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The St. Landry Parish Athletic Commission hosted its annual football jamboree supper to kick off the high school football season. Six St. Landry Parish high school football coaches gathered to present and discuss their respective programs before competitive play begins.
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The St. Thomas More Catholic High School football program is preparing for the upcoming season after finishing 8-4 last year with a second-round playoff appearance. The Cougars are shifting to District 3-5A this season, joining a competitive eight-team district that includes several local schools like Barbe, Lafayette High, and Acadiana.
Read moreUniversity of Louisiana at Lafayette football player Gordon Jr. has been recognized for his defensive versatility in the secondary, earning a spot on the preseason watch list for the Jim Thorpe Award, which recognizes the nation's top defensive backs.
Read moreThe Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns briefly received votes in the Associated Press preseason Top 25 college football poll on Monday before the votes were removed due to an AP error. The mistake was quickly discovered and corrected.
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Teurlings Catholic Football team enters the 2024 season under second-year head coach Michael Courville with a new program motto "Next Step" after finishing last year with an 11-1 record. The Rebels will kick off their schedule on September 4 with a road game against rival St. Thomas More High School in non-district play.
Read moreSaints rookie receiver Jordyn Tyson, who has connections to the Louisiana area, is expected to miss approximately two months due to a hamstring injury, according to NFL Network. The injury will sideline the young receiver during a critical part of the NFL season.
Read moreLouisiana Ragin' Cajuns offensive tackle George Jackson is returning for his sixth and final season after recovering from a Lisfranc injury. The player is focused on making his comeback count as he prepares for the upcoming football season.
Read moreThe LSU Tigers football program has been ranked 11th in the Associated Press preseason top 25 poll for the 2026 college football season. The ranking reflects expectations for the upcoming year for the Louisiana-based powerhouse program.
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The Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns men's soccer team lost to Ole Miss 2-1 in their home opener on Sunday at the Home Bank Soccer and Track Complex. Despite a late goal by Miku Kurihara, the Cajuns couldn't overcome Ole Miss's early two-goal lead established in the first half.
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New Iberia Senior High has named 26-year-old Zi'yon Hill-Green, a former University of Louisiana football player, as its new head coach. The Yellowjackets are looking to bounce back in District 3-5A after going 0-10 last season.
Read moreThe University of Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns soccer team fell to Ole Miss 2-1 in their home opener despite outshooting their opponent 9-8. The loss drops the Cajuns to 1-1 on the season.
Read moreNew Orleans Saints backup quarterback Zach Wilson threw for 145 yards and a touchdown in a preseason game against Jacksonville. Wilson led the Saints to a 20-6 halftime lead, though the team ultimately fell to the Jaguars 24-20 in a game that held local interest for Saints fans throughout Louisiana.
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University of Louisiana at Lafayette men's basketball head coach Quannas White is building his roster for his second season, featuring returning players, transfers, and four incoming freshmen. The program is hosting community outreach camps and scheduling multiple in-state matchups for the upcoming season.
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The University of Louisiana football team held its annual Fan Day at Blackham Coliseum on Saturday, where student-athletes and coaches signed autographs for fans. The event became particularly memorable for 80-year-old Navy veteran Wade Plaisance, grandfather of Cajuns kicker Brek Shultz, when the team signed his new off-road walker.
Read moreThe New Orleans Saints lost to the Jacksonville Jaguars 24-20 after squandering a 14-point halftime lead. The Jaguars scored 18 unanswered points in the second half to complete the comeback victory.
Read moreThe University of Louisiana volleyball program is entering its 50th season with a strong roster featuring 14 returning players and three transfers. The Cajuns will open their 2026 season against Oklahoma.
Read moreLouisiana Athletics held its annual Fan Day at Blackham Coliseum to kick off the fall sports season. The event brought together fans and athletes to celebrate the start of the fall athletic calendar.
Read moreThe University of Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns football team held their first fall camp scrimmage, providing coaches and media with their initial look at full 11-on-11 action. The scrimmage is part of the team's preparation for their season opener against Lamar scheduled for September 5.
Read moreUniversity of Louisiana at Lafayette wide receiver Landon Strother has undergone collarbone surgery and will be sidelined. Strother had been participating in limited drills while recovering from his injury before the surgical procedure.
Read moreSkip Bertman, the legendary LSU baseball coach who transformed the program into a national powerhouse and later served as LSU Athletic Director, has died at age 88. Bertman, a towering figure in Louisiana sports history, passed away Friday morning in Baton Rouge.
Read moreThe University of Louisiana at Lafayette football team is focusing on defensive improvements to better stop opposing offenses from running the ball. With several returning defensive players, particularly along the defensive line, the Cajuns aim to create more disruption in the backfield during the upcoming season.
Read moreLSU head coach Lane Kiffin has decided to allow sophomore cornerback D.J. Pickett to continue wearing the number five jersey for the Tigers. The decision upholds the program's commitment to Pickett's uniform choice despite any potential controversy.
Read moreJayden Daniels, the 2023 Heisman Trophy winner who played quarterback for LSU, has issued a cease-and-desist letter to LSU regarding the use of his name, image, and likeness associated with his No. 5 jersey. Daniels, now a quarterback for the Washington Commanders, is asserting his rights over his personal brand and LSU can no longer use these materials.
Read moreRussell Babineaux is working to build on his freshman experience and make an impact for the UL Ragin' Cajuns during fall camp as he prepares for the 2026 season. The student-athlete is looking to earn the trust of coaches and contribute to the team's success.
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