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Lafayette man dead after boating incident

Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries enforcement agents are investigating a fatal boating incident that occurred in Catahoula Parish on Sunday. The body of Kevin E. Evans, 50, of Lafayette, was turned over to the Catahoula Parish Coroner’s Office to determine an official cause of death.

Jays visit Bearcats

The rivalry has been renewed as St. Edmund travels to Basile Friday night. “This is more than just another game,” St. Edmund head coach James Shiver said. “This is huge rivalry and special game for both schools.” The Blue Jays and Bearcats first played each in 1961 and St.

Bobcats face rival Jennings

The rivalry between Eunice High and Jennings continues this week as the Bulldogs visit Bobcat Field. “Anytime you get the Cats and the Dogs together it is a battle, “ Eunice head coach Andre Vige said. “Ever since 1982 that has become our most known rivalry.

Blue Jays down Warriors

The St. Edmund Blue Jays opened the season with a convincing 35-8 win over the Oakdale Warriors. “It is great to win the season opener,” St. Edmund James Shiver. “We had a great night on offense and the defense played lights’ out.

Vikings stun Bobcats, 26-12

By Tom Dodge Sports Editor Opelousas Catholic scored twice in the final two minutes as the Vikings earned a 26-12 over the Eunice Bobcats. It was a defensive battle in the first quarter as both teams exchanged punts to open the game.

Lady Jays look for strong volleyball season

Last year, the St. Edmund volleyball program earned a playoff spot in just their second season of varsity competition. Even with just two seniors, St. Edmund head coach Barry Manuel said the Lady Jays are working to grab their first playoff win this year.

Bobcats to face OC in opener

Eunice High looks to grab its first win of the season Friday when Opelousas Catholic visits Bobcat Field. “We are looking for starting the season,” Eunice head coach Andre Vige said. “It will be a great atmosphere as we face a good team that we don’t play that often.

Blue Jays, Warriors clash in opener

St. Edmund opens the season at home Friday against the Oakdale Warriors. “You don’t get a second chance to make a first impression,” St. Edmund head coach James Shiver said. “It is our first game of the year and I expect our guys to perform well.

Blue Jays shut out Eagles, 3-0

The St. Edmund defense recorded a shutout and the special teams made a crucial kick as the Blue Jays earned a 3-0 win over Vermilion Catholic Friday in the Joe Nagata Memorial jamboree. “We had a lot of little mistakes,” St. Edmund head coach James Shiver said after the win.

Bulldogs down Bobcats

Turnovers proved to the difference as Iota grabbed a 21-6 win over Eunice Thursday in the Joe Nagata Memorial jamboree held at Bobcat Field. “I saw a young team for the first time under the lights,” Eunice head coach Andre Vige said.