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The Official Student News Media of Southeastern Louisiana University

The Lion's Roar

The Official Student News Media of Southeastern Louisiana University

The Lion's Roar

Lions release 2021-22 basketball schedule

Lions release 2021-22 basketball schedule

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief September 29, 2021

On Sept. 29, the Southeastern men’s basketball team released its regular season schedule for the upcoming season.  The 2021-2022 season will feature some different aspects to the schedule as the...

Sophomore defensive specialist Calli Collins (left) and junior outside hitter Jolie Hidalgo celebrate during the Sept. 21 match against Southern Miss. The Lady Lions defeated the Lady Eagles 3-2 in their first victory of the season.

Last week in Sports: Sept. 20-27

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief September 28, 2021

The Lions’ football team had their bye week last week after knocking off Central Connecticut State on Sept. 18.  The Lions are currently sitting at second place in the Southland Conference with a...

The Lions will hit the road on Saturday Oct. 2 to take on McNeese State University. The Last time these two teams squared off the Lions beat the Cowboys 25-20.

Lions vs. Cowboys: A history of rivalry

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter September 28, 2021

The Lions will hit the road for a fourth straight week as they travel to Lake Charles to square off with the McNeese State Cowboys. It will be a much shorter trip than last game as the Lions are coming...

Junior wide receiver CJ Turner runs the ball down the field past an opponent during the football game against Central Connecticut State University on Sept. 18. The Lions defeated the Blue Devils in a 56-10 victory. Turner finished the game with five catches, 119 yards and two touchdowns.

Last week in sports: Sept. 13-20

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief September 21, 2021

The last month has been unique to say the least for Southeastern sports as Hurricane Ida disrupted any attempt to start fall sports off on the right foot. With the hurricane making landfall on Aug. 29,...

Midfielder Mya Guillory goes to kick the ball to another teammate in the April 3 game against Texas A&M Corpus Christi last season. The Lady Lions defeated the Islanders 3-1.

Lady Lions start off 2021 soccer season

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter August 24, 2021

The outlook for Southeastern women’s soccer is a promising one for the 2021-22 season.  The Lady Lions are coming off a solid 8-3-4 campaign in which they won the Southland Conference Tournament...

The Lions open the season at Strawberry Stadium on Sept. 4 against the University of North Alalbama.

Lions look forward to upcoming football season

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter August 17, 2021

It will be a season of change for the Lions football team. Raymond Monica, who spent the last two seasons as the assistant head coach and defensive line coach, will be changing to defensive coordinator...

The Lions celebrate after scoring a touchdown in the April 3 football game versus Lamar University at Strawberry Stadium. Student-athletes around the country can now earn money for their name, image and likeness according to the recent NIL ruling from the NCAA.

Hard work may now pay off much quicker for student-athletes

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief July 13, 2021

On July 1, the National Collegiate Athletic Association passed a rule allowing student-athletes to earn money for their name, image and likeness, otherwise known as the NIL rules and regulations.  Over...

Alex Young winds-up to throw in 2016 Track and Field meet during his time at Southeastern. In August, Young will set his sights on the gold medal after just missing the games in 2016. 

University alumnus to compete in Tokyo Olympics

Gerard Borne, Editor-In-Chief July 12, 2021

The 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games will see a brand new face competing this year as university alumnus Alex Young has qualified for the hammer throw.  In August, Young will set his sights on the gold medal...

Cole Kelley is the first player in Southeastern’s program to win the Walter Payton Award. Last season’s recipient of the award was North Dakota State’s Trey Lance, who was previously selected third overall in the 2021 NFL Draft to the San Francisco 49ers.

Kelley takes home Walter Payton Award

Gerard Borne, Editor-In-Chief June 14, 2021

In a season filled with ups, downs and doubt, one thing was a constant throughout the Lions 2021 season - senior quarterback Cole Kelley’s consistency throughout every game. It was this consistency that...

As a Kansas State Wildcat, center Antonio Gordon goes for a shot against the Iowa State Cyclones. A native of Lawton, Okla., Gordon signed on for Southeasterns mens basketball team for next season.

Men’s hoops signs Kansas State transfer

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter May 13, 2021

Antonio Gordon’s basketball journey has landed him at the Lion’s Den.  A native of Lawton, Okla., Gordon initially committed to Tulsa University but wound up playing for the Wildcats of Kansas...

Cole Kelley is the first player in Southeastern’s program to win the Walter Payton Award. Last season’s recipient of the award was North Dakota State’s Trey Lance, who was previously selected third overall in the 2021 NFL Draft to the San Francisco 49ers.

Kelley named Walter Payton Award finalist

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief May 11, 2021

After capping off a seven-game 2021 spring season, Lions’ starting quarterback Cole Kelley was named a finalist for the Walter Payton Award. The award is given annually to the best overall player...

Sophomore Damon Herod leaps off the board at the long jump event during May 1s pre-conference track and field meet.

Southeastern sets records in conference tuneup

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter May 5, 2021

Track and field set several individual and stadium records in a pre-conference tournament meet.  The Lions hosted the event on campus at the Southeastern Track Complex April 30 and May 1. Teams from...

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