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• Central High baseball coach suspended after stripping off top half of uniform during game, reports say

  April 20, 2026 8:20 AM

  CENTRAL — Central High School's head baseball coach has been suspended by the Louisiana High School Athletics Association after he began stripping off his uniform during a game, LouisianaSports.net reports. Coach Sham Gabehart was suspended for the rest of the season, including playoffs, after he came out of the... more »

• Brian Kelly makes first television appearance since being ousted as LSU head football coach Play Video

  April 16, 2026 9:52 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Earlier this week, Brian Kelly made his first television appearance since he was ousted as the LSU Tigers' head football coach. Kelly, who was fired by LSU in October 2025 after three full seasons coaching the Tigers, appeared on CBS Sports' "Inside College Football" on Wednesday.... more »

• Former Saints player turned UFL coach charged with DWI ahead of game in Texas, reports say

  April 12, 2026 2:55 PM

  EULESS, Tx. — Former Saints wide receiver Ted Ginn Jr. was charged with a DWI in Tarrant County, Texas, on Saturday, according to a report by ESPN . Ginn, who currently coaches the UFL's Columbus Aviators, previously played as a wide receiver for the New Orleans Saints for three... more »

• Funeral services announced for Southern University's former head football coach Gerald Kimble Play Video

  April 4, 2026 12:32 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Funeral services were announced on Saturday for former Southern University head football coach Gerald Kimble. Prior to serving as head football coach from 1989 to 1992, Kimble played quarterback for the Jaguars in 1960, leading the team to a national Black college championship. He also... more »

• Former New Orleans teacher arrested for child pornography charges now faces deepfake charges Play Video

  April 2, 2026 4:25 PM

  NEW ORLEANS — A former Isidore Newman School teacher and tennis coach who had been arrested three times previously on child pornography-related charges has been arrested again, this time on 60 deepfake charges. Attorney General Liz Murrill's Office says Benoit G. Cransac, 49, a French national authorized to live... more »

• LSU women's basketball adds assistant coach from Tennessee to Kim Mulkey's staff Play Video

  March 31, 2026 1:30 PM

  BATON ROUGE — LSU women's basketball head coach Kim Mulkey has hired Tennessee assistant coach Gabe Lazo to her staff, filling a hole left by the departure of former LSU assistant Gary Redus II. Lazo has spent the last two seasons in Knoxville, helping lead the Lady Vols to... more »

• Will Wade introduced as LSU men's basketball coach at press conference in PMAC Play Video

  March 30, 2026 12:35 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Will Wade was introduced as LSU's men's basketball coach on Monday in a dramatic return to Baton Rouge, four years after LSU fired him. Wade's "introductory" press conference was held at noon in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center and was open to the public. Wade... more »

• LSU to introduce men's basketball coach Will Wade at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center on Monday Play Video

  March 29, 2026 4:36 PM

  BATON ROUGE — LSU will introduce the men's basketball coach, Will Wade , in an introductory press conference on Monday at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center. LSU parted ways with former coach Matt McMahon on Thursday before rehiring Wade, who previously served as LSU's head coach from 2017 to... more »

• LSU head football coach Lane Kiffin and comedian Theo Von to ride in Wearin' of the Green parade

  March 2, 2026 2:32 PM

  BATON ROUGE — LSU head football coach Lane Kiffin and comedian Theo Von will ride in the Wearin' of the Green, Baton Rouge's annual St. Patrick's Day parade. The two were announced Monday as special guests in this year's parade. Kiffin got his first taste of a Louisiana... more »

• Buffalo Bills promote former LSU assistant to head coach, NFL says Play Video

  January 27, 2026 12:44 PM

  BUFFALO, N.Y. — The Buffalo Bills have promoted Joe Brady, a former assistant coach on the 2019 LSU football team, as the franchise's next head coach, according to the NFL. Ed Orgeron hired Brady from the Saints in 2019 to be LSU's passing game coordinator and wide receivers coach.... more »

• City-Parish reaches condemnation milestone Monday, Mayor celebrates demolition Play Video

  December 15, 2025 4:53 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Mayor-President Sid Edwards jumped back in the seat of an excavator Monday morning to tear down the parish's 200th condemned property in 2025. Edwards operated the machinery to remove the blight along Comish Drive in Baton Rouge. He was there for the demolition of the first... more »

• Lane Kiffin, LSU 'allowing' Charlie Weis to coach Ole Miss offense through playoffs Play Video

  December 2, 2025 3:53 PM

  BATON ROUGE — LSU and new head football coach Lane Kiffin said they will allow Charlie Weis to coach rival Ole Miss' offense through the playoffs, despite Weis joining Kiffin in Baton Rouge. Weis was one of a few Ole Miss assistant coaches who decided to follow Kiffin to... more »

• LSU's Blake Baker named top 15 assistant coach in country, Broyles Award semifinalist

  December 2, 2025 2:22 PM

  BATON ROUGE — LSU defensive coordinator Blake Baker was named a semifinalist for the Broyles Award, given annually to the nation's best assistant coach. Baker has the Tigers' defense ranked 25th in the country in total defense and first in the SEC in interceptions with 17. He is... more »

• Several SEC football coaches changing teams as 2025 regular season comes to a close Play Video

  November 30, 2025 5:07 PM

  BATON ROUGE - It's been a hectic day in the SEC as several of the league's head coaches changed teams at the end of the 2025 regular season. In the most highly anticipated move of the day, LSU hired Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin to replace Brian Kelly,... more »

• REPORT: Florida hires Tulane's Jon Sumrall to be next Gator head coach Play Video

  November 30, 2025 11:28 AM

  NEW ORLEANS - Florida is hiring Tulane's Jon Sumrall as the Gators' next head coach, according to multiple reports. Sources: Florida is finalizing a six-year deal to make Tulane’s Jon Sumrall the head coach at an average of nearly $7.5 million per year, with significant incentives tied to... more »

• Pelicans fire coach Willie Green 12 games into his fifth season, name James Borrego interim coach

  November 15, 2025 10:05 AM

  NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The New Orleans Pelicans fired Willie Green on Saturday on the heels of a 2-10 start to the season. Pelicans Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations Joe Dumars, who announced the coaching change, named top assistant James Borrego, a former Charlotte Hornets head coach, as... more »

• 70 for 70: Grambling's Eddie Robinson became first college football coach to win 400 games Play Video

  October 21, 2025 8:19 AM

  GRAMBLING — A legend of Feliciana football, Eddie Robinson spent 55 years as the head coach of Grambling State University, netting more than 400 wins. In October 1995, "Coach Rob" made history as the first college coach to pass 400 wins after a 42-6 win over Mississippi Valley State.... more »

• Southern University head coach Terrence Graves fired after 1-6 start to Jaguars' season Play Video

  October 20, 2025 12:25 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Southern University coach Terrence Graves has been fired just days after the Jaguars' Homecoming game loss brought the team to a 1-6 record. Graves, who took over Southern's football program in December 2023, led the Jaguars to a 8-5 season in 2024. In 2025, the Graves-led... more »

• WATCH: Brian Kelly reacts to new developments in Kyren Lacy case at Monday press conference Play Video

  October 6, 2025 12:17 PM

  BATON ROUGE — LSU football head coach Brian Kelly reacted to new developments surrounding former LSU wide receiver Kyren Lacy during a news conference on Monday. On Friday, Kyren Lacy's attorney, Matt Ory, released new findings in an interview with HTV 10 that he said prove Lacy was not... more »

• Brian Kelly provides update on injured LSU Tigers Play Video

  September 8, 2025 8:36 PM

  BATON ROUGE — LSU head football coach Brian Kelly gave an update to the injury status of center Braelin Moore and tight end Trey'Dez Green as the Tigers prepare to host the Florida Gators on Saturday night in Death Valley. "MRIs, you know, were positive we didn't get the... more »

• Woman's Hospital mobile mammography coach travelling across capital region over next month Play Video

  September 2, 2025 7:28 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Woman's Hospital is offering 3D mammograms at locations across the capital region starting this week. The Woman’s Hospital mobile mammography coach wants to make the service more accessible, a release said. This is the second batch of mobile mammography coach visits this year. A physician’s... more »

• LSU head football coach Brian Kelly speaks to media after practice

  August 19, 2025 12:33 PM

  BATON ROUGE — LSU head football coach Brian Kelly held a press conference following Tuesday's practice. Kelly spoke at length about the defensive depth on this 2025 roster, particularly in the backfield, something even he admits the Tigers have lacked the last three years. On offense, the Tigers... more »

• Former LSU player, coach Lynn Amedee dies at 83 Play Video

  May 26, 2025 1:51 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Former LSU and Saints coach Lynn Amedee died at age 83, an obituary says. Amedee died May 20, preceded in death by his wife Judy Daigle Amedee. Amedee's Baton Rouge roots run deep. He attended Istrouma High School before playing quarterback for LSU between 1960... more »

• City officials will be updating traffic signals throughout this week Play Video

  March 3, 2025 9:16 AM

  BATON ROUGE - City officials will be updating traffic signals throughout the parish this week, which may cause delays for your morning commutes. Officials said mechanics will be working on multiple signals' firmware at a time and the updates should take no longer than ten minutes for each. ... more »

• Report: Saints hire Garrett Nussmeier's dad as new OC Play Video

  February 20, 2025 12:25 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - The Saints have hired the father of LSU QB Garrett Nussmeier to lead their offense, Ian Rapoport reported Thursday. The #Saints are hiring #Eagles QBs coach Doug Nussmeier as their new offensive coordinator under coach Kellen Moore, per The Insiders. The favorite all along, Nussmeier... more »

• GET 2 MOVING: Only Basketball Elite Play Video

  February 20, 2025 11:21 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Coach O'Brian Calahan founded Only Basketball Elite because he sees the sport as more than just a game. Since he was 6 years old, he has been involved in basketball. Coach Calahan said he strongly believes that character-building is the primary foundation of being a great... more »

• Episcopal School honors alumni who died, critically injured in suspected New Orleans terrorist attack Play Video

  January 2, 2025 6:03 PM

  BATON ROUGE —Families, alumni and students of The Episcopal School of Baton Rouge on Thursday gathered for a prayer service to grieve the victims of the Bourbon Street attack that left 14 dead. Two of the victims were from the school: Class of 2024 Episcopal alumnus Kareem Badawi died... more »

• Former Broadmoor coach Rusty Price dies suddenly, months after being honored with naming of school's field Play Video

  December 30, 2024 11:46 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Former Broadmoor High School coach Rusty Price, for whom the school's football field was named just months ago, died suddenly Sunday, a family friend said. WBRZ had profiled Price this past fall after the school honored its ex-coach at a ceremony Sept. 6. Price was 77... more »

• WBRZ Investigative Unit: Former Istrouma High coach, health teacher sentenced to 2 years after sexual assault Play Video

  November 4, 2024 6:43 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A former Istrouma High School coach and health teacher was sentenced to two years in prison Monday after admitting he lured a student into a closet for sex. The WBRZ Investigative Unit had reported last year that Johnnie Butler, 43, initially faced sexual battery and third-degree... more »

• Former Southern coach Pete Richardson, current tight ends coach Fred McNair named to SWAC Hall of Fame Play Video

  October 23, 2024 5:36 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Southwestern Athletic Conference named former Southern football head coach Pete Richardson to its 2024 Hall of Fame class Wednesday. Richardson is the second winningest coach in Southern football history and winning percentage, only being behind A.W. Mumford. He coached from 1993 to 2009, winning four... more »

• Southern football coach Terrence Graves speaks ahead of first season at helm of team Play Video

  August 27, 2024 11:28 AM

  BATON ROUGE— Southern University head coach Terrence Graves held a news conference Tuesday afternoon ahead of the Jaguars season opener. Graves was selected as Southern's head coach last December after serving as interim head coach for the 2023 Bayou Classic. He served as an assistant coach before ascending to... more »

• Brian Kelly speaks to Baton Rouge Rotary Club ahead of LSU's September debut against USC in Las Vegas Play Video

  July 31, 2024 12:55 PM

  BATON ROUGE — LSU Head Football Coach Brian Kelly on Wednesday gave fans and members of the Rotary Club of Baton Rouge an update on the team's progress as they return to practice a month out from their 2024 debut against the University of Southern California in Las Vegas. ... more »

• Former Istrouma High coach accused of having sex with student changes plea to guilty, charges reduced Play Video

  July 3, 2024 3:15 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A former high school coach in Baton Rouge who was accused of luring a student into a closet for sex in 2023 pleaded guilty to several charges after previously pleading not guilty in January, court records show. Johnnie Butler's sexual battery charge was dismissed Monday by... more »

• Southern assistant football coach having a 'Strong Summer' despite battle with pancreatic cancer Play Video

  June 20, 2024 9:11 AM

  BATON ROUGE - "Sean Strong:" It's a slogan that has captured the hearts of the Southern University community since last October when assistant football coach Sean Wallace announced he was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Now, Coach Wallace has a big announcement for all of those who love and support... more »

• Volunteer coach arrested for molestation of a juvenile, other charges Play Video

  June 7, 2024 5:29 PM

  ADDIS - A former volunteer coach at Christian Academy of Louisiana was arrested for molestation of a juvenile, according to officials. Dennis Kennamer, 39, was booked on two counts of indecent behavior with a juvenile, two counts of felony carnal knowledge of a juvenile, one count of computer-aided solicitation... more »

• Doug Porter, former HBCU coach who was the oldest living College Football Hall of Famer, dies at 94

  June 7, 2024 7:40 AM

  GRAMBLING, La. (AP) — Doug Porter, the longtime football coach at historically Black colleges who was the oldest living member of the College Football Hall of Fame, has died. He was 94. Porter died Wednesday. Miller Funeral Home said a funeral service is set for Saturday, June 15, at... more »

• LSU names Jake Amos head coach for men's golf Play Video

  June 6, 2024 2:36 PM

  BATON ROUGE - LSU hired Jake Amos, who guided East Tennessee State to four straight NCAA Championship appearances, as the university's head men’s golf coach. Amos, a finalist for the NCAA Division I Dave Williams Coach of the Year Award, led the Buccaneers to three victories and seven top-three... more »

• BRCC continues sports expansion with new head baseball coach out of Arkansas

  June 4, 2024 12:52 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Baton Rouge Community College continues its coaching staff expansions with a new head baseball coach. BRCC has hired Hendrix College pitching coach and recruiting coordinator Brandon Schmidt to lead the school's baseball program. Schmidt will be the fourth coach in program history. During his seven... more »

• 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 »