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LSU defense eager to face freshman QB after injury to senior Brantley

By Scott Branson
Sports Contributor
October 6, 2011

The Tigers' No. 1 ranking will hang in the balance Saturday when LSU hosts No. 17 Florida in the most recent chapter of the teams' storied rivalry. If last year's contest is any indication, it could be...

Jefferson trained unofficially while suspended

By Michael Gegenheimer
Sports Contributor
October 6, 2011

Despite not being allowed to participate in official team practices, senior quarterback Jordan Jefferson continued to workout throughout his suspension. Jefferson had access to the football facilities...

Hebert, Ware and Loston back from injuries

By Albert Burford
Sports Contributor
October 6, 2011

LSU football coach Les Miles said senior offensive lineman T-Bob Hebert, sophomore running back Spencer Ware and sophomore safety Craig Loston have returned to practice and will be ready to play this weekend. Hebert...

SEC athletic directors meet to discuss A&M, 2012 schedule

By The Associated Press
October 6, 2011

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — SEC athletic directors and Commissioner Mike Slive met Wednesday to discuss the logistics of Texas A&M's entry as the 13th member even though No. 14 might soon be on its...

Nine position changes result in speedier Tiger defense

By Mark Clements
October 6, 2011

Speed kills. That seems to be the mindset of LSU defensive coordinator John Chavis every offseason. Nearly every player on the current defensive line came to LSU listed as a different position. Nine different...

Freshman pitcher Aaron Nola pitches the ball during practice Wednesday.

Nola brothers share LSU uniform, competitive rivalry

By Chris Abshire
Sports Writer
October 6, 2011

Brotherly love doesn't always extend between the lines on a baseball diamond. Freshman pitcher Aaron Nola learned that the hard way when his older brother, senior shortstop Austin Nola, nearly went yard...

Two Lady Tigers chosen for amateur championship

By Morgan Wampold
Sports Contributor
October 6, 2011

Sophomore golfer Austin Ernst and freshman golfer Madeline Sagstrom made the list of 80 players from 20 countries competing in this year's Spirit International Amateur Golf Championship in Trinity, Texas. Ernst,...

New Gold UREC leagues provide fiercer competition

By Alex Cassara
Sports Contributor
October 5, 2011

LSU University Recreation has long provided intramural sports as a way for students to keep their competitive flames alight. Starting this semester, the complex appeased those whose flames burn a little...

Discussion begun to construct lot, garage at old Tiger Park

By Hunter Paniagua
Sports Writer
October 5, 2011

Although the LSU softball team hasn't played in the old Tiger Park since 2008, the site still stands, filled with trash cans and debris instead of players and fans. But construction crews will soon clear...

Florida speedsters pose dangerous threat to Tiger defense

By Scott Branson
Sports Contributor
October 4, 2011

Alabama's defensive performance Saturday against Florida displayed that the Gators' two most dangerous playmakers are, at the least, containable. Florida senior running backs Chris Rainey and Jeff Demps...

Alfred Blue loses home in fire

By Staff Reports
October 4, 2011

Sophomore running back Alfred Blue has experienced success on the field lately, with a 72-yard rushing game against Kentucky last weekend. But outside of football, Blue went through a recent setback when...

Chancellor Martin discusses realignment, Knight Commission

By Hunter Paniagua
Sports Writer
October 4, 2011

"The institution's president or chancellor is responsible for the administration of all aspects of the athletics there." KNIGHT COMMISSION One part of Martin's athletic involvement includes his membership...