Brandon A. Williams
Reporter
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Brandon Williams is a reporter at KPLC in Lake Charles, Louisiana. He is originally from Prince George's County, Maryland and graduated from Bowie State University in spring 2020. At Bowie State, he majored in communications, serving as a sports reporter and game day broadcaster for the university's TV station. Brandon served as the first president of the Bowie State University Association of Black Journalists (BSUABJ).
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Gavin Sonnier is a fierce competitor on the Jiu-Jitsu mat, and he proved it by winning Gold at the American National IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu No-Gi championship in June. The Welsh native has been competing in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu since he was 12 and has accumulated 60 medals.
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Close to 400 student-athletes attended the Last Chance football camp to show off their skills and learn new techniques. McNeese head coach Frank Wilson says it gave them a chance to compete as fall camp approaches.
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In addition, McNeese is expecting major contributions from former Kansas corner Corione Harris, linebacker Ge’Mon Eaford of Oregon, and offensive linemen Romello Tarver of Central Michigan and Iowa transfer Trey Winters.
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The 2021 Southland Conference Media Day is in the books and the McNeese Cowboys are ready to get back on the field for a fall season for the first time since 2019.
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The four-star running back chose the Tigers over offers from schools like Auburn and Texas. For him, there was something special about the Louisiana connection with the coaching staff.
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College Oaks Park has new life thanks to Scotts and Major League Baseball’s Field Refurbishment Program. After suffering hurricane damage it’s been rebuilt with resodded grounds and dirt in an effort to get young softball players back on the diamond.
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College programs like Tulane, Louisville, and UL-Lafayette wanted Deville in their program, but the playmaker chose to commit to Big Ten member Purdue as a wide receiver. Deville is believed to be the first Power 5 commit in Iowa history.
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Former McNeese Cowboy Josh Quayhaygen successfully defended his Welterweight Title defeating Dionicio Gustavo in a five-round championship bought at Karate Combat Season 3.
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In his final season with St. Louis Catholic, Nick Ughova achieved great success. He finished with a 3.9 GPA and averaged around 12 pts and 7 boards per game.
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McNeese Cowgirls head coach James Landreneau hosted his softball pitching camp for high school athletes that are looking to enhance their skills in the circle. It’s an opportunity for them to gain some new tools to make them sharper on and off the diamond.
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Were just a couple of months away from the start of the 2021 football season, which means it’s time for the 7-in-Seven countdown. The most competitive districts to keep an eye on during football season.
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The Mississippi State signee pitched in 84 innings this past season posting 121 strikeouts and two no-hitters en route to the Buccaneers capturing their 11th Class 5A state championship.
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McNeese Rodeo competitor Gavin Soileau brought home first prize in Steer Wrestling at the National College Finals Rodeo in late June. He says winning at the NCFR has been a goal of his since before he got into college.
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During their playoff run, the Bucs pitched four shutouts and had one no-hitter.
This week we bring you the top McNeese matchups to look out for come kick-off time in September.
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The DeRidder native says it’s important to show young kids that making it to the NFL is possible and that they could be the next man up.
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Barbe Buccaneer Kyle DeBarge knows what it’s like to step up and make a play in big moments, and no moment was bigger than when he scored the winning run in the LHSAA baseball tournament against Sam Houston.
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McNeese head coach Frank Wilson says the turnout was more than he expected.
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In his final season with the pokes, the bearded one led the team in home runs (12), was named the Southland Conference baseball tournament MVP, and earned ABCA All-Region second-team honors.
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The Blazers have 10 student-athletes with college offers including running back TreVonte Citizen and defensive back Curley Reed who each hold multiple Power 5 offers.
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On Saturday, the Cowboys will host the first annual Elite Showcase football camp to showcase the McNeese football program by bringing high school prospects to campus.
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The first day of the Second Annual Edward Lee Kinney Memorial Rodeo kicked off on Friday. It’s an event that helps raise money for high school seniors and honors the life of the late Edward Kinney. A true trailblazer in the rodeo community whose impact is still felt to this day.
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Redshirt freshman and Sulphur native Scott Jones had a big part to play in the championship game.
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The LSU Lady Tigers continue to make moves in what has already been a busy off-season. Their latest addition comes in the form of Sytia Messer who was named the LSU associate head coach.
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The Cowboys were selected as the four seed in the Fort Worth regional alongside TCU, Oregon State, and Dallas Baptist.
Barbe lands number one on MaxPreps and Perfect Game Top 25 high school baseball rankings.
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No. 7 Cowboys edge No. 3 Southeastern 3-2 in SLC tournament
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Christine Meaux has suffered more damage to her trailer home after she claims Blue Roof didn’t properly repair it after Hurricane Delta.
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The McNeese Cowgirls avoided elimination after beating George Washington 12-0 in five innings.
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The Saints of St. Louis Catholic are state champions again for the first time since 2011, and senior pitcher Chase Wilson was a big reason for the win.
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Cowboys set to take on UCA in regular-season finale
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Elizabeth falls to Choudrant in Class B title game
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Hornets get stung in State Championship 4-1
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Another battle of the ages between the top two teams in Class 5A ended with Barbe walking off in extra innings 1-0 over Sam Houston.
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The Rosepine Eagles came from behind in their 9-5 semifinal victory over No. 3 Mangham to punch their ticket to the Class 2A state title game.
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Final scores and highlights from our area teams that were in action today.
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As St. Louis racked up hardware at the Division III tennis state championship over the weekend. The boy’s team took home the first tennis title in program history.
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The second round of LHSAA baseball playoffs is mostly wrapped up, with a majority of the teams winning game two of their respective series.
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Final scores and highlights from some of our area schools that were in playoff action tonight.
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Final scores and highlights from our coverage schools that were in action today.
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Senior out-fielder Karagan Howard has been one of the most vocal in this year’s success.
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It’s the start of a new era for McNeese women’s basketball, and first-year head coach Lynn Kennedy has wasted little time getting to work.
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The (3) Lady Buccaneers have punched their ticket to Sulphur after beating Class 5A rival (6) Sam Houston 6-3 in seven innings.
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Rosepines’ Chloe Bennett is known for being a fierce competitor in the circle.
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Both Merryville and Rosepine punched their ticket to the big dance in Sulphur.
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The Cowgirls entered the weekend off back-to-back sweeps in conference play, but following a series loss to Southeastern and McNeese is back to searching for that winning consistency.