The mid-week slate was none to kind for the Rebels last week as they were lucky to walk away with a series split against Louisiana Tech, thanks to a rain-out technicality.
This week, in-state rival Southern Miss comes to town, seeking revenge after losing the Super Regional last year as the host. They are responsible for letting the Rebs get hot.
The Golden Eagles are 8-3 on the season, with a sweep of both Liberty and Dallas Baptist, USM has struggled against Power 5 teams with their three losses coming against Mississippi State and Illinois twice.