Southern University to Honor Legendary Coach Roger Cador with Field Naming
The board’s upcoming decision will recognize Coach Roger Cador’s remarkable record, championship pedigree, and lasting impact on youth access to the sport.
Jul 26, 2026
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Southern University Moves to Honor Legendary Coach Roger Cador with Field Naming and Contract Extensions
The Southern University Board of Supervisors will vote to name the baseball field at Lee-Hines Stadium after late coach Roger Cador, while also extending the contracts of Head Baseball Coach Christopher Crenshaw and Head Women's Basketball Coach Carlos Funchess with notable salary adjustments.
Jul 26, 2026
Southern University Board Moves to Honor Legendary Coach with Field Naming
The Southern University Board of Supervisors will vote Friday to rename the baseball field at Lee‑Hines Stadium after the late Roger Cador, while also extending the contracts of coaches Christopher Crenshaw and Carlos Funchess, the latter receiving a $20,000 raise.
Jul 26, 2026
Southern University Renames Stadium Field in Honor of Legendary Coach
Southern University honors longtime baseball coach Roger Cador by renaming its stadium field, while extending contracts for key coaches with notable salary adjustments.
Jul 26, 2026
Southern University Renames Lee-Hines Stadium Baseball Field in Honor of Legendary Coach Roger Cador
The Southern University Board of Supervisors has bestowed a lasting tribute to longtime baseball coach Roger Cador by renaming the Lee-Hines Stadium field, while also securing the future of key coaching staff through new contract extensions.
Jul 26, 2026
Remembering Roger Cador: A Legacy of Mentorship and Baseball Excellence
Hundreds gathered on Southern University’s campus to honor Roger Cador, a coach whose 33‑year tenure built a lasting legacy of humility, mentorship, and community impact.
Jul 7, 2026
Roger Cador, Hall of Fame Southern University Baseball Coach, Dies at 74
Roger Cador, who guided Southern University’s baseball program for three decades, passed away at 74. His legacy includes historic NCAA tournament victories, numerous conference titles and a profound influence on generations of players.
Jul 6, 2026
Legendary Southern University Baseball Coach Roger Cador Dies, Leaving a Lasting Legacy
Roger Cador, the architect of Southern University’s baseball resurgence, passed away after a distinguished 33‑year tenure that reshaped HBCU athletics and inspired generations of players.
Jul 6, 2026
Legendary Southern University Baseball Coach Roger Cador Honored in Memorial Arrangements
Southern University announced funeral plans for Hall of Fame baseball coach Roger Cador, celebrating his 33‑year legacy, championships, and mentorship.
Jul 2, 2026
Roger Cador, Hall of Fame Baseball Coach, Honored by Southern University
Southern University will hold a public viewing and memorial service on July 6 to celebrate the legacy of the late coach who transformed HBCU baseball.
Jul 2, 2026
Legendary Southern University Baseball Coach Roger Cador Passes Away at 74
Roger Cador, the celebrated coach of Southern University's baseball program, died on February 3, 2023. His four‑decade career reshaped HBCU baseball, earned numerous championships, and left a lasting imprint on the sport and its community.
Jul 2, 2026
Legendary Southern University Baseball Coach Roger Cador Passes Away at 74
Roger Cador, the longtime baseball coach at Southern University, died this week at the age of 74, leaving behind a legacy that reshaped the program and the lives of countless players.
Jul 2, 2026
Roger Cador, Legendary Southern Baseball Coach, Dies at 74
Roger Cador, who led Southern University’s baseball program for three decades, passed away at 74 after brain‑tumor surgery. His record, titles and mentorship left an indelible mark on HBCU baseball and the broader baseball community.
Jul 1, 2026
Legendary Southern University Baseball Coach Roger Cador Dies at 74
Roger Cador, who guided the Southern Jaguars for three decades, passed away after a battle with brain cancer. His legacy includes multiple championships, a Hall of Fame induction, and a lasting impact on players and the university community.
Jul 1, 2026
Remembering Roger Cador: A Legacy Beyond the Diamond
Roger Cador, who led Southern University’s baseball program for over three decades, passed away this week at 74. His former players recall a mentor whose influence extended far beyond the field, shaping lives and careers.
Jul 1, 2026
Legendary Southern Jaguars Coach Roger Cador Passes Away at 74
Southern University mourns the loss of Hall of Fame baseball coach Roger Cador, whose three‑decade tenure reshaped the program and inspired generations of players.
Jul 1, 2026
Roger Cador, Legendary Southern Jaguars Coach, Dies at 74
Roger Cador, who steered Southern University’s baseball team for 30 years, passed away at 74. His tenure produced 14 SWAC titles, 11 NCAA Tournament appearances and a landmark upset of Cal State Fullerton in 1987, earning him a place in the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame.
Jul 1, 2026
Roger Cador, Legendary Southern Jaguars Coach, Dies at 74
Roger Cador, who led the Southern Jaguars to 14 SWAC titles and 11 NCAA Tournament appearances, passed away at 74. His contributions helped break barriers for HBCU baseball.
Jul 1, 2026
Legendary Southern University Baseball Coach Roger Cador Passes Away at 74
Roger Cador, the Hall of Fame coach who transformed Southern University's baseball program, died after a battle with brain cancer, leaving behind a legacy of championships, mentorship, and pioneering achievements.
Jul 1, 2026
Legendary Southern University Baseball Coach Roger Cador Passes Away
Roger Cador, who led Southern University’s baseball team for three decades, died recently. His legacy includes two national titles, 14 conference championships and a lasting influence on HBCU baseball.
Jul 1, 2026
Roger Cador, Hall‑of‑Fame Coach of Southern University Baseball, Passes Away
Roger Cador, the winningest coach in Southern University baseball history, died leaving a legacy of championships and mentorship.
Jul 1, 2026
Roger Cador, Hall‑of‑Fame Southern University Baseball Coach, Dies at 74
Roger Cador, the winningest coach in Southern University history, passed away at 74, leaving a legacy of championships, player development, and advocacy for African‑American athletes in baseball.
Jul 1, 2026
Legendary Southern University Baseball Coach Roger Cador Passes Away at 74
Roger Cador, a Hall of Fame coach and player for Southern University, died after a battle with brain cancer. His legacy includes 14 conference titles, 11 NCAA tournament appearances, and mentoring dozens of MLB draftees.
Jun 30, 2026
Legendary Southern University Baseball Coach Roger Cador Passes Away
Roger Cador, who led Southern University’s baseball program for three decades, died earlier this week. His legacy includes multiple championships and a lasting impact on collegiate baseball.
Jun 30, 2026