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The Official Student News Media of Southeastern Louisiana University

The Lion's Roar
Chase Gispert

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor

Chase Gispert is a communication major with a concentration in sports communication. He joined The Lion’s Roar in March of 2021 and now serves as Sports Editor. Chase is a native of Madisonville. He has a strong passion for sports and is excited about where the future may take him.

All content by Chase Gispert
Southeastern finished the 2023 season with a program-best 47 wins led by Head Coach Rick Fremin.

Lady Lions’ historic season comes to a bitter end in Lake Charles

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
May 27, 2023
Powerade bottles fly as Southeastern walks off Northwestern State 7-6 on Senior Day at Alumni Field to end the 2023 regular season at 25-25. (May 20, 2023 - Pat Kenelly Diamond at Alumni Field - Hammond)

SLU concludes regular season on six-game winning streak with sweep of NSU; Head Coach Matt Riser let go after 10 years of service

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
May 22, 2023
Lions players watch on during Southeasterns 10-0 loss to No. 1 LSU at Alumni Field. (May 2, 2023 - Hammond)

Lions edge Jags for final midweek game of the season

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
May 18, 2023
Southeastern baseball is 19-21 (4-11 SLC) on the season and will be looking to snap a three-game losing streak against the No. 1 ranked LSU Tigers today at Pat Kenelly Diamond at Alumni Field in Hammond, America.

This Week in Sports: May 1-7

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
May 2, 2023
Senior second baseman Madison Rayner shares a laugh with first base coach Alana Fremin during the Lady Lions 8-4 victory over Nicholls during senior day, Saturday at North Oak Park. (April 22, 2023 - Hammond)

This Week in Sports: April 24-30

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
April 25, 2023
Senior catcher Bryce Grizzaffi in the batters box during Fridays game one contest vs. McNeese at Pat Kenelly Diamond at Alumni Field. (April 14, 2023 - Hammond)

Cowboys edge Lions in extra innings for series triumph

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
April 18, 2023
Junior golfer Michael Landry and Southeastern will look to capture the teams first trophy of the Spring season in its last opportunity this week in Tunica, Miss. before the upcoming Southland Conference Championships in San Antonio, Texas on April 25-27.

This Week in Sports: April 17-23

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
April 17, 2023
Junior second baseman Rhett Rosevear turns a double play during Southeasterns 8-1 defeat to Southern Miss on Tuesday night at Pat Kenelly Diamond at Alumni Field. (March 14, 2023)

Lions baseball looking ahead to Memphis after a tumultuous week of action

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
March 17, 2023
Senior guard Cierria Cunningham and company will need to step up immensely if they want to pull off a classic March Madness upset vs. No. 2-seeded Iowa. (Photo from Feb. 4, 2023 at the University Center vs. Texas A&M-Corpus Christi)

Lady Lions ready for their first dance at NCAA Tournament

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
March 17, 2023
Senior tennis player Putri Insani in action during SLUs 7-0 over Bradley on Saturday at the Southeastern Tennis Complex. (March 11, 2023)

Lady Lion Tennis defeats Bradley before falling to Gonzaga

Dasyonne Brashear and Chase Gispert
March 16, 2023

Manestream Podcast: The Lion’s Den S3 E1: Super Bowl 2023

Chase Gispert, Troy Allen, and Dathan Sanders
March 13, 2023
Sophomore Charlie Forster looking out on the green next to fellow player and Head Coach Lawrence Allan at the Gulf Coast Collegiate Tournament in Diamondhead, Miss. (Feb. 28, 2023)

SLU places fourth on the green in spring season’s opening tournament

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
March 8, 2023
Senior Southeastern forward Natalie Kelly duels with McNeese big Alicja Falkowska for opening tip in Senior night bout at the University Center. (Feb. 25, 2023)

Lady Lions make history, look to put on their dancing shoes

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
March 8, 2023
Senior guard Boogie Anderson drives to the rim for lay-up attempt against McNeese during the Lions dramatic overtime victory on Senior Night at the University Center last Saturday. (Feb. 25, 2023)

Lions finish regular season strong heading into SLC Tournament

Troy Allen and Chase Gispert
March 6, 2023
Lady Lions celebrate their walk-off win over LA Tech on Wednesday night at North Oak Park. (Feb. 15, 2023)

Lady Lions come from behind to stun Bulldogs in walk-off thriller

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
February 17, 2023
The Lady Lions gathering at home plate to celebrate Audrey Greelys first homerun of the game and the 2023 season which ultimately gave Southeastern a 2-1 victory over Missouri State in their opener Friday at North Oak Park. (Feb. 10, 2023)

Lady Lions softball off to a roaring start

Samantha Sims and Chase Gispert
February 14, 2023
Three Lions and a lone Islander fight for a rebound during SLUs 83-72 loss vs. TAMU-CC at the University Center on Saturday. (Feb. 4, 2023)

Lions stumble out the gate early, winning streak evaporates versus the Islanders

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
February 4, 2023
Senior forward Natalie Kelly denies Cardinals Chloe Storer at the rim during SLUs victory on Thursday night at the University Center. (Feb. 2, 2023)

Lady Lions ride fourth-quarter surge to cruise by Cardinals

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
February 4, 2023
Graduate transfer guards Alec Woodard #20 and Boogie Anderson #11 fired up after one of Andersons buckets during Southeasterns 92-87 victory over UNO Thursday night at the University Center. (Jan. 26, 2023)

Lions complete double over Privateers in three days’ time

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
January 31, 2023
Junior SLU guard Roscoe Eastmond provided a game-high eight assists in the Lions win over their fellow felines at the University Center on Saturday. (Jan. 21, 2023)

Lions in white prevail after back-and-forth affair

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
January 24, 2023
Head Volleyball Coach Jeremy White (pictured on the far right) with his team at the University Center moments after capturing the first Southland Conference title in school history. (Nov. 20, 2022)

Future of SLU Volleyball in good hands under Jeremy White

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
January 17, 2023
Lions and Lionesses overpower the Huskies on the court

Lions and Lionesses overpower the Huskies on the court

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
January 7, 2023
Junior forward Nick Caldwell rocks the rim at the University Center during Southeasterns 107-71 victory over Belhaven back in December. (Dec. 7, 2022)

Southeastern basketball hoping a turn of the calendar treats them well

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
January 5, 2023
Junior guard Hailey Giaratano operates SLUs offense with teammate #31 Alexius Horne on the wing during the teams 73-27 drubbing of LSU Alexandria. (Nov. 7, 2022)

SLU women’s basketball in full tilt during month of December

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
December 13, 2022
Southeastern running back Jessie Britt runs upfield against Samford in the second half of the second round NCAA FCS playoff game Saturday at F. Page Seibert Stadium in Birmingham, Ala. (Photo by Randy Bergeron/SLU Sports Info)

SLU’s magical season comes to an end at the hands of Samford

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
December 7, 2022
Southeastern players celebrate on the sideline following #14 Zy Alexanders fourth quarter pick six. (Nov. 26, 2022)

Play-by-play: Lions outlast Vandals in an instant classic at the ‘Berry

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
November 29, 2022
Lady Lions celebrate on the court at the UC after winning the first Southland Conference Title in school history. (Nov. 20, 2022)

SLU wins three straight sets to oust top seeded HCU for Southland Conference Crown

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
November 22, 2022
Ivan Drobocky (left) and Tanner Olsen (right) hoist River Bell Classic Trophy after SLU defeated Nicholls 40-17 on Thursday night in Thibodaux to clinch the Southland Conference Title. (Nov 17, 2022)

Lions down Colonels to capture third Southland Conference Title in school history

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
November 19, 2022
Junior outside hitter Kailin Newsome in midair preparing to hit the ball into UIWs side of the net while her fellow Lady Lions watch in anticipation. (Nov. 12, 2022)

Lady Lions’ volleyball team completes regular season unbeaten at the UC

Samantha Sims and Chase Gispert
November 15, 2022
Tight ends Bauer Sharp (left) and Tanner Olsen (right) celebrate in the end zone following Sharps one yard scoring grab just before halftime in SLUs 23-7 win over NW State on Senior Night at Strawberry Stadium. (Nov. 12, 2022)

Lions in driver’s seat for Southland Conference crown after NSU victory

Chase Gispert and Troy Allen
November 14, 2022
Hailey Giaratano and Taylor Bell on the court just before tip-off vs. LSUA in SLUs 2022-23 season opener at the University Center. (Nov. 7, 2022)

Last Week in Sports: Nov. 2 – Nov. 10, SLU athletics in full tilt with silverware on the line

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
November 10, 2022
Sophomore guard Mehdi Pissis blocks lay-up attempt of a teammate on a fast-break during practice at the University Center. (Nov. 3, 2022)

Lions hope new faces will result in success on the court for 2022-23 campaign

Troy Allen and Chase Gispert
November 5, 2022
Junior outside hitter Kailin Newsome gets ready to serve during a set of SLUs 3-0 win over UNO on Thursday night at the University Center. (Oct. 27, 2022)

Last Week in Sports: Oct. 26-Nov. 1 – Southeastern escapes McNeese with narrow victory on the road

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
November 2, 2022
SLU sophomore tight end Ivan Drobocky posing for a picture on the sidelines during an Aug. 27 scrimmage before the season started.

Last Week in Sports: Oct. 19-25 – Lions roar back with 4th quarter surge to upend Gamecocks

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
October 26, 2022
Senior midfielder, Mya Guillory, attempts to cross the ball to a teammate in the box during Southeasterns 2-0 loss to Houston Christian on Sunday. (Oct. 16)

Last Week in Sports: Oct. 12-18

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor in Chief
October 19, 2022
Southeastern senior running back Jessie Britt hurdles Texas A&M-Commerce defenders on a carry during Saturdays football game at Strawberry Stadium. (Oct. 8)

Last Week in Sports: Oct. 4-11

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
October 12, 2022
Junior outside hitter Kailin Newsome bumps ball during game action vs. McNeese at the University Center last Tuesday. (Sept. 27)

Last Week in Sports: 9/27-10/3

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor in Chief
October 4, 2022
Terrell Carter makes tough contested catch over the Murray State defender to secure the Lions first touchdown of the fourth quarter.

Lions dominate fourth quarter, fortifying win over Murray State

Samantha Sims and Chase Gispert
October 2, 2022
The Lions run out onto the field for the first home game of the season.

Southeastern dominates CCSU 70-6 in home opener

Hydee Holsapple and Chase Gispert
September 18, 2022
Southeastern outmuscled in loss to Florida Atlantic

Southeastern outmuscled in loss to Florida Atlantic

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
September 11, 2022
This week in sports: V-ball and soccer represent SLU sports in late August

This week in sports: V-ball and soccer represent SLU sports in late August

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
August 23, 2022
SLUs upcoming sports games look to be a challenge, but not ones the Lions cannot face.

SLU 2022-23 Fall sports preview

David Zieske and Chase Gispert
August 15, 2022
Larry Hymel (right) and his daughter Kayla Hymel Tomeny pose for a picture at Roux & Brew Seafood and Steak House in Ponchatoula during his book signing on June 18.

SLU athletics legend Larry Hymel releases book on Lion sports history

Chase Gispert
July 19, 2022
Adam Guth, freshman pitcher and Lake Charles native, winds up his pitch for the number one ranked Ole Miss batter.

Adam Guth look towards the future following successful 2022 season

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
June 14, 2022

Manestream Podcast: The Lion’s Den S2 E3

David Zieske and Chase Gispert
May 6, 2022
Beach Volleyball getting ready for their April 16 matchup vs LSU in Baton Rouge

Last Week in Sports: April 25 – May 1

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
May 5, 2022
Southeastern Golf team captures Southland title in Lone Star State

Southeastern Golf team captures Southland title in Lone Star State

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
May 4, 2022

Manstream Podcast: The Lion’s Den S2 E2: NBA Recap/Playoff Discussion

Chase Gispert and David Zieske
May 4, 2022
Kelley and Givan sign for NFL squads as UDFAs, Wilson Jr. receives mini camp invite

Kelley and Givan sign for NFL squads as UDFAs, Wilson Jr. receives mini camp invite

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
May 3, 2022
Last week in sports: April 4-10

Last week in sports: April 4-10

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
April 11, 2022

Manestream podcast: The Lion’s Den S2 E1: March Madness recap

Chase Gispert and David Zieske
April 11, 2022
Pinch runner Joe Delaney crosses home plate on Tyler Finkes walk-off single as the dugout nears eruption after the Lions 5-4 come from behind win vs Troy on Wednesday night (April 6).

Baseball erases three run deficit in thrilling walk-off victory over Troy

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
April 7, 2022
Last week in sports: March 21-27

Last week in sports: March 21-27

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
March 28, 2022
Head Coach Matt Riser gives a send-off address to the team following the Lions tremendous victory against No. 1-ranked Ole Miss.

Last week in sports: March 14-20

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
March 22, 2022
Harris Beall (left) and Steven Poche (right) enjoying one of their own tailgates during the 2021 fall football season as the two founders of Dukes of Hammond.

Dukes of Hammond: Lion nation’s rowdiest tailgate krewe

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
March 18, 2022
Southeastern baseball players celebrate dramatic 2-1 victory over Tennessee Tech in 10 innings on March 11 at Alumni Field.

Last week in sports: March 8-14

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
March 15, 2022
The Lady Lions battled it out v.s. Spring Hill in the Beach Bash on Tuesday, March 8.

Last Week in Sports: March 2-7

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
March 10, 2022
The SLU Lions celebrate the game winning shot with senior Ryan Burkhardt.

Last Week In Sports Feb. 22 – March 1

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
March 3, 2022
Gus Okafor drives on UNO defender Simeon Kirkland during Lions 84-79 victory on Thursday night.

Lions best Privateers in a marquee Southland battle

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
February 25, 2022
Sean Payton was the head coach of the Saints for 16 years before retirement.

There’s no replacing Sean Payton

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
February 17, 2022
Senior guard/forward Morgan Carrier dribbles the ball down the court to move past the Lady Huskies defense. The Lady Lions fell 51-40 to Houston Baptist on Feb. 12.

Last week in sports: Feb. 8-15

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
February 16, 2022
Junior guard Joe Kasperzyk makes a dunk during the Feb. 3 basketball game against McNeese in Lake Charles.

Last week in sports: Feb. 1-7

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
February 11, 2022

Manestream podcast: Valentine’s Day gift ideas

Chloe Williams and Chase Gispert
February 4, 2022
Southeastern Football lands three prospects on National Signing Day

Southeastern Football lands three prospects on National Signing Day

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
February 3, 2022
SLU Black History Month 2022 events calendar

SLU Black History Month 2022 events calendar

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
February 3, 2022
Senior center Morgan Davis attempts to score in the paint during the Jan. 29 womens basketball game against University of Incarnate Word in the University Center. The Lady Lions finished with a 76-49 victory against the Lady Cardinals.

Last week in sports: Jan. 24-31

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
February 3, 2022
Lady Lions softball round up in a circle. Their first game for the Spring will be in North Oak Park, Feb. 11 against Southeast Missouri.

Southeastern Softball eyes steadily approaching season

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
February 2, 2022
Gage Larvadain locking in on the sidelines before playoff game vs Florida A&M. Larvadain played both basketball and football from a young age.

Gage Larvadain: A two-sport rising star

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
January 25, 2022
Southeastern golfer Zack Barrios carries his bag of clubs up to the eighteenth hole during Southland Conference tourney this past Spring.

An inside look on Lions’ golfer Zack Barrios

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
January 19, 2022
Senior guard Breonca Ducksworth dribbles the ball past William Carey Universitys defense at the Dec. 11 home game. The Lady Lions defeated the Crusaders 68-28.

Lady Lions roar to victory over William Carey

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
December 14, 2021
Senior quarterback Cole Kelley runs through JMUs defense at the Dec. 4 FCS playoff game in Harrisonburg, Va.

Game Recap: Southeastern’s football season comes to an end at the hands of James Madison

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
December 7, 2021
Wide receiver Justin Wendt heads to the buses during the Football Sendoff Friday morning, Dec. 4.

Game Preview: Lions to battle Dukes in Second Round playoff action

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
December 3, 2021
#22 Preston Faulkner gives Head Baseball Coach Matt Riser a Lion Up while rounding third base after smashing a home run in Game three of the Heart of a Lion series.

Mamou Mambas take down Yellow Hammers in Heart of a Lion World Series

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
December 1, 2021
Lions cruise past FAMU in first round of FCS Playoffs

Lions cruise past FAMU in first round of FCS Playoffs

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
November 29, 2021
Senior guard/forward Morgan Carrier dribbles the ball up court on a fast break at practice.

Women’s basketball begins the 2021-22 season

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
November 19, 2021
Lions cruise past Demons 56-28

Lions cruise past Demons 56-28

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
November 14, 2021
Beach Volleyball players pose for photo at practice. The ladies are ready to take UNO in the season opener on Nov. 11.

Beach volleyball set to take the sand

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
November 8, 2021
Zimbabwe native Bradley Makuvire sets his focus on the Cross Country Championship at Southeastern Louisiana University in February of 2021.

Bradley Makuvire continues to dazzle for cross country

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
November 3, 2021
SLU quarterback Cole Kelley and his teammates celebrate after scoring a touchdown against the Cowboys on Saturday night.

Lions football pushes past Cowboys, extends win streak to 6

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
October 31, 2021
Ford Pemberton works with the baseball team during practice. Previously on the Nicholls State University baseball coaching staff, Pemberton joined the Lions in September as hitting coach and camp coordinator.

From Colonels to Lions: Ford Pemberton hired to baseball staff

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
October 27, 2021
Southeastern football rolls on Homecoming

Southeastern football rolls on Homecoming

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
October 18, 2021
Senior outfielder Aeriyl Mass runs to first base as the LSU Eunice Bengals attempt to get an out. The Lady Lions finished the Sept. 29 exhibition game with a 18-7 victory.

Lady Lions put in solid performance in exhibition game

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
September 30, 2021
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
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 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
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
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