KG writes about Ashley's wedding and her Lady Tiger legacy!

KATERINE GRAHAM: Saturday, June 26th I had the privilege of attending the wedding ceremony of a two former LSU Tigers; former Lady Tiger Ashley Thomas and former football player for the National Championship team Tremaine Johnson. The ceremony and reception both took place on campus and was heavily influenced with Louisiana tradition. An intimate wedding was marvelous to say the least...everything was absolutely gorgeous, especially Ashley's wedding gown, and Tremaine cleaned up nice as well - LOL!

 

At the reception the Louisiana tradition was evident when the wedding party was introduced doing the second line while everyone else was seated waving white clothes engraved with, "Laissez Les Bon Temps Roulez" which means let the good times roll, and roll they did. At the reception Quianna Chaney, Rashonta "Tae Tae" LaBlanc, Florance Williams, Latear Eason, Courtney Jones, LaSondra "Boogie" Barrett and myself was able to share a table and talk about our Lady Tiger experiences.

 

As I sat there I was elated with joy for Ashley and began thinking about all the things she has helped me with during my tenure at LSU. I remember the times as a freshman when I did not know if she liked me or not. She has a very serious demeanor on the court and taught me how important doing the little things were.

 

Ashley was never the person to get a lot of the attention for her play, but in my opinion she was a HUGE key to the team's success. I would always say, "A-Town is always in the right place at the right time." Later I realized it was just because she played EXTREMELY hard, and was able to think the game which helped her become the player she was. Off the court I have turned to her for advise academically, and personally with future plans. She has shown me the importance of dedication in the class room as well as on the court which will allow you great opportunities in the job market.

 

When we lost nine seniors my freshman year, Ashley was named as the graduate assistant and helped bridge the gap between the past to the present and help with the learning curve of the basketball concepts. Although she is a post player I guess I can say she was a great role model - LOL! (that one was for Coach Starkey)

 

Ashley "A-Town" Johnson is the true meaning of a Lady Tiger and I am thankful for her leadership, knowledge, patience and understanding. Congratulations to them both again and wishing them the best wishes on their fairytale story forever and ever!

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Posted by Bob Starkey