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Two years after watching his brother compete at nationals, Diamante Gumbs is taking his turn at nationals, as he is one of many Northwestern State athletes competing at nationals which began Wednesday. Photo by Chris Reich, NSU Photographic Services

Two years after watching his brother compete at nationals, Diamante Gumbs is taking his turn at nationals, as he is one of many Northwestern State athletes competing at nationals which began Wednesday. Photo by Chris Reich, NSU Photographic Services

NSU athletes are aiming for personal best at nationals

News Staff
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
Two seasons ago Northwestern State thrower Diamante Gumbs traveled to Eugene to cheer on twin brother Djimon Gumbs when Djimon competed at nationals in both shot put and discus.
“Pistol” Pete Maravich scoring two of his 3,667 points with the LSU Tigers against the Florida Gators. Photo by John Musemeche.

“Pistol” Pete Maravich scoring two of his 3,667 points with the LSU Tigers against the Florida Gators. Photo by John Musemeche.

Pistol Pete exhibit will open this month at Sports Hall of Fame

News Staff
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
The 2024 Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame induction reception will have a special flair this year as the Louisiana State Museum and Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser celebrate the opening of Showtime: LSU’s Spectacular Pistol Pete, a new exhibit showcasing the incredible career of Pete Maravich...

We Elite is fast approaching

News Staff
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
We Elite presents the 2nd annual showdown June 15-16 at Natchitoches Jr. High. The showdown is open to 9U to 17U boys and girls. Three games are guaranteed, with a championship t-shirt and trophy awarded.

We Elite showdown is around the corner

News Staff
Friday, May 31, 2024
We Elite presents the 2nd annual showdown June 15-16 at Natchitoches Jr. High. The showdown is open to 9U to 17U boys and girls. Three games are guaranteed, with a championship tshirt and trophy awarded.

Pool at NSU complex opens this weekend

News Staff
Friday, May 31, 2024
The pool at Northwestern State University Recreation Complex will open at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 2. Hours will be 2-7 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday. The pool will be closed Mondays.NSU faculty/staff memberships are available for $160 (individual) and $200 (family).
Sanaria Butler was a part of two Southland Conference records broken Saturday at the NCAA East Regionals, including being a part of the women’s 4x400 relay team that ran a blistering 3:29.22 to earn a spot at nationals. Photo by Prentice James

Sanaria Butler was a part of two Southland Conference records broken Saturday at the NCAA East Regionals, including being a part of the women’s 4x400 relay team that ran a blistering 3:29.22 to earn a spot at nationals. Photo by Prentice James

Northwestern women’s relay team joins men at nationals

News Staff
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
They’ve got a lot of speed down there at Northwestern State.”ESPN+ broadcaster Noah Frary stated what everybody in the Southland Conference and the region already knew.To cap off the meet, the women’s 4x400 relay team smashed the school and conference record, clocking a 3:29.
Zachaeus Beard (second from left) earned a spot at nationals in both the 100-meter dash and as a member of the 4x100 relay, along with Keontae Gaines (far left). Photo by Prentice James

Zachaeus Beard (second from left) earned a spot at nationals in both the 100-meter dash and as a member of the 4x100 relay, along with Keontae Gaines (far left). Photo by Prentice James

Beard, Gumbs, 4x100 relay team punch ticket to nationals

News Staff
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
You might as well call Eugene, Oregon, ‘Natchitoches West.’Zachaeus Beard and Diamante Gumbs, as well as the 4x100 relay team, all earned trips to nationals in Oregon, highlighting a strong day from the men’s Northwestern State track and field team Friday on the campus of the University of Kentucky.
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