Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 10th of November.
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LSU lost to 4th ranked Alabama 20-9 on Saturday night in Tuscaloosa — penalties and red zone failures limited their scoring — and the Tigers dropped to a 5-4 record.
Interim coach Frank Wilson benched starting quarterback Garrett Nussmeier for backup Michael Van Buren in a move that highlighted the season's struggles.
Northshore won a five-set playoff match against Mandeville on November 8 with scores of 25-19, 25-19, 21-25, 24-26, and 15-8 to decide who advanced to the state tournament—the Panthers will face fourth-seeded St. Joseph’s at the Cajundome on November 13 while Mandeville coach Rachel Schulingkamp coached her final match.
Rookie quarterback Tyler Shough started his second game on Sunday after receiving therapeutic needles for a jaw injury from a helmet-to-helmet hit during his first start, finishing with 15 of 24 passes for 176 yards and one touchdown.
The Saints reorganized their offense last week by trading receiver Rashid Shaheed and guard Trevor Penning—moves intended to offer more playing time for young players.
Tyler Shough threw for 282 yards and two touchdowns—setting an all-time rookie record—in the Saints' 17-7 win over the Carolina Panthers in Charlotte.
The win marks the Saints' second victory of the season as they now stand 2-8 and prepare to face the Atlanta Falcons on November 23 at the Caesars Superdome.
Nine St. Tammany teams are in the football playoffs this week with three teams hosting first round games, five traveling, and Lakeshore receiving a bye.
The teams face challenges like key injuries and inconsistent play—each aiming for a strong postseason run.
Rookie QB Tyler Shough threw for 282 yards and two touchdowns — a record for a Saints rookie — to lead the team to a 17-7 win over the Panthers, while the defense held Carolina to 175 yards and Alontae Taylor made a late interception as the Saints head into their Week 11 bye.
The Karr Cougars extended their win streak to 23 games after winning on November 9 — the team climbed in national rankings following a series of strong games, including a matchup with American Heritage at Caesars Superdome.
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