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Skip Bertman, who built LSU’s baseball program into a national powerhouse, passed away at 88, leaving behind five national titles, Olympic medals and a legacy of elevated attendance and facilities.
Stanley 'Skip' Bertman, the architect of LSU baseball's rise to national prominence, died on August 14. His 18‑year tenure produced five College World Series titles, seven SEC championships and a legacy that reshaped the university's entire athletic landscape.
After guiding Ole Miss to its first Playoff appearance, Lane Kiffin left for LSU, a move that has drawn criticism from analyst Paul Finebaum and sets the stage for a high‑stakes SEC campaign.
Three freshman defensive linemen signed by Lane Kiffin within days of his arrival are poised to compete for playing time against experienced transfers, a rare scenario in modern college football.
LSU’s second week of fall camp in Baton Rouge highlights the return of transfer safety Ty Benefield and the buzz among fans, as reporter Olivia Drawdy captures the excitement surrounding the upcoming 2026 season.
Ole Miss is reshaping its offensive approach for 2026 by limiting high‑risk rushes for Kewan Lacy, adding depth at running back, and launching a joint Heisman campaign with quarterback Trinidad Chambliss.
Lane Kiffin, now heading the LSU Tigers, has stepped back from day‑to‑day coaching to empower his staff, especially offensive coordinator Charlie Weis, while keeping Blake Baker in a key role.
Alabama’s women’s soccer team faced No. 16 LSU in an exhibition match, drawing 1‑1 after a seventh‑minute header opened the scoring. Melina Rebimbas equalized in the 65th minute, and the Tide now turns its focus to upcoming ranked opponents.
After two Lisfranc surgeries kept him out of spring drills, LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt is back in preseason action, drawing high praise from first‑year coach Lane Kiffin.
LSU opens its 2026 campaign at home against Clemson, the first time a ranked LSU team hosts a ranked opponent in a season opener since 1988. The Tigers sit at No. 13 in the USA Today Preseason Coaches Poll, marking their 25th top‑25 appearance in 27 years, while the SEC boasts nine teams in the Top 25.
LSU enters the 2026 college football season ranked No. 13 in the US LBM Coaches Poll, the highest placement for a previously unranked team, fueled by a challenging schedule and the leadership of new head coach Lane Kiffin.
LSU’s men’s basketball program welcomes back student manager Amir Aura Khan, whose viral presence and NIL earnings complement head coach Will Wade’s vision for the team.
The university announced the upcoming SEC schedule, highlighting home matchups, away trips and three traditional rival series, while noting that the full non‑conference slate will be revealed later.
Coach Lane Kiffin’s LSU Tigers are preparing for a high‑stakes matchup against Ole Miss, where new quarterback Sam Leavitt will face off against Rebels’ signal‑caller Trinidad Chambliss.
Electronic Arts has released detailed player ratings for LSU athletes in its forthcoming EA College Football 2027, highlighting top performers and the metrics behind the scores.
The 2027 Jax College Baseball Classic will bring together four elite programs, highlighted by ACC champion Georgia Tech, SEC contender Tennessee, Big Ten participant Illinois and Big 12 surprise Cincinnati, all converging at VyStar Ballpark in Jacksonville, Florida.
LSU’s 2026 football season under head coach Lane Kiffin promises a blend of high‑profile transfers, elite recruiting and a looming financial conversation that could reshape the program’s trajectory.
A look at the forecasts, schedule challenges, and roster moves shaping Clemson’s upcoming campaign.
Lane Kiffin's move from Ole Miss to LSU has quickly turned the program into a magnet for elite recruits, securing high‑profile pledges early in his tenure.
Lane Kiffin's move from Ole Miss to LSU has sparked a recruiting surge, securing commitments from top prospects like KJ Green and reshaping the program's outlook.
LSU's night‑time success at Tiger Stadium has turned primetime matchups into a cornerstone of its identity, influencing recruiting, broadcasting, and the 2026 season opener against Clemson.
Florida’s baseball team erupted for six runs in the opening frame and held off a late rally to defeat LSU 11-8, improving to 35-18 and setting up a pivotal Game 2.
LSU’s 2026 football schedule reveals two marquee night games — against Clemson on September 5 and Ole Miss on September 19 — both slated for 6:30 p.m. Central Time, as new head coach Lane Kiffin looks to make an immediate impact.