Jim Gazzolo

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Published 10:08 am Monday, June 16, 2025 For 42 long minutes late Sunday afternoon, McNeese State was at the center of the storm in the golfing world. As rain fell and the sun set on the Oakmont Country Club, former Cowboy Robert MacIntyre’s star continued to shine brighter and brighter.

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Published 2:16 pm Friday, June 13, 2025 When it comes to dealing with the House settlement, not all Southland Conference programs are alike. Three of the league’s schools are expected to opt out of the agreement in the first season, as the conference appears split on how to proceed with the 10-year, $2.8 billion settlement that takes effect on July 1. “Each institution has to do what is in the best interest of them and their student/athletes,” said Thomas Samuel, SLC Deputy Commissioner.

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Published 2:39 pm Thursday, June 12, 2025 It has been five years since the devastation. Five long years of rehabilitation. Now, McNeese hopes it’s ready for domination. “I think we are in the best position we have ever been in,” proclaims Athletic Director Heath Schroyer. Of course, he has always been the program’s biggest cheerleader, so that should be taken into consideration. However, as summer workouts get into full swing in the major sports, he might not be wrong.

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Published 2:25 pm Thursday, June 12, 2025 While James Landreneau will have an entirely new coaching staff next year, most of the names will be very familiar to Cowgirl fans. The McNeese State head softball coach announced his staff for next season Thursday, with four of the five being former Cowgirls themselves. Landreneau also confirmed the signing of Arkansas transfer Rylee Cloud, who signed with McNeese on Wednesday.

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Published 2:34 pm Tuesday, June 10, 2025 Last November, the Cowboys used a trip to the U.S. Virgin Islands to help build the camaraderie that led to a historic season. McNeese State hopes to do that again this year. The Cowboys will be the headline act at the four-team field for the 2025 Cayman Islands Classic, which runs November 23-25. “We’re thrilled to participate in such a prestigious event, set in one of the most beautiful locations in the world,” said McNeese head coach Bill Armstrong.