The Hilltoppers (11-5) open Conference USA play with a three-game series at Old Dominion, starting at 5 p.m. CDT Friday.
"It's a tough conference," WKU redshirt junior reliever Jackson Sowell said. "The pitching is highly dominant. You've got some Friday night dudes that can really fill it up, but it's a tough conference. ... Every weekend's a battle, no matter who you're playing."
Old Dominion (13-4) is definitely not a team to be overlooked.
The Monarchs, led by former WKU coach Chris Finwood, have racked up some impressive victories so far, including a season-opening win over then-No.