Isiah Corbett
Isiah Corbett, a Florida native, has been a premier linebacker in the Southland Conference during his two years as a Lion. During his first year, Corbett was named Louisiana Defensive Player of the Week FCS Linebacker of the Week and made it to the All-Southland Conference second team. Corbett was successful in making the All-Southland Conference first team in 2014, to also go with his selection to the Sports Network All-America team. The senior linebacker became the first athlete in school history to be named the Southland Conference Football Student-Athlete of the Year.
Of all the accomplishments Corbett has achieved over his time at Southeastern, he recalls the 2013 season as perhaps his favorite.
“My fondest memory would have to be the fans rushing the field after we beat Sam Houston for the conference title,” said Corbett.
With so many accomplishments under his belt, Corbett has the chance to be taken in the upcoming NFL draft in the spring. Since graduating in December, Corbett has been training in hopes of making it to the next level of his football career.
“I’ve been training at this facility in Baton Rouge called Traction,” said Corbett. “I really don’t have a preference, but I would like to go to a team with a 3-4 scheme, so I can showcase all my talents.”
If Corbett does not get the chance to advance his football career as a player, he hopes to continue his career around the game he loves.
“If I don’t go on to play football, I would be doing something with football such as training players or the business side of it,” said Corbett.
Ryan Adams
Ryan Adams took over the place-kicker duties this past season successfully. After handling the kickoff duties for two years, Adams finally got the chance to showcase his talents during his senior year. Adams was successful in 16 of his 18 attempted field goals this season and kicked a school record 55 yard field goal against Northwestern State.
“My favorite memory being here has to be winning the two conference championships and changing the atmosphere here in Hammond, America,” said Adams.
Adam’s senior season garnered several awards for his efforts, including making it onto the All-Louisiana first team. Adams has aspirations to continue his playing career, but also has plans if he is unable to do so.
“My plan for the future is to give the NFL a shot. I recently got an agent and will have pro day in April,” said Adams. “If it doesn’t work out, then I will be graduating with a degree in graphic design next fall. Hopefully I can work for Nike or Adidas one day.”
Marice Sutton
Marice Sutton has played his part in making the Southeastern defense one of the most feared in the FCS. Playing all four of his years as a Lion, Sutton was around to witness the past two historical years in the Southeastern football history. Along the way, Sutton has had his fair share of recognition as a top defensive back in the league. Sutton was a Southland Conference Honorable Mention in 2013, part of the 2014 Defensive Back of the Year Watch list and is currently a sports management major.
“My favorite memories were winning the conference title two years in a row,” said Sutton.
The New Orleans native has aspirations to continue his football career on the next level.
“I’m going to try and continue working towards football and see what my chances are to make a team,” said Sutton.
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