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Louisiana Tech announces its full 2026‑27 men’s basketball schedule, highlighting a home opener versus Kent State, a series of in‑state road trips, and a New Year’s Eve clash at Coastal Carolina.
The Bulldogs’ schedule, announced Tuesday, marks 100 years of program basketball and features 18 home games at the Thomas Assembly Center, opening with a matchup against Kent State on Nov. 2 and closing with a New Year’s Eve road game at Coastal Carolina.
From Louisiana Tech to Vanderbilt, Tommy McClelland's extensive administrative background equips him to revitalize Purdue's struggling football program and forge a winning culture in the Big Ten.
Old Dominion University announces its full Sun Belt Conference slate, highlighting key rivalries, early‑season road trips and a final push toward the Pensacola tournament.
The Red Wolves open the season with back‑to‑back home games in December, face a series of road tests in January, and close the regular season at Louisiana Tech before heading to the Sun Belt Tournament in March.
After a nine-year professional career that included stints with the 49ers, Bengals and Bears, Trent Taylor announced his retirement on Instagram, closing a chapter that began with a standout rookie season and ended with a series of injury-marred comebacks.
Jayden Anding, a 4-star safety, announced his commitment to LSU, highlighting the program's familial atmosphere and SEC ambitions.
After years of near misses, the Neville Tigers are poised to capture their first LHSAA title since 2015, driven by returning stars and a challenging slate of early games.
At a luncheon in Lafayette, Louisiana, the University of Louisiana at Lafayette baseball program celebrated its 2026 season and unveiled a packed 2027 schedule, featuring non‑conference series, Sun Belt matchups and neutral‑site events, while newcomer Drew Markle expressed appreciation for the local support.
Former Louisiana standout Michael Brooks, together with NFL peers Dalton Hilliard and Rueben Randle, opened his first youth football camp at Lincoln Preparatory School, emphasizing discipline, education and community involvement.
Former NFL star Michael Brooks launches a youth football camp in Ruston, blending athletic training with life lessons and community mentorship.
The 2026 Louisiana Sports Writers Association All-Louisiana team highlights a breakthrough year for Louisiana Tech baseball, with three players receiving conference accolades that underscore the program's rising momentum.
Mississippi State University announced five transfer portal signees who will shape its 2027 baseball roster, bringing experience and depth while the MLB draft casts a shadow over potential departures.
The University of Toledo will host Louisiana Tech on November 2, 2026, to launch its 2026‑27 campaign in the MAC‑SBC Challenge, a matchup that highlights both programs' recent successes and sets the stage for an exciting season.
With high‑profile visits on the horizon and competing programs vying for the same talent, LSU is leveraging family ties, strategic coaching connections and a multi‑sport vision to secure commitments that could redefine its athletic future.
Louisiana Tech announced its full 2026 schedule, marking the Bulldogs’ inaugural season in the Sun Belt Conference under head coach Matt Lodge. The slate features exhibition games, a home‑heavy early stretch and the conference championship set for November in Foley, Alabama.
Kade Luker, a two‑way star from Cedar Creek, dominated both pitching and hitting, earning All‑Northeast Louisiana honors, Gatorade Player of the Year, and leading his team toward its first LHSAA championship since 2014.
LSU secured commitments from elite edge rushers KJ Green and Ahmad Hudson, boosting its 2027 recruiting class and setting the stage for additional visits and commitments.
Leaders, coaches and volunteers gathered at Ruston High School to launch a new football camp that celebrates the legacy of former coach Robert Demp Smith while providing mentorship and skill development for local youth.
The National Football Foundation's 2027 College Football Hall of Fame ballot includes three Louisiana Tech alumni whose careers left lasting impacts on the program and the sport.
The Louisiana Tech senior, boasting a 3.95 GPA in Professional Aviation, is recognized among 11 Conference USA student-athletes for his academic and athletic achievements.
A highly rated 6‑foot‑4 guard is leaving Louisiana for Chandler, Arizona, bringing a four‑star rating and a track record of district success to a new prep program.