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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.