Louisiana softball's Alyson Habetz announces breast cancer diagnosis
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 3:07 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
Louisiana softball head coach Alyson Habetz shared on Instagram that she has been diagnosed with breast cancer. Habetz revealed she had kept the diagnosis private until now, mentioning that she has undergone six rounds of chemotherapy. Despite her health challenges, she expressed optimism and eagerness for the upcoming 2027 season, stating, "It’s business as usual at Yvette Girouard Field at Lamson Park." The Cajuns completed the 2026 season with a 29-27 record.
- •Alyson Habetz diagnosed with breast cancer before the 2027 season.
- •She has completed six rounds of chemotherapy.
- •Habetz has remained optimistic about coaching the team next season.
- •Louisiana finished the 2026 season with a 29-27 record.
- •She expressed eagerness to return to her coaching role.
- 3:07 PMYahoo Sports — Louisiana softball's HC Alyson Habetz diagnosed with breast cancer
"On Aug. 24, Louisiana softball head coach Alyson Habetz announced she has breast cancer but she will be back for the 2027 season.
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