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The Lion's Roar
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 junior Jackie McGee follows through on her serve in a match vs. Central Arkansas at the Southeastern Invitational. (March 8, 2024 - Southeastern Beach Volleyball Complex - Hammond)

Beach volleyball goes 1-2 in Houston, exiting the SLC tourney

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
April 23, 2024
Southeastern seniors soak in the atmosphere after series sweep over Northwestern State at North Oak Park. (April 13, 2024 - Hammond)

Red-hot Lady Lions sweep Demons, capped off by Senior Day victory

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
April 19, 2024
SLU freshman Landen East surveys the green at the Gulf Coast Intercollegiate in New Orleans during the Lions first tournament of the spring season. (Feb. 27, 2023)

Lions roar to first-place finish at Koasati Pines Intercollegiate

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
April 16, 2024

Manestream Podcast | Lion’s Den S5E3: March Madness/NFL Free Agency Roundup

Chase Gispert and Troy Allen
April 9, 2024
Softball huddling up with outreached hands as they celebrate their victory against HCU on Friday. (March 23, 2024- Pat Kenelly Diamond at Alumni Field – Hammond)

Lady Lions muzzle Huskies for third-straight SLC series win

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
March 26, 2024
Junior SLU guard Allasia Washington contemplates her next move with the ball vs. Nicholls in the Lady Lions season finale at the Pride Roofing University Center. (March 7, 2024 - Hammond)

Lady Lions steamroll Colonels for semifinal berth

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
March 13, 2024
Redshirt junior SLU pitcher Brennan Stuprich strides on the mound before delivering a pitch to an NDSU batter. (March 9, 2024 - Pat Kenelly Diamond at Alumni Field - Hammond)

Lions’ late heroics deliver series win over Bison

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
March 12, 2024
Lions embrace in a team huddle after beating Xavier of Louisiana 22-5 at Pat Kenelly Diamond at Alumni Field. (Feb. 27, 2024 - Hammond)

The Lions run-rule Alcorn State in seven, ready to take on the No. 2 Tigers

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
March 6, 2024

Manestream Podcast S5E2: Super Bowl Podcast

Chase Gispert and Troy Allen
February 20, 2024
Sophomore SLU forward Dylan Canoville rises for monster fastbreak slam dunk following a steal in the Lions dramatic victory over McNeese at the Pride Roofing University Center. (Feb. 3, 2024 - Hammond)

Lions corral Cowboys, put an end to nation’s longest winning streak

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
February 7, 2024

Manestream Podcast | The Lion’s Den S5E1: NFL Playoffs

Chase Gispert and Troy Allen
February 2, 2024
Junior SLU guard Taylor Bell goes up for contested layup vs. Texas A&M-Commerce at the Pride Roofing University Center. (Jan. 20, 2024 - Hammond)

Lady Lions lose first conference game at Lamar after 7-0 start

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
February 1, 2024
Freshman sprinter Onyah Favour makes her way around the curve as the second leg of the womens 4x400 meter relay.

Gold rush in Birmingham: SLU Track and Field claims five titles at Samford Open

Chase Gispert and Haley Dupre
January 29, 2024
Freshman SLU guard Avari Berry races up the court on a fast-break following a steal vs. South Alabama at the Pride Roofing University Center. (Dec. 15, 2023 - Hammond)

Dominant fourth quarter gives Lady Lions second straight SLC victory

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
January 10, 2024
Senior SLU guard Hailey Giaratano posts up South Alabama defender at the Pride Roofing University Center. (Dec. 15, 2023 - Hammond)

Daniels’ perfect night propels Southeastern past Nicholls in SLC opener

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
January 6, 2024
Freshman SLU point guard Avari Berry goes between the legs dribbling against a South Alabama defender at the Pride Roofing University Center. (Dec. 15, 2023- Hammond)

Lady Lions head down the bayou to take on Colonels in Thibodaux

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
January 4, 2024
Junior SLU guard Taylor Bell goes up for a left handed layup vs. South Alabama at the Pride Roofing University Center. (Dec. 15, 2023 - Hammond)

Lady Lions drop both games in Maui, including Tulsa heartbreaker

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
December 23, 2023
Lady Lions duo Taylor Bell (left) and Kennedy Paul (right) defend Jaguars Kiana Anderson in the paint at the Pride Roofing University Center. (Dec. 15, 2023 - Hammond)

Slow start plagues Lady Lions in loss to Jags; Maui awaits

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
December 19, 2023
Strawberry Stadium has been the proud home of Southeastern football since 1937.

OPINION | Why SLU football needs greater fan support for next season

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
December 15, 2023
Junior Lions running back Harlan Dixon attempts to get by Colonels defender Brandon Lairy at Strawberry Stadium during the River Bell Classic. (Nov. 16, 2023 - Hammond)

A look back at the 34th edition of the River Bell Classic

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
December 14, 2023
Senior forward Nick Caldwell goes up for a layup during Southeasterns opening day win over Delta State at the Pride Roofing University Center. (Nov. 6, 2023 - Hammond)

Lions can’t keep pace with Bulldogs, drop third straight

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
December 13, 2023
Lady Lions celebrate their first Southland Conference regular season title in school history at the Pride Roofing University Center following their 3-0 sweep of Lamar. (Nov. 9, 2023 - Hammond)

Lady Lions prepare for Ducks in northwest NCAA tourney showdown

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
November 30, 2023
Lady Lions celebrate a point during sweep of Nicholls earlier in season at the PRUC. (Oct. 26, 2023 - Hammond)

SLU sweeps TAMUCC for back-to-back SLC tournament titles

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
November 24, 2023

Manestream Podcast | The Lion’s Den S4E10: NFL Week 10

Chase Gispert, Troy Allen
November 20, 2023
SLU players pose with River Bell Trophy after last years 40-17 triumph in Thibodaux at John L. Guidry Stadium. (Nov. 17, 2022)

Lions look ahead to River Bell Classic following trouncing of TAMUC

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
November 16, 2023
Senior SLU guard Hailey Giaratano guards the ball during the Lady Lions opening season win over Millsaps at the Pride Roofing University Center. (Nov. 6, 2023 - Hammond)

Lady Lions dominate Millsaps in season opener, fall to Mississippi State on the road

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
November 14, 2023
SLU sophomore midfielder Maggie Denison takes on defender during Pink Out victory over HCU, 2-1 at Strawberry Stadium. (Oct. 13, 2023 - Hammond)

Lady Lions lassoed by Cowgirls, fall in SLC tourney

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
November 3, 2023

Manestream Podcast | The Lion’s Den S4E9: NFL Week 8

Chase Gispert and Troy Allen
October 27, 2023

Manestream Podcast | The Lion’s Den S4E8: NFL Week 7

Chase Gispert and Troy Allen
October 24, 2023
Former Lions Anthony Spurlock and Carlos Washington Jr. celebrate a touchdown in the end zone at Strawberry Stadium during SLUs 23-7 victory over NSU last season. (Nov. 12, 2022 - Hammond)

Southeastern rides third-quarter surge against Northwestern State to nab elusive first win

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
October 20, 2023

Manestream Podcast | The Lion’s Den S4E7: NFL Week 5&6

Chase Gispert, Troy Allen, and Adam Tullier
October 13, 2023
SLU bench erupts following crucial point in tight victory over pre-season SLC favorite HCU at the Pride Roofing University Center on Thursday night. (Oct. 5, 2023 - Hammond)

SLU downs HCU, sweeps McNeese for tenth straight victory

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
October 10, 2023

Manestream Podcast | The Lion’s Den S4E7: Damian Lillard Trade

Chase Gispert and Troy Allen
October 4, 2023

Manestream Podcast | The Lion’s Den S4E6: NFL Week 4

Chase Gispert and Troy Allen
September 28, 2023
SLU players celebrate their 48-14 win over Murray State last season at Strawberry Stadium. (Oct. 1, 2022 - Hammond)

Lions set to host Huskies in anticipated SLC home opener

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
September 23, 2023

Manestream Podcast | The Lion’s Den S4E5: NFL Week 3

Troy Allen and Chase Gispert
September 22, 2023

Manestream Podcast | The Lion’s Den S4E4: FIBA and NBA predictions

Troy Allen, Chase Gispert, and Adam Tullier
September 20, 2023
Redshirt sophomore quarterback Eli Sawyer awaits the snap in a 48-14 win over Murray State at Strawberry Stadium last season. (Oct. 1, 2022 - Hammond)

Southeastern seeking first win of season in big FCS matchup at Eastern Washington

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
September 16, 2023
SLU players give the Lion Up sign in their team huddle during a game against Washington at the Pride Roofing University Center. (Aug. 25, 2023 - Hammond)

SLU volleyball asserts itself on the national stage following historic week of play

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
September 15, 2023

Manestream Podcast | The Lion’s Den S4E3: NFL Week 2

Chase Gispert and Troy Allen
September 14, 2023
SLU senior center John Allen in action vs. Murray State during the Lions 48-14 victory at Strawberry Stadium a year ago. (Oct. 1, 2022 - Hammond)

Southeastern overwhelmed by Bulldogs, hope Jags yield different result

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
September 9, 2023

Manestream Podcast | The Lion’s Den S4E2: NFL Week 1

Chase Gispert and Troy Allen
September 8, 2023

Manestream Podcast | The Lion’s Den S4E1

Chase Gispert and Troy Allen
September 6, 2023
Head Volleyball Coach Jeremy White coaches up his players during SLUs match against Washington at the Pride Roofing University Center last Friday evening. (Aug. 25, 2023 - Hammond)

SLU volleyball early season update

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
September 1, 2023
Dr. Wainwright smiling towards the future just outside of Dyson Hall with Friendship Oak in sight.

Get to know Southeastern’s new president: Dr. William Wainwright

Chloe Williams and Chase Gispert
August 14, 2023
Arlan Williams (No. 34), Donte Daniels (No. 27) and Anthony Britton Jr. (30) celebrate a big defensive play against Texas A&M-Commerce during last years Homecoming game at Strawberry Stadium. (Oct. 8, 2022 - Hammond)

New-look Lions ready to roar into 2023

Troy Allen and Chase Gispert
August 10, 2023
SLU football announces home and home series with reigning FCS champions

SLU football announces home and home series with reigning FCS champions

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
July 20, 2023
Pelicans star Zion Williamsons days could be numbered in Nola...

OPINION | Should the Pelicans fly away from the Zion Williamson saga?

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
July 6, 2023
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
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