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The Lion's Roar

The Official Student News Media of Southeastern Louisiana University

The Lion's Roar

Junior middle hitter Hannah Brewer (2) attempts spike over Texas A&M-Commerce's Kitana Tuufuli (20). (Sept. 30, 2023 - Hammond)

Sweeping away the competition, Lady Lions nab eighth straight win

Troy Allen, Staff Reporter October 2, 2023

On Saturday morning, Lady Lions volleyball secured their 8th straight win over Texas A&M-Commerce. They won in a 3-0 sweep (25-10, 25-10, 25-19). Their win over TAMC also marks their seventh straight...

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

Southeastern (6-3) picked up two of its best-ever program wins during non-conference play last week over Texas State and LSU.  The reigning Southland Conference Champions went 2-1 in the Texas State...

Head Volleyball Coach Jeremy White coaches up his players during SLU's 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

The Lady Lions opened their 2023 campaign a week ago today at the Pride Roofing University Center in the Southeastern Showdown against the likes of Grambling, Washington and UTEP, taking one of three matches.  SLU...

Junior middle hitter Kibi Huggins attempts spike over fellow junior middle hitter Hannah Brewer and sophomore outside hitter Ryley Boyne.

Lady Lions spike expectations during annual scrimmage

Troy Allen, Staff Reporter August 23, 2023

Lady Lions volleyball hosted their annual Green vs. Gold scrimmage on Friday Aug. 18, in the University Center.  Team Gold won 3-2, with junior outside hitter Cicily Hidalgo leading the way with 20...

Lions' sports achievements in 2022

Lions’ sports achievements in 2022

Kate Oborina, Staff Reporter January 15, 2023

2022 was a productive year for Southeastern athletes.  Golf, baseball, volleyball and football were the most successful teams this season at SLU. These sports brought the Southland trophy to Southeastern...

Cicily Hidalgo goes up for an attack during the NCAA Tournament First Round match against Minnesota.

No. 8 Minnesota defeats Southeastern in NCAA Tournament

Troy Allen, Staff Reporter December 6, 2022

Coming off a Southland Conference Championship win, the Lady Lions came up short in their playoff match versus Minnesota.  Junior outside hitter Kailin Newsome led the way with thirteen kill shots....

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

Southeastern defeated Houston Christian 3-1 (16-25, 25-20, 25-20, 25-16) in the championship game of the Southland Conference Volleyball Tournament on Sunday afternoon at the University Center, claiming...

SLU players celebrate on the court after advancing to the Southland Conference Tournament Championship game. The team beat HCU in the semifinals on Saturday 3-1 (25-22, 27-29, 25-22, 25-21). (Nov. 19, 2022)

Southeastern volleyball takes down #3 McNeese to reach first-ever Southland Conference Championship

Troy Allen, Staff Reporter November 20, 2022

The Southeastern Lady Lions beat McNeese 3-1 to advance to the finals of the Southland Conference Tournament. SLU was led by junior outside hitter Kailin Newsome, who had 23 kill shots. Following her was...

Junior outside hitter Kailin Newsome in midair preparing to hit the ball into UIW's side of the net while her fellow Lady Lion's 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

The Lady Lions Volleyball team continued their undefeated home season at yesterday’s senior night game against UIW. This was the last contest of the regular season before the squad moves on to the Southland...

Hailey Giaratano and Taylor Bell on the court just before tip-off vs. LSUA in SLU's 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

Southeastern football continued its winning ways in the state of Texas this past Saturday (Nov. 5) by beating the Lamar Cardinals 47-31 behind 527 yards of total offense.  The Lions never trailed during...

Junior outside hitter Kailin Newsome gets ready to serve during a set of SLU's 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 football topped McNeese on the gridiron Saturday 28-27 in Lake Charles.  Since 2019, the Lions are 4-1 vs. the Cowboys, with all five contests being decided by one possession. In fact, neither...

Sophomore Outside Hitter Cicily Hidalgo attempts kill shot in SLU's victory over UNO at the UC on Thursday. (Oct. 27, 2022)

Lady Lions roll past UNO in dominant fashion

Troy Allen, Staff Reporter October 28, 2022

The Lady Lions volleyball team dominated in a 3-0 victory over UNO Thursday at the University Center led by junior outside hitter Kailin Newsome; she had sixteen kills and seven digs.  Both teams entered...

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