Sports

Lady Bobcats have historic season

The high school volleyball playoffs began this week and four local teams advanced to the post season. No. 22 Eunice High fell 3-0 to No. 11 Haynes Academy on Tuesday. The Lady Bobcats set a school record at 22-9 overall.

Bobcats down Patriots

By Tom Dodge Sports Editor MAURICE – The Bobcats jumped out to a 26-0 first half advantage as Eunice cruised to a 33-14 win over North Vermilion. Eunice (5-4, 2-1) will close out the regular season against LaGrange Friday for Senior Night.

Blue Jays run past Crusaders, 28-8

St. Edmund moved up in the district standings as the Blue Jays earned a 28-8 win over Westminster Christian Academy Thursday on Senior Night. St. Edmund (6-3, 2-2) closes the regular Friday at Catholic High of Pointe Coupee. “This was a must win for us and the boys knew it,” St.

Lady Bobcats celebrate Senior Night

Eunice High volleyball recognized its seniors on Tuesday prior to the Lady Bobcats’ contest against Washington-Marion. From left, are Sophie Vidrine, Rylea Gradney, head coach Wayne Fontenot, Madison Freeman and Allison Freeman. The Lady Cats won 25-10, 25-10 and 25-16.

Manuel enters EHS Sports Hall of Fame

Charles Manuel earned all-state honors as a Bobcat lineman. He is now a member of the Eunice High Sports Hall of Fame. His daughter, Monica Daville, said her father played football and participated in rodeo while he was in high school.

Bobcats visit Patriots for district clash

The Bobcats won their last two games to improve to 4-4 on the season. With wins over North Vermilion and LaGrange, Eunice will be in great position to open the playoffs at Bobcat Field. Eunice is presently No. 16 in the LHSAA Class 4-A power rankings.

Jays to face Crusaders on Senior Night

With the hopes of a district title erased, the Blue Jays still have a chance to start the playoffs with a first round home game. St. Edmund is presently No. 11 in the LHSAA Division IV power rankings. The top eight teams will host to open the playoffs.

Lady Jays volleyball celebrates Senior Night

St. Edmund volleyball recognized its seniors on Wednesday prior to the Lady Jays’ contest against Vinton. From left, are Audry Chaumont, coach Barry Manuel and Susannah Summerlin. (Photo by Tom Dodge)

Lafleur joins EHS Sports Hall of Fame

John Lauris “Lawman” Lafleur was a legendary Bobcat basketball player. This week, he became the newest member of the Eunice High Sports Hall of Fame. A 1972 EHS graduate, Lafleur died on April 25, 2006.

Trojans grab win over Jays

It was more than just bragging rights Friday night when the Trojans and Blue Jays met on the football field. Sacred Heart remained in first place in District 5-1A with a dominating 40-7 win over rival St. Edmund.