Play by Play on KLEB 102.7FM - March 21, 2025 (Full Show)

Play by Play – Episode Recap (March Madness, Coaching Shakeups & Local Diamond Action)

In this lively episode of Play by Play, Casey, Coach Brian Callais, and guest Damien St. Pierre pack a punch with local sports insights, college basketball takes, and classic sideline banter.

🏀 High School Spotlight:

• Breaking News: South Lafourche girls basketball coach Darian Jenkins has stepped down after four seasons. The crew reflects on her legacy and the bright future of the Tarpons program, highlighting a deep roster of rising talent.

• Tarpon Baseball Bounce-Back: Coach Chandler Guidroz joins to talk about South Lafourche's strong response win over E.D. White following a tough loss to South Terrebonne. Senior day, key player performances, and playoff hopes are front and center.

⚾ Gator Surge:

• Coach Mike Barba calls in to discuss South Terrebonne’s mid-season turnaround. With four wins in five games and a red-hot offense, the Gators are surging in district play. Barba credits team chemistry and a “reset” approach as keys to their momentum.

📣 March Madness Madness:

• McNeese pulls off a 12-over-5 upset over Clemson, giving the Southland Conference a financial boost and putting Will Wade in Cinderella territory. The gang debates whether they can do it again vs. Purdue.

• The crew breaks down early tournament surprises, coaching strategies, and standout performances, including Alabama’s scare vs. Robert Morris and Tennessee’s rebounding dominance.

🎧 Call-Ins & Community Talk:

• Local legend Coach Eserman and loyal listener Mark call in to weigh in on tournament seeding gripes, college softball, Aaron Rodgers rumors, and NIL/transfer portal chaos.

• The guys also share laughs about past March Madness memories, favorite all-time college players, and Zion Williamson’s mysterious injury status.

📍What’s Next:

• The Play by Play team heads to Papa’s Seafood in Thibodaux for a live remote broadcast.

• Damien previews upcoming regional tournaments for his biddy basketball teams, including the debut of South Lafourche’s first-ever 14U boys team.