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LHSAA rules top college football recruit ineligible to play final season of high school basketball Play Video
December 20, 2023 4:39 PM
ZACHARY - A top Louisiana student-athlete is having a tough time with a decision handed down by the Louisiana High School Athletic Association. That athlete played football during the 2023 season, but is ineligible to play basketball. The Zachary High School student-athlete and his lawyer say they're looking for answers... more » -
Man who killed LSU basketball star Wayde Sims gets life sentence
July 7, 2022 12:53 PM
BATON ROUGE - A man who murdered rising LSU basketball star Wayde Sims during a street fight nearly four years ago was handed a life sentence Thursday. Prosecutors with the East Baton Rouge District Attorney's Office told WBRZ that Dyteon Simpson was sentenced to life in prison without the... more » -
Jury could have verdict soon in LSU basketball star's killing Play Video
April 11, 2022 9:00 AM
BATON ROUGE - A man accused of murdering LSU basketball standout Wayde Sims during a fight in 2018 will soon learn his fate. Dyteon Simpson's trial reached closing arguments late Monday morning, meaning the case will go to the jury shortly. Once it's in the hands of jurors, a... more » -
Tom Brady officially retires from NFL after days of conflicting reports
February 1, 2022 9:41 AM
TAMPA BAY, Fla. - Tom Brady officially announced his retirement from the NFL after a whirlwind of reports over the weekend speculating on the storied quarterback's future in the league. Brady, 44, made the announcement official with posts on social media thanking his teammates and his family Tuesday morning.... more » -
Serena Williams not participating in U.S. Open due to injury
August 25, 2021 10:14 AM
Serena Williams, a world-renowned 23-time Grand Slam champion, has not played on tour since an injured right hamstring forced her out of her first-round match at Wimbledon and now she's said she will miss the final tennis major of the year, according to the New York Times . The... more » -
Bill could allow for college athletes to profit from their likeness Play Video
April 29, 2021 8:32 PM
BATON ROUGE - A proposed state senate bill to allow college athletes in Louisiana to earn money off their likeness is gaining momentum. "That's just fair," said Senator Cleo Fields. Fields is the chairman of the Louisiana Senate Committee on Education that approved bill SB-60 on Thursday allowing... more » -
LSU engineering students create life-changing prosthetic for Catholic High athlete Play Video
April 9, 2021 7:29 PM
BATON ROUGE - High school senior James Robert III runs track for Catholic High. Right now, Robert spends a lot of time running and working out to ensure he is in peak condition for his 100-meter and 200-meter events. Robert believes he’ll reach his goals with hard work and... more » -
US Olympic gold medalist charged in Capitol riot
January 13, 2021 5:36 PM
WASHINGTON - A former swimmer and U.S. Olympic gold medalist is facing charges after allegedly taking part in the unlawful entrance of the U.S. Capitol building last week. Police identified 38-year-old Klete Keller, a 6'6" swimmer, thanks in part to his height, but also because of a Team USA... more » -
Sports2-A-Days-Previews: Madison Prep Chargers Play Video
July 11, 2020 11:40 PM
A 9-1 regular season had the Madison Prep Chargers thinking state title but a third round playoff loss resulted in some off season soul searching.Their offensive line got bigger, their skill guys got faster and the team as a whole got hungrier. The state's leading passer Zeon Chriss is back... more » -
Sports2-a-Days Preview: St. James Wildcats Play Video
July 4, 2020 11:55 PM
Hard to beat an undefeated season that ended with a state championship. Don't tell that to the St. James Wildcats. After 15 straight wins and the 3A title in the dome, Robert Valdez's boys have cat scratch fever. The offense has a few questions with a first year starter under... more » -
With safeguards in place, Catholic High football team returns for on-campus workouts Tuesday Play Video
June 7, 2020 4:01 PM
BATON ROUGE - Catholic High Head Football Coach Gabe Fertitta and his staff have been preparing to welcome back students for summer workouts on June 8 for a while. "These kids need something positive, and June 8 is going to be positive," Fertitta said. "We've really had to expand... more » -
The story behind Jah'von Grigsby's recruiting surge Play Video
May 31, 2020 12:05 AM
BATON ROUGE- Recruiting is one of the more fickle aspects of high school athletics. This time last year, no one was talking about Scotlandville's Jah'von Grigsby, but fast forward to now and he's on everyone's lips and recruiting boards. "I wake up in the morning. Take my phone... more » -
Trendon Watford declares for NBA Draft; Will maintain eligibility
April 12, 2020 7:15 PM
LSU forward Trendon Watford, a member of the 2020 All-SEC Freshman team, announced on Sunday that he will enter the 2020 NBA Draft process. Watford’s current plans are to retain his eligibility as he goes through the NBA evaluation process. Watford announced his decision earlier on Sunday on his... more » -
Former LSU wide receiver and track star Orlando McDaniel dies from coronavirus
March 28, 2020 4:58 PM
Orlando McDaniel, a two-sport star in football and track field at LSU Tigers and a former receiver with the Denver Broncos, died from complications related to coronavirus on Friday night. McDaniel, 59, fell ill after traveling to Washington, D.C., to visit a family member, according to LSU track and... more » -
Still recovering from life-changing injury, former SU football player moves into new wheelchair-accessible home Play Video
July 18, 2019 7:25 PM
BATON ROUGE - Nearly four years after a devastating hit changed the course of his life, former Southern University football player Devon Gales and his family are moving into a new home, and he will be tackling a new life. “It feels like a dream come true. Something that... more » -
McKinley High athletes want playoff suspension waived Play Video
July 16, 2018 11:38 PM
BATON ROUGE - A couple dozen students and parents attended a closed-door meeting Monday evening with McKinley High officials about recent sanctions from the state athletic board. "If we can't go to the playoffs then what are we still doing here?" asked sophomore and basketball player Carlyle Smith. ... more » -
Scotlandville High athlete, one of the top in the nation, signs with LSU Basketball
November 8, 2017 4:16 PM
BATON ROUGE - One of the most sought-after high school recruits in the country can be found right here in Baton Rouge, and he doesn't plan on moving away anytime soon. Scotlandville High School's Ja'Vonte Smart is a 5-star prospect, ranked No. 17 in the overall recruiting class according... more »