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The 2026 Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns football schedule features a primetime rivalry game against the University of Louisiana at Monroe (ULM), located about two hours north of Lafayette. This in-state matchup will be played under the lights and represents a significant game for the Cajuns' upcoming season.
Read moreTravis Etienne, a native of Jennings, Louisiana, has completed his four-season NFL journey with the Jacksonville Jaguars and is returning home to Louisiana. The article follows his football career from his hometown through Clemson University to his professional career in the NFL.
Read moreUL football coach Tito Chikere is emphasizing a championship mindset for the Cajuns after they finished last season 6-7 overall with a 5-3 conference record, falling just short of Sun Belt Championship contention. One additional win would have put the team in position to compete for the conference title.
Read moreThe New Orleans Saints are three days into training camp with roster competition heating up as the team prepares for its preseason opener against the Jacksonville Jaguars on August 15. Travis Etienne is adding depth to the Saints backfield during the competitive camp sessions.
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New Orleans Saints wide receiver Chris Olave has agreed to a four-year contract extension worth up to $132 million, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. The deal keeps the Saints' star receiver with the team for the long term.
Read moreThe Lake Charles Gumbeaux Gators defeated the Acadiana Cane Cutters 3-1 on Wednesday night at Fabacher Field, with the Gators' pitching performance proving to be the deciding factor in the game.
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Former Lafayette Christian Academy running back Caiden Bellard is transferring to University High School in Baton Rouge for his junior season. Last season with the Knights, Bellard had an impressive performance with 1,532 rushing yards and 21 touchdowns, plus 9 receptions for 103 yards and 2 scores.
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Taysom Hill, who has been a member of the New Orleans Saints since 2017 and appeared in 118 games for the team, will not return for a 10th season. The Louisiana-based Saints quarterback's departure marks the end of his tenure with the NFL franchise.
Read moreLafayette Christian Academy running back Caiden Bellard is transferring to University Lab High School in Baton Rouge. The move represents a significant roster change for the LCA football program as Bellard departs for the Baton Rouge-based school.
Read moreThe Cane Cutters lost to the Gumbeaux Gators 2-1 in the first game of their Texas Collegiate League playoff semifinal series Tuesday night. A two-run third inning by the Gators proved to be the difference in the close matchup.
Read moreAidan Eshelman, shortstop for the Acadiana Cane Cutters, has been named the Texas Collegiate League Player of the Year after an exceptional offensive season. The honor recognizes one of the league's most dominant performances by a local player.
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Former LSU football standout Jamal Adams has signed with the Minnesota Vikings, bringing his decade of NFL experience to the team. The Louisiana State University product is adding defensive depth to Minnesota's roster.
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Lafayette's Flats 337 basketball team won the Cenla Alumni Basketball Tournament for the second consecutive year, defeating Peabody 75-68 and earning a $2,000 prize. The team's back-to-back tournament victories demonstrate their continued competitive success in the local basketball circuit.
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La Krewe Rush's 2011 boys ECNL team won the national championship tournament last week in Salt Lake City, Utah, defeating Hartford Athletic 2-1 in the championship game. The victory came at the United States Youth Soccer Boys 13U-15U National Championship tournaments.
Read moreCandice Puig has signed to play softball for the University of Louisiana at Lafayette after a journey marked by patience and perseverance. Despite facing setbacks along the way, she ultimately achieved her goal of earning the opportunity to play for the Ragin' Cajuns.
Read moreThe Lafayette Ballers of the American Basketball Association are conducting final tryouts at Carencro High School as a new coaching regime takes shape for the team. The tryouts are being held to establish the team's direction ahead of the upcoming season opening.
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Former UL Ragin' Cajuns basketball star Elfrid Payton returned home to participate in the Louisiana Men's Basketball offseason golf tournament on Saturday. Payton, who went on to play in the NBA, interacted with fans and current players at the event alongside head coach Quannas White.
Read moreOpelousas native Wyatt 'Wyo' Fontenot earned a gold medal in Moto X Best Whip competition at the 2026 X Games held in New Orleans at the Caesars Superdome. The achievement brings recognition to the local motocross athlete from the Acadiana region.
Read moreFormer LSU national champion Angel Reese made a stylish appearance at the 2026 WNBA All-Star Game in Chicago, showcasing her fashion sense in an all-pink, Barbie-inspired outfit. The Louisiana native continues to represent her home state on the national basketball stage following her successful college career at LSU.
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Opelousas native Wyatt 'Wyo' Fontenot won his first X Games gold medal on July 24, 2026, by winning the best whip competition at X Games New Orleans. The achievement marks a significant accomplishment for the local athlete in the freestyle sports competition.
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Notre Dame Pioneers football team finished last season with a 10-3 record under Head Coach Louis Cook, falling to Calvary Baptist 34-28 in overtime during the LHSAA football semifinals. The team is preparing for the 2026 season with a challenging non-district schedule and a transition into District 7-2A.
Read moreUL baseball head coach Matt Deggs believes the Ragin' Cajuns are positioned for a deeper postseason run in 2027 after falling short of a Super Regional appearance this year. The program has built momentum and is ready to take the next step in their development.
Read moreLSU football has been predicted to finish in the top 5 of the SEC conference according to preseason media polling results announced at SEC Football Media Days. The conference also unveiled its all-SEC preseason team selections.
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Former Cajun basketball players Elfrid Payton and Mylik Wilson, along with Oklahoma City Thunder assistant coach Mike Wilks, will serve as special guests at the 2026 Louisiana men's basketball golf classic. The tournament tees off Saturday and celebrates the university's basketball program.
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