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04-07-2025
- Sport
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LSU football earns commitment from 2026 Louisiana defensive back Isaiah Washington
LSU football received a commitment from another top prospect in its backyard. 2026 safety Isaiah Washington will stay home to play for the Tigers. The No. 3 safety out of Louisiana, Washington gained traction in his recruiting process over the last several weeks. He garnered eight offers towards the end of his junior year at Haynesville High School, including Arkansas and Tulane. Advertisement Washington is the state's No. 23 prospect and No. 67 at his position nationally. The six-foot-one, 170-pounder received a visit from LSU safeties coach Jake Olsen in his hometown before making two trips to Baton Rouge mid-June, which sealed the deal. The Haynesville, LA native is the eighth in-state prospect to choose LSU and the fifth defensive back. Washington joins a class ranked sixth nationally and third in the SEC. Washington is LSU's second commitment of the day, following offensive tackle Bryson Cooley. Brian Kelly and staff are gaining momentum as LSU looks to make a run at the No. 1 overall recruiting class. Advertisement LSU's 2026 class has 14 commits, including two five-stars and nine four-stars. This article originally appeared on LSU Wire: LSU football gains commitment from 2026 Louisiana defensive back
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Green Oaks 'turns green minds into giant successes,' and graduates 53 students
CADDO PARISH, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – Green Oaks Performing Arts Academy honored 53 graduates for their 53rd graduation. The theme of the school, 'turning green minds into giant successes' rang true with friends, family, and loved ones cheering on their graduates. 'It feels amazing. All my hard work paid off for the four years. I did a lot over these years. I became Green Oaks Students of the year and Mr. Green Oaks. I went to the Caddo Parish School Board, and it feels great,' said graduate Isaiah Washington for Green Oaks Performing Arts Academy. While proud of their hard work and achievements, many graduates are exciting for what is to come for their journey ahead. Washington says he wishes to become a radiologist because he has always been interested in the medical field and feels this is where he can pursue his talents the furthest. Graduate Mercedes Price spoke about what today meant to her. 'This moment is very special for me, it's finally over with and I get to finish my big girl dreams that I always dreamed of. […] I want to go to college and study criminal justice and become a lawyer,' said Price. Graduate Ja'mesha Harper says she will be attending Grambling State University to purse her dreams of becoming a detective. 'I'm so happy I'm graduating I'm done with this. I literally just finished work yesterday. School work yesterday to walk today. But hey we're here by the grace of God. All praises to him. hallelujah,' said Harper. Parents and families had personalized t-shirts, flowers, money, and gifts to encourage and celebrate their graduates. 'We are so proud of these 2025 graduates from Green Oaks. We have Mr. Corinthian. […] My son, it's been a long journey and I'm proud of him, and just keep moving forward,' said family of graduate Corinthian Victor. Victor will be going to trade school for welding and diesel mechanic. Jasmine Green, president of the Caddo Parish School Board told the graduating class, 'You represent innovation and adaptability. As you step into your next chapter of life, I encourage you to lead with passion and purpose. Never forget the foundation that Caddo Parish has helped you build.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
