Sports

Hope bats a thousand in Cactus League

The sun is warm. The beer is cold. And the mood is as bright as the midday sky. It's spring training season, a time when hopes remain high across baseball-loving America.

Tiger Woods regains No. 1 ranking

Tiger Woods regained the No. 1 spot in the world golf rankings, winning the Arnold Palmer Invitational on Monday in Orlando, Florida.

MLB sues Florida clinic for providing banned substances

Major League Baseball filed a lawsuit on Friday seeking damages against the South Florida clinic Biogenesis of America and The clinic's operator, Anthony Bosch, is also being sued.

Catholic High School names Mark Cascio new head basketball coach

Mark Cascio has been named head basketball coach at Catholic High School of Baton Rouge.

Jags basketball team returns home to a hero's welcome

Fans of the Southern Jags men's basketball team gathered to welcome their heroes back home today. The men's basketball team went up against the number one seed Gonzaga Bulldogs.

Ascension Christian names new head football coach

Ascension Christian High School announced today that they have made a decision on who will lead the Lions football program as head coach.

Miami Heat's winning streak sparks sales rush

The Miami Heat's extraordinary winning streak is capturing the attention of basketball fans across the country, and the team's merchandise is flying off shelves.

Lady Tigers make final preps for big trip to NCAA Tournament

The LSU Lady Tigers are getting ready for their trip to the NCAA Tournament. Coach Nikki Caldwell and her team take on the Green Bay Phoenix. That game is set for Sunday at 6:30 p.m. in the PMAC.

Southern Jags fall short in NCAA Tournament

The Southern University Jaguars may not have made history today, but they certainly put up a good fight. The 16-seed Southern Jags were narrowly defeated by the 1-seed Gonzaga in the NCAA Tournament. The final score was 58-64.

Saints agree to terms with LB Will Herring

The New Orleans Saints announced today that they have agreed to terms on a one-year contract with linebacker Will Herring. The announcement was made by Saints’ Executive Vice President/General Manager Mickey Loomis.  

Vasectomy surgeon offering March Madness fans excuse to watch game

Guys looking for an excuse to sit around and watch the March Madness championship game can get one from a Texas doctor.

Tony Alva makes Baton Rouge stop with Vans bus tour

For the past few weeks the Vans Bus Tour has circled the nation to give thanks to its supporters. Today, the bus pulled up at Rukus Skate Shop on O’Neal with skateboarding icon Tony Alva in tow.

Cajun Classic in full 'swing' here in Baton Rouge

Over 100 pro and amateur wheelchair tennis players hit the courts for their first day of the Cajun Classic.

LSU baseball to take on NSU Wednesday night

Third-ranked LSU (18-2) begins a four-game homestand at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday when the Tigers play host to Northwestern State (9-13) in Alex Box Stadium.

Southern Jags take off with hopes to pull off underdog win

The Southern Jaguars are now just two days away from trying to make history and become the first ever 16-seed to beat a no. 1-seed in the NCAA Tournament.