KPLC - *Sports

Malcolm Bronson Signs With Chiefs

Drew Shirley — Wed, 22 May 2013 23:43:00 EDT

Former McNeese State defensive back Malcolm Bronson would almost certainly have been an NFL draft pick if he had not missed most of his senior season with a knee injury. But now he will get his chance

McNeese Baseball Loses To Sam, Faces Elimination

Drew Shirley — Wed, 22 May 2013 23:42:00 EDT

The McNeese baseball Cowboys edged their way into the Southland Conference tournament, but getting that 8th seed meant they would have to face top seed Sam Houston State in their opener.They played this

Bryce Kingsley Named Southland Freshman of the Year

Drew Shirley — Tue, 21 May 2013 19:42:00 EDT

The McNeese baseball team only won 1 of 3 games against Southeastern this weekend,but that win was enough to get the Cowboys a spot in the Southland Conference tournament,and the winning pitcher in that

McNeese Baseball survives, advances to Southland Tournament

Drew Shirley — Tue, 21 May 2013 16:48:00 EDT

The end of the regular season was full of drama for the McNeese State baseball team.Even after their final game was over, the Cowboys still didn't know if they were going to the Southland Conference tournament...

McNeese Baseball Drops Opener to Southeastern

Drew Shirley — Thu, 16 May 2013 23:18:00 EDT

SOUTHEASTERN 7, McNeese State 6

Kenny Waddell Signs With Spring Hill

Drew Shirley — Tue, 14 May 2013 23:41:00 EDT

In four years at Sam Houston High School, Kenny Waddell distinguished himself as one of the best players in Southwest Louisiana and one of the best ever to wear a Broncos uniform. Now Waddell's hard

Sam Houston Goes 1 Up, 1 Down In 5A Playoffs

Drew Shirley — Sat, 11 May 2013 22:33:00 EDT

Sam Houston upset Brother Martin 8-6 in the 5A quarterfinals, then fell 4-1 to Zachary in the semifinals.

Lake Area Teams 0-For-4 In Baseball Playoffs

Drew Shirley — Fri, 10 May 2013 23:45:00 EDT

WEST MONROE 13, Barbe 4 CATHOLIC 4, Sulphur 2 Kinder 0, EVANGEL CHRISTIAN 1 CLAIBORNE CHRISTIAN 6, Elizabeth 3, 8 innings

5A State Tournament Update

Seth Lewis — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:31:00 EDT

Barbe trails West Monroe 6-0 in the top of the first. We are currently in a lightning delay and the game won't resume until at least 6:30. As for the rest of the games, here's how the updated schedule

Barbe Faces Familiar Foe

Drew Shirley — Thu, 9 May 2013 23:53:00 EDT

The Barbe Buccaneers are hoping to repeat as state champions in baseball. but to do it they will have to defeat an altogether familiar foe, a school that has revenge very much on its mind. Here's Seth

District Rivals Will Root For One Another At State

Drew Shirley — Wed, 8 May 2013 22:42:00 EDT

This is the fourth year in a row that three teams from district 3-5A have made the state tournament. But it is the first time that all three of those teams have come from the Lake Area. Barbe is back

Local State Champs Crowned at State Track Meet

Seth Lewis — Wed, 8 May 2013 12:50:00 EDT

4A Girls Shot Put - Rhea Thompson (St. Louis) Girls Discus Throw - Rhea Thompson (St. Louis) Girls 4x100 Meter Relay - Brianna Soram, Christi Clemons, Shondalynn Jasmine, Hannah Jackson (St. Louis) Girls

McNeese Baseball Loses to Houston 11-5

Drew Shirley — Tue, 7 May 2013 23:11:00 EDT

The McNeese Cowboys home tonight against the Houston Cougars. And this one does not start well for the Cowboys. In the first, Jacob Campbell hammers the ball out to left, it is way back and gone, a 3

Cops & Jocks A Great Success Again

Drew Shirley — Mon, 6 May 2013 22:54:00 EDT

Today was the 11th annual Cops & Jocks Golf Classic at the L'Auberge in Lake Charles. The tournament raises money for the families of Lake Area police officers, McNeese athletics, and other charities,

Three For The Road: Barbe, Sam Houston, Sulphur Advance to New Orleans

Drew Shirley — Mon, 6 May 2013 22:53:00 EDT

Covington 0, BARBE 4 Comeaux 2, SAM HOUSTON 3 SULPHUR 7, Ruston 4

Class B and C Track State Champs

Seth Lewis — Mon, 6 May 2013 00:55:00 EDT

Class C Boys State Champs - Johnson Bayou Class C Girls State Champs - Hackberry

Spike N Splash Wraps Up at Contraband Days

Seth Lewis — Mon, 6 May 2013 00:41:00 EDT

Jason Stoyer - Pro Freestyle Champ Jace Forest - Amateur Freestyle Champ

McNeese Softball Clinches SLC Regular Season Title

Seth Lewis — Mon, 6 May 2013 00:41:00 EDT

The Cowgirls of McNeese Softball only needed one win coming into Sunday to clinch the Southland Regular Season Title. The Cowgirls got two, as they sweep Nicholls by scores of 2-0 and 5-2. The victory

Rosepine, Grand Lake, and Reeves Fall in Baseball Quarterfinals

Seth Lewis — Sun, 5 May 2013 01:08:00 EDT

#9 Rosepine 0 @ #1 Calvary Baptist 10 #24 Grand Lake 1 @ #16 Simpson 2 #5 Reeves 1 @ #4 Maurepas 11

Henry Heights Field Dedicated to Robert Poullard

Seth Lewis — Sun, 5 May 2013 00:08:00 EDT

The field at Henry Heights Softball Complex is now named the Robert "Bob" Poullard Memorial Field after a ribbon cutting ceremony Saturday. The accomplished late coach won five Amateur Softball Association

Spike N Splash Huge Success at Contraband Days

Seth Lewis — Sat, 4 May 2013 23:59:00 EDT

EVP Women's Results Megan Wallin and Pri Lima defeat Kyra Lanco and Emily Haas in straight sets (21-16, 21-16) EVP Men's Results Adam Roberts and Andre Belov defeat Riley Salmon and Tim May in three

LaGrange Alumni Donate More Than $15,000 to Gators Fund

Drew Shirley — Fri, 3 May 2013 22:56:00 EDT

State representative Chuck Kleckley, Philip Tarver, and some other LaGrange alumni have noticed the recent resurgence of the Gators athletic teams, particularly the football team. And they've decided

Sam Houston, Iowa Advance in Baseball Playoffs

Drew Shirley — Wed, 1 May 2013 22:57:00 EDT

Slidell 0, SAM HOUSTON 2 Erath 1, IOWA 8

Barbe, Sulphur Win Playoff Openers

Drew Shirley — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 23:12:00 EDT

Pineville 0, BARBE 10, 5 innings Ponchatoula 1, SULPHUR 2 HANSON MEMORIAL 12, Merryville 1, 6 innings St. Michael the Archangel 5, DERIDDER 6 ST. LOUIS 5, Franklinton 3 South Beauregard 5, EUNICE

5A High School Baseball Playoff brackets unveiled

Seth Lewis — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 18:33:00 EDT

5A Baseball (First Round) 32 Pineville @ 1 Barbe (4/30 6:00) 20 Ponchatoula @ 13 Sulphur (4/30 5:30) 27 Slidell @ 6 Sam Houston (5/1 5:00) The Quarterfinals, Semifinals and Finals are all held at

Saints and LSU Have Successful NFL Draft Weekend, Two MSU Players Sign

Seth Lewis — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 01:20:00 EDT

New Orleans Saints Round 1: Kenny Vaccaro, S, Texas Round 3: Terron Armstead, OT, Arkansas-Pine Bluff Round 3: John Jenkins, DT, Georgia Round 5: Kenny Stills, WR, Oklahoma Round 6: Rufus Johnson,

Sam Houston and Merryville Complete Three Peat State Titles

Seth Lewis — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:18:00 EDT

Sam Houston 8 Mt Carmel 0 (Baylee Corbello 5A MVP) Georgetown 1 Hackberry 2 (Julie Trahan Class C MVP)

Hackberry Takes Third Straight Class C Title

Seth Lewis — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 00:26:00 EDT

After rolling through the playoffs, Hackberry won its third straight championship the tough way, defeating Georgetown 2-1. Junior pitcher Jolie Trahan wins MVP.

Baylee Corbello Throws 16 Strikeouts in Sam Houston 3-Peat

Seth Lewis — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 00:25:00 EDT

Sam Houston wins its third straight title thanks to the hot Lady Broncos bats and the 16 strikeouts of MVP Baylee Corbello...defeating Mt. Carmel 8-0. Due to the late end of the game, the full highlights

Sam Houston, Hackberry, Grand Lake and Starks Advance

Drew Shirley — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 23:41:00 EDT

SAM HOUSTON 7, Dutchtown 1 Elizabeth 0, HACKBERRY 10 Monterey 0, GRAND LAKE 10 STARKS 8, Calvin 4

Sports Person of the Week

Seth Lewis — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 17:02:00 EDT

This week's Sports Person of the Week is Baylee Corbello of Sam Houston High School. The LSU Signee pitched no hitters in the first two rounds of the playoffs to lead her Lady Broncos back to the Fast

LHSAA baseball playoff brackets revealed for 4A through Class C

Seth Lewis — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 17:08:00 EDT

Here are all the local baseball match-ups for 4A through Class C (All match-ups projected for 4-27 except Class C) 4A 26 Leesville @ 7 DeRidder 24 East Jefferson @ 9 St Louis 3A 29 Jena @ 4 Iowa 24

McNeese Baseball Falls to ULL in In-State Rivalry Game

Seth Lewis — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 23:48:00 EDT

McNeese State baseball loses to ULL 11-9. The Cowboys at one time led 4-0, including a three-run third inning, but could not hold of the Ragin' Cajun bats. The loss makes it five straight for the

Fast Pitch 56 Set For Friday in Sulphur

Seth Lewis — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 00:52:00 EDT

Local teams in quarterfinal action on Friday 5A - 19 Sam Houston vs 6 Dutchtown...6:00 PM 4A - 5 DeRidder vs 4 Belle Chasse...6:00 PM 2A - 7 Dequincy vs 2 Riverside Academy...6:00 PM Class B - 6 Monterey

McNeese Softball Sweeps Lamar on Senior Day

Seth Lewis — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 00:42:00 EDT

McNeese Softball defeats Lamar 5-0 to sweep the Lady Cardinals. The win improves the Cowgirls to 35-11 overall and 16-3 in the Southland. The Cowgirls also honored three seniors today after the game.

Louisiana Saltwater Series Tournament

Seth Lewis — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 00:23:00 EDT

Here are the winners of the Louisiana Saltwater Series Tournament happening at Calcasieu Point Landing on Saturday: 1st - Clark Jordan and Dwayne Eschette...16.35 lbs Prize: $2,300 2nd

Defending 5A Champs Sam Houston Advances to Fast Pitch 56

Seth Lewis — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 00:08:00 EDT

HS Softball Baylee Corbello pitches her second consecutive no-hitter with 14 strikeouts as Sam Houston moves on to the Fast Pitch 56 by beating West Monroe 2-0 Also, Sulphur unable to secure a spot in

White Handles Purple 37-0 in LSU Spring Game

Seth Lewis — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 00:02:00 EDT

The new look LSU offense passed the eye-test Saturday, as the White team led by Zach Mettenberger cruised to a 37-0 victory over the Purple Team Mettenberger finished 12 of 19 for 236 yards and two

McNeese Softball Takes Care of Lamar in Doubleheader

Seth Lewis — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 00:01:00 EDT

Jamie Allred and Meagan Bond secure their 16th win of the season respectively, as McNeese takes care of Lamar 6-1 in game one and 4-3 in game two. The victories secure the series win and the Cowgirls

Barbe Slams Sulphur 9-1, Clinches District

Drew Shirley — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 23:21:00 EDT

Barbe is the #1 ranked baseball team in the state, but a few weeks ago, #5 Sulphur beat the Bucs 1-nothing in 9 innings. After a rain delay last night, the Bucs and the Tors met again tonight in another

Starks Beats Plainview 3-0

Drew Shirley — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 23:19:00 EDT

Softball playoffs tonight, Starks at home against Plainview. Wendy Gillet on the mound, has it working, strikes out two in the second, Panthers come to bat with no score. But not for long. Maddie Landry

New Orleans Saints 2013 schedule announced

Seth Lewis — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 08:33:00 EDT

Here's the 2013 New Orleans Saints Schedule (All Times Central):

Sulphur, Barbe Play In The Rain; St. Louis Wins In The Rain

Drew Shirley — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 23:44:00 EDT

When Barbe and Sulphur met earlier this season, the Golden Tors won the game 1-to-nothing in nine innings. The Bucs and the Tors were champing at the bit to get back on the field today in their second

Lady Tigers Too Much For Cowgirls

Drew Shirley — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 23:41:00 EDT

The McNeese State softball ladies have answered every challenge they have faced so far this year. Rolling to a 32-and-10 record and first place in the Southland Conference. But tonight... Was different.

Hackberry Blanks Phoenix; Sam Houston No-Hits

Drew Shirley — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 00:07:00 EDT

High School Softball Playoffs Phoenix 0, HACKBERRY 17, 3 innings Vinton 2, DEQUINCY 10 NORTHWOOD 7, St. Louis 5, 9 innings SAM HOUSTON 9, Natchitoches Central 0 SULPHUR 8, East Ascension 3 Lakeside

DeRidder Survives in First Round of Softball Playoffs

Drew Shirley — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 23:43:00 EDT

In class 4A, the DeRidder Lady Dragons get a scare from 28 seed Franklinton, but they hang on to win 2-1. In 3a, though, the Westlake Rams are shut out by Jena tonight, 5-nothing. A tough night for class

McNeese Baseball Falls in Rubber Match With SFA

Seth Lewis — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 01:06:00 EDT

Stephen F Austin defeats McNeese State 5-3. The Cowboys led at one time 3-2, but a three-run 5th inning by the Lumberjacks gave them the lead and they never looked back. McNeese had its opportunities

#1 Barbe Baseball Takes Care of #6 Sam Houston

Seth Lewis — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 22:56:00 EDT

#6 Sam Houston 0, #1 Barbe 3

McNeese Football Holds Blue and Gold Spring Game

Seth Lewis — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 22:47:00 EDT

McNeese Football holding it's Blue and Gold Spring Game today. No score kept but here are some of the top performers: Passing - Cody Stroud 7-15, 65, td Rushing - Marcus Wiltz 9-56 Receiving - David

Ashlyn and Caitlyn Baggett Make All-Louisiana Team

Seth Lewis — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 00:44:00 EDT

Story Courtesy of McNeese State SID Pam Lafosse: Seniors Ashlyn and Caitlyn Baggett Named To All-Louisiana Team RUSTON-- Seniors Ashlyn and Caitlyn Baggett have been named to the 2013 Louisiana

Cowboys Baseball Kicks Off Big Weekend for MSU Sports

Seth Lewis — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 00:37:00 EDT

The McNeese Baseball team loses to Stephen F Austin 3-0 in game one of their three game series with the Lumberjacks. This game kicks off a big weekend for McNeese Sports, headlined by the Blue and Gold

Saints sign Offensive Tackle Jason Smith

Seth Lewis — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 23:58:00 EDT

The Saints signed offensive tackle Jason Smith today to a one-year deal The fifth year pro was the 2nd overall pick in 2009 to the St. Louis Rams, but since, has been labeled a "draft-day bust" by many

McNeese Football All Set For Spring Game Saturday

Seth Lewis — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 23:50:00 EDT

The McNeese Football team held their last practice today before their Spring Game Saturday. The game kicks off for 1 P.M.

Two Barbe Bucs Sign With Angelina

Drew Shirley — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 23:02:00 EDT

National Signing Day for basketball is still a week away, but a few local players heading for junior colleges are able to sign their letters early, and so they are. Nick Burks and Jordan Bilbo from Barbe

Ashlyn Baggett is Southland Conference Student-Athlete of the Year

Drew Shirley — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 22:59:00 EDT

Ashlyn Baggett is the Southland Conference student-athlete of the year... again. She is the first women's basketball player to win the award three straight years. Baggett finished her career with more

Oberlin Beats Hamilton Christian 6-1, Takes District Lead

Drew Shirley — Tue, 9 Apr 2013 23:58:00 EDT

The baseball district races are getting serious. Oberlin came to town today to take on Hamilton Christian, and things got a little chippy. Tied at 1 in the 3rd... Jordy Peter to 3rd, Javin Carter picks

McNeese Takes Out Louisiana-Monroe, 6-2

Drew Shirley — Tue, 9 Apr 2013 23:51:00 EDT

Michael Williams hit a 2-run home run and the McNeese State Cowboys snapped a 4-game losing streak with a 6-2 win over Louisiana-Monroe on Tuesday night.

Iowa Holds Off Westlake; South Beau Sweeps Jennings

Drew Shirley — Mon, 8 Apr 2013 23:52:00 EDT

Hard to believe but we are already in the second half of the district baseball season, and teams are starting to position themselves for the Louisiana playoffs. The Iowa Yellow Jackets were home tonight

McNeese Softball Unable to Complete Sweep of SFA

Seth Lewis — Mon, 8 Apr 2013 00:12:00 EDT

McNeese Softball falls to Stephen F Austin 2-0 in the final game of the weekend series. The Cowgirls take the series overall 2-1 and are now 8-2 in the Southland with a 27-9 record overall. Head coach

Sam Houston Defeats Sulphur in 3-5A Baseball Showdown

Seth Lewis — Sat, 6 Apr 2013 23:56:00 EDT

Sam Houston 4 Sulphur 2 Barbe 8 Comeaux 2

McNeese Softball Strikes Out Stephen F Austin in Pink Doubleheader

Seth Lewis — Sat, 6 Apr 2013 23:51:00 EDT

McNeese Softball defeats Stephen F Austin 5-4 and 4-0 in doubleheader. Emily Vincent coming up huge for the Cowgirls with 3 RBI including a two-run homer and the game-tying RBI single. This was all in

Sam Houston Stomps Carencro

Drew Shirley — Fri, 5 Apr 2013 20:46:00 EDT

It was on a day just like today that the great Ernie Banks, Mr. Cub, said, "let's play two!" But after getting rained out yesterday, the Sam Houston Broncos were just happy to be able to play one baseball

Barbe Crushes Acadiana; St. Louis Tops Washington-Marion

Drew Shirley — Thu, 4 Apr 2013 23:41:00 EDT

The Barbe Buccaneers are the #1 ranked baseball team in Louisiana Class 5A... But they are just #2 in their own district after losing to Sulphur in a 1-nothing, 9-inning duel on Tuesday. Tonight the

McNeese Baseball Sweeps Northwestern State

Seth Lewis — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 00:15:00 EDT

Northwestern State 4, McNeese State 5 The Cowboys are now 5-1 in the Southland Conference and 17-9 overall. They will next head to Lafayette for a mid-week game with ULL before heading to Sam Houston

Cowgirls Basketball Great Run Comes to End in WBI Championship

Seth Lewis — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 00:07:00 EDT

The McNeese State Cowgirls set a lot of first this year. This was the first year they made the postseason three years in a row. The Cowgirls victory over Mercer in the first round of the Women's Basketball

Cowboys Slam Demons 11-5

Drew Shirley — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 13:54:00 EDT

The McNeese State Cowboys got a grand slam from Tyler Klouser on their way to an 11-5 victory over Northwestern State Thursday night.

Comeback Cowgirls Beat South Dakota, Advance To WBI Championship

Drew Shirley — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 13:53:00 EDT

The McNeese Cowgirls seem to like life on the road. A bus trip to Georgia and North Carolina resulted in two wins in the Women's Basketball Invitational, And that led to a plane ride to South Dakota

LSU Pro Day

Seth Lewis — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 23:43:00 EDT

There were over 100 credentialed media members at LSU Pro Day today... and for good reason. As they all witnessed what could potentially be the largest draft class in LSU history. 7 Sports Reporter Seth

Lacrosse comes to Lake Charles

Drew Shirley — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 15:49:00 EDT

And here's something you don't see every day... or any day. Lacrosse in Lake Charles. Houston Metro versus Baton Rouge LC. In the second period, Houston gets the goal from Jeff Cole. Baton Rouge responds

St. Louis Baseball Blanks LaGrange

Drew Shirley — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 20:20:00 EDT

LaGrange Baseball 0, ST. LOUIS 15, 5 innings

Iowa baseball, softball sweep Jennings

Drew Shirley — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 16:45:00 EDT

Jennings 0, IOWA Baseball 5 Jennings 4, IOWA Softball 15

Cowgirls Basketball to travel to South Dakota for WBI Semis

Seth Lewis — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 16:39:00 EDT

After a semifinals exit in the Southland Tournament, most thought that the McNeese Women's Basketball Team's 2013 run was over.

Cowgirls Basketball makes history beating Mercer

Seth Lewis — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 16:45:00 EDT

This season didn't go the way McNeese Women's Basketball envisioned it. They finished fifth in the Southland and were bounced in the Semifinals of the conference tournament. Even still, they had a chance

McNeese Cowgirls do not get shut out of postseason

Drew Shirley — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 16:44:00 EDT

After they lost in the semifinals of the Southland Conference tournament last week, the McNeese Cowgirls thought their season might be over. They weren't going to the NCAA tournament and it seemed very

McNeese Football holds first scrimmage of Spring

Seth Lewis — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 16:42:00 EDT

From McNeese SID Matt Bonnette: LAKE CHARLES – McNeese ended the first two weeks of spring practice with its first scrimmage of the slate and both the offense and defense could say they had the upper

Sports Person of the Week - Drew Heinen

Drew Shirley — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 19:14:00 EDT

This week's Sports Person of the Week is Drew Heinen of Vinton Elementary. Heinen won state for the 10-year-old division of the Knights of Columbus free throw shooting contest.

McNeese Softball, Baseball Shut Out Opponents

Drew Shirley — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 00:08:00 EDT

After an up-and-down start, the McNeese softball ladies have ripped off 10 wins in a row and are starting to get votes in the national polls. Tonight they went for 11 straight against Louisiana-Monroe. Leading

McNeese Cowgirls Accept Postseason Bid

Drew Shirley — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 23:22:00 EDT

Hey, remember last week when I said that the Baggett sisters had played their last college game? Ahem. Just kidding. The McNeese State Cowgirls have accepted a bid to play in the Women's Basketball Invitational,

Vinton Softball, Baseball Beat East Beauregard

Drew Shirley — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 23:20:00 EDT

The local basketball season is winding down just in time for baseball and softball season to get serious. And by serious, I mean district. East Beauregard visiting Vinton tonight, And the softball ladies

Saints sign veteran tight end Ben Watson

Seth Lewis — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 15:12:00 EDT

Going into free agency, the Saints targeted the tight end position as a need. Yes, they have Pro-Bowl tight end Jimmy Graham, but they wanted someone else to pair with their young star who could make

McNeese Softball Completes Sweep of Texas A&M CC

Seth Lewis — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 00:27:00 EDT

The McNeese Cowgirls softball team completed it's sweep of Texas A&M Corpus Christi by winning game 3, 4-1. Things were tied at 0 in the bottom second when Taylor Goree blasted a solo HR to right field

McNeese Softball Breezes Past Texas A&M Corpus Christi in Doubleheader

Seth Lewis — Sat, 16 Mar 2013 23:51:00 EDT

McNeese Softball continued its hot start to the season with victories of 4-2 and 5-1 over Texas A&M Corpus Christi. The Cowgirls will go for the sweep tomorrow at noon.

The Cowgirls Bid at Three Straight Spoiled by Oral Roberts

Seth Lewis — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 17:56:00 EDT

The McNeese State Cowgirls won the Southland Conference tournament each of the last two years, and after two impressive victories this week, the ladies looked willing and able to make it three in a row.

Baggett Sisters Part 3 of 3 - Three of a Kind

Seth Lewis — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 11:17:00 EDT

After tackling their illness, the Baggett's next set their sights in McNeese history. Winning the next two conference championships and earning the school's first NCAA tournament birth. While the twins

Drew vs. You - Roller Derby with Desiree Juarez

Drew Shirley — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 08:46:00 EDT

It is time once again for Drew vs. You. Every Tuesday at 6, I challenge a local athlete in his or her favorite sport. And this week, I discover that round wheels and a flat floor don't mix. This week

Baggett Sisters Part 2 of 3 - Rebound

Drew Shirley — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 23:07:00 EDT

Caitlyn Baggett and her twin sister Ashlyn have both been MVP of the Southland Conference tournament, and they will try to lead the Cowgirls to a third straight S-L-C championship this week. But in part

Baggett Sisters Part 1 of 3 - Childhood

Drew Shirley — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 23:42:00 EDT

This week, the McNeese State Cowgirls will try to win the Southland Conference tournament for the third year in a row. And their fortunes may well depend upon three sisters who share much more than just

Drew vs. You - Softball with Emily Vincent

Drew Shirley — Tue, 5 Mar 2013 19:38:00 EST

It is time once again for Drew vs. You. Every Tuesday at 6, I compete against a local athlete in his or her favorite sport, and this week, I go down swinging. This week on Drew vs. You, we are at Cowgirl

Drew vs. You - Tumbling with Aaliyah Ardoin

Drew Shirley — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 18:10:00 EST

This week on Drew vs. You, we are at Washington-Marion high school. I'm here with Aaliyah Ardoin, she's a sophomore and she has challenged me to a tumbling contest. Now, what do I need to do to be a successful tumbler?

Drew vs. The Harlem Globetrotters

Drew Shirley — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 11:38:00 EST

To be honest, tonight was one of the biggest thrills of my entire life. Not only were the Harlem Globetrotters coming to Lake Charles, but I was going to get the chance to take the court during the game. If

Drew vs. You - Wrestling with St. Louis State Champs

Drew Shirley — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:34:00 EST

This week on Drew vs. You, despite my best efforts, I take the fall.

2013 McNeese football commitments

Elona Weston — Wed, 6 Feb 2013 12:36:00 EST

It's National Signing Day and McNeese will have a strong recruiting class:

McNeese Women's basketball advances to Semis of WBI

Seth Lewis — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 16:48:00 EDT

McNeese Women's Basketball continues to roll in postseason play, defeating Elon in the Quarterfinals of the Women's Basketball Invitational 66-58. Caitlyn Baggett again having a stellar game, scoring

McNeese Softball wins series with Southeastern

Seth Lewis — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 16:47:00 EDT

McNeese Softball had their 12 game win streak snapped today, losing game two 5-3, but they pulled out the rubber match 4-2 to take the series Pitcher Jamie Allred had two wins this weekend, while Alanna

Saints keep Vilma and Smith, lose Daniel and Herring

Kirk Michelet — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 17:37:00 EDT

According to a league source the Saints have restructured contracts that will keep linebacker Jonathan Vilma and defensive end Will Smith in New Orleans.

Lacassine says goodbye to Eddie Michalko

Drew Shirley — Fri, 8 Mar 2013 17:29:00 EST

It was another tough finals loss for the Lady Cardinals, and a tough ending for head coach Eddie Mikalko, who is retiring after a long, successful career in Louisiana girls basketball.

LSU announces 2013 football schedule

Kirk Michelet — Tue, 5 Mar 2013 12:22:00 EST

LSU's season-opener against TCU in the Cowboys Classic in Arlington, Texas, will kickoff at 8 p.m. and will be televised nationally by ESPN, the SEC announced on Tuesday.

Drew vs. You - Bowling with Tyrone Brown

Drew Shirley — Wed, 6 Feb 2013 12:06:00 EST

It is time once again for Drew vs. You. Every Tuesday at 6, I compete against a local athlete in his or her favorite sport. And this week, I learned what it is like to get bowled over.

LeBron, Heat dig deep to top Pacers in Game 1

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:28:00 EDT

It could have been the perfect matchup to cap an unforgettable game. LeBron James driving to the rim to face Roy Hibbert, one play to decide Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals.

LeBron saves Heat at buzzer of Game 1

Thu, 23 May 2013 02:57:00 EDT

LeBron James caught the inbounds pass, changed direction and immediately attacked the rim.

AP Source: Coach K returning to US men's team

Wed, 22 May 2013 20:17:00 EDT

By BRIAN MAHONEY AP Basketball Writer Mike Krzyzewski had decided to remain coach of the U.S. men's Olympic basketball team.

NBA draft order set, so who goes No. 1?

Wed, 22 May 2013 17:17:00 EDT

By JON KRAWCZYNSKI AP Basketball Writer The Cleveland Cavaliers are on top of the NBA draft yet again, only this time there is no LeBron James waiting to save them. There may not even be a Kyrie Irving.

Spurs can't ease up despite 2-0 lead on Grizzlies

Wed, 22 May 2013 03:46:00 EDT

If the Western Conference finals seem the slightest bit over after two San Antonio wins, hold that thought for a minute.

Spurs can't ease up despite 2-0 lead on Grizzlies

Wed, 22 May 2013 03:36:00 EDT

If the Western Conference finals seem the slightest bit over after two San Antonio wins, hold that thought for a minute.

Sharks hang on to beat Kings 2-1 and tie series

Wed, 22 May 2013 03:36:00 EDT

The San Jose Sharks barely held off the Los Angeles Kings at the end for a second straight home win.

Sharks tie series with 2-1 win over Kings

Wed, 22 May 2013 02:05:00 EDT

Joe Thornton set the tone for the San Jose Sharks with a dominant first period. After that, the Sharks did their best to hang on and tie up their playoff series against the Los Angeles Kings.

Spurs blow late lead, beat Grizzlies 93-89 in OT

Wed, 22 May 2013 01:15:00 EDT

When Tony Parker started running low on masterful plays, Tim Duncan was there to take over and lead the San Antonio Spurs to a 2-0 lead in the Western Conference finals.

Cavaliers win NBA draft lottery again

Tue, 21 May 2013 22:36:00 EDT

What's not to like? Being in the lottery every year.