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Southern falls to Alabama State 30-17 in week zero opener

Southern University's football team opened the 2026 college football season in Week Zero with a loss to Alabama State, falling 30-17 despite holding an early lead. The Jaguars were unable to maintain their advantage against the opponent.

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KLFY1d ago
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Beyond the Jersey: Kennedy Gustafson

Kennedy Gustafson, a senior libero for the University of Louisiana at Lafayette Ragin' Cajuns volleyball team, is featured in this week's Beyond the Jersey profile. The Houston native developed her defensive instincts and skills through childhood softball before becoming a key defensive presence for the university's volleyball program.

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KLFY2d ago
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Louisiana DB named semifinalist for the Jim Thorpe Award

University of Louisiana defensive back Brent Gordon Jr. has been named a semifinalist for the Paycom Jim Thorpe Award, one of 15 players selected for the honor. The award recognizes the nation's top defensive back in college football.

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KLFY5d ago
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Balanced attack, strong block lift Louisiana Volleyball over App State

Louisiana Volleyball's Sarah Schnell recorded a career-high 18 kills as the Ragin' Cajuns defeated Appalachian State 3-1 in a match played in Boone, North Carolina on Friday. The team's balanced offensive attack and strong blocking proved decisive in securing the victory.

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