One day before taking the softball field for a conference series against Northwestern State, Nicholls' freshman Leslie Bourgeois placed fourth at the LSU Relays with a 151-foot javelin toss.
The throw gives her the qualifying mark necessary to participate in the NCAA Mideast Regionals later this year.
Bourgeois, who came within 3 ½ feet of first place, broke the school record in Nicholls opening outdoor meet in March. She bested Kristy Mire’s all-time mark with a 135-2 throw.
Bourgeois, who placed second for Central Lafourche High School at last year’s state meet, has already qualified for the USA Junior National Championships that will take place at the end of June in Indianapolis, Ind.