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The Lion's Roar

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

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Former university soccer player awarded 2020 Steve McCarty Award

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter July 24, 2020

A student-athlete alum was awarded the 2020 Steve McCarty Award by the Southland Conference for her outstanding performance. Caroline Lee, a former soccer player for the university, is the recipient...

Kyle Schimpf, a senior infielder, works with one of the assistant coaches during practice. Schimpf, like many other graduating seniors, has made memories at the university during his time as a student athlete.

Student-athletes reflect on their time as Lions

Johnathan Zeringue, Staff Reporter May 14, 2019

Graduating student-athletes will not only take a diploma after graduation but also memories from past years. Kyle Schimpf, a senior infielder, has enjoyed his time being a part of the baseball team over...

Daisha Nickelson, a sophomore hurdler on the track and field team, runs her event, the 100-meter hurdles, at the Strawberry Relays. Nickelson’s love of playing sports led her to pursue being a college athlete.

Destined to compete

Johnathan Zeringue, Staff Reporter March 26, 2019

From a competitive nature to passion, different factors contribute to student-athletes’ decision to play at the collegiate level. Kia Coleman, a freshman jumper on the track and field team, knew she...

While student-athletes perform on the field, their time off the field involves managing their academics and athletic responsibilities such as away games and practices.

The methods to manage time as a student-athlete

Maiah Woodring, Staff Reporter March 19, 2019

The requirements that come from being a full-time student-athlete, such as traveling for away games and daily practices, call for practical ways to maximize time. Whether by filling a planner to the brim...

The men’s basketball team stretches to warm up before the game against Sam Houston State University. Athletes are commonly viewed as role models to both athletes and non-athletes alike.

Student-athletes admire the work ethic of pros

Johnathan Zeringue, Staff Reporter February 19, 2019

Professional athletes help shape other athletes’ games and character. Evan Pace, a senior catcher for the baseball team, shared how athletes can relate to professional athletes in their particular sport. “They’ve...

Senior student-athletes gaining and leaving a family

Zachary Araki, A&E Editor November 19, 2018

Senior student-athletes prepare to leave their Lion family as they enter their last season. According to Kyla Williams, a senior forward on the women’s basketball team, her time as a Lady Lion has...

Kyle Schimpf, a senior infielder, runs to home plate to score against the University of New Orleans. Athletes may find inspirations from a number of sources including professional athletes.

Student-athletes finding their fire

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter October 17, 2018

When kids are young, they watch superhero movies, play with legos or watch athletes play their favorite sport. Some student-athletes watch their favorite professional athlete to get inspired. Mimicry...

For Ashailee Brailey, a senior general studies major, the daily life of a student-athlete requires both constant basketball practice and studying.

A day in the life of Ashailee Brailey

Zachary Araki, A&E Editor September 11, 2018

Juggling classes, a social life and academics becomes the daily performance for a student-athlete. Ashailee Brailey, a senior general studies major, plays as a guard in women’s basketball. She discussed...

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