Cox Sports Television, which has provided highlight shows reviewing the LSHOF Induction Celebration for 15 years, is launching live coverage of the two major events for the first time.
June 2018
Reggie Wayne’s diamond dreams gave way to fabulous football talent
By Joel Erickson
Written for the LSWA
Reggie Wayne left such an indelible mark on his teams that it’s hard to imagine him playing for anybody else.
Irrepressible tennis coach Jerry Simmons always aimed for the sky
By Bruce Brown
Written for the LSWA
Jerry Simmons knew it was risky, but it was a risk worth taking.
Toughness, tenacity, talent led to Brandon Stokley’s unique notification
By Dan McDonald
Written for the LSWA
Hundreds of athletes and prominent sports figures have been enshrined in the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame in its 60 years of existence. None of them found out about their upcoming induction in the manner than Brandon Stokley did.
Inaugural LSHOF 70’s Disco Bowling Bash set for Friday afternoon of Induction Weekend
The Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame Induction Celebrations began in Natchitoches in 1972, and so appropriately, the 2018 festivities are going retro Friday, June 29.
June 25, 2018
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Inaugural LSHOF 70’s Disco Bowling Bash set for Friday afternoon of Induction Weekend
Alexandria’s OakWing Club set to host 2018 Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame Golf Classic
The four-person scramble format includes an option to form a three-golfer group teamed with a Louisiana sports star, including Hall of Fame members.
Paul Candies had a need for speed, a knack for success
By Lori Lyons
Written for the LSWA
Paul Candies may have made his fortune on the water with his ever-growing fleet of tugboats, but he earned his fame and notoriety on land with a bunch of really fast cars.
The Wright stuff: Championship success has been constant theme for Larry Wright
By Paul Letlow
Written for the LSWA
Larry Wright’s epic basketball journeys always seemed to reach the same destination.
Cool Hand Lewie’s competitive spirit Cooks up Hall-worthy coaching career
By Kevin Foote
Written for the LSWA
Many successful coaches in his sport are football minds who become great leaders.
Friday night of Induction Weekend features music, fireworks and VIP perks on Cane River
The Rockin’ River Fest, presented by Rapides Regional Medical Center, is a free concert and festival beginning at Friday, June 29th at 6 p.m. and running until 10:30 at the Rue Beauport Riverfront stage, featuring amphitheater seating for 1,000.
June 21, 2018
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Friday night of Induction Weekend features music, fireworks and VIP perks on Cane River
