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How did they do in Sulphur? LHSAA state title updates for Houma- and Thibodaux-area baseball
Two Houma- and Thibodaux-area high school baseball teams made it to state last weekend, but neither won the state championship. Once teams make it to Sulphur, playoff rounds go from a three-game series to a single game. For teams in Divisions I, II, and III, this could potentially represent a major change. But for teams in Divisions IV and V, there's no change as every playoff round was one game. ...
Nicholls State University Boosts Local Economy and Security with New Cybersecurity Programs
Nicholls State University in Thibodaux, Louisiana, has received two cybersecurity grants from the Louisiana Board of Regents. These grants are part of a state initiative to improve cybersecurity education and workforce development. The funds will help start a Maritime Cybersecurity program and the Louisiana Cyber Academy at the university.
Fletcher Tech Launches New Electrocardiograph Technician Program in Schriever Starting June 3
Fletcher Technical Community College in Schriever, LA, is starting a new Electrocardiograph Technician Program on June 3, 2024. The 12-week, 135-hour hybrid program will train students to become electrocardiograph technicians, who perform cardiovascular diagnostic tests. The training covers basic anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
Fletcher Technical College Opens Applications for Line Worker Training Program Starting July 2024
Fletcher Technical Community College in Thibodaux, LA, is accepting applications for the 17th cohort of its Line Worker program, starting on July 1st, 2024. This 22-week course provides training for careers in the utility sector, including NCCER Certification and CDL training.
How Vandebilt Catholic softball overcame slow start, rematches to win state-record title
Vandebilt Catholic has one of the best high school softball programs in LHSAA history. However, that doesn't mean the Terriers always live up to their high expectations. VCHS had 14 state titles to its name entering this season, but it hadn't won any in a decade. In fact, before 2024, the Terriers had been to state twice since that 2014 championship, losing to Archbishop Hannan in the semifinals two years ago and losing a heartbreaker to Buckeye...
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