Personal connections, tragedy fueled Papillion

By News Staff on Monday, April 15, 2024
  • Make no mistake about it. When the Bulldogs needed a big bucket, they relied on their two-time Parish MVP for it. Sage Papillion has been a prolific scorer for years now, but was relied on for even more leadership than he was in past years this season. (Gazette photo by Rhett Manuel)
    Make no mistake about it. When the Bulldogs needed a big bucket, they relied on their two-time Parish MVP for it. Sage Papillion has been a prolific scorer for years now, but was relied on for even more leadership than he was in past years this season. (Gazette photo by Rhett Manuel)
    By: RHETT MANUEL Sports Editor Evangeline Parish boys’ basketball MVP Sage Papillion thrives on connection. Yes, he doesn’t say much. He often lets his play on the hardwood speak for itself, as evidenced by his winning this award for the second-consecutive year and being a two-time District 4-3A MVP as well. Nonetheless, the things that have driven him to greater heights have plenty to d...

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