Hahnville faces tough Comeaux team to open softball playoffs
A potential state championship rematch in the second round of the Class 5A playoffs looms for Hahnville. That would be the scenario if the Lady Tigers, the No. 12 seed, win their postseason opener against No. 21 Comeaux. Should Hahnville win and Ouachita Parish, the No. 5 ... Keep Reading
SCC, De La Salle continue fight for top stop in District 10-3A
With St. Charles Catholic and De La Salle both unbeaten in District 10-3A play going into Wednesday’s game at Kirsch-Rooney Stadium in New Orleans, a lot was on the line both in terms of league play and playoff implications. “In the division, we both know how tough it is ... Keep Reading
SCC’s versatile Narcisse receives top defensive honor
When it comes to describing the attributes of St. Charles Catholic defensive lineman Mason Narcisse, Comets coach Frank Monica can provide a lengthy list. “He always maintains his balance. He’s always on his feet. He has exceptionally strong hands. He’s a very, very good ... Keep Reading
St. James’ Parker signs to play softball with Alcorn State
Kiri Parker of St. James always had a feeling she could play softball on the college level. Still, there were some doubts. “I always felt like I could play,” Parker said. “I wasn’t sure of myself. I was always second-guessing myself so I just worked harder until I got ... Keep Reading
SCC working on quick timeline for new football stadium
Thomas Dupuy Stadium on the campus of St. Charles Catholic has been the scene of numerous top-flight players and games over the years. The history of the stadium, however, goes well beyond the Laplace school. “That’s the old Tulane Stadium, which was the largest ... Keep Reading
Former St. James coach Waguespack inducted into Hall
BATON ROUGE - James Waguespack is the only head football coach in Louisiana prep history to lead two different schools to undefeated state championship seasons. Waguespack’s 1979 St. James team went unbeaten, including a 14-8 triumph over Wossman to win a state title and ... Keep Reading
Longtime coach Monica makes it to state prep Hall of Fame
BATON ROUGE - Going into his 50th year as a coach with three state championships and 269 wins in 28 years as a high school football head coach, Frank Monica still wasn’t sure. “I didn’t feel worthy. I don’t know now if I’m worthy of this honor. It’s so prestigious. So ... Keep Reading
Schexnaydre helps Destrehan stay unbeaten in district play
Avery Schexnaydre missed several weeks earlier in Destrehan’s baseball season. He played like a guy trying to make up for lost time Tuesday afternoon at East St. John. Making just his second start of the season because of a broken non-pitching hand, he threw five ... Keep Reading
Monica one of two coaches with area ties headed for Fame
If there is anything Frank Monica wants to be known for as a football coach, it’s consistency. “The one thing I can take to my grave is that I treated all players the same – that was all bad,” joked Monica, displaying his consistent brand of humor. As he enters his ... Keep Reading
Hahnville, Destrehan square off in softball district showdown
No one has to tell Destrehan that the District 7-5A softball title goes through Hahnville. “They have ruled the district for so many years,” Destrehan coach Kenny Montz said of Hahnville. “We shared the district championship about one time in the last 20 years, which was ... Keep Reading