifth in the country and establishing yet another school record. Throughout the season, they scored a total of 665 runs, which is the highest in the program’s history, and tallied 614 RBIs, also a program record. Additionally, their ability to draw walks led to a total of 388, setting a new school benchmark.
The Pilots’ pitching staff was equally impressive with a team earned run average (ERA) of 2.38, the best in the nation and a school record. They recorded 10.55 strikeouts per nine innings (K/9), placing third nationally. The team’s dominance in the field is highlighted by an opponent batting average of .192, which also stands as the best in the nation. LSU Shreveport’s fielding percentage of .982 topped national rankings and set a school record.
Under the leadership of Coach Brad Neffendorf, who has a six-season record of 270-49 at LSU Shreveport, the Pilots broke the previous record for most consecutive wins by a four-year school, which stood at 46 wins. Earlier in the season, they made headlines by securing their 58th consecutive win against Hope International with a score of 14-4, setting a new record for all levels of college baseball. Their current win streak remains the longest in college baseball history.
With a perfect season now etched in the annals of college baseball history, the LSU Shreveport Pilots have solidified their legacy in the sport. Not only did they set several records, but they also accomplished an extraordinary feat that will be remembered by their supporters and the broader collegiate athletics community.
As they move forward, the Pilots aim to build on this historic season, continuing to represent exemplary teamwork and outstanding athleticism that defined 2025. Their exceptional performance has undoubtedly raised the standard for future teams in the conference and beyond.
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Additional Resources
- Shreveport Bossier Advocate: LSU Shreveport Baseball
- Wikipedia: LSU Shreveport
- KSLA: LSU Shreveport Baseball
- Google Search: LSU Shreveport baseball NAIA championship
- New York Times: Undefeated LSU Shreveport
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Baseball
- Shreveport Times: Historic Baseball Season
- Google News: LSU Shreveport baseball
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