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Senior guard Keon Clergeot pushes through the Cowboys' defense and goes for a shot during the last home game of the 2021 season against McNeese State University on Feb. 24.

Lions fall in second round of Southland Tournament

Gerard Borne, Editor-In-Chief • March 10, 2021

The Lions fell to the University of New Orleans 80-63 in the second round of the Southland Conference Tournament to end their COVID riddled 2021 season with a final record of 8-18.  At the start of...

Aggies defeat Lions in defensive battle

Aggies defeat Lions in defensive battle

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief • December 16, 2020

On Tuesday night the Lions took their talents to College Station, Texas to try and knock off the Texas A&M University Aggies.  Southeastern fell short 69-52 to drop their season record to 1-6....

Mark Lieberman, associate head coach and fourth from left, started his coaching career in Florida after graduating from Florida International University. Lieberman was first introduced to head coach David Kiefer over twenty years ago before Lieberman coached with Louisiville legend Rick Patino.

From New York City to Hammond: Lieberman’s journey

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter • October 9, 2020

Mark Lieberman, associate head coach for men’s basketball, arrived at the university in the fall of 2019 shortly after David Kiefer was promoted to head coach. Lieberman, a New York City native, has...

Junior forward Ty Brewer bings the ball down the court against Grambling state University. Last season, brewer played in all 31 games wile starting in 28 of them. In 2019-2020, Brewer lead the team in points per game with 14.9, 7.7 rebounds per game, steals with 46 and blocks with 18.

Men’s basketball anticipates to have 2021 season

Gerard Borne, Staff Raporter • September 17, 2020

2020 has left nothing but questions for sports fans all across the world. Some are wondering if there will still be a season. Others are wondering if they will have to wait until COVID-19 has died down...

Junior forward Maxwell Starwood prepares to make a pass during the men's basketball game on Jan. 22. Starwood scored a career-high 17 points, earning the most points for the Lions during the game.

Lions drop second game in a row to McNeese

Brynn Lundy, Staff Reporter • January 23, 2020

The men's basketball team fell to the McNeese State University Cowboys of 77-61 on Wednesday, Jan. 22 at the University Center.  After the loss Lions, head coach David Kiefer explained how he was proud...

Freshman guard Byron Smith brings the ball down court during their game against Grambling State University. Smith finished the game with four points, one steal and two rebounds. With Friday’s 79-74 win, the Lions sit at a 3-6 record.

Lions prepare for late December road trip after beating Jackson State

Gerard Borne , Staff Reporter • December 14, 2019

The Lions are currently sitting at a 3-6 record after defeating Southern University at New Orleans on Dec. 6. Lions prepare for a three-game road trip that will span across three states. The team will...

Senior guard Von Julien gets ready to catch a pass from freshman guard Byron Smith. With the 65-58 victory the Lions improved to 2-2 on the regular season. Southeastern's next game will be on the road against the University of Tulsa on Nov. 20.

Lions knock off Rams to earn a second victory

Andrew Jordan, Staff Reporter • November 20, 2019

The men’s basketball team took a win on Nov. 17, defeating the University of Mobile Rams 65-58. The team made 23 of 63 field goal attempts, had 18 defensive rebounds and 17 total steals.  David...

Freshman guard Byron Smith guards the Grambling State University point guard. Smith finished the game with eight points and two rebounds. With the loss the Lions fall to 1-2.

Lions lose first home game of the 2019-2020 season

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter • November 14, 2019

Southeastern fell 81-70 to Grambling State University Wednesday night in the University Center.  The Lions dropped to 1-2 on the season with the loss, sophomore forward Ty Brewer led the Lions with...

Von Julian, a senior guard, going up for the layup as he gets fouled. Julien finished the game eight points, five rebounds and six assists.

Lion’s defeat Xavier to earn their first win of the regular season

Daniel McClain, Staff Reporter • November 12, 2019

On Monday, Nov. 11, Veterans Day, the university basketball team took on Xavier University of Louisiana in the University Center.  With the first home game of the season, the Lions came out on top...

Jeremiah Saunders, a sophomore guard, defends in Saturday’s win against William Carey University. Saunders is one of two returning starters for the 2019-2020 season.

Men’s basketball starts a new chapter this season

Maggie Tregre , Staff Reporter • November 1, 2019

After finishing the last season with a 17-16 record and a 12-6 record in the Southland Conference play, the men’s basketball team is preparing for the fall 2019 season. This year, there are seven...

Cheerleaders perform a routine at the 10th annual

‘Full Court Fest’ allows fans to get to know their teams

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter • October 29, 2019

Before the women’s and men’s basketball seasons start, the university will host its 12th annual “Full Court Fest” on Wednesday. The purpose of the event is to let Lions fans get to know both...

David Kiefer

Kiefer promoted to men’s basketball head coach

Gerard Borne , Staff Reporter • September 19, 2019

Jay Ladner, former basketball coach, worked for five seasons and led the team to a 76-88 record overall and an appearance in the 2018 National Invitational Tournament. The University of Southern Mississippi...

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