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Former LSU softball standouts Aliyah Andrews and Sahvanna Jaquish just won the 2026 Athletes Unlimited Softball League championship with the Utah Talons. The dynamic duo helped sweep the Chicago Bandits in back-to-back games to claim the title.
In an era where college athletes constantly transfer schools, LSU basketball star Flau'jae Johnson stayed all four years and built something special. Her loyalty, work ethic, and unique personality (including a beloved bearded dragon) have made her a role model for teammates and fans alike.
LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt is back at full strength after months of recovery from foot surgery that sidelined him during spring practice. The transfer from Arizona State says his dedication to health and recovery has him ready for the 2026 season.
LSU Tigers baseball turned a seven-run deficit into a thrilling 17-10 comeback victory against Kentucky, highlighted by Seth Dardar's go-ahead home run and epic bat flip in the eighth inning. The win shows why you should never count a team out, no matter how big the hole.
Jacob Savoie lost his memory to a rare brain disease during his LSU senior year, but nearly two decades later, he's sharing his survival story through a documentary that celebrates resilience and Louisiana's beauty. "My Missing Mind" screens in Baton Rouge this week as a tribute to healing and hope.
Medical students at LSU Health Shreveport organized their fifth annual walkathon to celebrate cancer survivors and support long-term wellness. One organizer, a third-year med student battling cancer herself, says the community support makes all the difference.
NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal just earned his master's degree from LSU, and he couldn't resist trolling his best buddy Charles Barkley during the graduation ceremony. The playful jab is the latest chapter in one of sports broadcasting's most entertaining friendships.
Louisiana State University students developed 3D-printed beads that dissolve naturally and grow okra plants, offering a solution to the 46 tons of plastic beads that clogged New Orleans storm drains. Three parade krewes are testing the PlantMe Beads this Carnival season.
Jake Scheid lost his sight to childhood cancer, but now the 20-year-old LSU student is shaving his head annually to fund research that could spare other kids his journey. His path from South Side Chicago football player to independent college student shows how resilience creates purpose.
A Louisiana judge just made history by allowing a former NBA signee to play college basketball again, challenging decades of NCAA eligibility rules. RJ Luis Jr. gets a second chance at his college dreams after his professional career never took off.
Duke's Ashlon Jackson sank her first-ever game-winning shot at the buzzer, a spinning 3-pointer that sent the Blue Devils to the Elite Eight with an 87-85 win over LSU. The dramatic finish capped a remarkable turnaround season for Duke, who won 24 of their last 26 games after starting 3-6.
Senior Faith Torrez delivered a career-defining floor routine in her final college performance, clinching Oklahoma's fourth NCAA gymnastics championship in five years. With the pressure on and LSU ahead by a fraction, she scored 9.950 to secure the dynasty-extending win.
Four high school baseball players bonded at a diversity program in Arizona and discovered they'll all be teammates at LSU. The annual DREAM Series is building pathways for African American athletes while creating lasting friendships.
LSU, Southern University, and Baton Rouge Community College gathered for their annual MLK Unity Celebration, honoring Dr. King's vision through student awards and a powerful commitment to working together. The rotating event brought together leaders and students who pledged to continue building bridges across their campuses.
LSU AgCenter scientists traveled to Brazil to study how the world's largest sugarcane producer is revolutionizing crop development. The collaboration could help Louisiana farmers grow stronger, more productive sugarcane varieties.
Former first-round prospect Garrett Nussmeier fell to pick 249, but Kansas City's GM had the perfect welcome message. The LSU quarterback is joining Patrick Mahomes and Andy Reid's championship program.
Four Tennessee runners shattered their school record to claim the NCAA championship in the 4x100-meter relay, defeating heavily favored teams in a stunning upset. The Volunteers crossed the finish line in 37.98 seconds, beating LSU and Ohio State while favorites Auburn and Arkansas both stumbled on handoffs.
The University of Arkansas men's track and field team claimed their first NCAA outdoor championship since 2003, capping off a historic sweep under first-year coach Doug Case. After a rocky start with a dropped baton in the opening relay, the Razorbacks fought back to score 56 points and outlast powerhouse programs Georgia, Tennessee, and LSU.
Ashlon Jackson had never hit a game-winning shot in her career. Then she drained a 3-pointer as time expired to send Duke to the Elite Eight in the most dramatic way possible.
The University of Oklahoma Sooners just claimed their second consecutive NCAA women's gymnastics championship with a stunning performance in Fort Worth. The team's victory marks their eighth national title in program history.
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