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Iota advances with 10-2 win

IOTA – The Lady Bulldogs jumped out to an early lead and Iota exploded for six runs in the third inning as they rolled to a 10-2 win over Jennings in the first round of the Class 3-A softball playoffs.

Bobcats retire Burson’s jersey

The Eunice High baseball program held a ceremony Sunday to retire long-time assistant coach John Burson’s jersey. From left, are Willie Burson, John Burson, Sandifer Burson and Brian Snorgrass. (Photos by Tom Dodge)

Five Blue Jays land on 5-1A team

District 5-1A play was controlled by North Central and the Hurricanes also dominated the All-District list. The top-seed in Class 1-A playoffs, the Hurricanes advanced to the state semifinals with wins over Sicily Island (94-25) and Tensas (79- 34) before falling to No.

Lady Bobcats, SEH open playoffs

The Eunice Lady Bobcats enter the Class 4-A playoffs celebrating a 21-5 overall record and co-District 4-4A championship. First-year head coach Trenon Trosclair said he is thrilled that the Lady Cats performed so well this season.

Cisse signs with Northwestern

After a prolific career at LSU Eunice, Jonathan Cisse signed on Wednesday with Northwestern State. It is the first day of the spring signing period for the NCAA.

LSUA Economic Dashboard reports employment strong

ALEXANDRIA — The Louisiana State University of Alexandria College of Business released its April 2021 issue of the CENLA Economic Dashboard. “Central Louisiana’s economy is doing well in terms of employment, housing, and travel,” said Dr. Randall Dupont, Dean of the LSUA College of Business.

Lady Jays cruise on Senior Day

The Lady Jays celebrated Senior Day as St. Edmund cruised to a 15-1 win over the Crowley Ladies.

Lady Cats grab share of District 4-4A title

The Lady Bobcats were named District 4-4A cochampions as Eunice rolled to an 11-1 win over Washington-Marion. Eunice (21-5, 7-1) split games with North Vermilion in the battle for the district championship.

SEH, Vikings tie on courts

St. Edmund and Avoyelles Public Charter battled to a 3-3 tie in Monday’s tennis action.