A journal for South Louisiana.
By Jesse Brooks I had a gig heavy weekend so I spent my birthday catching up on sleep before evening activities. I woke up late in the afternoon to hear about the death of Kobe Byrant and his daughter Gianna. It was similar to the way learned about the death of Anthony Bourdain, who was... Continue Reading →
Safety Vonn Bell forces a fumble against Carolina. By Jesse Brooks At the end of the day, the narrative has to be about how spectacular to the New Orleans Saints' defense playing. For one, we should always hold high expectations of the Drew Brees led offense because that has been the team's identity for over... Continue Reading →
By Jesse Brooks So while I’m not being paid as professional commentator, it can be kind of hard to keep my biased emotion in check when it comes to the New Orleans Saints. Now that the smoke has cleared, here are some of my week one thoughts: - The NFL isn’t FBS college football. The... Continue Reading →
By Jesse Brooks So the New Orleans Saints traded a third round pick to the New York Jets to acquire QB Teddy Bridgewater. Here’s what that means: - Saints are Super Bowl or Bust: New Orleans is all in to get Drew Brees a second ring and his age means there is a very small... Continue Reading →
TRUST THE PROCESS- Oak Forest Academy point guard Janero Porter has received his first college offer from Tabor College in Hillsboro, Kansas. Photo by Matthew Roy. By Jesse Brooks AMITE- Patience paid off for Janero Porter, a recent graduate of Oak Forest Academy, as he has finally received his first athletic scholarship to play basketball.... Continue Reading →
WINNING LOOK- New Orleans Pelicans forward Nikola Mirotic hosts free shave and haircut event at the New Orleans Mission. Photo submitted. By Jesse Brooks NEW ORLEANS- Nikola Mirotic, a forward for the New Orleans Pelicans, has already kicked off a busy offseason in the Crescent City by giving back to local charities. On Wednesday, May... Continue Reading →
GROWING- The Jay Artigues Sportsplex has announced new training services and a full summer program that includes camps for kids. Photo by Jesse Brooks. By Jesse Brooks HAMMOND- The Jay Artigues Sportsplex, a multi-sport training facility located on Highway 51 northbound, has announced the availability of new services and full program of summer activities. The... Continue Reading →
NEW ERA- Independence High Magnet School graduating senior Melvin Baker has signed a letter of intent to play basketball for Coastal Alabama Community College. He is seen here seated next to Tigers coach Ace Misita and his mother Jennifer Cook. Behind him are Principal Chasity Collier and Sun Chiefs coach Robby Robertson. Photo by Jesse... Continue Reading →
GETTING LOOKS- Melvin Baker, who recently graduated from Independence High Magnet School, has received his first offer from Coastal Alabama Community College. Photo by Matthew Roy. By Jesse Brooks Recent graduate of Independence High Magnet School Melvin Baker is looking to further his career in basketball, and has announced that his first is offer from... Continue Reading →
CHASING DREAMS- Oak Forest Academy senior forward Chris Backa, a native of Finland, has signed with LSU-Alexandria. He is pictured next to his host family Tanya and Kyle Warren. Back row (from left) Jacket assistant coach Joe Fekete and head coach Curtis Matherne. Photo By Jesse Brooks. By Jesse Brooks On Thursday, May 10, Oak... Continue Reading →
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