Mississippi State didn’t need much offense on Saturday, but it sure didn’t hurt to drop five runs in the first inning and just let Peja Goold take it from there.

The Bulldogs beat No. 20 LSU 5-2 to clinch the series, and the story felt pretty simple.

Goold was in control again, the seniors showed up on their day, and Nusz Park turned into a record-setting wall of noise on Super Bulldog Weekend.

— Mississippi State Softball (@HailStateSB) April 25, 2026

LSU jumped ahead with a first inning homer, but that lead evaporated quicker than a puddle in the Mississippi summer.

Paige Ernstes stepped in and delivered a go-ahead three-run shot for the second straight day.…