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THERESA PLAISANCE: I had a blast on my visit to Woodlawn Elementary School. First, I spoke to the kindergarden through second grade classes about the importance of getting a good education and how school comes before sports. I then answered some questions the students had. A second grade girl asked, “How tough are you?” With a huge smile on my face I answered, “Everyone thinks they’re tough until the first day of practice”. After the speaking and question and answer we had a little fun and played a crab walk game. We all had a good time, they were a great group of kids, and the visit really made me feel good. I left with a smile on my face and wondering when I would get a chance to go back.

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Mon, 11 Oct 2010 17:26:00 -0700 Temeka hits the golf course to help battle breast cancer http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/temeka-hits-the-golf-course-to-help-battle-br http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/temeka-hits-the-golf-course-to-help-battle-br

TEMEKA JOHNSON: Today was such a joyous day. I had the privilege and the honor to participate in this year's Women's Victory Open. Momma Sherie (Starkey) invited me to be a "celebrity putter" and despite my lack of golf experience I knew I wanted to support this terrific cause.  This event is put on to raise money for breast cancer for the women of the area. While there I learned that over the past eleven to twelve years there have been close to 1 million dollars that has been raised through this event. There were so many women there to support this fund raiser as well as participate in the Golfing. They all were having a blast. I saw so many women that have been breast cancer survivers for 1 year to as far as 24 years. I was amazed. To be in the presence of such strong, fighting, never gving up, supportive women, I couldnt ask for a better way to start off my Monday morning. These are the kind of event that one just enjoy doing. I was truly happy to be there!

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Mon, 11 Oct 2010 05:39:00 -0700 Lady Tiger alum Becca Hayes changing lives on medical mission trip http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/lady-tiger-alum-becca-hayes-changing-lives-on http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/lady-tiger-alum-becca-hayes-changing-lives-on

COACH STARKEY: The following comes from Becca Hayes, a Lady Tiger alum that is about to share a truly inspiring story with us:

 

Thanks Bob, for the opportunity to share my medical mission trip experience with you and the Lady Tiger family.  For those who don’t know me, I played for the Lady Tigers from 1987-1990.   The legendary Coach Sue Gunter recruited and coached me.  What a privilege it is to be able to say that. 

 

Fast forward 20 years…I am a pediatric intensive care nurse currently working at Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston, Texas.  I work primarily with post-operative congenital heart defect babies and children.  That is my specialty, and my passion is serving others through mission work.  So, when I was asked to join a very talented group of medical professionals to go to South America and combine those two things, I jumped at the opportunity.

 

On September 2, 2010, a group from both children’s hospitals in Houston (Children’s Memorial Hermann and Texas Children’s) traveled to Santa Cruz, Bolivia to do heart surgery for kids with congenital heart defects. We performed 11 cardiac caths and 12 open-heart surgeries over a 6-day period. Together we helped change 23 children’s lives as well as their families.  It only took $27,000 to put this mission trip together.  In the USA, that would cover the surgeon’s cost for one surgery in the average hospital.

 

There are no pediatric cardiovascular surgeons in Bolivia.  Our team consisted of 1 surgeon, 2 perfusionists, 3 anesthesiologists, 1 physician assistant, 1 scrub tech, 5 nurses, 2 cardiologists, 1 respiratory therapist, and 1 biomedical engineer.  We partnered with a private hospital in Santa Cruz called Incor, which gave up one week of paying patients to allow this to happen.  They donated their staff to assist us, their ICU beds and one of their surgical suites as well.  We brought all of our supplies and equipment, except a few major items.  Otherwise, it was a collaborative effort through and through.  The team was awesome.  I only knew 2 out of the 17 people before we departed Houston.  There was an instant bond with each and every one of the people.  It was much like being on a basketball team.  We all brought different skills to the court.  We had different roles to play, each one important and vital to the team’s success.  I know that my experience as a Lady Tiger prepared me for the work I do today.  I will always be grateful and proud to be a LSU Tiger. 

 

The families were so appreciative of the work we did. They gave us many hugs and kisses.  To know that the children would now have the opportunity to live relatively healthy lives with a normal life expectancy because of this surgery made it all worthwhile for me.  The Bolivians were the most gracious hosts.  We never had the opportunity to get hungry.  They fed us well and constantly.  We were able to jog/run every morning, thank goodness!  (Side bar:  One of the anesthesiologists was an Olympic miler for Spain in 1990.  He still runs and competes at a world-class level.  Let’s just say we all met at the same time every morning and some of us went farther and faster than others!)  Also, they gave us incredible accommodations. The Hotel Yotau’ was as nice as it gets in Santa Cruz.  President Clinton stayed there early in his presidency when he traveled to Bolivia for diplomatic reasons. They had many celebrations for us and we were treated like royalty.  It was pretty cool.  I haven’t felt like that since I was wearing the purple and gold!

 

In conclusion, I can say that it was one of the most incredible experiences I have ever had!

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Sun, 03 Oct 2010 09:03:00 -0700 Marie Ferdinand-Harris: Another Lady Tiger giving back to the community http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/marie-ferdinand-harris-another-lady-tiger-giv http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/marie-ferdinand-harris-another-lady-tiger-giv

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The following is an article written by Jeff B. Flinn, Editor of the Northeast Herald

It's a long way to the top, as they say — and Marie Ferdinand-Harris knows that as well as anyone. The guard for the WNBA's Los Angeles Sparks wants girls in the Judson School District to benefit from her message, her experience and her basketball skills.

“I started playing sports when I was in eighth grade and came from a family of seven kids, with a single mother working two jobs to make ends meet,' Ferdinand said. “I am where I am today ... because I didn't make excuses, I just found a way.”

Ferdinand left Miami Edison High School bound for LSU, where she became a three-year starter and a Kodak All-American, went to the WNBA and was later inducted into the LSU Sports Hall of Fame.

“I've always said, whenever I get to the pros and have the opportunity, I'm going to use sports as a vehicle to improve girls' playing abilities and help them shape their lives.”

The result is the Marie Ferdinand Basketball School of Excellence, which begins next week in the Judson School District.

The program begins with elementary students, age 8 and up, meeting for two hours every Monday at Masters Elementary. The middle school program meets for two hours on Tuesday and Saturday at Metzger Middle School. The high school-and-older group meets for two hours each Wednesday and Thursday at Judson High School.

Classes are limited to 30 girls per age grouping; registration costs $125 per player and forms are due Friday, available at www.marieferdinand.com.

“The classes are geared toward teaching the fundamentals; learning how to dribble left-handed, to do a left-handed layup, how to shoot properly,” said Ferdinand, in her fourth year with the WNBA's Los Angeles Sparks after a three-year stint with the San Antonio Silver Stars. “It's great to see kids develop their shot. You need to fall in love with shooting, the form, the technique, in the very beginning.”

As players achieve goals and begin to grow, they show more determination, she said, gaining a sense of discipline, and becoming more confident, becoming leaders — “all of these are skills I learned through basketball.”

“I'm so passionate about this. Basketball has done so much for me,” she said. “I want these girls to see that this is available to them, they can do the same thing as me.

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Tue, 14 Sep 2010 11:39:00 -0700 Coach Crenshaw serves as judge for Lady Tiger Depot http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/coach-crenshaw-serves-as-judge-for-lady-tiger http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/coach-crenshaw-serves-as-judge-for-lady-tiger

JONI CRENSHAW: This Saturday was a great day to be a part of the Lady Tiger Basketball program.  I started the morning by going with our team to visit sick children at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital.  It was very refreshing to see what an impact our team had on the patients there.  I also think it made our players realize how blessed they are to be in good health and have a sound mind.  I believe we all walked away from the hospital with a new sense of purpose and gratefulness. 

My next stop was to Lady Tiger Depot to be a judge for Ultimate Fan Day.  Every year they have an Ultimate Fan Contest where Tiger fans come dressed in their Tiger Best to show their school spirit and support for the athletic program.  I had a blast watching these Tiger Fans express their creativity and loyalty to the university.  The contestants made it really hard on the judging panel because each fan showed their spirit in a different way.  In the end Erin Schafer, a 23 year old graduate student at LSU was chosen as the Lady Tiger Depot Ultimate Fan.  She dresses up in a toga uniform for every home football game and in the students section she is known as “The Sparkly Girl”.  So be on the lookout for her at home games this year!!

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Mon, 13 Sep 2010 05:15:00 -0700 Lady Tigers visit children at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/lady-tigers-visit-children-at-our-lady-of-the-0 http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/lady-tigers-visit-children-at-our-lady-of-the-0

LASONDRA BARRETT: Saturday morning our team took a visit to Our Lady of the Lake Hospital to brighten the day of young children who are ill or hurt.  We saw children from the ages of 5 to 14 and greeted them with our prescence, a Lady Tiger basketball, and a Van Chancellor t-shirt.  It was amazing to see these young children with so much joy and energy, even though they are going through hard times.  Seeing them made me appreciate things such as my health and having the ability to play basketball.  These things can be so minor to people until they are taken away.  Each and everyone of the children at Our Lady of the Lake put a smile on each one of the Lady Tigers faces because they taught us that the small things we complain about aren't nearly as tough as the situation they are in.  I enjoyed the visit to the hospital and I look forward to many more in the future!!”

TAYLOR TURNBOW: "My experience at the hospital was remarkable and heartwarming. It was really inspirational. It made me want to do more with what I have and never forget to be thankful for what I have and where i come from." 

JEANNE KENNEY: "It was amazing to see how much kids look up to the lady tiger family.  Donovan is 14 yrs old and was speechless when we walked in. The joy that came to his face was the absolute best feeling in the world to me.”

THERESA PLAISANCE:After visiting the children's hospital yesterday I now appreciate even more my health and well being. I sometimes complain about how hard it is to be a student athlete with my hectic schedule and difficult workouts but now I realize how much of a gift it is just to be able to participate in these daily activities. My heart and prayers go out to all these children and their families. And seeing the happiness we brought to these children makes me want to do more to give back to the community.”

SWAYZE BLACK: “On Saturday, September 11 we got the chance to go to Our Lady of the Lakes Hospital to visit with the kids that were there. I really dislike going to hospitals but I can honestly say being able to visit those kids and make them smile at such a tough time was one of the best feelings in the world. I definitely enjoyed being there and I really admire how strong those kids are. It was such a great experience.”

 

ADRIENNE WEBB:Visiting the children in the hospital on Saturday  was a wonderful experience. It made me appreciate all the opportunities I didn't have to miss out on due to any illness or injury that these children are suffering from; and still with those illnesses and injuries these children know how to enjoy the precious life they had. I am greatly appreciative to have the opportunities that I have been presented with and happy that I was able to participate in the hospital visit on Saturday. These experience gave me a new perspective on enjoying the little things that life has to offer you.”

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Fri, 10 Sep 2010 05:25:00 -0700 Keia Howell making a difference through Basketball Without Borders http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/keia-howell-making-a-difference-through-baske http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/keia-howell-making-a-difference-through-baske

I recently returned from my second trip to Africa with the NBA's Basketball Without Borders program!! The program was started nearly a decade ago by Kim Bohuny, VP of International Affairs for the NBA. She and her asst VP, Brooks Meeks, are wonderful people and have become great friends of mine!  They do an outstanding job with the program and continue to make a difference in the lives of many.  The program not only promotes basketball throughout the world, but it also does an extensive amount of charity and humanitarian work as well. 

 

Last year we visited Johannesburg and Uganda in South Africa.  This year we traveled to Cape Verde and Dakar, Senegal, which are both in Western Africa. While there, we put on clinics for both boys and girls. All of the courts are outdoor which makes for very hot days but we had so much fun with the kids!! The biggest challenges with basketball are the facilities and lack of goals and balls. Even though alot of kids play without shoes, they love the game and are very eager to learn!  They are extremely competitive and take the games we play very seriously!!  A simple game of knock-out is serious business!!    

 

We were able to meet the President and other officials of Cape Verde as well as visit the US Embassy. They were very appreciative of the NBA for bringing the program to their island. They realize and recognize the difference that sports can play in childrens' lives as well as the opportunities that it can offer. Most schools don't have any sports programs but they hope that will change in the near future!  Cape Verde is such a beautiful island and I'm so thankful for the experience and for the love that was shown to us by the natives.....

 

From there, we went to Dakar where the first ever BWB camp for girls was held!! The program in Africa has always been for the top boys around the continent. Close to 100 boys are flown in for the camp where they receive coaching and instruction from top NBA players, coaches, scouts, and general managers.  It is an opportunity of a lifetime for these kids! Many of them end up in prep schools and colleges around the US!  So this was a very exciting time for the girls!  

 

40 girls from all around Senegal were able to participate in the 4 day camp. The girls were very excited and eager to learn!  In the gift bags from the league were probably the first pair of real basketball shoes that most of the girls have ever had.  I was highly impressed with the level of skill, fundamentals, and work ethic that these young ladies had. Although women are culturally shy and not very outspoken, they were aggressive on the court!  WNBA legend Tameka Raymond and I worked with the post players, while WNBA All-Star Nykesha Sales worked with the guards. They caught on very quickly to the drills and moves that we taught. It was a bit challenging since we had to use translators, (they speak French) but we managed!  The players and coaches were very appreciative and the girls worked extremely hard. We had so much fun and it an experience I won't ever forget!!!

 

The experience made me realize how blessed and fortunate we are to live in America where there are countless opportunities to achieve whatever dreams we have.  OPPORTUNITY. Something that we take for granted and the main reason everyone around the world wants to come to the US. I thought about what having the opportunity to play college basketball would mean in the lives of these girls. It would mean the chance to get a college education, the chance to have a job making more than cents a day, the opportunity to send money back home and feed an entire village for dollars a day, the opportunity that for most, no one in their family has ever had. The opportunity to inspire and to be a ray of hope for other girls in their country who aspire to do the same. 

 

I had to ask myself, did I appreciate the opportunity to play at LSU or did I take it for granted??  Sure, I did everything I was supposed to do.  I did well in school and I worked hard in practice.  But was that enough?  For us, if you're a good athlete, make decent grades and do enough to get by, we get a full ride, live in the nicest apartments on campus, travel first class, and have someone to assist us in whatever it is we need. Strength coaches, trainers, tutors, guidance counselors, the list goes on and on. But for those girls, the opportunity to play collegiate basketball are few and far between. Very few of them will ever have the opportunity to leave their native countries and will live in conditions that most of us wouldn't want to spend an hour in....  Trust me, I've seen it with my own eyes.   

 

I hope that by sharing my experiences, someone will be more appreciative of the things we all often take for granted . I'm so grateful for the opportunities I've had with Basketball Without Borders and the chance to travel the world and in some small way, make a difference.  I thank God for the experiences because they have changed my life forever!!!

 

We should all complain less and GIVE MORE.  Our time, talents, resources, and LOVE. It does make a difference!  

 

Keia Howell

Lady Tiger for Life!

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Fri, 10 Sep 2010 05:10:00 -0700 Kisha James takes enthusiastic ways to tailgating http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/kisha-james-takes-enthusiastic-ways-to-tailga http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/kisha-james-takes-enthusiastic-ways-to-tailga

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Tiger Stadium is but a hop, skip and a jump for a group of Cenla residents now living in the state capital.

 It was Pineville native Kisha James who got her group of friends involved with the "Krewe'd Awakening" tailgating club in Baton Rouge.

Readers may be familiar with James, as she was a standout high school athlete who signed on with the Lady Tigers basketball team as a red-shirt freshman. James was grand marshal of the Alexandria Mardi Gras Association parade in 2006. The year before that, her basketball jersey was retired at Pineville High School, prompting the City of Pineville to declare January 28 "Kisha James Day."

James has been a part of Krewe'd Awakening for eight years.

"I just kept the tradition (of tailgating) since I graduated," James said.

James, along with friends Tonya Gilchrist, formerly of Alexandria, and Aimee Welch former (Lady Tiger manager), formerly of Cottonport, are especially good at the partying aspect of tailgating. They admit they aren't big chefs.

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Fri, 03 Sep 2010 14:12:00 -0700 Lady Tiger staff participates in Shaquille O'Neal Golf Tournament http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/lady-tiger-staff-participates-in-shaquille-on http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/lady-tiger-staff-participates-in-shaquille-on

The LSU Lady Tiger staff including Travis Mays and Angela Jones spent the day at the Shaquille O'Neal Golf Tournament.  The annual event is held to raise money for the Shaquille O'Neal CHAMPS Life Skills Program and is always one of the feature golf events in Louisiana. Shaq was in rare form, no doubt still feeling good after defeating Charles Barkley in Shaq Vs.

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Wed, 01 Sep 2010 14:33:00 -0700 Angela and KG spend time with a special group -- The Capital Area Tigers http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/angela-and-kg-spend-time-with-a-special-group http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/angela-and-kg-spend-time-with-a-special-group

ANGELA JONES: Yesterday evening Katherine Graham (KG) and I had the wonderful opportunity of meeting with some of the Capital Area Tiger members.  It was a great experience for the both of us to just be able to talk, and get to know a part of the Lady Tiger support system.  It was also our great pleasure to have KG present Chico Moore, one of the members with a special gift on behalf of the Lady Tigers for his special hospitality with this year’s Summer Cookout.  The members were excited about the upcoming season and we look forward to seeing them pack the PMAC!!!!  We also, look forward to continuing our relationship with the Capital Area Tiger members and building the legacy of our great program! GEAUX TIGERS!

 

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Mon, 23 Aug 2010 06:27:00 -0700 Lady Tigers kick off year with CHAMPS Back to School Bash http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/lady-tigers-kick-off-year-with-champs-back-to http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/lady-tigers-kick-off-year-with-champs-back-to

As has become tradition at LSU, all student-athletes joined together for the annual CHAMPS Back to School Bash.  This year the event was held in the Carl Maddox Fieldhouse.  The event includes all the student-athletes from the various teams at LSU along with all the coaches and the administration at LSU.  Another keynote to the event is great food and there was a wonderful spread of bar-b-que for all to enjoy.  Athletic Director Joe Alleva kicked the evening off by welcoming all the student-athletes back and encouraging them to take full advantage of the many resources available to them to succeed.  Tiger Athletic Foundation CED General Ron Richard then took a moment to also welcome us all back while letting us know how hard they are working on our behalf.  From there is was on to the competitions for the night with all the student-athletes placed in selected teams.  This is a great way for them to get to know the other student-athletes from the other sports.  It was another great evening and were certainly owe a great deal of thanks to Mike Mallett and Jade Jenkins on all the people at CHAMPS for again helping us to start the school year in grand fasion!

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Tue, 10 Aug 2010 17:13:00 -0700 Chicago's Sylvia Fowles Receives WNBA Cares Community Assist Award for July http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/chicagos-sylvia-fowles-receives-wnba-cares-co http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/chicagos-sylvia-fowles-receives-wnba-cares-co

NEW YORK, Aug. 10, 2010 – The WNBA today honored Chicago Sky center Sylvia Fowles'  commitment to the community with its WNBA Cares Community Assist Award for July. Throughout the month, Fowles has played a leadership role in the team’s community outreach, including a recent partnership with Citizens United for Research in Epilepsy (CURE). She continues to be a positive role model for youngsters in Chicago and beyond.

Fowles’ personal experience with epilepsy— her young nephew, Morris, is fighting the disease— prompted her desire to get more involved with CURE, a nonprofit organization dedicated to finding a cure for epilepsy by raising funds for research and increasing public awareness. In June, the WNBA All-Star player reached out to the organization to see how she could help, an effort that resulted in the launch of a new partnership between the Sky and CURE. The Sky tipped off the partnership with a special ticket program for their home game against the New York Liberty on July 23 and donated a portion of the ticket sales to CURE. Following the game, Fowles hosted a special meet-and-greet to thank fans for their support and treated epilepsy sufferer Lauren Axelrod to a private tour of the Sky locker room, where she introduced her to teammates. 

“I am grateful that I am in a position to make a difference for those who struggle with epilepsy,” Fowles said. “I look forward to continuing to raise awareness and funding to find a cure for this devastating disease, and I encourage others to lend a helping hand.” 

To further lend her support, Fowles designed and purchased CURE-themed red silicon wristbands, which she wears during all games and has distributed to CURE members, teammates, family, and friends. Fowles plans to continue her efforts by filming a PSA with CURE and participating in a number of upcoming events hosted by the organization. 

The WNBA Cares Community Assist Award is presented monthly throughout the season to the player who best reflects the league’s passion for making a difference in the community. In recognition of Fowles’ charitable efforts, the WNBA is donating $5,000 to CURE on her behalf.

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Wed, 07 Jul 2010 05:58:00 -0700 Big Syl helping CURE: Citizens United for Research in Epilepsy http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/big-syl-helping-cure-citizens-united-for-rese http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/big-syl-helping-cure-citizens-united-for-rese

Join Sylvia Fowles and CURE: Citizens United for Research in Epilepsy for the Official Chicago Sky Friday, July 23 game against the New York Liberty!

Purchase tickets at http://tinyurl.com/CURE2010 and enter promo code CURE or contact Shelli Anderson:
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If you would like to make a donation to CURE: Citizens United for Research in Epilepsy with Sylvia, but cannot attend the game log onto: http://tinyurl.com/CUREdonate and select "in honor."

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Tue, 04 May 2010 21:07:00 -0700 Thanks to all the sponsors of the Lady Tiger Golf Classic http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/thanks-to-all-the-sponsors-of-the-lady-tiger-0 http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/thanks-to-all-the-sponsors-of-the-lady-tiger-0

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BRITTANY CAVALHIDO (5-7-10):

There is so much that is involved in the success of a golf tournament. For me, I was overwhelmed at the support of our many sponsors. The sponsorship helps us to raise money for our program while also keeping costs down. We have many sponsors that have been involved in our golf tournament for years but we also picked up some new sponsors as well. As a fan of Lady Tiger Basketball, the best way to say thanks to these sponsors is to purchase their products. To all of those who supported us -- THANKS YOU!

Atchafalaya Country Club
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Campus Federal
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Carter Plantation
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Copper Mill Country Club
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Embassy Suites
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Lady Tiger Depot
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Pelican Point Golf & Country Club
Red Stick Sports
Sherwood Dental Clinic
Southern BBQ
The Bluffs Country Club
Tiger Mania
Varsity Sports
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Tue, 04 May 2010 15:05:00 -0700 Big thanks to Mindy Hetzel and Southern BBQ! http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/big-thanks-to-mindy-hetzel-and-southern-bbq-0 http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/big-thanks-to-mindy-hetzel-and-southern-bbq-0
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Lunch for the golf tournament was donated by Southern BBQ! It was a huge hit with everyone! Mindy Hetzel with Southern BBQ was kind enough to come out and serve our participants! If you haven't tried Southern BBQ products you need to -- it is made right here in Louisiana and it is delicious! Southern BBQ is located in Jennings, LA. Their website is: www.SouthernBBQsauce.com

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Tue, 04 May 2010 14:51:00 -0700 Lady Tiger Golf Classic http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/lady-tiger-golf-classic-0 http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/lady-tiger-golf-classic-0

BRITTANY CARVALHIDO (5-4-10):
It was another beautiful day for this year’s Lady Tiger Golf Classic! Thanks to Mike Johnson and The LSU Golf Course for hosting our golf tournament! Kim Crane and Kelly Presley with The Lady Tiger Depot were our Title Sponsor! Ms. Jacqui Vines and Cox Communications were another corporate sponsor and came out to support the Lady Tigers again this year! Once again it was a huge success and the primary reason is directly linked to the support from the teams, hole sponsors and many others. We are looking forward to seeing all of you again next spring!

 

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Thu, 29 Apr 2010 00:20:00 -0700 Meek talks basketball and her HOPE Foundation http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/meek-talks-basketball-and-her-hope-foundation-0 http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/meek-talks-basketball-and-her-hope-foundation-0
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Here are just a few excerpts from a wonderful interview with Temeka Johnson. Make sure you click on the link: http://bit.ly/da6dfj to read it in it's entirety to see what Meek has to say about returning as a WNBA champion, playing overseas, her pro history, her time at LSU and her dedicated work to her HOPE Foundation.


You have started basketball very young, what made you try and love this sport?
Yes, I loved the game of basketball. Since the age of 6 I’ve been playing the sport. Both of my parents played it, so it was a game that really came natural to me.

From 2002 to 2005 you attended the Louisiana State University, how was this period for you? Is your Assist Pass Record still relevant?
My time at LSU was great. It started off with me sitting out my 1st year, but that allowed me to concentrate on my studies and also become a smarter player by observing the game. I still hold the LSU assist record.

You have a lot of websites such as Meek2.com , and MeeksHOPE.org , Meek Moments without to forget Facebook and Twitter why do so many websites? Family, friends, fans?
At first, I only had my Meek2.com site, but once I started my foundation, I wanted to have a separate presence on the web. We are relaunching the MeeksHOPE.org site during the WNBA season, so that will be a central place for fans to find out about me. The blog site was based on having a more current place where I could let my friends, family and fans know about what I was doing daily.

You also created your own foundation (MeeksHOPE.org) can you introduce it?
Yes, my foundation is called the HOPE Foundation, which stands for Heaven Opens People’s Eyes. It is a dream come true, as I get to help so many in need.

Why did you create this foundation?
My foundation has always been a goal of mine. I am where I am now, due to the support of my family and friends. Without them, I would not be here, so I want to give back and help out as many people as possible. Many people have stated that I give them hope to reach their dreams, so I want to actually assist them in their dreams and goals. Sometimes it’s a small thing that can help push or position a person for greatness. I love being able to help othersin need!

Did you have some great moments in your foundation? What is your next step, expectation?
Setting up the Jewel Johnson Scholarship fund in honor of my grandmother was one of my greatest moments with the HOPE Foundation. She meant so much to me and the students she taught, that I was proud to make this happen. In October I also had the Temeka Johnson Weekend in Baton Rouge, Kenner and New Orleans, where we hosted a number of charity events for the community. I was so proud to be able to do that. For next steps, we have a lot in store. We have a children’s book coming out, a charity basketball game, adopting more schools, and just growing the foundation. I am truly blessed.

Do you have teammates who come to help you?
Yes, I have teammates such as Ketia Swanier that have joined me with certain foundation events, but also other players. Sylvia Fowles (Chicago Sky) actually presented me with a $5,000 USD check to start the Jewel Johnson Scholarship fund. We all help each other, and also give signed items that help each of our foundations to raise the money needed to create more programs for those in need.

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Mon, 26 Apr 2010 15:10:00 -0700 Lady Tigers appear at Baton Rouge Zoo for BREC http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/lady-tigers-appear-at-baton-rouge-zoo-for-bre-0 http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/lady-tigers-appear-at-baton-rouge-zoo-for-bre-0
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COURTNEY JONES (4-17-10):
I had a blast at the zoo. I can't even remember the last time I went! After signing autographs we all decided to walk around to look at the animals. Honestly I had no idea what most animals were. It was a joy being able to be only feet away from them and experience them. I was really amazed at the Japanese Coy fish! They were HUGE and so colorful! I would love to go again one day!

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Wed, 10 Mar 2010 23:14:00 -0800 Allison names to SEC Community Service Team http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/allison-names-to-sec-community-service-team-0 http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/allison-names-to-sec-community-service-team-0
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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- LSU senior guard Allison Hightower has been recognized for her efforts in the community as she was named to the 2010 Southeastern Conference's Women's Basketball Community Service Team, the league office has announced.

In a continuing effort to recognize the accomplishments of student-athletes beyond the field of competition, the SEC once again highlighted a Community Service Team for women's basketball for the 2009-2010 season.

Hightower has played an important role in the Lady Tigers' community service efforts her entire career. She is a finalist for the Lowe's Senior CLASS Award, which recognizes excellence on and off the court. Fans can vote for Hightower at www.seniorclassaward.com/vote. Fans can text W7 to 74567 to vote for Hightower from mobile devices.

Hightower has visited Baton Rouge area schools and been a leader in the Lady Tigers' "Grades, Perseverance and Education" (GPA) program that was launched last summer. The GPA program was established as a partnership between LSU women's basketball and the East Baton Rouge Parish School System.

Hightower joined former LSU star and 2009 WNBA champion Temeka Johnson and her H.O.P.E. Foundation in speaking to schools around the Baton Rouge area about the importance of getting an education. The group also donated shoes to deserving children at Magnolia Woods Elementary School.

Hightower has spent time in classrooms and the gymnasium at Southeast Middle School where she addressed students on the importance of hard work and getting an education. The senior was adopted by the school and she has routinely made visits since the fall.

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Tue, 23 Feb 2010 20:31:00 -0800 Vote for Allison for the Lowe's Senior CLASS Award http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/vote-for-allison-for-the-lowes-senior-class-a-0 http://lsuwbkb.posterous.com/vote-for-allison-for-the-lowes-senior-class-a-0
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OVERLAND PARK, Kan. -- LSU senior guard Allison Hightower is one of 10 national finalists for the 2009-10 Lowe's Senior CLASS Award for NCAA women's basketball, which recognizes excellence both on and off the court. Fans can vote online now at: http://bit.ly/boeX6p.

To be eligible for the award, a student-athlete must be classified as an NCAA Division I senior and have notable achievements in four areas of excellence - classroom, character, community and competition.

Nationwide balloting concludes March 22 to determine the winner. Fan balloting will be available on the award's official Web site http://www.seniorclassaward.com/vote/womens_basketball_2009/as well as through text messaging. Fans can text W7 to 74567 to vote for Hightower. These votes will be combined with votes from coaches and media to determine the recipient of the award.

An acronym for Celebrating Loyalty and Achievement for Staying in SchoolTM, the Lowe's Senior CLASS Award focuses on the total student-athlete and encourages students to use their platform in athletics to make a positive impact as leaders in their communities. The finalists were chosen by a media committee from the list of 30 women's candidates who were announced in October.


"It's an honor to be considered a finalist for such a great award because it also takes into account what you do in the community and in school and not just on the court," Hightower said. "We've always been proud of what we do in the community as Lady Tigers. To have the fans involved in the voting is great because they are the ones who see us not only out on the court but in school visits and community service projects."

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