LSU has won the recruiting battle versus Ole Miss for four-star Ruston High safety Jayden Anding. The younger brother of current LSU corner, Aidan Anding, committed to LSU on Tuesday afternoon. Jayden Anding is 5-10, 165-pounds and Matt Belinson of the Ruston Leader says he does it all for the Bearcats.

Cut 18 (15) “…front line.”

Anding is the second Ruston High product to commit to LSU this cycle, joining five-star tight end Ahmad Hudson.

Neville quarterback Parker Robinson  has given a verbal commitment to Bryant Vincent and the ULM Warhawks. Last season for Neville, Robinson threw for nearly three thousand yards, 21 touchdowns and three interceptions. Robinson says it’s a dream come true to stay home.

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The most famous student manager in college athletics is teaming up with Will Wade again. Amir Kahn who became a viral sensation in 2025 when the McNeese men’s basketball team reached the second round of the NCAA Tournament told ESPN he will be a student manager for Wade at LSU this season. He’s known for his aura and his fancy boom box that had him rapping as he led the Cowboys out of the locker room before their games. It helped him land numerous NIL deals that added up to him earning hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Paul Skenes won his first game since May 9^th as the Pirates pounded the Atlanta Braves 12 to four last night. Skenes allowed two runs over six innings. Ryan O’Hearn was the real star. The Pirates first baseman hit three home runs and drove in ten runs.

The Ragin Cajuns have added another pitcher to their roster as Joey Ervin is transferring to U-L Lafayette from Chipola Junior College. He was 8-1 with a 5.74 ERA last season.

Ruston High School four-star safety Jayden Anding plans on being a Tiger. Louisiana’s top-rated safety announced his commitment to LSU over Ole Miss this afternoon. He becomes LSU’s 16th commitment in a class that is ranked ninth nationally by 247Sports. Anding told Rivals YouTube live stream LSU gives him the best opportunity to improve his game.

Cut 19 (15) “…better place.”

A date has been set for LSU basketball’s nonconference clash with Houston. The Tigers will take on the Cougars in the Houston Toyota Center December 13. Houston has made it to the Sweet 16 each of the last seven seasons. Tigers point guard Dedan Thomas Jr. transferred to the Cougars this offseason.

The Saints are three weeks away from the start of training camp. The offense hopes to see improvement in year two under head coach Kellen Moore and quarterback Tyler Shough. Luke Johnson with Nola.com says training camp will bring some answers to a fresh unit.

Cut 16 (14) “…under Kellen Moore.”

The Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation is holding one of its big fundraising events, and it’s a chance for one lucky person to win two tickets to hundreds of South Louisiana’s best sporting events. Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation President Jay Cicero says…

Cut 8 (08) “…men’s and women’s”

To purchase a 100-dollar raffle go to the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation’s website.

Saints players report for training camp in just three weeks. This offseason, coordinator Brandon Staley’s defense lost key players Demario Davis and Alontae Taylor. New Orleans welcomed back linebacker Kaden Ellis to replace Davis, and second-year safety Jonas Sanker is expected to fill Taylor’s nickel corner role. NOLA.com’s Luke Johnson says he isn’t sure if they’ll make up for the loss of the veterans.

Cut 18 (12) “…a good team.”

UL Lafayette announced a men’s basketball matchup with LSU this season. The teams will square off in the P-MAC December 22. The Tigers are 36-and-9 all-time against the Cajuns and have won their last eight matchups.

The U.S.’s World Cup run is over after a 4-1 loss to Belgium last night. The Stars and Stripes got behind early and were unable to mount a comeback against the world’s ninth-ranked team. All three host nations were knocked out in the round of 16.

Ruston High School safety Jayden Anding is scheduled to announce his decision between LSU and Ole Miss at 12:30 today. The four-star D-B is the brother of sophomore LSU corner Aiden Anding. He is ranked as the No. 9 prospect in Louisiana and No. 21 safety in the class by 247Sports.

Former LSU star Flau’jae Johnson led the Storm with 23 points in an 82-64 win over the Sparks last night. The rookie added five rebounds, three assists and a steal. She’ll have a rematch with Angel Reese’s Atlanta Dream Thursday night.

Mississippi State transfer infielder Nicholas Frontino committed to Louisiana Tech. The freshman was a top 100 shortstop coming out of high school but failed to make an appearance for the Bulldogs this year.

UL Lafayette landed a commitment from Chipola College transfer pitcher Joey Ervin. Ervin posted an 8-and-1 record in 16 appearances last season with a 5.74 ERA and 58 strikeouts.

Viral McNeese basketball student manager Amir Khan will reunite with Will Wade at LSU. He’ll join the Tigers’ staff in a similar role.

The U-S Soccer team’s run in the World Cup is over as the Americans started slow and never recovered in a four to one loss to Belgium. Belgium scored two goals in the first half, scored two more in the second half to win four to one. The third goal was scored when goalie Matt Freese lost control of the ball well outside of the box leading to an easy goal. It was over when that happened.

In three weeks, the Saints report for training camp and Who Dat Nation is optimistic the Black and Gold will improve on their 6-11 record from a season ago. But New Orleans was five and four in games started by Quarterback Tyler Shough. Luke Johnson who covers the Saints for NOLA.com is eager to see what Shough can do in year two.

Cut 17 (13) “…good NFL quarterback.”

Four-star Ruston High safety Jayden Anding is expected to announce his commitment today. The brother of current LSU corner Aiden Anding was scheduled to make the announcement last week, but decided to wait a week. He is scheduled to announce his decision at 12:30, it will be either LSU or Ole Miss.

LSU baseball has lost a recruit as middle infielder CJ Weinstein has decommitted from the Tigers and instead will stay close to home and play for the UCLA Bruins.  If Weinstein came to LSU, he would have had a hard time seeing the field with Stevan Milam returning and second baseman Cade Kurland transferring in from Florida.

The Pelicans have announced their Summer League Roster. Last year’s draft picks are eligible to play, but Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen will not play in Las Vegas after making the second-team All-Rookie team last season. 2026 second round pick Jaron Pierre is on the team and so is former McNeese star Christiam Shumate, who was on the Pelicans summer league team last year. The first Summer League game is Thursday afternoon versus the T-wolves.

LSU kicks off its football season against Clemson in less than two months in a rematch of las year’s season opener. After losing to LSU, Clemson finished 7-and-6 last season with a 4-and-4 record in the ACC despite starting the year ranked 4th in the nation. They added 11 new transfers and a 25th-ranked high school class this offseason, but The Advocate’s Jon Blau says he doesn’t know if they quite match up with LSU.

Cut 20 (19) “…at home.”

Four-star Ruston High School safety Jayden Anding is set to announce his commitment tomorrow. The brother of current LSU corner Aiden Anding was scheduled to make the announcement last week before pushing back the date at the last minute. He will decide between LSU and Ole Miss at 12:30.

The U.S. Men’s National Team has a World Cup round-of-16 showdown with Belgium tonight at 7. The Stars and Stripes have already made it a tournament to remember, winning consecutive games for the first time and earning a knockout round victory for the first time since 2002. Louisiana Soccer Association reporter Paul Boron says this team is different than prior U.S. squads.

Cut 16 (16) “…here in America.”

Leading scorer Flo Balogun will be available after FIFA suspended his one-game red card ban

A fallen tree was removed from former LSU baseball coach and Athletic director Skip Bertman’s Baton Rouge home. The tree was uprooted in Bertman’s front yard during thunderstorms yesterday and fell onto his garage, totaling his car. Former players and neighbors came together to assist the Bertman family yesterday, who were all unharmed.

The funeral of legendary former Southern baseball coach and player Roger Cador will be held in the F.G. Clark Activity Center at  6:00 this evening with public viewing available at 3:00. Dan Canevari coached with Cador for three years. He says the coach never had a bad day.

Cut 15 (11) “…every single day.”

The U.S. Men’s National Team has a World Cup round of 16 showdown with Belgium tonight. Despite receiving a red card in the previous match, leading scorer Flo Balogun will be available after FIFA suspended the controversial penalty. Louisiana Soccer Association reporter Paul Boron says fans and analysts around the world disagreed with the original call.

Cut 17 (14) “…any good on it.”

The LSU Tigers are two months away from their season opener against Clemson September 5. It’s the same matchup as the first game of last year’s campaign, but there will be a lot of new faces. The Tigers are, of course, now led by head coach Lane Kiffin, and Clemson brought back former coordinator Chad Morris to run the offense. The Advocate’s John Blau, who covered Clemson for six years, says two high-powered offenses will go head-to-head.

Cut 19 (16) “…these offenses.”

Former LSU pitcher Paul Skenes was named to his third straight All-Star Game. Skenes is posting a 3.62 ERA with 119 strikeouts in 97 innings.

LSU landed a commitment from Oregon outfielder Angel Laya. ESPN’s 15th-ranked portal prospect hit .296 with 14 homers and 47RBIs as a freshman this season.

Jaguar nation says goodbye to legendary Southern baseball coach Roger Cador as funeral services will take place this afternoon inside the F-G Clark Activity Center. Public viewing begins at 3 PM. The memorial service will take place at six PM. Cador led the Jaguars for 33 years and won two HBCU national titles and 14 SWAC championships. Dan Canevari was an assistant coach on Cador’s last three teams and says Cador was more than a  coach.

Cut 14 (13) “…adore him.”

Former LSU star Paul Skenes has been named a National League All-Star for a third consecutive season. Skenes has a 6-and-8 record with a 3.62 ERA, but is fourth in the N-L in strikeouts with 119.

America will be tuning in tonight at 7 PM as the U-S Men’s Soccer team will face Belgium at 7 PM in Seattle. The two teams squared off in a friendly match in March. After the U.S. scored the opener, Belgium dominated that game in a 5-2 win. Paul Boron, who is a reporter for the Louisiana Soccer Association, says this American squad is playing at another level now.

Cut 18 (16) “…U.S. team.”

Of course the big news, striker Folarin Balogun’s red card has been rescinded and he will play for the U-S tonight.

LSU baseball got another big addition in the transfer portal as Oregon right fielder Angel Laya (Lie-uh) is heading to LSU after earning Freshman All-American honors. Laya is a left-handed hitter who hit .296 with 14 home runs and 47 RBIs.

The Funeral of former Southern baseball coach Roger Cador will be held in the F.G. Clark Activity Center on Southern’s campus Monday. Public viewing is scheduled from 3 to 6 with the memorial service following directly after. Dan Canevari coached with Cador for three years and says he coached his players inside out.

Cut 26 (20) “…but in life.”

Cador passed away earlier this week at the age of 74 after a bout with brain cancer.

LSU flipped four-star D-B Greedy James from Texas. The Manvel, Texas native is a top-five safety in the 2027 class but is expected to play cornerback at LSU. He said he changed his verbal pledge because of the culture in the program and the chance to play for secondary coach Corey Raymond.

LSU is less than a month out from beginning fall camp. Top transfer quarterback Sam Leavitt will lead an LSU offense that ranked last in the SEC in total yards and rushing yards last season. Tiger Rag Editor Glenn Guilbeau credits the struggle to an underperforming offensive line, which Lane Kiffin has revamped this offseason.

Cut 8 (11) “…to see that.”

Colorado transfer offensive tackle Jordan Seaton was named a Walter Camp Preseason All-American.

The United States’ World Cup continues Monday night with a matchup against ninth-ranked Belgium. The U.S. will miss star striker Flo Balogun, who received a red card in the team’s 2-0 win over Bosnia to advance to the round of 16. Louisiana Soccer Association reporter Paul Boron says the Stars and Stripes are rolling.

Cut 27 (13) “…against Belgium.”

Four-star defensive back Greedy James has flipped his commitment from Texas. James is from Manvel, Texas, and he says he changed his verbal pledge because of the culture at LSU and he wants to be coached by secondary coach Corey Raymond. James is a safety in high school but expected to play cornerback at LSU.

The LSU Tigers are a month away from their first fall camp under new head coach Lane Kiffin. Kiffin has welcomed 39 new players from the transfer portal, including three of the top ten-rated portal prospects. Tiger Rag Editor Glenn Guilbeau says expectations are high given the talent in Baton Rouge.

Cut 7 (08) “…playoffs for sure.”

LSU’s offense ranked last in the SEC in total yards and rushing yards last season. Kiffin has overhauled the offense with new receivers, offensive linemen, added to the running back room and signed three new quarterbacks including former Arizona State starter Sam Leavitt.

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Former Saints linebacker Keith Mitchell has passed away at the age of 51. He signed with New Orleans in 1997 as an undrafted free agent after a standout career at Texas A&M and ended up as a starter and a special teams standout. His best season was in 2000, when the Saints won the NFC West and won its first playoff game. Mitchell had 272 tackles during his time with the Saints from 1997 to 2001.

Southern University will hold a public viewing for Coach Roger Cador on Monday afternoon at the F-G Clark Activity Center on the campus of Southern University. A memorial service will be held at six PM. The legendary baseball coach passed away this week after a bout with brain cancer at the age of 74.

LSU baseball officially announced it will play in Las Vegas next season as the Tigers are one of four teams that will play in the Live Like Lou College Baseball Classic alongside Arizona State, Iowa and Oregon State. The weekend tournament is scheduled March 5th through the 7th and the Tigers will play a different team each day. LSU will stay an extra day to take on UNLV in a single game March 8.

LSU flipped four-star defensive back Greedy James from Texas. 247Sports ranks the  Manvel, Texas, native as a top-five safety in the class, but the Tigers are reportedly looking to use him as a corner.

The LSU staff is working hard to flip a few more top recruits. Five-star defensive lineman Jalen Brewster is the top-rated prospect in the class, and he’s been committed to Texas Tech since October. The 6-3, 300-pound athletic freak can have an immediate impact wherever he ends up. Geaux247’s Andre Champagne says LSU is all-in on trying to flip him.

Cut 18 (13) “…or no one.”

Memorial services for former Southern baseball coach Roger Cador will be held Monday at 6 p.m. in the Mini-Dome. Doors will be open to the public from 3 to 6. Cador passed away earlier this week at the age of 74 after a bout with brain cancer.

LSU will compete in the Live Like Lou College Baseball Classic alongside Arizona State, Iowa and Oregon State in Las Vegas. The weekend tournament is scheduled March 5th through the 7th and will feature a round-robin format with two games a day. The Tigers will stay an extra day to take on UNLV in a single game March 8.

LSU softball signed a pair of twins out the transfer portal in Mackenzie and Madison Pickens. Mackenzie played second base for Ole Miss this season and hit .271 with 43 RBIs and a team-high 52 runs scored. Madison was an All-ACC and second-team All-American outfielder with Louisville this year after setting a school record with a ,457 batting average with 74 RBIs and 11 homers.

Matchups have been announced for the first round of the Mac-Sun Belt challenge on November 2. On the men’s side, ULL hosts Akron, ULM welcomes Central Michigan and Kent State visits LA Tech. For the women, the Techsters travel to Toledo, and the Warhawks head to Ohio. A second round of games will be announced in January.