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Marcet overcomes injury to become offensive producer

Jake Martin
April 25, 2013

Nicholls State junior catcher Brittany Marcet is a quiet leader. This is visible within seconds of meeting...

Photo by Sarah Angeron

Softball heats up and improves conference record

Jake Martin
April 18, 2013

Nicholls State softball head coach Angel Santiago believes the team needs to create a new identity for...

Stubbs makes changes to football staff for next year

Stubbs makes changes to football staff for next year

Jake Martin
April 11, 2013

Nicholls State football head coach Charlie Stubbs looks to add more unity to his coaching staff with...

Allen departs from the Colonels as a record holder

Jake Martin
March 28, 2013

Alisha Allen can remember a lot of moments throughout her women's basketball career at Nicholls State....

Santiago eyes 19 wins in Southland

Jake Martin
March 21, 2013

As the Nicholls State softball team gets deeper into conference play, head coach Angel Santiago has...

Colonels looking for redemption

Jake Martin
March 7, 2013

Nicholls State women's basketball head coach DoBee Plaisance endured the "hardest loss as a head coach"...

Katie Moulder, junior pitcher from League City, Texas, prepares for a pitch during the softball game against South Alabama Feb. 20.

Softball impresses with strong tournament performances

Jake Martin
February 28, 2013

Nicholls State softball head coach Angel Santiago feels his team is improving, and he believes other...

Alex Tucker, freshman from Denham Springs, practices during practice on Feb. 14.

Baseball picked to finish last in Southland Conference polls

Jake Martin
February 21, 2013

The Nicholls State baseball team was picked to finish last in the Southland Conference preseason polls.  "It's...

Women’s softball head coach, Angel Santiago, helps Leah Andru, first base senior from Eunice, practice bunting at practice last Tuesday.

Softball expectations rise for head coach’s second year

Jake Martin
February 7, 2013

The Nicholls State softball team was picked to finish fifth in the Southland Conference SID poll and...

Women’s basketball head coach DoBee Plaisance signals to players at the Jan. 24 game.

Women’s Basketball enters rough patch with losses

Jake Martin
January 30, 2013

After beginning the season with the greatest start in school history, the Nicholls State women's basketball...

Head coach of the women’s basketball team, DoBee Plaisance, keeps the energy up for the ladies on the team during the game on Feb. 25, 2012.

Women’s basketball coach keeps morals in the game

Jake Martin
January 24, 2013

Nicholls State women's basketball head coach DoBee Plaisance never intended to be a shark. Before Plaisance...

Jesse Turner, senior running back from Houma, runs the ball toward to endzone as Gerald Gruenig, senior from New Orleans, blocks opponents at the last home game against Southeastern on Nov. 15.

Football offensive seniors relive their greatest moments

Jake Martin
November 29, 2012

The Nicholls State offensive seniors will miss the vibe in the locker room. They will miss the friendships...

Members of the Nicholls State football team run drills during practice on Nov. 8.

Football team preps for River Bell Classic in home finale

Jake Martin
November 15, 2012

The Nicholls State football team will look for its first conference win against Southeastern tonight...

Rashar Knight (25), senior linebacker from Georgia, fights off an opposing player at the football game vs.McNeese on Nov. 3.

Football hopes to look past several players’ injuries

Jake Martin
November 8, 2012

Being affected by injuries is an excuse that many teams in college sports use when the team is failing,...

Jesse Turner scoring a touchdown on Sept. 22 against Evengel University.

Running backs share brotherly bond on and off the field

Jake Martin
October 25, 2012

Nicholls State running backs Marcus Washington and Jesse Turner are basically brothers. Washington,...

Football hopes to rebound from Homecoming loss

Jake Martin
October 18, 2012

  An injury-plagued Nicholls State football team lost to Sam Houston State 41-0 for Homecoming, and...

The Nicholls State football team warms up before practice on Thursday.

Colonels football prepares for homecoming performance

Jake Martin
October 11, 2012

Though Homecoming brings about pros and cons for a head coach and his football team, the pros eclipse...

Nicholls quarterback Landry Klann takes a snap during football practice on Wednesday afternoon on the practice field.

Colonels face their first conference foe of the season

Jake Martin
October 4, 2012

Following a bye week for the Colonels, the Nicholls State football team opens conference play on a purple...

The Colonels' offensive line preparing for another play against Evangel University on Saturday night.

Nicholls football team earns its first win of the season

Jake Martin
September 27, 2012

The Nicholls football team enters their bye week at 1-2, and for head coach Charlie Stubbs and his football...

Nicholls reschedules Oregon State game for Dec. 1

Jake Martin
September 20, 2012

    The Nicholls State football team rescheduled its opening game of the season against...

Carolyn Noble, senior defender and midfielder from Burlington, Ontario, runs drills at an early morning practice

Redshirt senior gets another shot at fulfilling dream

Jake Martin
September 13, 2012

Dreams can vanish as quickly as they form. Redshirt senior Carolyn Noble knows this better than most. Noble...

NSU vs. Oregon State postponed for Isaac

Jake Martin
September 6, 2012

The Nicholls State football team might have to wait the length of the season to play its "toughest challenge...

Nicholls State University football quarterback Landry Klann, from San Antonio, Texas, works hard on Friday morning at practice for the 2012 football season.

Nicholls football picked to finish last in conference

Jake Martin
August 23, 2012

The Nicholls football team will have to earn the respect of its peers in the Southland Conference in...

Faber and Cruz rivalry is perfect

Jake Martin
March 21, 2012

Urijah Faber and Dominick Cruz's rivalry is exactly how every MMA rivalry should be. This season of...

Pettis and Henderson set for collision course

Jake Martin
February 28, 2012

After defeating Frankie Edgar to become the new lightweight champion at UFC 144 last night, it looks...

Diaz fails drug test for marijuana

Jake Martin
February 15, 2012

The rematch with Nick Diaz and Carlos Condit was inevitable. Every Diaz fan on the planet rejoiced in...

Elise Rau, education sophomore from Houma, celebrates after winning the mini bike race at the men’s basketball game half time show on Jan. 25.

Super Bowl, Super Sequel?

Jake Martin
January 31, 2012

Super Bowl XLVI is a Super Bowl rematch that fans are anxiously anticipating, but will the sequel be...

Main Event is Worth PPV Price Alone

Jake Martin
January 31, 2012

MMA fans are in for a treat Saturday night when the most exciting fighter in the UFC, Nick Diaz battles...

Boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. sits beside his co-manager Leonard Ellerbe during a check presentation at his gym in Las Vegas on Wednesday, Jan. 18. Mayweather, who was sentenced in December in a domestic battery case, donated $100,000 to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure of Southern Nevada.

Faculty, students talk about possible Mayweather/Pacquiao fight

Jake Martin
January 24, 2012

Will Floyd Mayweather ever fight Manny Pacquiao? Whether it is the fact that Mayweather is facing a...

UFC on Fox 2 will decide future title fights

Jake Martin
January 24, 2012

The UFC on Fox 2 this Saturday night is the biggest card of the year because it will decide whether...

Watch New Orleans Hornets with bus transportation

Jake Martin
January 18, 2012

The Student Program Association is taking 56 students to the New Orleans Hornets game against the Orlando...

During the Aug. 20 football scrimmage, quarterback Beaux Hebert #11 from Norcross, Ga., quickly looks for an open teammate after receiving the ball.

Seniors reflect on memorable moments at Nicholls

Jake Martin
November 16, 2011

For the seniors on the Nicholls State University football team, tonight will be the last time they suit...

It was hard for Evangel to stop #21 Bobby Felder, who averaged 22.3 yards per punt return during the Colonels 42-0 victory on Sept. 1.

Football program is down but not out

Jake Martin
November 8, 2011

Just between the lights that shine bright over John L. Guidry Stadium when the sun finds its home in...

Brandon Ruttley works at his desk in Candies Hall on Wednesday. As associate director of marketing and development, Ruttley also takes part in the Athletic Department’s internships available to students.

Nicholls Athletics offer internships for students

Jake Martin
November 2, 2011

The Nicholls State University Athletics Department is offering a range from six to 10 internships for...

Real main event gets main event slot

Jake Martin
October 27, 2011

Coming off one of its biggest pay-per-views in recent memory, the Ultimate Fighting Championship transitions...

It was hard for Evangel to stop #21 Bobby Felder, who averaged 22.3 yards per punt return during the Sept. 1 game where Nicholls beat Evangel 42-0.

Nicholls Football Homecoming game this Saturday

Jake Martin
October 19, 2011

The Nicholls State Colonels are 1-6 on the year and 0-3 in conference play, but head coach Charlie Stubbs...

UFC 136 proved worthy of hype

Jake Martin
October 19, 2011

A war for the ages, shocking upset, amazing comeback and the greatest promo in Ultimate Fighting Championship...

Volleyball player Kathryn Stock, junior from Thibodaux, goes up to spike the ball at Saturday’s tournament hosted by Nicholls.

Colonels volleyball team wins 13 in a row

Jake Martin
September 28, 2011

The Nicholls State volleyball team has already matched last year's win total at 14 only 18 games...

Cory Kemps did not have to punt often as Nicholls shut out Evangel 42-0 on Sept. 8.

Nicholls faces first Southland foe

Jake Martin
September 21, 2011

  The Nicholls State football team will take on their first Southland Conference opponent Northwestern...

Athletics need students’ help with broadcasting games

Jake Martin
September 21, 2011

Nicholls Athletics is searching for a student or students to handle the play-by-play duties for Colonel...

The football team’s offense runs through plays at Thursday’s practice. The next Colonel football game will take place at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette on Sept. 17.

Colonels travel to take on in-state opponent

Jake Martin
September 14, 2011

After suffering their first loss of the season at the hands of Western Michigan last Saturday, the Nicholls...

Members of the Nicholls baseball team visit cancer patients at Thibodaux Regional Medical Center before last season’s Pink game benefitting breast cancer awareness.

Nicholls’ baseball team gives back

Jake Martin
September 7, 2011

        Nicholls State University's head baseball coach, Seth Thibodeaux,...

That MMA Guy: Silva is baddest man on the planet

Jake Martin
August 31, 2011

  UFC 134 concluded last Saturday in spectacular fashion as middleweight champion Anderson Silva...

 The women's soccer team runs along side coach Dylan Harrison at Monday's practice.

Colonels find mixed results early in the season

Jake Martin
August 31, 2011

  The Nicholls State soccer team is nearly two weeks into the season and the Colonels are second...

Rob Bernardi, director of athletics, gives the opening remarks at last year's National Signing Day press conference.

Bernardi and Downer educate athletes

Jake Martin
August 24, 2011

               The entire offseason...

Defensive back Jonathan Gibson from Marrero catches the ball while practicing for the football scrimmage Sat. Aug. 13.

Colonels enter second season of Stubbs’ era

Jake Martin
August 18, 2011

Nicholls football head coach Charlie Stubbs is entering his second year as head coach for the Colonels...

That MMA guy

Jake Martin
April 20, 2011

A week from Saturday, the UFC will showcase two of the top three pound-for-pound fighters on the planet...

Seniors share plenty of laughs over career

Seniors share plenty of laughs over career

Jake Martin
April 20, 2011

The 2011 baseball season is coming to a close, and the seniors will soon move on with their lives.      ...

That MMA Guy

Jake Martin
April 13, 2011

The Strikeforce welterweight belt stayed around the waist of Nick Diaz Saturday night after he defeated...

Senior infielder Tori Lay steps up to bat during the March 19 doubleheader against Texas A&M-Corpus Christi.

Senior softball players reflect on careers

Jake Martin
April 13, 2011

The Colonels softball team is led by three seniors that are playing their last seasons of collegiate...

Colonels new Web site provides easier service

Jake Martin
April 6, 2011

Nicholls fans have a new way of buying their merchandise, as associate director of development Brandon...

MMA

Jake Martin and Jake Martin
April 6, 2011

Perhaps one of the greatest fight cards Strikeforce has ever put together will be showcased this Saturday...

Cyberbullying prevelant nation-wide, at Nicholls

Jake Martin and Jake Martin
March 29, 2011

The state of "cyberbullying" has made an impact all over the United States as states have made laws...

Students talk NFL lockout scenario

Jake Martin and Jake Martin
March 29, 2011

With the player's lockout looming over the NFL, Nicholls students give their take on the players' actions...

That MMA Guy

Jake Martin and Jake Martin
March 29, 2011

UFC's Ultimate Fight Night Saturday had its fair share of exciting moments, but the co-main event and...

That MMA Guy

Jake Martin and Jake Martin
March 22, 2011

The UFC entered a new era of Mixed Martial Arts Saturday night as the torch was passed when Jon "Bones"...

Head athletic trainer Shaun Duhe talks to junior basketball guard Fred Hunter about stretching techniques Tuesday at the athletic training department in Barker Hall.

Duhe celebrates National Athletic Training Month

Jake Martin and Jake Martin
March 22, 2011

March is National Athletic Training Month; for head athletic trainer Shaun Duhe, it's simply a way to...

Colonel soccer team hypes up game against faculty

Jake Martin and Jake Martin
March 22, 2011

The Colonels lady soccer team will play against Nicholls faculty and staff members Thursday at 5 p.m. Admission...

Mr. Eric Gueniot, music instructor, practices marimba for his upcoming music recital in the band hall Mar. 14.

Gueniot’s 6th man band adds atmosphere

Jake Martin and Jake Martin
March 15, 2011

When it comes to having home court advantage in basketball, Nicholls State's band, also known as the...

That MMA Guy

That MMA Guy

Jake Martin and Jake Martin
March 15, 2011

After UFC president Dana White's announcement Sunday and UFC 128 only three days away, the spotlight...

Head baseball coach Seth Thibodeaux talks to the offical about the call that was made about senior infielder Chase Jaramillo at the baseball game against the Saint Peter Peacocks.

Seth Thibodeaux set on making players better men

Jake Martin and Jake Martin
March 1, 2011

New head baseball coach Seth Thibodeaux is nearly two weeks into his first season as head coach, and...

That MMA guy

Jake Martin and Jake Martin
March 1, 2011

UFC 127 was a relatively weak card but produced some intriguing storylines for the UFC, such as the...

on Monday in the Office of Development in Candies Hall. From left, Kaity Mattsson, marketing senior from Bracebridge, Ontario; Carolyn Noble, public relations junior from Burlington, Ontario; Hillary Clark, freshman from Tallahassee, Fla.; Jake Martin, print journalism sophomore from Vidalia; Lacey Angeron, broadcast journalism junior from Patterson; Andrew Kearney, higher education graduate student from Stanton, Mich.; and Katelyn Thibodeaux, print journalism and public relations junior from Ma

Nicholls Nation brings school spirit back

Jake Martin
February 23, 2011

Nicholls students collaborated to make a new student group called Nicholls Nation to instill Colonel...

Former Major League Baseball player Will Clark tells a joke while serving as keynote speaker for the First Pitch Banquet on Friday in the Cotillion Ballroom.

Will Clark speaks at First Pitch Banquet

Jake Martin
February 16, 2011

Former Major League Baseball player Will Clark spoke at the Colonels' fifth annual First Pitch Banquet...

Head football coach Charlie Stubbs holds a letterman jacket during the National Signing Day press conference last week in the Century Room.

Colonels fill needs in 2011 recruiting class

Jake Martin
February 10, 2011

The Colonels' football team added 20 new players last Wednesday as head coach Charlie Stubbs announced...

Graduate student Patrick Dolan kicks off during the Nov. 6 game against Stephen F. Austin.

Dolan looks to continue football career on next level

Jake Martin
February 9, 2011

Senior Patrick Dolan took the next step in his career when he competed in the Dixie Gridiron Classic...

Sportscaster Mike Wagenheim serves as announcer for last week’s men’s basketball game against McNeese.

Wagenheim’s voice paints the picture

Jake Martin
February 4, 2011

Memorable moments in sports are captured by the electric voice of broadcasters pouring their passion...

That MMA Guy

Jake Martin
February 4, 2011

The pound-for-pound best fighter on the planet, Anderson Silva, pulled off the most incredible victory...

That MMA Guy

Jake Martin
February 3, 2011

The pound-for-pound best fighter on the planet, Anderson Silva, pulled off the most incredible victory...

Sportscaster Mike Wagenheim serves as announcer for last week's men's basketball game against McNeese.

Wagenheim’s voice paints the picture

Jake Martin
February 3, 2011

Memorable moments in sports are captured by the electric voice of broadcasters pouring their passion...

Jamie Bustos, assistant media relations director, works in his office in Barker Hall on Monday.

Bustos named new sports information director

Jake Martin
January 28, 2011

Nicholls athletic department announced the hiring of Jamie Bustos as assistant director of media relations...

Jamie Bustos, assistant media relations director, works in his office in Barker Hall on Monday.

Bustos named new sports information director

Jake Martin
January 27, 2011

Nicholls athletic department announced the hiring of Jamie Bustos as assistant director of media relations...

Freshman guard Dantrell Thomas tries to get past a Tulane player during the Nov. 26 game.

Colonels look to pack Stopher for Red Out game

Jake Martin
January 20, 2011

Nicholls State hosts Southeastern this Saturday in the Colonels' "Red Out" game.The Colonels will look...

George St. Pierre and Josh Kosheck stare at each other before UFC 124.

That MMA Guy

Jake Martin
January 20, 2011

The past two months for Mixed Martial Arts have been anything but boring as World Extreme Cagefighting...

Senior guard/forward Anatoly Bose makes a slam dunk during the Dec. 8 game against Loyola.

Anatoly Bose gets national recognition

Jake Martin
January 20, 2011

Senior forward Anatoly Bose leads the Southland Conference in scoring, averaging 22.9 points per game,...

Senior Joseph Fryou, center, practices with teammates behind Chabert Hall.

Fryou battles adversity on and off the track field

Jake Martin
November 18, 2010

Running track may just be a sport to most people, but to a Nicholls senior distance runner, it's a freedom...

Fans fill Guidry Stadium for the Oct. 9 football game against Sam Houston.

Colonels gear toward last game of the year

Jake Martin
November 18, 2010

The Nicholls State football team hosts the Southeastern Lions tonight in the River Bell Classic for the...

Colonel fans need more patience

Jake Martin
November 11, 2010

Fans of the Nicholls football team are fickle sometimes, especially when they've been waiting a couple...

Junior defensive lineman A.J. Carter tries to block a Western Michigan player during the Sept. 11 game.

Nicholls set to face off against No. 1 team in conference

Jake Martin
November 4, 2010

The Nicholls State football team will play against the best team in the Southland Conference Saturday.Stephen...

That MMA Guy

Jake Martin
November 4, 2010

It's that time of the year to make my top 10 pound-for-pound fighter list.I'll try to do the best I can...

That MMA Guy

Jake Martin
October 28, 2010

David dethroned Goliath Saturday night as Cain Velasquez defeated Brock Lesnar to become the new heavyweight...

Defensive coordinator and linebacker coach Jeremy Atwell talks with senior linebacker Ed James.

Atwell has seen many changes at the coaching position

Jake Martin
October 28, 2010

Nicholls State defensive coordinator Jeremy Atwell is one of two members on the coaching staff returning...

That MMA Guy

Jake Martin
October 21, 2010

It's almost here. UFC 121 will go down on Saturday with Brock Lesnar defending his heavyweight title...

Graduate student Patrick Dolan kicks off during the Oct. 9 game against Sam Houston State.

From brothers to collegiate teammates

Jake Martin
October 21, 2010

Most kids grow up throwing a ball; Andrew and Patrick Dolan grew up kicking one.Senior punter Patrick...

That MMA Guy

Jake Martin
October 7, 2010

Though it is a relatively young sport, MMA has interesting history here in Louisiana.The pioneers of...

Rob Bernardi, director of athletics, gives the opening remarks at the National Signing Day press conference Feb. 3 at the Thibodaux Hampton Inn & Suites.

Bernardi says ‘cuts won’t eliminate athletics’

Jake Martin
October 7, 2010

If the 35 percent budget cuts occur, Nicholls athletics would suffer, but not drastically, Nicholls athletic...

Representatives from each campus sport pose for a photo in front of Elkins Hall.

Athletics prepared for potential budget cuts

Jake Martin
September 30, 2010

With a possible 35 percent budget cut increase, Nicholls State is facing cuts all around the University,...

That MMA Guy

Jake Martin
September 30, 2010

One of the greatest fighters on the planet will defend his title tonight when Jose Aldo defends his featherweight...

Quarterback LaQuintin Caston

Colonels take on Bacone for Homecoming

Jake Martin
September 23, 2010

After three weeks on the road, Nicholls will play their home-opener against Bacone College this Saturday...

That MMA Guy

Jake Martin
September 23, 2010

UFC 119 may be lacking in "big names," but the PPV has five fights that every fight fan will find interesting....

Junior offensive lineman Pio Adams (58) from Waianae, Hawaii, walks onto the field during Saturday's game against Western Michigan, along with sophomore offensive lineman Gerald Gruenig (55) and junior offensive lineman Spenser Langthorn (78).

Hawaiians bring warrior spirit to football team

Jake Martin
September 16, 2010

The 2010 Nicholls State football team looks to provide its own Hawaiian punch this year.Offensive line...

That MMA Guy

Jake Martin
September 16, 2010

When people normally picture UFC fighters, they picture a guy with a "six-pack", 22-inch arms, lack of...

That MMA Guy

Jake Martin
September 9, 2010

One of my all-time favorite shows on television is "The Ultimate Fighter" and a brand new season starts...

Graduate assistant coach Mario Jeberaeel supervises football practice Monday in Guidry Stadium.

Graduate assistant transitions from player to coach

Jake Martin
September 9, 2010

Mario Jeberaeel went from player to coach and made his way to Nicholls State as a graduate assistant...

That MMA Guy

Jake Martin
September 2, 2010

While James Toney and Randy Couture dominated the pre-fight hype for UFC 118, Frankie Edgar stole the...

The football team begins its Aug. 21 intra-squad scrimmage in Guidry Stadium.

Football faces Division I opponent Saturday

Jake Martin
September 2, 2010

The Nicholls State University football team will travel to California Saturday to take on San Diego State...

Coach Seth Thibodeaux talks to a group of baseball players before a game in the 2010 season.

Thibodeaux named head baseball coach

Jake Martin
August 26, 2010

Nicholls athletic director Rob Bernardi announced the selection of Seth Thibodeaux as the new head coach...

That MMA Guy

Jake Martin
August 26, 2010

One of the biggest fights in UFC history will take place Saturday night, and it's not even in the main...

New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning supervises a drill in Guidry Stadium July 11 at the Manning Passing Academy.

Nicholls holds fifteenth annual Manning Passing Academy

Jake Martin
August 19, 2010

The Manning family returned to Nicholls State for their fifteenth annual Manning Passing Academy which...

Quarterbacks freshmen Landry Klann, Justin Rosborough, and Beaux Hebert practice Friday at Guidry Stadium.

Colonel football gears up for new season

Jake Martin
August 19, 2010

The Colonels football team is picked to finish last in the Southland Conference preseason polls.The Colonels...

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