2016 Class of the Louisiana Softball hall of fame is consist of the names of Michael and Stefni Lotief, who are a part from the team of Ragin’s Cajuns. The whole class, which will be introduced in the hall of fame will get together at the New Orleans Airport – Crown Plaza Hotel after just one month. And everyone, who wants, can become a part of the prestigious ceremony.

Michael and Stefni Lotief are the co-coaches of the Ragin’s Cajuns softball team and they will deservedly find their places among the best in the sport. Other big names, who can be seen in the list are the players Ricky Latiolais, Ted Perrodin, Candice Jackson, Rogers Pope, Marcus Fontenot and the coaches Alyson Habetz, Yvette Girouard and Joseph Brignac.

Let’s take a look at the careers of the Lotiefs. Michael’s very first team to coach was the Louisiana Reflections, where he won five straight state championships. He also made 5 national tournament appearances with the team. Michael also won the U18 Nat. Championship 16 years ago.

Stefni’s role was more to develop the image of the Louisiana Reflections. She was so good at her job, that made the team look like one of the strongest in the USA. As a player, Stefni was a pitcher at the Ragin’s Cajuns between 1987 and 1990, winning the impressive number of 78 matches. She was the coach of the team (including the co-coaching position) in 12 seasons (601 wins).

Both were co-coaches of the Ragin’s Cajuns for the period between 2003 and 2012. After that, Michael kept his position as a coach, while Stefni became the administrator of the team.

No wonders why they are introduced in the hall of fame, because Michael managed to lead the team to 40+ victories per season, advancing to the Women’s College World Series on 3 occasions. He has also won lots of regional tournaments.

Casey Myers has returned to the Auburn softball program, after leaving it several months ago. He tried to find his place at the San Diego Pardes, but couldn’t fit to the team. However, the head coach of Auburn, Clint Myers has confirmed the move of Casey.

“He is back again and we are very happy to see him in the squad,” the coach – Clint Myers said in an interview. “Casey was released from the Pardes and now he is back. He feels much better with us and he is very happy to be part of our team. He just missed the teaching and coaching. Casey enjoyed all the people here!”

The new signing – Myers used to be a volunteer assistant with the Tigers, before making his move to San Diego. Myers was a staff coordinator there, but has now decided to return to his favourite team. Casey Myers also worked with the hitters of the team, and will surely continue with this responsibility.

When Casey left the team, the attacking stats took a down turn. It has decreased from .339 to .317 on average. We can also say that the Tigers have dropped with 1 position, as when Casey was on the team they were 4th in the country. Now they are fifth.

“The players are very, very excited to see Casey in the team again. We told them when we went to Atlanta on 1st September. Well, the new ones hadn’t the chance to work with him, but the others were very happy with his return,” Clint Myers added.

In conclusion, Casey Myers has recently been named to the Hall of Fame of Arizona State Athletics. He also had spent 5 seasons of playing career within the Oakland farm system. For sure, Myers will be very helpful to the team, especially to the hitters, who will surely improve their offensive performance again!