LADY TIGER BREAST CANCER MESSAGE #3

Did you know that breast cancer is the most common cancer among African-American women? Know your risk, get screened, know what’s normal for you and make healthy lifestyle choices. Take action today! From the Lady Tigers – Champions for the Cure®.

Posted by Bob Starkey 

Webb becomes "3 Ball Machine"

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The following comes from Rachel Whitaker of the LSU Daily Reveille:

There's no doubt where LSU sophomore guard Adrienne Webb has found her niche this season ­— in 3-point land.

Webb showed signs of brilliance from beyond the arc as a freshman, finishing second to former guard Allison Hightower in 3-point shooting at 30.2 percent (26-of-86) in 30 games with no starts. This season, she has started all 21 games and made 55 of her 135 attempts from 3-point range (40.7 percent).

Her impressive performances have not gone unnoticed by LSU coach Van Chancellor. Chancellor said Webb is a bona fide "3-ball machine" and recognized her with a pat on the back at practice Tuesday.

"I don't believe I've ever had a player who's improved as much as Adrienne Webb has improved since last year," Chancellor said. "It's just been unbelievable. I'm really pleased for her; she's such a sweet person. She went all summer and really worked, which gives you confidence."

Webb, who has reached double figures 17 times this season, said she is not surprised by her production.

She leads LSU in scoring (13.8 points per game), field goals made (4.8), field goal attempts (11.4), 3-point field goals (2.6) and 3-point attempts (6.4).

"The coaches expect a lot from us," Webb said. "They expect us to work hard in the offseason, and that's what I did."

Freshman guard Jeanne Kenney has also come alive on the court. Kenney has played in every game and is No. 4 on the team in scoring with 6.6 points per game.

Kenney is No. 2 behind Webb in 3-point field goals with 27 (1.3 per game) and 3-point attempts with 82 (3.9).

"[Webb] and Kenney are what they are because they've shot a lot of shots," Chancellor said. "It's about practice in the offseason."

LSU FINISHES SEASON WITH ROAD TRIP

The Lady Tigers have won two straight games to begin their four-game homestand and will complete the stretch with games against Arkansas on Thursday and Georgia on Sunday.

But LSU will end the regular season with five of seven games on the road, so Chancellor has not hyped up the home games.

"I'm more worried about how we're playing, and we're playing better," Chancellor said. "It's nice to play at home; we had a great crowd here Sunday afternoon. An enthusiastic crowd can make a world of difference, but if you go to depending on that, it's not good for you when you have to go on the road."

EASON'S RETURN UNITES LADY TIGERS

LSU senior point guard Latear Eason did not light up the scoreboard in her return Thursday against Ole Miss after a concussion Jan. 6, only scoring two points. But she had four assists, and Chancellor said her presence is invaluable for the team in the heart of the SEC season.

"She's given us organization and glue," Chancellor said. "[Eason] has every intangible you can have. She inspires the coaches and teammates. They really believe in her."

Webb agreed: "Having [Eason] back on the court pumps us up to be our best."

Posted by Bob Starkey 

LADY TIGER BREAST CANCER MESSAGE #2

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You can get breast cancer even if you’re young and don’t have a family history of cancer.  No one knows what causes breast cancer, so we don’t know how to prevent it. But we do know if found early, there are more treatment options and a better chance of survival.  Know your normal and be a Champion for the Cure®.

Posted by Bob Starkey 

Candy Coburn to sing National Anthem and perform at halftime of our Pink Zone Game

Have you ever met a person who had such conviction in what she was doing, you felt moved?   When you looked at this person, did you feel she was right where she needed to be, doing what she was supposed to be doing?  Meet Candy Coburn.

Writing and recording the Susan G. Komen for the Cure anthem, ‘Pink Warrior,’ is without question the high point of my career. The song I wrote with some good Nashville friends is touching so many people, it amazes me. I have cancer survivors come up to me at shows and thank me for that song.”  The song, which can be downloaded on iTunes and 30 other sites, is a hit for survivors and many others all across the U.S.

Candy has recently released a new CD with major Nashville producer Joe Scaife (Montgomery Gentry/Gretchen Wilson).   Watch for it, listen for it…Better yet, go to iTunes now and download “Pink Warrior”.  All profits from sales of the song go to “Susan G. Komen for the Cure.”  Why?  Because Candy is not only infectious…she cares!

Candy Coburn singing "Pink Warrior" - http://bit.ly/RrDtN

Check out Candy's website: http://www.candycoburn.com/

See Candy live on Sunday in the PMAC at LSU battles Georgia at 4:00 PM!

Posted by Bob Starkey 

LADY TIGER BREAST CANCER MESSAGE #1

‎1 in 8 women in the U.S. will be diagnosed with breast cancer during her lifetime. But, the cure rate for early stage diagnosed breast cancer is 98%. Take charge of your breast health by knowing your risk, getting screened, knowing what is normal for you and making healthy lifestyle choices. Join the Lady Tigers – Champions for the Cure® and be a survivor!

Posted by Bob Starkey 

Lady Tigers alums enjoy Alumni Weekend Dinner in the Legends Lounge

Alumni Weekend was again a special time for our family to come together to celebrate the past, present and future.  One of these days we will video the weekend so many of the stories that are told cane be shared with all!  The photos above come the Alumni Dinner held Saturday night in the Legends Lounge overlooking the new practice facility. Thanks to the following Lady Tigers for participating this year:

 Tarleisha Miles, Allison Price, Rhonda Hawthorne, Delia Taylor, Cornelia Gayden, Florence Williams, Marie Ferdinand, Keia Howell, Andrea Williams, Erica Killum, Angelica Lodge, Angie Crockett, Lauren Butler, Ebonie Mathews, Ashley Darville, April Dozier, Temeka Johnson, Miriam Segar, Vanessa Jacobs, Bonita Johnson, Kisha James, April Brown, Paula Lee, Susan Gremillion, Estelle Guillory.

Posted by Bob Starkey 

Marie visits Lady Tigers at weights

KATHERINE GRAHAM: As we walked into weights from getting treatments in the training room, we were met with one of the most warm and inviting greetings we have ever received as a team. To our surprise Marie Ferdinand-Harris was standing in the middle of the weight room with Coach Starkey to meet us, as well as share some of her experiences and offer words of wisdom. The most common story we hear about Marie is about how great of a player she is, and how hard she worked during her four years at LSU. However, to my surprise we got a chance to see the wonderful personality she possesses. As we gathered around her, it was evident how much she loved this program, because of the smile on her face that never faded, as well as the energy and excitement she showed from just speaking about her time at LSU. One of the things that stood out the most about Marie was how important giving back to not only her family, but also to her community is. It was evident that Marie is using basketball as a tool to make sure others can benefit from her success and that is the epitome of the LADY TIGER WAY! I want to personally thank Marie for giving up some her personal time, to come and visit with us. It is always a great experience when former players come back and share some of their stories with us, because it gives us an opportunity to meet those that have paved the way for us to be where we are now.

Posted by Bob Starkey 

TO ALL OUR ALUMNI AND FANS!

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The LSU Lady Tiger basketball program would just like to take a few minutes to thank everyone for the tremendous love and support that we have received in 2010 and wish everyone a very Happy New Year!

Posted by Bob Starkey 

Video: Coach Chancellor, Taylor Turnbow Press Conference Following LSU Win at No. 9 UCLA

LSU head coach Van Chancellor and forward Taylor Turnbow addressed members of the Los Angeles media following LSU's thrilling 55-53 upset of No. 9 UCLA on Tuesday night in Pauley Pavilion. It was the Lady Tigers' sixth consecutive victory and eighth in nine tries. Meanwhile, the Bruins 10-game winning streak to start the season was snapped.


Posted by Bill Martin  

Happy Holidays!

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To all our alumni, fans and friends -- best wishes for a Happy Holiday Season!

Posted by Bob Starkey