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2022 was a chaotic but fun year for LSU sports. It was a transition year to say the least, with LSU’s top programs going through coaching changes that saw plenty of names come and go.
I think LSU fans are pleased with the results of 2022, but the bar wasn’t exactly high. Kelly blew the expectations for the football program out of the water and Mulkey has made her program a national title contender.
McMahon is 12-1 after rebuilding a roster from scratch and Johnson has LSU baseball as the preseason No. 1. If 2022 was the year of rebuilding, then 2023 will be about taking the next step.
Kelly’s squad is going to generate playoff hype next fall and the challenge will now become meeting expectations when the bar is raised. Despite being a No. 3 seed, Mulkey didn’t make the Sweet 16 last year. With even more talent on this years’ squad, fans will expect more.
The expectations for Johnson are clear starting the year at No. 1.
McMahon, he’s in the toughest situation of all, and with sanctions remaining a possibility, it’s fair to give him more time before setting real goals for his program.
The gymnastics and softball programs were both sent home a little earlier than they hoped too, albeit having successful seasons. Those teams remain talent rich and fans will expect some noise in the postseason.
There’s a lot to be excited for as LSU heads into 2023, but the stakes have been raised.
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