Spencer Chrisman

WAFB Digital Content Producer

Baton Rouge, La

Spencer Chrisman is a native of Walker, Louisiana who is returning to the media world after a 5-year absences.

He started working in media in 2011 with KALB in Alexandria, Louisiana as a multimedia journalist, and helped cover the LSU football team in the 2011 SEC Championship Game.

Spencer has been part of the WAFB team before as an intern with the 9Sports in 2012. He has recently worked as a freelancer helping shoot local high school football for Sportsline Friday Night, and a producer for 9Sports Extra.

Contact Spencer via email at spencer.chrisman@wafb.com.

Education:

Louisiana College: Major Print/Broadcast Journalism
Walker High School

Recent Articles by Spencer

Clemson and Bama remain atop both major college football polls

Clemson and Alabama have kept their top spots as the top two teams in the nation, while previously No. 3 ranked Georgia dropped to No. 4 after their loss to the Crimson Tide on Saturday.

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Published October 18, 2020 at 1:05 PM

First SEC football game postponed due to COVID-19

The first Southeastern Conference football game for the 2020 season has been postponed due to COVID-19.

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Published October 12, 2020 at 2:56 PM

REPORT: Michael Thomas out Monday night vs. Chargers, not injury related

New Orleans Saints' wide receiver Michael Thomas will not play in the game Monday night against the Los Angeles Chargers. Thomas will not miss the game due to his ankle injury.

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Published October 11, 2020 at 4:11 PM

Gov. Edwards provides update on state’s response to Delta

Governor John Bel Edwards provides an update on the state’s response to Delta on Sunday, Oct. 11.

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Published October 11, 2020 at 2:59 PM

47th Annual Bayou Classic will be played in Shreveport

The 47th Annual Bayou Classic will be played on Saturday, April 17, at Independence Stadium in Shreveport.

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Published October 5, 2020 at 9:16 PM

Burrow finally gets elusive first career win

It took until week four in the NFL for rookie quarterback Joe Burrow to finally get his first win in the NFL.

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Published October 4, 2020 at 3:17 PM

Burrow still in search of first NFL win despite 5 TDs, completion record

Former LSU quarterback Joe Burrow is still in search of his first career win in the NFL with the Cincinnati Bengals.

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Published October 3, 2020 at 11:09 AM

SEC announces start dates for men’s and women’s basketball

Southeastern Conference Commissioner Greg Sankey announced start dates for men’s and women’s college basketball.

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Published September 25, 2020 at 10:19 AM

Gov. Edwards declares state of emergency in anticipation of Beta

In anticipation of Tropical Storm Beta and the impacts that Louisiana could possibly see from the storm, Governor John Bel Edwards issued a state of emergency Monday, Sept. 21.

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Published September 21, 2020 at 11:49 AM

Gov. Edwards says La. prepared to assist neighboring states as Sally’s forecast shifts to Miss./Ala. state line

Gov. Edwards said he had spoken with governor’s of both state and Louisiana would be able to offer personnel and equipment to help with search and rescue and disaster relief efforts, if needed.

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Published September 15, 2020 at 9:21 PM

Saints host Tom Brady led Bucs, open as 3.5-point favorites

A NFC South Division clash will kick off the 2020 NFL season for the New Orleans Saints, who open as 3.5 point favorites over the Tom Brady led Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

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Published September 11, 2020 at 8:52 AM

Bonine: ’It’s time to play football in Louisiana’

During a meeting on Friday, September 4 with the Louisiana High School Athletic Association to determine if and when high school sports would begin specifically with football.

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Published September 4, 2020 at 6:12 PM

More parishes approved for FEMA aid following Hurricane Laura

List of Louisiana parishes impacted by Hurricane Laura now eligible for FEMA aid.

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Published September 2, 2020 at 9:53 AM

New reception center opens for evacuees affected by Hurricane Laura

A new reception center has opened up for evacuees that are seeking shelter due to the aftermath of Hurricane Laura.

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Published August 29, 2020 at 11:51 AM

President Trump amends emergency declarations for La., Texas ahead of Hurricane Laura

President Donald Trump has now amended the emergency declarations for both Texas and Louisiana ahead of the landfall of Hurricane Laura.

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Published August 25, 2020 at 9:11 PM

LSU is ranked No. 6 in the AP Top 25 preseason poll that arrived Monday, August 24. The SEC has six teams ranked in the top 15.

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Published August 24, 2020 at 11:24 AM

LSU adds one of the nation’s top OL prospect for class of 2022

One of the nation’s top rated offensive line prospects for the class of 2022 has shutdown his recruiting process.

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Published August 17, 2020 at 2:22 PM

The New Orleans Pelicans have fired head coach Alvin Gentry. Exec. VP of Basketball Operations David Griffin announced on Saturday, August 15, that Gentry has been relieved of his head coaching duties.

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Published August 15, 2020 at 7:20 PM

LSU basketball lands 3-star shooting guard from IMG Academy

Will Wade and company have landed a commitment from 3-star shooting guard Brandon Murray from IMG Academy on Friday, Aug. 14.

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Published August 15, 2020 at 9:41 AM

Former Nicholls State RB Dalton Hilliard Jr. dies at 29

Former Nicholls State running back Dalton Hilliard Jr. has died at the age of 29.

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Published August 10, 2020 at 7:21 PM

REPORT: SEC presidents expected to discuss plans for fall athletics in impromptu meeting

Presidents of schools in the Southeastern Conference (SEC) are scheduled to have an unexpected meeting Monday, Aug. 10, according to Sports Illustrated’s Ross Dellenger.

Spencer Chrisman

Published August 10, 2020 at 5:20 PM

REPORT: Big Ten cancels its 2020 college football season

With the growing concern surrounding the health and safety due to COVID-19, the Big Ten has made the announcement to cancel the 2020 football season, according to Sports Illustrated’s Ross Dellenger and multiple media reports.

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Published August 10, 2020 at 4:45 PM

LSU football ranks No. 5 in preseason Coaches Poll

The first major preseason poll arrived Thursday, August 6, and LSU football is ranked No. 5 in the Amway Coaches Preseason Poll Top 25.

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Published August 6, 2020 at 11:29 AM

REPORT: Former LSU RB Jeremy Hill back in the NFL

Former LSU running back Jeremy Hill is back in the NFL.

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Published August 2, 2020 at 11:05 AM

REPORT: Former LSU safety Jamal Adams traded to Seahawks

According to multiple reports, the New York Jets are trading All-Pro safety Jamal Adams to the Seattle Seahawks.

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Published July 25, 2020 at 5:53 PM

Saints announce cancellation of their four preseason games

On Friday, July 24, the New Orleans Saints announced the cancellation of their four preasons games for the 2020 NFL season. The decision was made after discussions between the NFL and the NFLPA.

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Published July 24, 2020 at 3:40 PM

LSU’s All-American cornerback named to Paul Hornung watch list

LSU All-American cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. was named to the 2020 Paul Hornung watch list. The award honors college football’s most versatile player.

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Published July 23, 2020 at 1:41 PM

Drew Brees tweets his concerns about the upcoming season

New Orleans Saints Quarterback Drew Brees took to social media Sunday, July 19, to voice his concerns about the upcoming season.

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Published July 19, 2020 at 2:39 PM

Chase and Marshall named to Biletnikoff Award watch list

LSU wide receivers Ja’Marr Chase and Terrace Marshall Jr. were named to the Fred Biletnikoff Award watch list on Thursday, July 16.

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Published July 16, 2020 at 10:14 AM

LSU picks up commit from 4-star DE Keanu Koht to 2021 class

LSU football head coach Ed Orgeron and company picked up their third commitment for the month of July as four-star defensive end Keanu Koht announced his decision via Twitter.

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Published July 4, 2020 at 3:10 PM

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Baton Rouge, La

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