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 been around the country serving different roles for various basketball teams. The Florida International...
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 to see their favorite sporting events. The university women’s and men’s basketball teams plan to...
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 of the way the team fought through the game despite being short-handed. “Obviously we didn...
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 start their road trip with the Dec. 18 Southland Conference match-up at Lamar, then will travel to...
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 Kiefer, head coach, was impressed with the underclassmen who played heavy minutes off the bench....
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 15 points. Head coach David Kiefer explained how easy shots changed the outcome of the game fo...
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 with a 77-70 victory. Although they won the game, head coach David Kiefer had mixed feelings about hi...
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 incoming freshmen on the team. David Kiefer, head coach, explained how having so many new members can...
‘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 teams. Lindsey Owens, assistant athletic director of marketing and student promotions, explained...
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 alumnus has returned to his alma mater to coach the Golden Eagles basketball team. After...
