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Gerard Borne

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief, The Lion’s Roar Newspaper

Gerard Borne is a communication major from Norco. Borne began working at The Lion’s Roar in the fall of 2018. He plans to become a sports agent upon graduation.

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In Strawberry Stadium, senior quarterback Cole Kelley high-fives a young fan as he and junior quarterback Cephus Johnson III walk onto the field for the Oct. 30 football game against McNeese.

Last week in sports: Oct. 25-Nov. 1

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief
November 2, 2021
The Lady Lions huddle up during the Oct. 21 match against Nicholls State University.

Last week in sports: Oct. 18-25

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief
October 25, 2021
Junior wide receiver Nick Kovacs embraces senior tight end Nolan Given after Kovacs scored a touchdown during the Homecoming game against Houston Baptist on Oct. 16.

Last week in sports: Oct. 11-18

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief
October 19, 2021
Freshman forward Maycie Massingill scored the Lady Lions' lone goal for the Oct. matchup against McNeese. The goal was Massingill's first of her collegiate career. The match ended in a 1-1 tie after going into double overtime.

Last week in sports: Oct. 4-11

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief
October 12, 2021
Sophomore defensive back Justin Douglas catches a pass during the Oct. 2 game against the McNeese State University Cowboys in Lake Charles. The Lions finished the game with 38-35 victory.

Last week in sports: Sept. 27-Oct. 3

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief
October 5, 2021
Lions release 2021-22 basketball schedule

Lions release 2021-22 basketball schedule

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief
September 29, 2021
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
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 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
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
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
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
Los Angeles Lakers' LeBron James dribbles the ball during the first half of the team's NBA basketball game against the Sacramento Kings on Friday, April 30, 2021, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)

What was the point, LeBron?

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief
May 5, 2021
Freshman pitcher Brennan Stuprich threw a complete-game shutout for the Lions as Stuprich improved to 5-1 on the season with a 2.50 earned run average.

Last week in sports: April 20-26

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief
April 27, 2021
The Lions baseball team is standing in the dugout as they take on Southland Conference opponent Abilene Christian University.

Baseball stays hot during regular season

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief
April 22, 2021
Forward Ellie Williams runs the ball during Southeastern's match against Houston Baptist on April 1.

Last Week in Sports: April 12-19

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief
April 20, 2021
Goal Keeper Nadine Maher passes the ball back in play in the Lady Lions 2-1 March 7 victory over Stephen F. Austin University. The Lady Lions will take on Rutgers University in the first round of the NCAA DI Women’s Soccer Tournament on Tuesday April 27.

Lady Lions make history over the weekend

Gerard Borne, Editor-In-Chief
April 19, 2021
Last Week in Sports: April 5-12

Last Week in Sports: April 5-12

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief
April 13, 2021
The University Police Department received a call on April 3 about a disturbance in Louisiana Hall. UPD is currently investigating the incident and has placed Southeastern student Elizabeth Grace Johnson on interim suspension.

University student charged with aggravated battery in campus stabbing

Gerard Borne, Editor-In-Chief
April 9, 2021
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U.S. border crisis: Save the children

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief
April 1, 2021
Over the weekend James Benson II and Jonathon Sawyer both broke university records in the 400 meter race. The Lions’ track and field sqaud will be back in action on April 1 in Gainesville, Fla.

Last week in Sports: March 23-30

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief
March 30, 2021
The Lady Lions volleyball team huddles up before their game against Sam Houston State University. On April 1 Southeastern will be back in action in the Southland Conference Tournament.

Lady Lions look to earn first ever Southland Tourney victory

Gerard Borne, Editor-In-Chief
March 30, 2021
Illinois center Kofi Cockburn (21) is defended by Loyola Chicago center Cameron Krutwig, left, and Lucas Williamson, right, during the first half of a men's college basketball game in the second round of the NCAA tournament at Bankers Life Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Sunday, March 21, 2021.

March Madness is finally here

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief
March 24, 2021
With the winning streak the Lady Lions secured the number 2 seed in the Southland Conference Tournament. The Lady Lions women’s volleyball team continued to stay hot over the week as they extended their win streak to seven games after knocking off Houston Baptist and Incarnate Word

Last week in sports: March 16-March 23

Gerard Borne, Editor-In-Chief
March 23, 2021
In this Dec. 9, 2018, file photo, New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) shakes hands with Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston (3) after an NFL football game in Tampa, Fla. Winston signed a one-year contract with the Saints in 2021.

Drew Brees calls it a career after 20 seasons in the NFL

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief
March 17, 2021
The Lions defeated Northwestern State University 27-24 on Saturday March 13. On March 20, the Lions will hit the road to take on the University of Incarnate Word.

Last week In Sports: March 10-16

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief
March 16, 2021
The Lions will opened their 2021 season at home against Mississippi Valley State University on Feb. 19.

Baseball to host Southland Tourney

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief
March 12, 2021
Senior guard Keon Clergeot pushes through the Cowboys' defense and goes for a shot during the last home game of the 2021 season against McNeese State University on Feb. 24.

Lions fall in second round of Southland Tournament

Gerard Borne, Editor-In-Chief
March 10, 2021
Junior wide receiver CJ Turner lines up against a McNeese State University defensive back. The Lions will play their next home game on March 13 against Northwestern State University.

Last week in sports: March 3-9

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief
March 10, 2021
Southeastern students Hannah Tribou, Kimberly McClendon, Alyssa Larose, Megan Magri, Catherin Wooton and Gillian Hebert Lion Up before competing in the Miss Louisiana sweeper pageant.

Southeastern women shine in Ruston

Gerard Borne, Editor-In-Chief
March 3, 2021
Senior fullback Damien Dawson gets tackled in the red zone.

Last week in sports: Feb. 22- March 1

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief
March 2, 2021
In this image from video, Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, walks to check in for his flight back to the U.S., at Cancun International Airport in Cancun, Mexico, Thursday, Feb. 18, 2021.

Put a freeze on crushing Cruz’s Cancun trip

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief
February 23, 2021
Senior distance runner Shea Foster broke the Southeastern record for the 8k. The team's conference championship is currently scheduled for Feb. 15.

Last week in sports: Feb. 2-9

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief
February 9, 2021
Freshman guard, Jamon Kemp is the son of former NBA All-Star Shawn Kemp. Jamon is a native of Seattle where his father played for the Seattle SuperSonics.

Lions guard tries to follow in father’s Hall of Fame footsteps

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief
February 7, 2021
The Lady Lions volleyball team kicked off their 2021 season with splitting a weekend series with the University of Southern Miss. Head coach Jeremy White looks to improve on his 2019 campaign.

Last Week in Southeastern Sports

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief
February 2, 2021
Long live the hard hitting legend Henry “Hank” Aaron

Long live the hard hitting legend Henry “Hank” Aaron

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief
February 2, 2021
The Lions will opened their 2021 season at home against Mississippi Valley State University on Feb. 19.

[Photo] Baseball gears up for 2021 Season

Dylan Meche, Staff Reporter
January 22, 2021
Letter from the Editor: Gerard Borne, Jr.

Letter from the Editor: Gerard Borne, Jr.

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief
January 21, 2021
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[Photo] Lions look to win Southland after historic 2019 season

January 20, 2021
Lions look to win Southland after historic 2019 season

Lions look to win Southland after historic 2019 season

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief
January 20, 2021
Aggies defeat Lions in defensive battle

Aggies defeat Lions in defensive battle

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief
December 16, 2020

Lions three-game losing streak continues against LSU

Gerard Borne and
December 1, 2020
The 2019 alumnus Chason Virgil passed for a total of 3,791 yards and 25 touchdowns for the Lions in his senior season. Virgil, a native of Mesquite, Texas returned to his home state to coach and teach at North Crowley High School in Fort Worth, Texas. Virgil one day hopes to become a head coach at the high school level.

Former Lion tries hand at coaching Texas high school football

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
November 20, 2020
When the NCAA cancelled the 2020 Spring golf season, head coach Jake Narro made sure the team focused more in the classroom. Narro would often times make the team scrimmage one another to stay in shape over the offseason.

Narro finds a silver lining during COVID shutdown

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
November 14, 2020
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Agree to disagree: We can still be friends if we don’t agree politically

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
November 11, 2020
It is time to start taking men’s mental health seriously

It is time to start taking men’s mental health seriously

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
October 17, 2020

Caldwell looks to lead Lions to 2021 Southland Championship

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
October 16, 2020
Riley Conroy was coached in college at Tulane University by former NBA Coach of the Year Mike Dunleavy Sr. The Tulane alumnus is currently obtaining a MBA in Sports Administration from Florida Atlantic University.

Lions men’s basketball promotes Riley Conroy to interim assistant coach

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
October 15, 2020
Mark Lieberman, associate head coach and fourth from left, started his coaching career in Florida after graduating from Florida International University. Lieberman was first introduced to head coach David Kiefer over twenty years ago before Lieberman coached with Louisiville legend Rick Patino.

From New York City to Hammond: Lieberman’s journey

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
October 9, 2020
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Can we get a new moderator? Please…

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
October 7, 2020
Ellie Williams, sophomore forward, started 14 of the 17 games she played in for the 2019 season. Williams led the Lady Lions in the 2019 season with four goals, 27 shots and 10 points. Williams is a native of Frisco, Texas.

Lady Lions to start 2021 season in mid February

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
October 7, 2020
Washington native and senior infielder Eli Johnson decided to stay on with the Lions after the National Collegiate Athletics Association decided to extend eligibility to spring student-athletes for another year. Following this decision, Johnson shared what he hopes to accomplish in his upcoming season.

Infielder takes advantage of extra year of eligibility by NCAA

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
September 24, 2020
Brock Batty, senior pitcher, transfered to Southeastern from The University of Louisiana at Lafayette over the summer. Batty will begin playing for the Lion’s baseball team in the spring.

Former Ragin’ Cajun joins the Lion pride

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
September 23, 2020
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Southeastern “Promise” raises concerns to the student body

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
September 19, 2020
Junior forward Ty Brewer bings the ball down the court against Grambling state University. Last season, brewer played in all 31 games wile starting in 28 of them. In 2019-2020, Brewer lead the team in points per game with 14.9, 7.7 rebounds per game, steals with 46 and blocks with 18.

Men’s basketball anticipates to have 2021 season

Gerard Borne, Staff Raporter
September 17, 2020
Isaac Adeyemi-Berglund celebrates a sack in the 2018 matchup against Louisiana State University. The Lions lost to the Tigers 31-0 to fall to 0-2.

Adeyemi-Berglund selected third to Stampeders

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
May 15, 2020
The most popular game for the 2020 esports season was Call of Duty, a cross platform war-like video game. Of the 308 participants in the state of Louisiana 70 are students at Southeastern. The second most popular game this season was RocketLeague.

REC Sports and Wellness turns to esports

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
May 1, 2020
Freshman marketing major Anyree Phillips created a petition for the university to go to a pass/fail system after she noticed some flaws in the online courses. The petition had over 4,000 signatures in three days.

[Photo] Student-led petition helps prompt change in semester’s grading system

Jacob Lofton, Staff Reporter
April 7, 2020
Chris Lachney.

Lions promote Lachney to interim defensive coordinator for 2020 season

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
April 4, 2020
Since the NCAA authorized a dead period for all sports, there will not be a champion in any spring sports.

Fremin and Hayes disappointed, seasons ends early

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
March 25, 2020
Lady Lions return to Conference tournament for first time since 2012

Lady Lions return to Conference tournament for first time since 2012

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
March 12, 2020
Football commit fatally shot just weeks after signing on with the university

Football commit fatally shot just weeks after signing on with the university

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
March 10, 2020
Lacour is a native of Port St. Joe, Fla. and committed to Southeastern in 2012. She is in her first year as an assistant coach for the Lady Lions. The Lady Lions next game is on Mar. 6 against Texas A&M Corpus-Christi.

From player to coach: Katie Lacour’s career as a Lady Lion outfielder

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
March 5, 2020
Junior pitcher Daniel Dugas was on the mound for the Lions Tuesday night and saw his record fall to 0-3 on the season with a 10.57 ERA.

Lions late comeback falls short in Alex Box Stadium

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
March 4, 2020
Senior pitcher Justin Simanek gave up six runs in 3.2 innings pitched on Sunday against the Jacksonville Dolphins. SImanek is now 0-2 on the 2020 season.

Jacksonville shuts out Southeastern 8-0 in series finale

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
February 24, 2020
Sophomore pitcher Grant Upton throws a pitch in the Feb. 8 Alumni game. The Lion’s next game will be at home on Feb. 18 against the University of Louisiana at Lafayette.

Lions baseball looks to improve after falling short in 2019 season

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
February 18, 2020
Former university baseball players faced off against current baseball players at the annual Alumni Baseball Game.

Lions defeat alumni 11-7 in annual scrimmage

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
February 13, 2020
The Southeastern golf team takes a picture after the 2019 David Toms Intercollegiate Tournament in Baton Rouge. The Lions golf team will start their 2020 spring season on Feb. 17 with the LaTour Intercollegiate tournament in Thibodaux.

[Photo] Golf team prepares for first spring invitational

Dylan Meche, Staff Reporter
February 13, 2020
Frank Scelfo, head coach of football.

Scelfo reflects on 2020 signing class

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
February 13, 2020
University freshman Cade Jenkins won first place in History channel’s TV series “Forged in Fire,“ taking home the $10,000 cash prize.

Student blacksmith brings home flaming cash prize

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
February 12, 2020
Senior guard Charilee Dugas defends in the Lady Lions Feb. 1 73-57 victory over the University of New Orleans. The Lady Lions next game will be on Feb. 8 against the University of Incarnate Word.

[Photo] Southeastern basketball splits weekend series with UNO

Gerard Borne and Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporters
February 4, 2020
Forgive Beckham and drop the charges

Forgive Beckham and drop the charges

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
February 1, 2020
Frank Scelfo received the 2019 Southland Conference Coach of the Year award after leading the Lions to an 8-5 record and a playoff appearance. In Scelfo’s second season, the Lions also finished with the top-ranked offense in the Southland Conference.

Frank Scelfo signs contract extension to be head coach through 2024

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
January 30, 2020
Freshman guard Alexius Horne brings the ball down court against Lamar University. Horne finished with 13 points, one rebound and one assist.

Lady Lions open Southland Conference play with a loss

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
December 18, 2019
Freshman guard Byron Smith brings the ball down court during their game against Grambling State University. Smith finished the game with four points, one steal and two rebounds. With Friday’s 79-74 win, the Lions sit at a 3-6 record.

Lions prepare for late December road trip after beating Jackson State

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
December 14, 2019
Walk-on athletes: how they make it and breaking stereotypes

Walk-on athletes: how they make it and breaking stereotypes

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
December 6, 2019
Senior defensive linemen Isaac Adeyemi-Berglund brings down Villanova running back during the first quarter of Saturday's playoff game. With the victory the Lions will travel to Missoula, Mont. to take on the University of Montana.

Southeastern beats Villanova 45-44, advances to face University of Montana

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
December 3, 2019
Senior quarterback Chason Virgil drops back to throw a pass against Jacksonville State University. The Lions defeated Jacksonville State 35-14 on Aug. 29, 2019.

Scelfo talks preparation for FCS Playoffs

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
November 27, 2019
Freshman guard Alexius Horne brings the ball down the court in Southeastern's 89-67 victory over LSUA.

Lady Lions defeat Generals 89-67 to continue win streak

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
November 27, 2019
Devonte Williams, a senior running back Courtesy of Chris Salim

Devonte Williams reflects on childhood and life after college

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
November 26, 2019
Linebackers Alexis Ramos and Joshua Carr sack Nicholls State quarterback Chase Fourcade. Ramos was ejected in the third quarter due to a targeting penalty in the 2019 loss against the Colonels.

Lions fall to Nicholls from a last-minute fumble

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
November 22, 2019
The football team takes a timeout during the first quarter of the Aug. 29th Jacksonville State game. The Lions knocked off sixth ranked Gamecocks 35-14.

Underclassmen help football team maintain winning record with playoff hopes

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
November 22, 2019
Southeastern football players raise the River Bell Trophy after defeating Nicholls State University 21-17 in 2017. This will be the first time both schools are ranked in the River Bell Classic game. Nicholls and Southeastern will be playing for the Southland Conference title.

River Bell rivalry returns to Strawberry Stadium

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
November 19, 2019
Get advised for spring classes

Get advised for spring classes

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
November 14, 2019
Freshman guard Byron Smith guards the Grambling State University point guard. Smith finished the game with eight points and two rebounds. With the loss the Lions fall to 1-2.

Lions lose first home game of the 2019-2020 season

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
November 13, 2019
Jock Tucker, scrum half, runs the ball down the field against Tulane University. The university defeated Tulane University 29-10 to earn their fourth victory of the season.

Rugby sets eyes on championship on Nov. 16

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
November 12, 2019
Jordan Hotard, a junior supply chain management major, walks into the Office of Military and Veteran Success. The office has recently moved from north campus. The office’s new location is room 2304 in the Student Union.

[Photo] A new office offers assistance to veteran students

November 10, 2019
Frank Scelfo, head coach of football, is interviewed during halftime of the Aug. 29 game against Jacksonville State University in which the Lions won 35-14. After going 4-7 in the 2018 season, Scelfo has led the Lions to five wins through eight games in the 2019 season. The football team is currently in second place in the Southland Conference.

Scelfo has positive impact on the Hammond community

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
November 5, 2019
The university should expand parking spots

The university should expand parking spots

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
November 3, 2019
The university's women's volleyball team breaks the huddle in the second set against the University of New Orleans on Oct 29. The Lady Lions shut out UNO 3-0 to earn their 12th victory of the season.

Southeastern blanks the Privateers 3-0

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
October 31, 2019
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