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.