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Louisiana softball falls to Seton Hall in Opener
LAFAYETTE — Louisiana softball suffered its first loss of the season Thursday night, falling 4-2 to Seton Hall at Yvette Girouard Field at Lamson Park.
The Ragin’ Cajuns struggled at the plate, going just 6-for-28, and issued eight walks in the circle. Despite their struggles, they had a chance to win in the final frame after loading the bases but were unable to drive in the necessary runs.
A victory would have been an ideal debut for head coach Alyson Habetz, but she was encouraged by her team’s resilience.
“The fact that we had a chance to win in the end, right? And even before getting on base, when we were down three runs, they didn’t fold,” Habetz said. “Nobody in the dugout thought we were going to lose. That’s what it’s about—always believing we’re going to find a way to win. I like that resilient piece of them. But we have to respond, come out with a game plan, get after hitters, play good defense, and get some timely hitting.”
After the game, Habetz emphasized to her team that what truly matters is their belief in themselves.
The Ragin’ Cajuns will need that confidence as they prepare for a major test on Friday, Feb. 7 against top-ranked Texas. First pitch is scheduled for 6:00 p.m.
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NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) – A driver died from a gunshot wound after a Louisiana State Police car chase in New Orleans Saturday evening (June 20), but troopers say they did not fire the gun.
Troop NOLA confirmed the car chase ended near Franklin Avenue and North Miro Street Saturday. Troopers said they found the driver shot and brought them to the hospital, where that person died.
The driver’s identity has not been released.
A Troop NOLA spokesperson said he could not confirm if anyone else was in the car, if anyone has been arrested, or if troopers found a gun.
A spokesperson said more details will be released as a state police force investigation continues.
Troop NOLA is a special investigation unit tasked with proactive policing, traffic enforcement and crime reduction.
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MONROE, La. (KNOE) – Shelby Bordelon of Iberville Parish was crowned Miss Louisiana 2026 Saturday night in Monroe, earning the title and a $15,000 scholarship. Bordelon, a graduate student at Southeastern Louisiana University, said the role is about more than pageantry, emphasizing the yearlong service mission tied to the crown.
“Part of the mission of this organization is the service behind it,” Bordelon said. “And the service is so important, you are serving your state for a year… having the opportunities to connect with others… to continue making an impact and leaving my mark on others as well.”
Bordelon, who finished first runner-up in last year’s competition, said the moment her name was called as the winner still hasn’t fully sunk in.
“It was every emotion you could think of that was running through my mind at that moment,” she said, adding she focused on preparation and perspective this year. “I really wanted to go into this year with no regrets… just really trusting in that mindset and that plan.”
Bordelon said she hopes to use her platform to raise awareness for her nonprofit, Claire’s Promise, which focuses on combating drunk driving.
You can learn more about the nonprofit here. She will now represent Louisiana at the Miss America Pageant, which begins in late August in West Palm Beach, Florida.
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