LAKE CHARLES — The Lake Charles Gumbeaux Gators are excited to announce the hiring of Barry Manuel as the team’s head coach for the 2025 season.
A native of Mamou, Manuel’s baseball career began at Mamou High School before continuing at Louisiana State University under the legendary Skip Bertman. As a key player for the LSU Tigers from 1984 to 1987, Manuel was part of the first LSU team t...