Just two days after missing out on a conference championship, first-year LSU women’s basketball coach Nikki Caldwell received a different bundle of joy, giving birth to her first child Tuesday morning, LSU announced.
Justice Simone Fargas was born at 5:44 a.m., weighing in at 6 pounds, 15 ounces and 19 3/4 inches long. Both Caldwell, 39, and Justice are in good health, according to a news release. The baby’s father is Justin Fargas, former NFL running back and Caldwell’s longtime boyfriend.
“We are doing great and excited about this beautiful moment in our lives,” Caldwell said in a news release. “Being a mother has always been a dream of mine. Justin and I want to thank everyone for the outpouring of support from our LSU family and fans. I will be back on the court soon.”
The release also confirmed that Caldwell will coach in the NCAA Tournament if LSU earns a spot. The appearance would be LSU’s 21st all-time appearance and first since 2010.
LSU will discover its seed in the NCAA Tournament when the field of 64 is announced March 12. The Lady Tigers are hosting the first and second rounds in the PMAC and will play at either 4 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. on March 18.
 
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