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Handling the ceremonial shovels, from left, are Carey Lawson, LSU Eunice Foundation executive director; Kip Bertrand, LSU Eunice Foundation president; Patrick Morrow, LSU Board of Supervisors vice chair; Jeff Willis, LSU Eunice athletic director; Dr. Nancee Sorenson, LSU Eunice chancellor; Rebecca Boniol, LSU Board of Supervisors member; Esperanza Moran, LSU Board of Supervisors member; and Emily Otken, LSU Board of Supervisors student member.

Handling the ceremonial shovels, from left, are Carey Lawson, LSU Eunice Foundation executive director; Kip Bertrand, LSU Eunice Foundation president; Patrick Morrow, LSU Board of Supervisors vice chair; Jeff Willis, LSU Eunice athletic director; Dr. Nancee Sorenson, LSU Eunice chancellor; Rebecca Boniol, LSU Board of Supervisors member; Esperanza Moran, LSU Board of Supervisors member; and Emily Otken, LSU Board of Supervisors student member.

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New Bengal Stadium celebrated with indoor groundbreaking

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Monday, August 5, 2024
By: RHETT MANUEL LSN Sports Editor It’s the type of idea that anyone who has attended LSUE through the years couldn’t have seen coming even in their wildest visions of growth.
Destiny Lavigne (seated center left) is pictured as she signs to play college softball with Xavier University of Louisiana. Also pictured (from left) are standing Ville Platte High School Principal Shelsy Williams and former Ville Platte High School Assistant Principal Dawn Bellard; seated- Ville Platte High School Softball Coach Devinskie Arvie, Latoya Lavigne, and Ville Platte High School Assistant Coach Shonda Jack.

Destiny Lavigne (seated center left) is pictured as she signs to play college softball with Xavier University of Louisiana. Also pictured (from left) are standing Ville Platte High School Principal Shelsy Williams and former Ville Platte High School Assistant Principal Dawn Bellard; seated- Ville Platte High School Softball Coach Devinskie Arvie, Latoya Lavigne, and Ville Platte High School Assistant Coach Shonda Jack.

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Pair of Bulldog athletes sign to play at next level

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Thursday, August 1, 2024
By: TONY MARKS Editor Two former student athletes from Ville Platte High School have signed on the dotted line to continue their playing careers at the next level.
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Duplechin

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Despite having playing career cut short, Duplechin made memories that will last

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Monday, July 29, 2024
By: TONY MARKS Editor The global COVID-19 pandemic cut his high school playing career short during his senior season at Sacred Heart. Despite that, Christian Duplechin still made memories as a Trojan athlete and learned lessons about himself that he can take with him in his future endeavors.
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The Marks Post: It just means more... except for the oatmeal

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Thursday, July 25, 2024
I turned 42 back on July 14, and the week that followed could get me featured on an episode of VH1’s Best Week Ever. A homeless guy with one eye gave me a tour of Dealey Plaza. I was in the stands to see Paul Skenes retire Aaron Judge on one pitch and to see Shohei Ohtani hit a dinger.
The 7U Coach Pitch All-Stars from Ville Platte competed in the Dixie Youth World Series in Laurel, Miss. Team members are Carter Edwards, Paxton Monier, Edwin Bias Jr., Emile Deville, Luca Dupre, William Fontenot, Hudson Lafleur, Jayvian Campbell, Walker Hebert, Andress Eades, and Canaan Nicks; and coaches are Rodney Hebert, Patrick Fontenot, Edwin Bias, and Nick Monier. (Photo courtesy of Brittany Monier)

The 7U Coach Pitch All-Stars from Ville Platte competed in the Dixie Youth World Series in Laurel, Miss. Team members are Carter Edwards, Paxton Monier, Edwin Bias Jr., Emile Deville, Luca Dupre, William Fontenot, Hudson Lafleur, Jayvian Campbell, Walker Hebert, Andress Eades, and Canaan Nicks; and coaches are Rodney Hebert, Patrick Fontenot, Edwin Bias, and Nick Monier. (Photo courtesy of Brittany Monier)

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State champs from Ville Platte compete in World Series

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Thursday, July 25, 2024
By: TONY MARKS Editor LAUREL, Miss. - The state champion 7U Coach Pitch All-Stars from Ville Platte competed in the Dixie Youth World Series and faced stiff competition as they fell short of their ultimate prize. The tournament opened for Ville Platte with an 11-3 loss against Prattville.
LSU quarterback Gus Nussmeier answers questions from reporters on the first day of SEC Football Media Days in Dallas. (Gazette photo by Tony Marks)

LSU quarterback Gus Nussmeier answers questions from reporters on the first day of SEC Football Media Days in Dallas. (Gazette photo by Tony Marks)

Sixteen means more than 14

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Monday, July 22, 2024
By: TONY MARKS Editor DALLAS, Texas - Billy Cannon returning a punt for a touchdown against Ole Miss on Halloween night. Peyton Manning directing the Tennessee marching band after a win against Alabama. Larry Munson announcing, “Run, Lindsay, Run!
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Cajuns’ DeBarge taken 33rd overall in MLB draft

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Monday, July 22, 2024
By: RHETT MANUEL LSN Sports Editor LAFAYETTE – It’s quite a story. Undersized for his position out of high school, Louisiana shortstop Kyle DeBarge had to find his place in Lafayette before he truly made an impact. But when he found his place, he never let it go.
Former Pine Prairie Lady Panther Alaina Boutte continues her playing career with LSUA. (Photo courtesy of Alaina Boutte)

Former Pine Prairie Lady Panther Alaina Boutte continues her playing career with LSUA. (Photo courtesy of Alaina Boutte)

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Charging forward

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Thursday, July 18, 2024
By: TONY MARKS Editor Playing high school sports is a way to not only gain experience for the future but is also a way to learn valuable life lessons.
State champions

State champions

State champions

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Thursday, July 11, 2024
For the first time in the rich history of Ville Platte Dixie Youth Baseball, the 7U Coach Pitch All-Stars have won the state championship. The team took home the hardware after a 10-0 win over Minden in the state tournament held in Tioga. Coverage of the tournament can be found on Page 5.
Mamou Super 10s place in regionals

Mamou Super 10s place in regionals

Mamou Super 10s place in regionals

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Thursday, July 11, 2024
The Mamou Super 10 All-Stars won the District 7 tournament, which was played in Leesville from June 20 to June 23. The team then competed in the North Regional Tournament and came out in third place. That tournament was held in Alexandria from July 5 to July 8.
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