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  • LSU board unanimously approves new contract for Coach Jay Johnson

    October 19, 2023 4:09 PM

    BATON ROUGE - LSU approved a new contract for Jay Johnson that will make him one of the highest paid baseball coaches in the country. The Advocate reports the new deal will pay Johnson $12.55 million over the course of seven years, extending it through 2030. Johnson led... more »
  • Services to take place this weekend for beloved Live Oak coach, mentor

    January 5, 2023 7:29 PM

    WATSON - The community will honor the life of a longtime coach and educator this weekend with services for Freddie Mack London set for Saturday. London passed away Dec. 28 at the age of 70. He spent much of his life mentoring children as a football and basketball... more »
  • Hudson Fuller named new head football coach at Catholic Play Video

    December 21, 2022 3:03 PM

    On Thursday, Catholic pulled a double dip, signing 5 star Shelton Sampson to LSU and Hudson Fuller as the Bears' newest head coach. Fuller takes over for David Simoneaux who stepped down from the position earlier this month. This is the Baton Rouge native's second stint with the Bears.... more »
  • Harvey Adger, head basketball coach at Glen Oaks, notches 900th victory Play Video

    December 1, 2021 11:53 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Inside the gym that bears his name Wednesday night, Harvey Adger paced the bench as his Glen Oaks Panthers basketball team defeated Northeast High School for his 900th career win. "He's been here 40-plus years, same spot," Kenneth Haynes, an assistant coach and former player for... more »
  • LSU trying to snag Notre Dame's coordinators in wake of Kelly hire

    November 30, 2021 12:33 PM

    BATON ROUGE - LSU is making moves to bring over more of Brian Kelly's staff from Notre Dame as the Tigers introduce their new head football coach on Tuesday. The Athletic reported Tuesday that LSU was in contact with offensive coordinator Tommy Rees and defensive coordinator Marcus Freeman in... more »
  • Saints kicker Cody Parkey placed on injured reserve after one game

    October 12, 2021 2:00 PM

    NEW ORLEANS - Less than a week after the Saints picked up free agent Cody Parkey, the kicker is going on injured reserve. Reports said Parkey injured his groin during pregame in Washington this past weekend. #Saints K Cody Parkey, who injured his groin pregame and tried... more »
  • Woodlawn High coach on leave after player alleges coach spit on him, used racial slur Play Video

    September 22, 2021 5:03 PM

    UPDATE Oct. 13, 2021: Attorneys from both sides were in court Wednesday for a hearing after a judge previously denied a request for a restraining order against coach Weber Mansur. A hearing was held Wednesday where the injunction was denied. The attorney representing the student involved said a... more »
  • LSU quarterback TJ Finley transferring to Auburn

    May 24, 2021 12:35 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Quarterback TJ Finley won't be suiting up for the Purple and Gold next season, but he'll still be in the SEC West. On Monday, the sophomore and Ponchatoula native tweeted a video revealing his decision to transfer to Auburn. pic.twitter.com/zR0hKqjtEd — TJ Finley?? (@tj_finley1)... more »
  • LSU paying Kim Mulkey about $2.5M in her first year as coach; read the full contract here Play Video

    April 27, 2021 10:32 PM

    BATON ROUGE - As LSU welcomes new women's basketball coach Kim Mulkey, she is being met with a substantial payday. According to documents obtained by WBRZ, LSU is prepared to pay Mulkey a hefty salary of about $2.5 million during the first year of her coaching. Mulkey's pay will... more »
  • Kevin James to star as Saints coach Sean Payton in upcoming movie

    April 12, 2021 11:42 AM

    NEW ORLEANS - Comedian Adam Sandler's production company is working with Netflix to produce a comedy based on New Orleans Saints Head Coach Sean Payton and his 2012 suspension from the NFL. According to NBC Sports' Peter King , actor Kevin James will play Payton in the film 'Home... more »
  • LSU's handling of scandals could make it 'difficult' for university to secure funding, lawmaker says

    April 6, 2021 1:00 PM

    BATON ROUGE — The second-ranking Republican in the House said lawmakers may consider requiring university officials to be terminated if they fail to report allegations of sexual assault. Tanner Magee, the speaker pro tempore, also said the Legislature will push LSU hard to improve its handling of the complaints... more »
  • Legendary Capitol High coach, Southern University athlete Roman Bates dead at 86 Play Video

    April 2, 2021 4:27 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Roman Bates, a longtime football coach and player who spent decades working with kids at Capitol High, passed away Friday. He was 86. Bates coached football at Capitol High 34 years. He ended his coaching career with a single season at Christian Life Academy and an... more »
  • Agency will investigate former LSU president's claim that board intervened in athletics affairs

    March 19, 2021 3:03 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Former LSU President F. King Alexander may have landed Louisiana's flagship university back under the microscope this week by alleging that the Board of Supervisors meddled in his duties during his tenure there, a revelation that came out as Alexander fights to keep his new job at... more »
  • Les Miles' attorney responds to sexual harassment allegations after KU places him on administrative leave following LSU report Play Video

    March 5, 2021 8:37 PM

    UPDATE: Days after Miles was placed on leave, the former LSU head coach and KU mutually agreed to part ways late Monday night. LAWRENCE, KS. - Les Miles' attorney fires back at the University of Kansas after they placed their head football coach, Les Miles, on administrative leave following... more »
  • Report: Settlement uncovered between Les Miles, former LSU student over alleged harassment

    February 24, 2021 2:47 PM

    BATON ROUGE - An alleged settlement between former LSU football coach Les Miles and a former student who accused him of harassment several years ago has surfaced as a result of a third-party probe into the university's Title IX policies, according to The Advocate . The newspaper reports the... more »
  • LSU names Daronte Jones as new defensive coordinator

    January 25, 2021 6:01 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Head Coach Ed Orgeron announced Tuesday that LSU has officially hired Daronte Jones as the new defensive coordinator. Jones previously coached alongside former LSU defensive coordinator Dave Aranda for one season at Wisconsin in 2015. In the last five years, Jones spent his time coaching... more »
  • Joe Burrow's surgery successful, expected to make 'complete recovery'

    December 3, 2020 2:45 PM

    CINCINNATI - Former LSU quarterback Joe Burrow underwent successful surgery this week after suffering a gruesome knee injury over a week ago. The Cincinnati Bengals announced Thursday that the Heisman winner's surgery went as planned, and the rookie is expected to make a full recovery. Burrow suffered a torn... more »
  • LSU sports legend Skip Bertman expected to be released from hospital this weekend

    December 2, 2020 1:44 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Skip Bertman, LSU's former head baseball coach and athletic director, is in the hospital this week.will be heading back home soon after spending much of the past week in the hospital. Bertman is being treated for an infection but is said to be resting comfortably and... more »
  • Shaq spotted at PMAC for LSU Basketball's home-opener

    November 30, 2020 8:00 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Sports legend and former LSU Basketball star Shaquille O'Neal was spotted at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center as the Tigers host their first home game of the 2020 season. His son, Shareef O'Neal, is expected to play Monday night. Shaq was spotted in the bleachers shortly... more »
  • Coach O shares information on how to prevent the spread of the coronavirus

    March 14, 2020 3:53 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Even though all sporting events are cancelled as of now due to the coronavirus one head football coach shares a friendly reminder on how to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards tweeted a PSA from LSU head football coach Ed Orgeron Saturday... more »
  • Cincinnati steakhouse unveils crawfish-themed dish named after Joe Burrow

    January 21, 2020 7:04 PM

    CINCINNATI, OH - Football fans in Ohio are ready to welcome back LSU's all-time great quarterback Joe Burrow with open arms, and that excitement is manifesting in some unique ways. Burrow, an Ohio native, is expected to be the #1 overall pick when the Cincinnati Bengals kick off the... more »
  • Dave Aranda gets standing ovation in first appearance as Baylor head coach

    January 20, 2020 3:30 PM

    WACO, TX - Former LSU defensive coordinator Dave Aranda spoke at Baylor University for the first time since taking over as head coach of its football team. Just a week after his national championship win with LSU, Aranada got his first taste of life as Baylor head coach in... more »
  • Report: Corey Raymond has turned down a job offer from Texas A&M

    January 18, 2020 9:57 PM

    BATON ROUGE - With Joe Brady going back to the NFL and Dave Aranda leaving LSU for Baylor, familiar faces will be few and far between this upcoming season, but one coach is staying put for now. According to sources LSU's defensive back coach, Corey Raymond has turned down... more »
  • Ed Orgeron's high school shows their support for LSU

    January 13, 2020 3:06 PM

    GALLIANO - South Lafourche High School is showing their support for LSU on the field that Coach "O" once played on. Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Office tweeted photos of hundreds of students and faculty forming the letter "O" in honor of high school alumnus Coach "O" while wearing their best... more »
  • Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson shares a meaningful memory about Coach 'O'

    January 13, 2020 2:44 PM

    Most famous for his roles in action packed blockbusters, A-list celebrity Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson shared a special memory about LSU's head coach, Ed Orgeron. As LSU released its most recent hype video earlier today, fans were pumped to hear that it was narrated by Johnson. They were even... more »
  • Inspired by Burrow's speech, man donates winnings from Heisman bet to young LSU fan Play Video

    December 16, 2019 3:51 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Matt Porter and his girlfriend Carissa knew the odds were very good for Joe Burrow to win Saturday night but were still ecstatic nonetheless. "We went crazy. We celebrated," Matt said. "We were at Walk-Ons in Ft. Lauderdale. We kept it in the LSU family." ... more »
  • Joe Burrow receives letter from Billy Cannon's family day before Heisman announcement

    December 13, 2019 3:01 PM

    NEW YORK - Joe Burrow is slated to become just the second athlete in LSU history to win the Heisman Trophy, and the family of the man who pulled it off 60 years ago gave the QB one final show of support on the eve of the award ceremony. ... more »
  • Coaches charged after video of fight at area high school football game Play Video

    October 22, 2019 10:10 PM

    BATON ROUGE – Three adult coaches and a separate adult were issued summons following a fight during a football game last week. > WATCH: Eyewitnesses record fight on football field A brawl broke out on the field. The fight was caught on camera. A week after the... more »
  • Sean Payton and the Saints agree to 5 year extension

    September 15, 2019 3:41 PM

    NEW ORLEANS - The New Orleans Saints and Super Bowl winning head coach Sean Payton have agreed to a new five-year contract extension. The team did not disclose the financial terms of the deal. The new agreement between the Saints and Payton effectively puts an end to any rumors... more »
  • LSU says no decision on Will Wade after meeting with coach Friday Play Video

    April 11, 2019 3:35 PM

    BATON ROUGE - LSU had little to say about its meeting with basketball coach Will Wade. The gathering including NCAA and LSU officials Friday was the parties' first face-to-face since his suspension last month. An LSU spokesperson released a concise statement on the meeting, saying no new developments could... more »
  • Individuals 'removed' from school over viral video showing student pinned on concrete Play Video

    March 29, 2019 2:37 PM

    PONCHATOULA - Officials say they've "removed" those involved in a violent confrontation between a student and staff at a Tangipahoa Parish school last week. Ponchatoula Junior High Principal Mary Beth Crovetto confirmed Friday the school was investigating after video of the incident was shared on social media. The video... more »
  • Report: LSU DB's coach Corey Raymond to stay

    January 12, 2019 6:22 PM

    UPDATE: According to The Advocate, Corey Raymond will not be leaving the Tigers. BATON ROUGE - According to multiple reports LSU cornerbacks coach Corey Raymond is interviewing with SEC foe Georgia for it's open defensive back position. It was first reported by Jimmy Smith with Tiger Detail. After... more »
  • LSU basketball team takes part in Christmas shopping spree Play Video

    December 15, 2017 12:02 AM

    BATON ROUGE- LSU basketball coach Will Wade and his team spent the afternoon helping some local kids celebrate Christmas. The team took 25 boys from the Baton Rouge Boys and Girls Club on a shopping spree in Walmart. Coach Wade started the tradition while coaching at VCU... more »
  • Parkview Baptist head baseball coach retiring

    May 19, 2017 6:18 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Parkview Baptist School's head baseball coach is stepping away from the plate. School officials announced Darron Mitchell is retiring from his role as head baseball coach. Mitchell led the Eagles to six district titles, two state runner up titles in 2012 and 2015, and one... more »
  • Jeff Brown resigns after 20 years as LSU men's tennis coach

    May 8, 2017 4:20 PM

    BATON ROUGE – LSU Men's Tennis Coach Jeff Brown resigned Monday after leading the team for 20 years. In a statement released Monday, LSU Athletic Director Joe Alleva said that the resignation was a mutual decision. The search for Brown’s successor will begin immediately. “We appreciate all that... more »
  • Denham Springs High School assistant football coach dies suddenly Play Video

    May 4, 2017 7:34 PM

    DENHAM SPRINGS – Denham Springs High School Assistant Football Coach, Joey Chustz, died on Wednesday, leaving a community in disbelief. Instead of the usual hustle and bustle, the football field remains quiet. "It's not something you expect at all," student Carl St. Cyr said. "You're really at a... more »
  • Guy Mistretta named new Dutchtown High School football coach

    April 7, 2017 12:21 PM

    ASCENSION - Dutchtown High School has announced the hiring of Guy Mistretta as the new head football coach and athletic director. According to school officials, Mistretta will be the second coach in the history of the Griffins' program after Benny Saia announced his retirement last month. Mistretta will be... more »
  • Tony Benford named LSU men's basketball assistant coach

    March 28, 2017 6:29 PM

    BATON ROUGE – LSU head men's basketball coach, Will Wade, has named Tony Benford to serve as assistant coach for the 2017-2018 season. Benford comes to LSU after serving as the head coach at the University of North Texas and a career of more than 25 years in NCAA... more »
  • As expected, Johnny Jones has been fired Play Video

    March 10, 2017 12:04 PM

    BATON ROUGE – As expected, LSU announced it has parted ways with head basketball coach Johnny Jones. The university made the official announcement in a news release around lunchtime Friday. Sources had previously revealed Jones' expected firing earlier this week. Jones being let go was obvious, coming at the... more »
  • LSU baseball voted to win SEC Western Division

    February 9, 2017 3:59 PM

    BATON ROUGE – The LSU and Florida baseball teams were voted to win the 2017 Southeastern Conference baseball championship based on the annual league coaches preseason poll released on Thursday. The teams are voted on by the league's 14 head coaches. Coaches were not allowed to vote for their... more »
  • Coach Orgeron announces two new additions to LSU coaching staff

    February 7, 2017 7:24 PM

    BATON ROUGE- LSU Head Coach Ed Orgeron announced the hiring of two new members of his coaching staff Tuesday. Tommie Robinson and Mickey Joseph, two coaches with strong reputations as recruiters have joined the Tigers. Robinson, who was recently named the Pac-12 Recruiter of the Year, comes to... more »
  • Interim coach Orgeron talks game plans after Miles' firing

    September 26, 2016 2:44 PM

    BATON ROUGE – LSU athletic director Joe Alleva officially introduced Ed Orgeron as the interim head coach of The Tigers at a Monday afternoon press conference. Orgeron started by saying that he was honored that Alleva chose him as interim coach after the firing of Les Miles. He said... more »
  • Southeastern Baseball squad joins cleanup efforts in Central

    August 17, 2016 11:11 AM

    CENTRAL - The Southeastern Louisiana University team and coaching staff joined the early recovery efforts in Central on Tuesday morning. The Lions' head coach Matt Riser and assistant coaches made a stop at the house of an SLU alum’s parents and proceeded to work tirelessly to rip out all... more »
  • Former Tiger Randy Livingston to join coaching staff at LSU

    July 26, 2016 2:17 PM

    BATON ROUGE - LSU says former Tiger hoops star Randy Livingston is to join Johnny Jones on the team’s coaching staff. Randy Livingston will join the #LSU basketball staff, @LSUCoachJones announced. pic.twitter.com/MUk6os06tS — LSU Basketball (@LSUBasketball) July 26, 2016 Tigerdroppings reports that Livingston’s career... more »
  • Rivals rally around high school softball team after loss of coach Play Video

    April 15, 2016 10:27 PM

    BATON ROUGE - There was an emotional show of good sportsmanship Friday night following a tragic end to a high school softball team's season. Christian Life Academy was forced to call off their last 2 games after their head coach died unexpectedly. Kevin Seguin was a volunteer at the school,... more »
  • High school basketball coach arrested on molestation charges

    March 18, 2016 12:43 PM

    SLIDELL – Police in Slidell say a high school basketball coach is now facing multiple molestation charges after they say he solicited nude photos and had sex with a student in his classroom. Slidell Police say 34-year-old Raymond Winzy was arrested Thursday on molestation and child porn charges. Winzy... more »
  • Cam Cameron to get 20% pay cut; other salaries will be rubber-stamped Friday

    March 16, 2016 7:24 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Salaries for some LSU Football coaches will be rubber-stamped at the LSU Board of Supervisors meeting Friday. The governing body of the university will discuss the contracts of Jeffrey Grimes, Ed Orgeron, Cam Cameron, Dameyune Craig and Jabbar Juluke. Both Craig and Juluke are new to... more »
  • McKinley High holds meeting to discuss basketball team's coaching change Play Video

    January 29, 2016 10:34 AM

    BATON ROUGE- Officials at McKinley High School called a meeting Friday to talk about a coaching change for the basketball team. A spokesperson for the East Baton Rouge Parish school system confirms there was an investigation and that investigation performed by the human resources department is now complete. Details... more »
  • Future of LSU, Miles the talk of tailgating Play Video

    November 27, 2015 6:57 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Toby Campbell is stirring up his second dish of the day Friday, but it's empty RV spots and not empty bellies that has the LSU fan worried. Campbell told News 2 he's noticed fewer tailgating fans have turned out for the past few home games after... more »
  • Miles addresses firing rumors at press conference Play Video

    November 23, 2015 11:39 AM

    BATON ROUGE - Les Miles said there may be a discussion coming about his status as LSU's head football coach, but he won't get into it until the last game of the season is behind him and his Tigers. Miles took a few minutes at the start of his... more »
  • Spurrier steps down, takes blame for USC's slide Play Video

    October 13, 2015 12:23 PM

    COLUMBIA, S.C. - Steve Spurrier told reporters Tuesday he is resigning as head coach of the South Carolina Gamecocks after the team's 0-4 conference start in the SEC. "I'm stepping aside," Spurrier said. "I think it's the best thing for South Carolina football." Spurrier said he felt it... more »
  • Cheer coach accused of raping employee Play Video

    September 10, 2015 12:36 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Sheriff's deputies arrested an East Baton Rouge cheer coach on charges he raped one of his employees several years ago. Deputies accused 36-year-old Jason Galjour of forcible rape on Wednesday. Galjour is listed with the state as manager of Precision Athletes in Baton Rouge. Investigators... more »
  • HS football coach accused of sex with student Play Video

    September 4, 2015 7:06 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Authorities accused a math teacher and assistant football coach of having sex with a 17-year-old Broadmoor High School student. Cpl. L'Jean McKneely said officers arrested 34-year-old Michael Lydell Woods Jr. Friday evening. Police said they got an anonymous tip Friday that Woods had a sexual... more »
  • LSU's Cam Cameron diagnosed with prostate cancer

    August 28, 2015 6:29 PM

    BATON ROUGE - LSU offensive coordinator Cam Cameron said Friday he was diagnosed with prostate cancer earlier this year, but was recently given "a clean bill of health." Cameron, who has been with the Tigers since 2013, told media at the Football Operations building he had undergone treatment and... more »
  • LSU women's basketball assistant coach arrested

    January 22, 2013 6:56 PM

    BATON ROUGE - LSU assistant women's basketball coach Tony Perotti is out of jail on bond after his arrest this weekend in suspicion of a drunken bar disturbance. Perotti was charged with disturbing the peace and two counts of remaining after forbidden when he was booked into the East... more »

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