Ed Orgeron is back coaching at LSU again! Head coach Lane Kiffin has added the former Tigers head coach to his staff as the special assistant to recruiting and defense. WWL Radio Sports Talk show host and longtime friend of Orgeron, Mike Detillier, says Coach O has been wanting to return to LSU for several months…

Cut 6 (11) “..for him.”

The 64-year-old from LaRose was the head coach at LSU from 2016 to 2021 and put together one of the greatest college football teams ever in 2019 when the Tigers went 15-0 and won the national championship.

LSU’s baseball season ended last night a three to one loss to auburn in the SEC Tournament. Coach Jay Joyhnson…

Cut 26 (18) “…after the game”

The Ragin Cajuns won a thrilling game over Coastal Carolina 12 to 11 yesterday to advance to the winner’s bracket of the Sun Belt Tournament. The Cajuns will play Texas State at 4 PM.

Louisiana Tech plays Liberty tomorrow morning in the Conference USA Tournament and will have to win in order to advance to the semifinals after losing to Sam Houston 14 to 13.

Tonight in Beaumont, the three-game Southland Tournament championship series begins with McNeese battling Lamar. Lamar is McNeese’s biggest rival, and Coach Justin Hill says it’s fun to have a high-stakes series against the Cardinals

Cut 18 (14)  “…for the league.”

It’s over, the worst LSU baseball season since the arrival of Skip Bertman ended last night with a three-to-one loss in the SEC Tournament to Auburn. The Tigers finish 30-28 and 10-22 against SEC opponents. Last night’s game was likely the last for LSU stars Derek Curiel, Steven Milam and injured Jake Brown.

There was speculation that Lane Kiffin might add former national champion head coach Ed Orgeron to his staff when Kiffin was hired at LSU. That speculation became a reality last night when LSU announced that Coach O is returning to LSU and will serve as a special assistant to recruiting and defense. The 64-year-old hasn’t coached since he was fired by LSU in 2021.

Coach Will Wade continues to bring in foreign players. The latest commitment comes from seven-foot Croatian Michael Ruzic. Ruzic brings size and skill to LSU’s front court, according to CBS Sports Jon Rothstein. The 19-year-old has been playing professionally since 2023.

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The Ragin Cajuns pulled off a huge win in the Sun Belt Tournament yesterday as they outscored 24th-ranked Coastal Carolina 12 to 11 to advance into the winner’s bracket, where they’ll play Texas State at 4 PM. It’s the first time U-L Lafayette scored 10 or more runs in consecutive Sun Belt Tournament games since 1998.

Disappointing loss for Louisiana Tech in the Conference USA Tournament as the Bulldogs lost to Sam Houston 14 to 13.

Southern won its 16^th in a row, a walk-off win over Jackson State four to three in ten innings. Senior first baseman Jaylon Lucky with the game-winning hit.

Alabama State blanked Grambling 10 to 0 to send the Tigers to the losers bracket.

Tonight in Beaumont, McNeese and Lamar open their best of three Southland Championship series.  Cowboys Coach Justin Hill…

Cut 16 (06) “…to score points.”

First pitch is at 6 PM.

LSU men’s basketball coach Will Wade is taking heat for reportedly signing a player who previously signed an NBA contract. Former St. John’s star R.J. Luis (“Louis”) signed a two-way contract with the Utah Jazz after going undrafted. Tiger Rag Editor Glenn Guilbeau doesn’t blame Wade for trying to stretch the rules.

Cut 7 (10) “…mad at Wade?”

Luis never played in an NBA or G-League regular season game.

Congressman Cleo Fields is joining the rest of the Congressional Black Caucus and the NAACP in urging Black athletes to boycott states which are redistricting Blacks out of Congress. Fields says it makes no sense for Black athletes to represent states that want to treat them as second-class citizens off the field.

Cut 10 (10) “…Tuesday through Friday.”

LSU has struggled on the mound this season, but got good pitching performances from three pitchers in a six to two win over Oklahoma to advance to the second round of the SEC Tournament. Grant Fontenot, Gavin Guidry and Deven Sheerin held O-U to six hits and struck out 13 Sooner hitters. On offense, Derek Curiel led the way with three hits, but after the game wanted to talk about the Tigers pitching…

Cut 26 (18) “…go out there”

LSU and sixth ranked Auburn will likely start after 8 PM tonight.

Not much pitching in the Conference USA Tournament game between La Tech and Sam Houston. The Bulldogs had 20 hits but gave up six runs in the eighth inning to lose 14 to 13. Tech’s next game is Friday against Liberty.

They are in a weather delay in the Sun Bel Tourney with the Cajuns leading Coastal Carolina 10 to 7 in the seventh.

LSU men’s basketball coach Will Wade is facing criticism for reportedly signing a player who previously signed an NBA contract. Former St. John’s star and Big East Player of the Year R-J Luis (Louis) signed a two-way contract with the Utah Jazz after going undrafted. Tiger Rag Editor Glenn Guilbeau says there’s a good chance the NCAA will say Luis is ineligible, but LSU can challenge that ruling in court…

Cut 6 (10) “…or not.”

NCAA Charlie Baker has previously said the NCAA will not grant eligibility to any athlete who has signed an NBA contract, including a two-way contract. National college basketball reporter Jeff Goodman said on his “Field of 68” podcast that Wade is making a mockery of college basketball.

The LSU baseball team gets to play one more game as the Tigers defeated Oklahoma six to two last night. William Schmidt was the scheduled starting pitcher for LSU, but he did not pitch, because of back stiffness. Grant Fontenot got the start and Gavin Guidry and Deven Sheerin came out of the bullpen as the three pitchers held the Sooners to just six hits. It might have been Guidry’s last game as an LSU pitcher…

Cut 20 (18) “anyways”

Tonight could be LSU’s last game of the season as the Tigers host Sixth ranked Auburn in a game that will likely start after 8 PM.

The Pelicans announce they are playing two games overseas in the regular season next year. New Orleans will face San Antonio on January 14^th in Paris and will also play the Spurs in Manchester, England on January 17^th.

The LSU baseball team’s season is still alive as the Tigers defeated Oklahoma six to two in the opening round of the SEC Tournament. William Schmidt did not start on the mound because of back stiffness, but Grant Fontenot, Gavin Guidry, and Deven Sheerin combined to limit the Sooners to six hits, and they struck out 13. LSU faces sixth ranked Auburn tonight.

LSU men’s basketball coach Will Wade continues to stock his roster with professional players. Italian pro Saliou Niang (sah-LYOO NYANG rhymes with sang) has reportedly committed to the Tigers. The 22-year-old Niang is a six-foot-six forward who averaged nine points this season.

Wade has also signed former Big East Player of the Year RJ Luis, who starred at St. John’s, averaging 17 points and seven rebounds a game during the 2024-25 season. He signed a contract with the Boston Celtics last year. Luis did not play in a professional game, but may need a judge to rule him eligible to play at LSU.

The Cajuns took care of business in the opening round of the Sun Belt Tournament by run-ruling Marshall 11 to 1 yesterday. U-L Lafayette tied a season-high with 15 hits as Noah Lewis had four hits, including a home run and three runs driven in. The Cajuns move into the double-elimination round of the tournament and will play Coastal Carolina at 12:30 today.

Louisiana Tech takes on Sam Houston in the Conference USA Tournament at 9 AM. Good pitching matchup as Declan Dahl will go for the Bulldogs. He was named the Conference USA Newcomer of the Year. The Bearcats will send Ryan Peterson to the hill, he has 102 strikeouts on the season.

Southern brings a 15-game winning streak into the SWAC Tournament. The Jaguars will play Jackson State at 3 PM in Birmingham. Southern’s K-J White has been named the league’s top hitter. He is hitting 4-23. Grambling is a five-seed and will face fourth seeded Alabama State at noon.

LSU System President Wade Rousse says there’s not been much movement towards breaking ground on a new 400-million-dollar arena that would be built next to Alex Box Stadium. Rousse says there is a local sales tax on nearby businesses that’s collecting revenue, but money from state government would be helpful too…

Cut 20 (11) “…property”

There is a lawsuit seeking to stop the collection of that sales tax, because voters never were given an opportunity vote on its implementation.

The former Big East Player of the Year has signed with Will Wade and the LSU men’s basketball program, but he might not be eligible to play. That’s because six-foot-seven R-J Luis signed a contract with the Utah Jazz, then he was traded to Boston. But never played in a professional game. It could take a court ruling to make him eligible to play college basketball.

A very disappointing LSU baseball season could come to an end tonight as the Tigers face Oklahoma in the final game of the first round of the SEC Tournament. William Schmidt did not pitch in the Florida series so he is rested for tonight. The Tigers need to win five in a row to go to a Regional.

Saints General Manager Mickey Loomis says they have offered veteran defensive end Cameron Jordan a contract. Jordan will turn 37-years-old in July and wants to play next season, but also does not want to sit on the sidelines. Meanwhile, Loomis confirmed they have not offered a new contract to Taysom Hill, who will turn 36 years old in August and has dealt with several significant injuries.

The Sugar Bowl has signed a deal with the LHSAA that makes the title sponsor of all high school championship events through the 2031-32 academic year. The partnership will also result in the Allstate Sugar Bowl paying for scholarships.

The Pelicans new coach is former Orlando Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley. Mosley spent the last five seasons with the Magic and guided Orlando to three consecutive playoff appearances. They nearly upset the number one seed in the Eastern Conference this year before losing to the Pistons in Game 7 of the first round. Jake Madison, the host of the Locked on Pelicans podcast, says Mosley fits what the Pels are looking for.

Cut 16 (09) “…through a rebuild.”

LSU baseball will play Oklahoma tonight in the opening round of the SEC Tournament. The Tigers need to win five games in six days to win the tournament and that’s only way they can receive an invite to the NCAA Tournament.

The Ragin Cajuns are also in action this afternoon against Marshall in the opening round of the Sun Belt Tournament in Montgomery, Alabama.

Saints General Manager Mickey Loomis says a contract has been offered to veteran defensive end Cam Jordan, but a contract has not been extended to Swiss Army knife Taysom Hill. During the team’s annual hall of fame golf outing, Loomis was also asked if running back Alvin Kamara has a roster spot, but he continues to be evasive with that question.

Cut 20 (07) “…week or two.”

Legislation that would shield the public from the amount of money a college athlete receives from the school they attend is moving closer to final legislative passage. Lafayette Representative Themi Chassion’s bill has passed the House, and it has received Senate Education approval. Chassion, who has a daughter that played college basketball, says the revenue share contracts with schools should remain private to protect players from harassment.

Cut 9 (12)  “…die with football.”

Chassion’s bill is awaiting a vote on the Senate floor.

The Pelicans will introduce Jamahl Mosley as their new head coach at a noon press conference today. Mosley spent the last five seasons as the head coach at Orlando and guided the Magic to the playoffs the last three seasons. Host of the Locked on Pelicans podcast, Jake Madison, says Mosley could be the guy to bring New Orleans back to respectability after 14^th and 11^th place finishes in the Western Conference the last two seasons…

Cut 17 (11) “…their head coach”

Mosley is known as a defensive-minded coach.

The LSU baseball team will play Oklahoma tonight in the fourth and final game of the day as the SEC Tournament gets underway in Hoover, Alabama. William Schmidt will start for LSU as the Tigers try to win five straight games in six days to make the NCAA Tournament.

Saints starting quarterback Tyler Shough has been impressed with first round pick and wide receiver Jordyn Tyson. Shough was asked what stood out about Tyson after he watched his game film from Arizona State.

Cut 19 (15) “…all over tape.”

Shough spoke at the team’s annual Hall of Fame golf tournament. General Manager Mickey Loomis also spoke and said they are still trying to see how Alvin Kamara will fit on the roster.

On-3 reports, U-T-S-A graduate transfer Austin Nunez has committed to the LSU men’s basketball team. In 22 games with the Roadrunners last season, Nunez averaged nearly ten points and three assists a game. Nunez has appeared in 84 college games, also playing at Arizona State and Ole Miss.

And it’s been announced that the LSU-Alabama softball super Regional series will begin Friday at 6 PM in Tuscaloosa.

The Pelicans have named Jamahl Mosley as its new head men’s basketball coach. Mosley spent the past five seasons as the head coach at Orlando, leading the Magic to the playoffs the last three seasons. Jake Madison, host of the Locked on Pelicans podcast, says hiring Mosley is a safe pick…

Cut 18 (08) “…respectable”

Madison says Mosley is known as a defensive-minded coach, who can get the most out of players by building strong relationships with them.

At the state baseball championships…the Sam Houston Broncos are back-to-back champions in Division One non-select. The Catholic Bears won their third straight title with a three to two 15 inning victory over Brother Martin.

St. Charles Catholic rallied in the seventh inning to beat Vandebilt Catholic by one run for the Division Two select title. Westlake won its first championship in 30 years.

The LSU baseball team will play the late game in the first round of the SEC Tournament tomorrow night. In 30 SEC regular season games, the Tigers finished with an ERA above seven. Coach Jay Johnson says he still has belief in pitching coach Nate Yeskie and the rest of his coaching staff and the group of pitchers that are planning on returning next season…

Cut 19 (17)  “..can be.”

Ragin Cajuns right-hander Cody Brasch has been named Sun Belt Pitcher of the Week. Brasch threw six shutout innings in a seven to two win over 20^th ranked Coastal Carolina last Thursday. U-L Lafayette is the seven seed in the Sun Belt Tournament and will play tenth seeded Marshall at 3 PM in a first round elimination game in Montgomery, Alabama tomorrow afternoon.

The Pelicans have reportedly found a new coach. Multiple reports say New Orleans has hired Jamahl Mosley to lead the franchise after five seasons in Orlando, where he led the Magic to three consecutive playoff berths. The 47-year-old Mosley was fired by Orlando two weeks ago after the Magic failed to close out the Pistons in the first round of the playoffs, despite leading the series three games to one.

The LSU softball team is headed to Tuscloosa to take on top-seeded Alabama after winning the Baton Rouge Regional. LSU advanced with a seven to two win over Virginia Tech. The highlight was right fielder’s Alix Franklin amazing catch, robbing the Hokies of a home run before slamming into the wall. Coach Beth Torina…

Cut 21 (21) “…that’s the play”

The play was number eight on Sportscenter’s Top 10 plays of the day.

LSU was swept again to finish SEC play at 9-and-21 and pitching is one of the main reasons why it’s been such a bad season. The Tigers have the highest team ERA in the Southeastern Conference at 5.86. In Saturday’s regular season finale, LSU scored double digit runs but still lost 15-11 to Florida. Coach Jay Johnson…

Cut 16 (15) “…work to do”

The Ragin Cajuns finished off the regular season on a high note by taking two of three from Coastal Carolina to finish 16-and-14 in Sun Belt play. Coach Matt Deggs says after a slow start in league play, his guys rebounded well…

Cut 18 (18) “…get better”

The Cajuns will play Marshall tomorrow afternoon in the Sun Belt Tournament.