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McNeese really is that program in the Southland Conference. A Thread:

Money talks as long as LSU has that, the players will follow the $$ and so will the fans, just look at LSU WBB, all that was built under Mulkey in the modern era. I’m happy the guy is back in Louisiana, NC State fans did a lot of complaining this season, now look at them.

Good day to be an alum of the FLAGSHIP INSTITUTION IN THE STATE OF LOUISIANA! Geaux Tigers!!

glad they are taking it well 😂

Lord have mercy, what a day. Did I miss anything? lol

Alexa, play “Neck”

Dearest Mother— The horses now rest in the Carolina stables. I march south to the river. In my recent stent, I’ve learned that wolves hunt in packs, not as tigers—who stalk silently through grass, patient till the prey is near. The flags of boot up fly again. #justdifferent GW

LSU is now just McNeese east. On a personal level I have nothing but positive things to say about Will Wade, Heath Schroyer and Wade Rousse, and I couldn’t be more excited for them to be together again doing exactly what they did in Lake Charles for a power conference school. For the first time ever I’ll say it, Geaux Tigers.

An open letter to Poke Nation from Heath Schroyer is below... Poke Nation, For me, this has been so much more than just a job. I came to Lake Charles eight years ago, and although I’ve never shared this publicly, I almost left one week in. The first time I tried to book a flight to recruit players, I was told I couldn’t. The program had no money. If I wanted to recruit, I’d have to raise the money myself. On top of that, we were on the cusp of an academic postseason ban. The truth is, I was basically lied to about the state the program was in. Had I known how bad things were, I never would have taken the job. I had never seen a program run that way—and as someone who has worked at eight different Division I schools, that says a lot. I called my old boss and he offered me my job back, plus a hefty raise. I told him I was on my way. That evening, I met with Dr. Wallace. He shared his passion for the program and told me how badly he wanted to win. He believed we could build something special here. I could see the desperation in his eyes, and in that moment I just couldn’t bring myself to tell him I was quitting. So I called my old boss back. “I’m going to stay,” I told him. “And I’m going to change this damn place.” I had no idea how true that statement would be. Later, when I was asked to transition into the Athletic Director role, I doubled down on my promise. I made it my mission to make sure McNeese’s athletic department ran like a proper Division I program. I remember August 28, 2020 like it was yesterday. I’d only been the AD for a few months, we were in the middle of COVID and then Hurricane Laura hit. Our university—and our community—were absolutely devastated. That moment was a turning point for me. I realized I wasn’t sent to Lake Charles just to coach basketball. I was sent for a higher purpose. From that point forward, my mission was to transform our athletic department and to help rebuild both the university and our community. My faith has always been strong, and I truly believe everything happens for a reason. In those difficult months after the hurricane, I found my stride as a leader. Those first six months were the hardest stretch of my professional and personal life—but also the most rewarding. We literally rebuilt this program from nothing. We had 400 student-athletes displaced all over the country. Every facility was destroyed. We were operating with a $3 million annual deficit. Look at us now, Poke Nation. Through it all, I have fallen in love with Lake Charles and Southwest Louisiana. This community has meant so much to me, and it’s become home in a way no other place ever has. In fact, I’ve now lived in Lake Charles longer than I’ve lived anywhere else. My son Hayden, who is on the spectrum, has flourished here. He graduated from Barbe High School and today works on the grounds crew at McNeese. Watching him grow here has meant so much to me. Over the years, as our success grew, I have had several opportunities to leave for other jobs at bigger schools that offered more money. I didn’t take them for one simple reason: I wanted to finish what we started. Today, McNeese is a legitimate, nationally relevant Division I athletic program. After 19 championships, over $11 million in naming rights partnerships, state-of-the-art facilities, the best collection of coaches in the history of McNeese, and an athletic department that is the most financially stable in the state—it’s time for me to step aside and take on a new challenge. There are so many people I want to thank—far too many to name individually—they know who they are. None of this would have been possible without an incredible team working toward the same vision. I’m especially grateful to our amazing staff, our executive leadership team, and especially Dr. Wade Rousse. Dr. Rousse gave me the freedom to lead and he trusted me to be myself. He led this university with a contagious energy and passion. We worked hand in hand every day to move McNeese and McNeese Athletics forward. When you care about something as much as I care about McNeese and this community, you don’t walk away without making sure the transition is smooth and well executed. I’m proud of the team we’ve built here. Bridget Martin is one of the best and most respected administrators I’ve ever worked with, and I’m proud to share that she will serve as your next Athletic Director. Bridget has dedicated 30 years to McNeese. She shares the same passion for this department that I do, and I have complete confidence that she will continue the momentum we’ve created. Matt Fontenot is one of the best young administrators in the country. He will step into an expanded role overseeing the McNeese Athletic Foundation and will serve as the primary point of contact for our corporate partners. This transition plan has been in place for some time. True leadership means empowering the people around you so they are prepared to succeed—even without you. I’m excited about the opportunity to work with Verge Ausberry and to reunite with Dr. Rousse at LSU. I love the vision Verge has for how I can best serve, and I believe this role is tailor-made for my skillset. I’m ready to get to work. I’m also grateful that I’ll be able to stay in Louisiana. This state has become home. Lake Charles, this isn’t goodbye, it’s simply see you later. Thank you… for everything. I’m humbled, grateful, and forever proud of what we built together. Geaux Pokes Forever, Heath Schroyer

@McNeeseSports Safe to say Mcneese knows ball when it comes to ADs and presidents

We ain’t even played a game and you still sucking some dick. Keep it pushing you don’t even talk about the Lumberjacks that much😂

This is just this month too😂😂 I don’t even talk about SFA like that at least not in a negative way usually? I’m telling you man just think before you speak You a fan at this point

Will Wade. American Gangster.

Lots of things are happening… stay tuned

HERstory. @mcneesewbb’s HISTORIC season ends in the second round of the @wbitwbb. One for the books!🤍🤠

Kansas out of the NCAA Tournament in the opening weekend. So is Kentucky. UNC needs a new coach. If we're going to talk about the NIL/portal era killing cinderella, it's killed blue bloods too. Only things that matter in 2026: Competitive NIL and the right coach. That's it.

We’ve had some incredible upsets: High Point Miami University VCU Unforgettable shots from: Iowa St. John’s Kentucky And Nebraska vs Vanderbilt was one of the best games I’ve ever seen. The NCAAT is the greatest sporting event in the world. Absolutely nothing like it.

@SWLAlogo Yep and it’s not like we got totally dominated by Vanderbilt. We were competitive.

It’s not NIL.. these kids deserve to get paid. The transfer portal needs to be regulated, that is what it is.

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