LSU Stars Andrews and Jaquish Win Utah Talons Title

Two LSU softball legends just proved their winning ways extend far beyond Baton Rouge.

Aliyah Andrews and Sahvanna Jaquish captured the 2026 Athletes Unlimited Softball League championship with the Utah Talons, sweeping the Chicago Bandits 2-0 in the championship series at Davis Diamond in College Station, Texas. For Jaquish, it marks her second consecutive title with the Talons, while Andrews earned her first championship after joining the team this season.

The championship series showcased exactly why these former Tigers remain among softball's best. Utah opened with a nail-biting 2-1 victory, where Jaquish delivered the game-winning sacrifice fly in the sixth inning to push her team ahead.

Game 2 belonged to both stars. Andrews contributed a crucial single, scored a run, and played solid defense with two putouts as the Talons clinched the title with a 6-1 victory. Jaquish put the finishing touches on the championship with a solo home run in the seventh inning.

The season numbers tell the story of two complete players. Andrews batted .278 with 22 hits and 16 runs scored while swiping three bases and posting a .968 fielding percentage in the outfield. Jaquish displayed her versatility by playing second base, third base, and catcher throughout the season, finishing with a .247 batting average, four home runs, and an impressive .982 fielding percentage.

Why This Inspires

The Talons' perfect 4-0 record across the last two championship series represents more than just wins. Andrews and Jaquish are showing young athletes that the path from college stardom to professional success requires dedication, adaptability, and teamwork. Their ability to excel at the highest level of professional softball proves that LSU's championship culture travels with its players wherever they go.

The sweep also highlights the growing strength of women's professional softball, giving fans another reason to celebrate the sport's expansion.

Two Tigers turned Talons just reminded us that champions stay champions, no matter the uniform.