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Soccer Hosts Arizona State for Sunday Home Opener
BATON ROUGE – The LSU Soccer Team (1-0-0) is set to host Arizona State (1-0-2) for their home opener on Sunday, August 25th at 7 p.m. CT inside the LSU Soccer Stadium. “Building off the momentum from our first win last week is crucial as we head into our home opener against Arizona State. There’s nothing like playing in front of our fans, and we’re excited to bring that energy to the field on Sunday,” said head coach Sian Hudson. “Arizona State is always a strong opponent, and I think Graham (Winkworth) does a great job, so this game will be a good test for us before we hit the road next week. We’re focused and ready to get the job done as we continue to push forward this season.”
Free cancer screenings at first Barbershop Bash, men feel encouraged to talk about health
BATON ROUGE — Saturday morning, Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center teamed up with Webb's Barbershop and other organizations to provide free colorectal cancer and prostate cancer screenings. Besides the food, music, and fun, health vendors were at the event providing resources to everyone in attendance. Attendee Kevin Price said...
He won championships at three other schools. Now he's Liberty's head track coach
After helping Scotlandville sweep Class 5A outdoor and Division I indoor track titles in 2023-24, Kevin Jackson is moving on and moving up with a District 4-5A rival. Jackson is the new boys/girls track coach at Liberty. A former Ruston and Louisiana Tech competitor, Jackson also was part of championship teams as an assistant at Ruston and New Living Word.
Louisiana state senator takes aim at gun-free zones around UL Lafayette
State Sen. Blake Miguez, R-New Iberia, is picking a fight with the University of Louisiana Lafayette over its new off-campus gun-free zones. He believes the designated areas could lead to a lawsuit that he foresees ending firearm restrictions entirely at all schools. (Allison Allsop / Louisiana Illuminator) State Sen. Blake...
Jay Johnson announces LSU Baseball Summer Awards
BATON ROUGE, La. – LSU baseball coach Jay Johnson on Saturday announced the Tigers’ Summer 2024 team awards, recognizing four players who have distinguished themselves on the field, in the weight room and in the classroom. Sophomore outfielder Ashton Larson is LSU’s Summer Player of the Year, junior...
Final LSU football depth chart projections following preseason practice
BATON ROUGE – LSU football wrapped up its 20th preseason practice Saturday, holding a "dress rehearsal" of sorts inside Tiger Stadium. While the Tigers began game preparation for their 2024 season opener against USC this past week, when the calendar flips to Monday, they will have officially reached game week. No. 12 LSU...
LSU women's basketball's officially cleared to play after knee injury
BATON ROUGE – Kim Mulkey and LSU women's basketball received some good news Saturday. Forward Sa'Myah Smith has officially been cleared for full basketball activities, per an Instagram story posted to LSU point guard Last-Tear Poa's page. Smith, who is entering her third season with the Tigers, missed the majority of the 2023-24 season after suffering a season-ending knee injury last November. ...
Photo Gallery: ED White Scrimmage
E.D. White football faced off in a scrimmage against Comeaux, and Coach Kyle was pleased with the team's performance. The offense was balanced, racking up several yards, while the defense played aggressively. Throughout the scrimmage, E.D. White rotated several players on both sides of the ball. Photos by Brad Weimer.
McNeese comeback effort comes up short against Tarleton State
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - In dramatic fashion the McNeese Cowboys opened their 2024 college football season with a 26-23 loss on the road to the Tarleton State Texans. McNeese started off strong with a couple of chunk run plays, before Clifton McDowell fumbled on the first drive leading to a Texans field goal.
Hazmat scene at Highway 1 near Morganza Spillway
MORGANZA - Fire officials are managing a Hazmat scene on Highway 1 near the Morganza Spillway, according to the Morganza Fire Department. Fire officials say there is no threat to the public and the situation is isolated to one specific area. Officials did not identify what substance leaked or how the Hazmat scene took place.
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