Toyloy Brown III
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LSU men's basketball and Southern athletics reporter for The Advocate/NOLA.com | QU '22 | @SJI_Update '22 | Past: Knoxville News Sentinel, USA TODAY Sports, The Quinnipiac Chronicle
Ckelby Givens is a force of nature and character.
Southern University's star edge rusher is admired for more than just football.
Why the 21 year old from Shreveport never left for an FBS school, has to be the 1st to wish his mom a Happy B-Day and more
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Southern University's star edge rusher is admired for more than just football.
Why the 21 year old from Shreveport never left for an FBS school, has to be the 1st to wish his mom a Happy B-Day and more
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Inside Ckelby Givens' journey to greatness with Southern football. 'He walks in excellence.'
Ckelby Givens is a force of nature on the football field and as a person. Here's the story on how the Southern star got to this point.
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August 22, 2025 at 12:46 PM
Ckelby Givens is a force of nature and character.
Southern University's star edge rusher is admired for more than just football.
Why the 21 year old from Shreveport never left for an FBS school, has to be the 1st to wish his mom a Happy B-Day and more
www.theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/...
Southern University's star edge rusher is admired for more than just football.
Why the 21 year old from Shreveport never left for an FBS school, has to be the 1st to wish his mom a Happy B-Day and more
www.theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/...
Southern football's O-line has multiple starters back, but it does have an opening at left tackle.
What coach Terrence Graves and his starting center said about who is competing for LT and how preseason camp is going for the position group
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What coach Terrence Graves and his starting center said about who is competing for LT and how preseason camp is going for the position group
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How Southern football views the offensive line and its search for a new starting left tackle
How Southern football's offensive line is taking shape during the second week of preseason camp.
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August 1, 2025 at 8:47 PM
Southern football's O-line has multiple starters back, but it does have an opening at left tackle.
What coach Terrence Graves and his starting center said about who is competing for LT and how preseason camp is going for the position group
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What coach Terrence Graves and his starting center said about who is competing for LT and how preseason camp is going for the position group
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Southern football didn't just retool the running back room.
The Jaguars rebuilt it.
Learn the importance of the No. 74, how new RB coach is approaching his position group and more.
"Teams that run the football really well tend to win championships."
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The Jaguars rebuilt it.
Learn the importance of the No. 74, how new RB coach is approaching his position group and more.
"Teams that run the football really well tend to win championships."
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Inside Southern football's revamped running backs room, which includes a bevy of transfers
Here's the story of how Terrence Graves and his Southern football staff gave the running back room a makeover, including one LSU transfer.
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July 30, 2025 at 9:06 PM
Southern football didn't just retool the running back room.
The Jaguars rebuilt it.
Learn the importance of the No. 74, how new RB coach is approaching his position group and more.
"Teams that run the football really well tend to win championships."
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The Jaguars rebuilt it.
Learn the importance of the No. 74, how new RB coach is approaching his position group and more.
"Teams that run the football really well tend to win championships."
www.theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/...
Southern football brought the pads out for the first time in preseason camp.
What Terrence Graves and his staff are looking for this week and the excitement surrounding the Jaguars' top tight end
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What Terrence Graves and his staff are looking for this week and the excitement surrounding the Jaguars' top tight end
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Southern football enjoys first full-pads practice and anticipates big year from top tight end
Southern football had its first full pads practice and is moving on to the next step in preparing for its season opener on Aug. 23.
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July 29, 2025 at 9:29 PM
Southern football brought the pads out for the first time in preseason camp.
What Terrence Graves and his staff are looking for this week and the excitement surrounding the Jaguars' top tight end
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What Terrence Graves and his staff are looking for this week and the excitement surrounding the Jaguars' top tight end
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NEWS: Southern baseball star and SWAC Player of the Year Cardell Thibedoux has entered the transfer portal.
In his lone season with the Jaguars, the junior outfielder had a .435 batting avg, .828 slugging, and 71 RBIs.
More info ⬇️
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In his lone season with the Jaguars, the junior outfielder had a .435 batting avg, .828 slugging, and 71 RBIs.
More info ⬇️
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Southern baseball star and SWAC Player of the Year Cardell Thibodeaux enters transfer portal
Southern baseball's top player, junior Cardell Thibodeaux, enters transfer portal.
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July 1, 2025 at 9:13 PM
NEWS: Southern baseball star and SWAC Player of the Year Cardell Thibedoux has entered the transfer portal.
In his lone season with the Jaguars, the junior outfielder had a .435 batting avg, .828 slugging, and 71 RBIs.
More info ⬇️
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In his lone season with the Jaguars, the junior outfielder had a .435 batting avg, .828 slugging, and 71 RBIs.
More info ⬇️
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Housework.
That was the one thing preventing Tima Godbless, 20, from following her destiny.
How LSU's track star from Nigeria became a sophomore phenom with an NCAA medal and an Olympic appearance ⬇️
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That was the one thing preventing Tima Godbless, 20, from following her destiny.
How LSU's track star from Nigeria became a sophomore phenom with an NCAA medal and an Olympic appearance ⬇️
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Before starring at LSU, 'housework' stood in the way of Tima Godbless' track destiny
Tima Godbless is one of LSU's biggest track and field stars. In only six years in the sport, the Nigerian native already has competed in the Olympics and has climbed the program's record books.
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June 27, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Housework.
That was the one thing preventing Tima Godbless, 20, from following her destiny.
How LSU's track star from Nigeria became a sophomore phenom with an NCAA medal and an Olympic appearance ⬇️
www.nola.com/sports/lsu/l...
That was the one thing preventing Tima Godbless, 20, from following her destiny.
How LSU's track star from Nigeria became a sophomore phenom with an NCAA medal and an Olympic appearance ⬇️
www.nola.com/sports/lsu/l...
Cam Carter is heading to the NBA Summer League.
More details on where LSU basketball's leading scorer (16.4 points) is going and what it means in the story below
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More details on where LSU basketball's leading scorer (16.4 points) is going and what it means in the story below
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Check out where LSU basketball's Cam Carter will play in the NBA Summer League
Find out where LSU basketball's Cam Carter will play in the NBA Summer League.
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June 27, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Cam Carter is heading to the NBA Summer League.
More details on where LSU basketball's leading scorer (16.4 points) is going and what it means in the story below
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More details on where LSU basketball's leading scorer (16.4 points) is going and what it means in the story below
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10 All-American nods
6 SEC Championships
2nd fastest 800m in NCAA history
Don't let that fool you.
Those accolades aren't just about Michaela Rose's raw talent or greatness. They are a testament to the LSU track star's humility + higher purpose
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6 SEC Championships
2nd fastest 800m in NCAA history
Don't let that fool you.
Those accolades aren't just about Michaela Rose's raw talent or greatness. They are a testament to the LSU track star's humility + higher purpose
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Sibling rivalries, homeschooling and faith: How Michaela Rose became a LSU track star
Michaela Rose is among the greats to be a part of LSU's track and field program. Ahead of her final NCAA Championships, find out how she became elite as the least talented in her family.
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June 10, 2025 at 2:08 PM
10 All-American nods
6 SEC Championships
2nd fastest 800m in NCAA history
Don't let that fool you.
Those accolades aren't just about Michaela Rose's raw talent or greatness. They are a testament to the LSU track star's humility + higher purpose
www.nola.com/sports/lsu/l...
6 SEC Championships
2nd fastest 800m in NCAA history
Don't let that fool you.
Those accolades aren't just about Michaela Rose's raw talent or greatness. They are a testament to the LSU track star's humility + higher purpose
www.nola.com/sports/lsu/l...
Southern track & field star Roman Smith is heading to Eugene, Oregon for the NCAA Championships
Story on the high jumper's standout showing ⬇️
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Story on the high jumper's standout showing ⬇️
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A Southern track athlete has landed a spot in the NCAA championships
Southern University had a track & field athlete qualify for the NCAA Championships at Heyward Field in Eugene, Oregon.
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May 30, 2025 at 9:31 PM
Southern track & field star Roman Smith is heading to Eugene, Oregon for the NCAA Championships
Story on the high jumper's standout showing ⬇️
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Story on the high jumper's standout showing ⬇️
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Find out how LSU track & field performed on Day 1 of the NCAA Division I Outdoor Track & Field National Championship East First Round
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How LSU track & field fared on Day 1 of the NCAA East First Round
Find out how LSU track & field competed on Day 1 of the NCAA Division I Outdoor Track & Field National Championship East First Round.
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May 29, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Find out how LSU track & field performed on Day 1 of the NCAA Division I Outdoor Track & Field National Championship East First Round
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"We had the talent but we sometimes lacked in the discipline area ... Especially late in games."
A SWAC Championship eluded Southern baseball for a 4th straight year despite its influx of talent.
Why the Jaguars could only flash greatness in 2025
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A SWAC Championship eluded Southern baseball for a 4th straight year despite its influx of talent.
Why the Jaguars could only flash greatness in 2025
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‘We had the talent’: Why Southern baseball didn't capture a 2025 SWAC championship
How Southern baseball will remember the 2025 season after failing to win SWAC Championship.
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May 28, 2025 at 2:46 PM
"We had the talent but we sometimes lacked in the discipline area ... Especially late in games."
A SWAC Championship eluded Southern baseball for a 4th straight year despite its influx of talent.
Why the Jaguars could only flash greatness in 2025
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A SWAC Championship eluded Southern baseball for a 4th straight year despite its influx of talent.
Why the Jaguars could only flash greatness in 2025
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Southern baseball's 2025 season comes to an end after three games in the SWAC Tournament.
How Grambling State beat the Jaguars in the story below
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How Grambling State beat the Jaguars in the story below
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Southern baseball is run-ruled by Grambling in SWAC Tournament, ending 2025 season
Southern baseball is eliminated from the SWAC Tournament after being run-ruled by Grambling.
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May 23, 2025 at 8:22 PM
Southern baseball's 2025 season comes to an end after three games in the SWAC Tournament.
How Grambling State beat the Jaguars in the story below
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How Grambling State beat the Jaguars in the story below
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Southern baseball survives to see another day in the SWAC Tournament, overcoming a 7-run deficit to beat Arkansas Pine-Bluff
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Southern baseball comes back down seven runs to beat Arkansas-Pine Bluff in SWAC Tournament
Southern baseball beats Arkansas-Pine Bluff in SWAC Tournament after trailing by seven runs after the first two innings.
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May 22, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Southern baseball survives to see another day in the SWAC Tournament, overcoming a 7-run deficit to beat Arkansas Pine-Bluff
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NEWS: Marcus Vaughns commits to Matt McMahon and LSU men's basketball in the class of 2026
More details about the 6-8 Australian wing ⬇️
STORY: www.nola.com/sports/lsu/l...
More details about the 6-8 Australian wing ⬇️
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May 22, 2025 at 9:58 PM
NEWS: Marcus Vaughns commits to Matt McMahon and LSU men's basketball in the class of 2026
More details about the 6-8 Australian wing ⬇️
STORY: www.nola.com/sports/lsu/l...
More details about the 6-8 Australian wing ⬇️
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There will be a few new faces on the sidelines for Southern football during the 2025 season.
Check out coach Terrence Grave's full coaching staff
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Check out coach Terrence Grave's full coaching staff
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Here are changes Southern football made to Terrence Graves' coaching staff entering 2025
Find out the changes made on Terrence Graves' Southern football coaching staff entering the 2025 season.
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May 21, 2025 at 11:18 PM
There will be a few new faces on the sidelines for Southern football during the 2025 season.
Check out coach Terrence Grave's full coaching staff
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Check out coach Terrence Grave's full coaching staff
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"It’s championship time. We talked about playing for a championship all year long."
The SWAC Tournament begins today and Southern baseball believe it is more than capable of capturing it.
Why the program has high expectations ahead of its game vs FAMU
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The SWAC Tournament begins today and Southern baseball believe it is more than capable of capturing it.
Why the program has high expectations ahead of its game vs FAMU
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‘It’s championship time’: Why Southern baseball enters SWAC Tournament with high expectations
Southern baseball has its sights on a championship trophy entering the SWAC Tournament. No. 7 Southern plays its first game in the SWAC Tournament against No. 2 Florida A&M.
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May 21, 2025 at 2:30 PM
"It’s championship time. We talked about playing for a championship all year long."
The SWAC Tournament begins today and Southern baseball believe it is more than capable of capturing it.
Why the program has high expectations ahead of its game vs FAMU
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The SWAC Tournament begins today and Southern baseball believe it is more than capable of capturing it.
Why the program has high expectations ahead of its game vs FAMU
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Former LSU guard Curtis Givens III is going back to his hometown, committing to Memphis and coach Penny Hardaway from the transfer portal
STORY: www.nola.com/sports/lsu/c...
STORY: www.nola.com/sports/lsu/c...
Former LSU guard Curtis Givens has made a decision on where he's transferring
Find out where LSU freshman Curtis Givens landed after entering the transfer portal.
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May 20, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Former LSU guard Curtis Givens III is going back to his hometown, committing to Memphis and coach Penny Hardaway from the transfer portal
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STORY: www.nola.com/sports/lsu/c...
"I was scared ... It was like my mind was playing games with me."
From being the fastest from his country since he was 14 to overcoming a "mental block," LSU track's Jaiden Reid is ready for redemption at the outdoor SEC championships
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From being the fastest from his country since he was 14 to overcoming a "mental block," LSU track's Jaiden Reid is ready for redemption at the outdoor SEC championships
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'I want to put my country on the map': How LSU track's Jaiden Reid excelled after setback
Jaiden Reid is one of LSU's track and field stars set to compete in the outdoor SEC Championships. He's also motivated to represent the Cayman Islands.
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May 15, 2025 at 1:30 PM
"I was scared ... It was like my mind was playing games with me."
From being the fastest from his country since he was 14 to overcoming a "mental block," LSU track's Jaiden Reid is ready for redemption at the outdoor SEC championships
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From being the fastest from his country since he was 14 to overcoming a "mental block," LSU track's Jaiden Reid is ready for redemption at the outdoor SEC championships
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Reposted by Toyloy Brown III
NEW: Against left-handed pitching last week, #LSU was just 18 for 84 with 24 Ks.
Versus Tennessee the week before? 3 for 36. The series prior to that against Alabama? 7 for 39.
“The best teams always have left-handed hitting and left-handed pitching.”
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Versus Tennessee the week before? 3 for 36. The series prior to that against Alabama? 7 for 39.
“The best teams always have left-handed hitting and left-handed pitching.”
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How left-handed pitching has contributed to LSU baseball's offensive troubles in SEC play
LSU baseball is struggling against SEC left-handed pitching. Here's how big of a problem it's been.
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May 9, 2025 at 2:24 PM
NEW: Against left-handed pitching last week, #LSU was just 18 for 84 with 24 Ks.
Versus Tennessee the week before? 3 for 36. The series prior to that against Alabama? 7 for 39.
“The best teams always have left-handed hitting and left-handed pitching.”
www.nola.com/sports/lsu/l...
Versus Tennessee the week before? 3 for 36. The series prior to that against Alabama? 7 for 39.
“The best teams always have left-handed hitting and left-handed pitching.”
www.nola.com/sports/lsu/l...
Nick Luckett is the smallest Southern baseball player.
He's also the oldest, redshirting his 1st year after a 2nd knee injury in 3 years.
Injuries could only delay his stardom — one that was molded by loyalty, patience and persistence
STORY: www.nola.com/sports/colle...
He's also the oldest, redshirting his 1st year after a 2nd knee injury in 3 years.
Injuries could only delay his stardom — one that was molded by loyalty, patience and persistence
STORY: www.nola.com/sports/colle...
Nick Luckett’s stardom at Southern baseball and status as ‘Unc’ five years in the making
Nick Luckett is a rarity in college athletics. After injury and limited play, ha remained with Southern baseball and has found stardom in his fifth season.
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May 8, 2025 at 1:42 PM
Nick Luckett is the smallest Southern baseball player.
He's also the oldest, redshirting his 1st year after a 2nd knee injury in 3 years.
Injuries could only delay his stardom — one that was molded by loyalty, patience and persistence
STORY: www.nola.com/sports/colle...
He's also the oldest, redshirting his 1st year after a 2nd knee injury in 3 years.
Injuries could only delay his stardom — one that was molded by loyalty, patience and persistence
STORY: www.nola.com/sports/colle...
Ron Zipper, 22, is the newest addition to LSU men's basketball.
The 6-4 guard from Israel averaged 11.1 points and shot 38% from 3 in a pro league.
Significant addition for Matt McMahon and Co. ⬇️
Story: www.nola.com/sports/lsu/l...
The 6-4 guard from Israel averaged 11.1 points and shot 38% from 3 in a pro league.
Significant addition for Matt McMahon and Co. ⬇️
Story: www.nola.com/sports/lsu/l...
May 3, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Ron Zipper, 22, is the newest addition to LSU men's basketball.
The 6-4 guard from Israel averaged 11.1 points and shot 38% from 3 in a pro league.
Significant addition for Matt McMahon and Co. ⬇️
Story: www.nola.com/sports/lsu/l...
The 6-4 guard from Israel averaged 11.1 points and shot 38% from 3 in a pro league.
Significant addition for Matt McMahon and Co. ⬇️
Story: www.nola.com/sports/lsu/l...
LSU basketball welcomes a high-level 3-point shooter in PJ Carter from Memphis.
"He is a perfect fit with our point guards and forwards because of his ability to shoot the ball ... We are excited to add his experience and shot-making." ⬇️
Story: www.nola.com/sports/lsu/l...
"He is a perfect fit with our point guards and forwards because of his ability to shoot the ball ... We are excited to add his experience and shot-making." ⬇️
Story: www.nola.com/sports/lsu/l...
LSU basketball has added an elite shooting guard from the transfer portal
LSU coach Matt McMahon continues to bolster his roster for the 2025-26 season.
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May 2, 2025 at 7:04 PM
LSU basketball welcomes a high-level 3-point shooter in PJ Carter from Memphis.
"He is a perfect fit with our point guards and forwards because of his ability to shoot the ball ... We are excited to add his experience and shot-making." ⬇️
Story: www.nola.com/sports/lsu/l...
"He is a perfect fit with our point guards and forwards because of his ability to shoot the ball ... We are excited to add his experience and shot-making." ⬇️
Story: www.nola.com/sports/lsu/l...
Coach Matt McMahon on the addition of UC Davis transfer Pablo Tamba:
"We are excited to welcome PabloTamba to LSU for his final college season. His versatility, athleticism, and skill level will fit in well with our front court. We love his impact ...
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"We are excited to welcome PabloTamba to LSU for his final college season. His versatility, athleticism, and skill level will fit in well with our front court. We love his impact ...
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LSU basketball has added an athletic 6-foot-7 forward in the transfer portal
LSU men's basketball added an athletic 6-foot-7 forward in the transfer portal.
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May 1, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Coach Matt McMahon on the addition of UC Davis transfer Pablo Tamba:
"We are excited to welcome PabloTamba to LSU for his final college season. His versatility, athleticism, and skill level will fit in well with our front court. We love his impact ...
Story: www.nola.com/sports/lsu/l...
"We are excited to welcome PabloTamba to LSU for his final college season. His versatility, athleticism, and skill level will fit in well with our front court. We love his impact ...
Story: www.nola.com/sports/lsu/l...
LSU basketball just added athletic 6-7 forward Pablo Tamba from the transfer portal.
Learn more about the Málaga, Spain native
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Learn more about the Málaga, Spain native
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April 30, 2025 at 8:05 PM
LSU basketball just added athletic 6-7 forward Pablo Tamba from the transfer portal.
Learn more about the Málaga, Spain native
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Learn more about the Málaga, Spain native
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"It's not gonna happen overnight, but then I don't think we're too far to the type of basketball I think fans want to see."
New LSU men's basketball general manager Ronald Dupree on his role w/program and his collaboration w/Matt McMahon
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New LSU men's basketball general manager Ronald Dupree on his role w/program and his collaboration w/Matt McMahon
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New LSU general manager Ronald Dupree details his role in Matt McMahon's program
LSU general manager Ronald Dupree and head coach Matt McMahon shared significant insight into how the two men will work together.
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April 21, 2025 at 4:30 PM
"It's not gonna happen overnight, but then I don't think we're too far to the type of basketball I think fans want to see."
New LSU men's basketball general manager Ronald Dupree on his role w/program and his collaboration w/Matt McMahon
Story: www.nola.com/sports/lsu/l...
New LSU men's basketball general manager Ronald Dupree on his role w/program and his collaboration w/Matt McMahon
Story: www.nola.com/sports/lsu/l...