Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 99 Christopher Square
The 24th Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2025 shines brightly upon defensive lineman No. 99 Christopher Square. Square has given Byrd’s defensive line solid depth this season. Tonight, Christopher and the Yellow Jackets take on Captain Shreve in the 48th annual “Backyard Brawl.” #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 95 Ricardo Ware
The 23rd Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2025 shines brightly upon defensive lineman No. 95 Ricardo Ware. Ware has provided quality depth to Byrd’s defensive front this season. Tonight, Ricardo and the Yellow Jackets take on Captain Shreve in the 48th annual “Backyard Brawl.” #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 57 Zadarrion Richardson
The 22nd Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2025 shines brightly upon defensive lineman No. 57 Zadarrion Richardson. Richardson has provided quality depth to Byrd’s defensive front this season. On Thursday, Zadarrion and the Yellow Jackets take on Captain Shreve in the “Backyard Brawl.” #StingEm
Byrd vs Shreve PTSA Tailgate
Make plans to attend the Byrd vs Shreve PTSA Tailgate Thursday, November 6, from 4-7 pm. Det your tickets for $10 for Students/Teachers and $15 for Parents/Alumni/Other. Your ticket includes Gumbo, Bread, Dessert, Drink, and Entertainment.
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 90 Ian Gray
The 21st Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2025 shines brightly upon defensive lineman No. 90 Ian Gray. The anchor of the defensive line, Gray has tallied 27 total tackles, including 16 solo stops, 8.5 tackles-for-loss, 2.5 sacks and a fumble recovery. On Friday, Ian and the Yellow Jackets face the Airline Vikings in north Bossier City. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 84 Duncan Rowe
The 20th Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2025 shines brightly upon tight end No. 84 Duncan Rowe. Used primarily as a blocker, Rowe is part of a Byrd offense that has rushed for over 300 yards in seven straight games. On Friday, Duncan and the Yellow Jackets face the Airline Vikings in north Bossier City. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 83 Christopher Hunter
The 19th Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2025 shines brightly upon defensive back No. 83 Christopher Hunter. Hunter has provided quality depth to the secondary of Byrd’s Purple Swarm Defense. On Friday, Christopher and the Yellow Jackets will try to tame the Benton Tigers. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 77 Ja’vion Johnson
The 18th Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2025 shines brightly upon defensive tackle No. 77 Ja’vion Johnson. An integral part of the Purple Swarm Defense, Johnson has 14 tackles, a half a sack and a fumble recovery on the season. On Friday, Ja’vion and the Yellow Jackets will try to tame the Benton Tigers. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 75 Jamyi Lee
The 17th Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2025 shines brightly upon defensive end No. 75 Jamyi Lee. Lee is in the rotation of linemen on Byrd’s Purple Swarm Defense. On Friday, Jamyi and the Yellow Jackets will try to tame the Benton Tigers. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 67 Jacob Martin
The 16th Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2025 shines brightly upon offensive lineman No. 67 Jacob Martin. The lone returning starter from 2024, Martin is a part of an offensive line that’s paved the way for Byrd’s ground attack to rush for over 300 yards in five straight games. On Friday, Jacob and the Yellow Jackets travel to Natchitoches Central …
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 61 Clark Harp
The 15th Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2025 shines brightly upon offensive lineman No. 61 Clark Allen Harp. Harp has become a starter at tackle and is a part of an offensive line that’s paved the way for Byrd’s ground attack to rush for over 300 yards in five straight games. On Friday, Clark and the Yellow Jackets travel to …
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 59 Tayvious Washington
The 14th Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2025 shines brightly upon defensive lineman No. 59 Tayvious Washington. Washington is a two-year starter on Byrd’s Purple Swarm Defense and has registered 11 tackles and two tackles-for-loss on the season. Tayvious and the Yellow Jackets take on the Huntington Raiders tonight at Lee Hedges Stadium. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 58 Isaiah Smith
The 13th Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2025 shines brightly upon defensive lineman No. 58 Isaiah Smith. Smith is a member of Byrd’s Purple Swarm Defense and in the rotation of defensive linemen. Isaiah and the Yellow Jackets take on the Huntington Raiders tonight at Lee Hedges Stadium. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 56 Malik Jones
The 12th Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2025 shines brightly upon defensive end No. 56 Malik Jones. Jones is a member of Byrd’s Purple Swarm Defense that shut out John Ehret 33-0 last Friday. Malik and the Yellow Jackets take on the Parkway Panthers tonight at Lee Hedges Stadium. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 55 Mason Kinley
The 11th Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2025 shines brightly upon center No. 55 Mason Kinley. Kinley, who was the offensive lineman of the week last week, is part of a line that’s allowed Byrd to average over 300 yards a game. Mason and the Yellow Jackets take on the Parkway Panthers tonight at Lee Hedges Stadium. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 44 Amaree Hayes
The 10th Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2025 shines brightly upon linebacker No. 44 Amaree Hayes. Hayes has given the Purple Swarm Defense a solid defender and tackler at the linebacker. Amaree and the Yellow Jackets take on the John Ehret Patriots tonight at Lee Hedges Stadium. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 35 Madden Cromer
The ninth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2025 shines brightly upon linebacker No. 35 Madden Cromer. Cromer, who is a first-year starter, currently leads the Purple Swarm Defense in total tackles. Madden and the Yellow Jackets take on the John Ehret Patriots tonight at Lee Hedges Stadium. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 29 Azariae Barfield
The eighth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2025 shines brightly upon cornerback No. 29 Azariae Barfield. Barfield, who is a returning starting cornerback, provides the Purple Swarm Defense with an experienced boundary cornerback. Azariae and the Yellow Jackets take on the John Ehret Patriots tonight at Lee Hedges Stadium. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 21 Camron Williams
The seventh Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2025 shines brightly upon cornerback No. 21 Camron Williams. Williams, who saw significant playing time last season, provides the Purple Swarm Defense with an experienced field cornerback. Camron and the Yellow Jackets take on the Evangel Eagles on Friday at Lee Hedges Stadium. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 16 Abram Anderson
The sixth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2025 shines brightly upon linebacker No. 16 Abram Anderson. Anderson, who is one of the few returning starters from last season, has moved from safety to the hybrid “buck” linebacker position this season. Abram and the Yellow Jackets take on the Evangel Eagles on Friday at Lee Hedges Stadium. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 15 Markeith Niblett
The fifth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2025 shines brightly upon defensive back No. 15 Markeith Niblett. Niblett is expected to play an integral role in the defensive backfield this season. Markeith and the Yellow Jackets open district play tonight at Haughton. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 12 Asher Murray
The fourth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2025 shines brightly upon kicker and punter No. 12 Asher Murray. Murray will go down as one of the greatest kickers in school history. His 56-yard field goal against Benton last season tied a school, city and parishes record. He garnered numerous post-season accolades, including All-American and All-State honors. Asher and the Yellow …
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 8 Henry Peacock
The third Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2025 shines brightly upon wide receiver No. 8 Henry Peacock. Peacock moved from defense to offense this season and is starting at wide receiver. He’s also the holder on place kicks. Henry and the Yellow Jackets open district play tonight at Haughton. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 7 De’Shaun Reed
The second Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2025 shines brightly upon defensive back No. 7 De’Shaun Reed. Reed is expected to play an integral part in Byrd’s defensive backfield this season. De’Shaun and the Yellow Jackets open the 2025 season tonight against St. Amant at Lee Hedges Stadium. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 5 Ja’Cari Williams
The first Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2025 shines brightly upon defensive back No. 5 Ja’Cari Williams. A returning All-District, All-City performer, Williams is a leader of Byrd’s Purple Swarm Defense. Ja’Cari and the Yellow Jackets open the 2025 season tonight against St. Amant at Lee Hedges Stadium. #StingEm
2025 New Athletics Physical/Medical History Form
The LHSAA Physical & Medical History form has now been combined into a one-page document. View or download below: 2025 Medical History-Medical Exam on Letter Final one page (new).pdf
Limited Radio Sponsorships and On-Field Advertising are still available!
Yellow Jacket football season kicks off with a scrimmage next week on August 21, but you can still reserve a sponsorship for your business or organization! Radio: Be a part of the 101st season of C.E. Byrd Football. Team with one of Louisiana’s largest high schools, the nation’s largest alumni association, & the area’s most powerful radio station, 1130 AM …
Interested in Wrestling?
If you have a desire to be in shape and test yourself, please visit the wrestling room just east of the football field. Pre season conditioning starts next week M-W-F right after school. To participate please visit this page for instructions on signing up through Aktivate For more information, email byrdwrestling@gmail.com
Byrd Football Fundraiser
Come support Byrd Football • Friday, August 15th
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Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight #27 – Ethan Sipes
The 28th Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2024 shines brightly upon linebacker No. 15 Ethan Sipes. Sipes, who is second on the team in tackles, registered four consecutive double-digit tackle games earlier this season, including a career-high 15 tackles against Parkway. On Thursday, Ethan and the Jackets will face Captain Shreve in the 47th annual “Backyard Brawl.” #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight #27 – Desmond Simmons
The 27th Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2024 shines brightly upon fullback No. 8 Desmond Simmons. Simmons has rushed for 544 yards and six touchdowns in only five games this season. On Thursday, Desmond and the Jackets will face Captain Shreve in the 47th annual “Backyard Brawl.” #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight #26 – Joshua Vienne
The 26th Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2024 shines brightly upon offensive lineman and long snapper No. 53 Joshua Vienne. Vienne has been the long snapper on all five of Byrd’s field goals this season, including the record-tying 56-yarder against Benton. On Thursday, Josh and the Jackets will face Captain Shreve in the 47th annual “Backyard Brawl.” #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight #25 – Alex Schoonover
The 25th Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2024 shines brightly upon wide receiver No. 2 Alex Schoonover. Schoonover is Byrd’s leading receiver, averaging 18 yards per reception. He has three touchdown receptions, including the game winner against Huntington. On Friday, Alex and the Jackets take on the undefeated Airline Vikings. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight #24 – Jeremy Rundle
The 24th Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2024 shines brightly upon offensive lineman No. 70 Jeremy Rundle. Rundle is a member of Byrd’s offensive line that has paved the way for the Jackets’ offense to average over 389 yards and 34 points per game. On Friday, Jeremy and the Jackets take on the undefeated Airline Vikings. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight #23 – Kristian Roberson
The 23rd Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2024 shines brightly upon wide receiver No. 7 Kristian Roberson. Roberson, who was a defensive back but moved to wide receiver this season, has helped Byrd’s offense to average over 389 yards and 34 points per game. On Friday, Kristian and the Jackets take on the undefeated Airline Vikings. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight #22 – Gevin Phill
The 22nd Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2024 shines brightly upon running back No. 22 Gevin Phill. Phill, who has rushed for 110 yards on 15 carries this season, has helped Byrd’s offense to average over 386 yards and 36 points per game. Tonight, Gevin and the Jackets travel up to Benton to try and tame the Tigers. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight #21 – Rhyan Perry
The 21st Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2024 shines brightly upon defensive end No. 98 Rhyan Perry. Perry is a member of Byrd’s outstanding defensive line. He has registered 20 tackles, 4.5 tackles-for-loss and 1.5 sacks on the season. On Friday night, Rhyan and the Jackets will travel up to Benton to try and tame the Tigers. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight #20 – David Nadeau
The 20th Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2024 shines brightly upon offensive lineman No. 63 David Nadeau. Nadeau is a member of the offensive line that has paved the way for the Byrd offense to average 388 yards and 34 points per game. On Friday night, David and the Jackets will take on the Natchitoches Central Chiefs. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight #18 – James Logan
The 18th Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2024 shines brightly upon defensive back No. 11 James Logan. Through five games, Logan has registered 19 total tackles, including 12 solo stops, two interceptions and one pass break up. On Friday night, James and the Jackets travel to Independence Stadium to battle the Huntington Raiders. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight #19 – Tanner Murrell
The 19th Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2024 shines brightly upon offensive lineman No. 79 Tanner Murrell. Murrell is a member of the offensive line that has paved the way for the Byrd offense to average 386 yards and 36 points per game. On Friday night, Tanner and the Jackets travel to Independence Stadium to battle the Huntington Raiders. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight #17 – Daniel Jovic
The 17th Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2024 shines brightly upon defensive lineman No. 96 Daniel Jovic. Jovic is a member of Byrd’s Purple Swarm Defense that’s limiting opposing offenses to less than 300 yards a game. On Friday night, Daniel and the Jackets travel to Independence Stadium to battle the Huntington Raiders. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight #16 – Joshua Hutson
The 16th Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2024 shines brightly upon offensive lineman No. 69 Joshua Hutson. Hutson is a member of the offensive line that has paved the way for the Byrd offense to average 386.8 yards and 36.2 points per game. On Friday night, Joshua and the Jackets travel to south Bossier City to face the Parkway Panthers. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight #15 – Quinton Hilliard
The 15th Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2024 shines brightly upon running back No. 24 Quinton Hilliard. In four games, Hilliard has rushed for 289 yards on 26 carries and has averaged over 11 yards per carry. He leads the team with six rushing touchdowns. On Friday night, Quinton and the Yellow Jackets will face the Parkway Panthers in south …
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight #14 – Evan Hayes
The 14th Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2024 shines brightly upon offensive lineman No. 76 Evan Hayes. Hayes is a member of the offensive line that has paved the way for the Byrd offense to average 386.3 yards and 36.7 points per game. On Friday night, Evan and the Jackets travel to Harvey, La., to battle the John Ehret Patriots. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight #13 – Sam Greer
The 13th Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2024 shines brightly upon linebacker No. 3 Sam Greer. Greer, who led the team in tackles last year with 98, including six double-digit tackle games, has picked up where he left off by logging double-digit tackles in two of Byrd’s three games this season. On Friday night, Sam and the Yellow Jackets will …
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight #12 – Kian Fox
The 12th Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2024 shines brightly upon strong safety No. 40 Kian Fox. Fox is a member of Byrd’s Purple Swarm Defense that’s allowing just 12 points a game. Kian and the Yellow Jackets travel to Evangel on Friday night to battle the Eagles. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight #11 – Cameron Evans
The 11th Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2024 shines brightly upon strong safety No. 17 Cameron Evans. Evans’ first career interception came in Byrd’s 26-10 season-opening win over the St. Amant Gators. It was one of three picks for the Purple Swarm Defense in the game. Cameron and the Yellow Jackets face the Evangel Eagles on Friday night. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight #7 – Jackson Cooper
The seventh Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2024 shines brightly upon kicker and wide receiver No. 86 Jackson Cooper. Cooper pulls double duty as a kicker and a wide receiver. In addition to seeing action as a punter and kicker in 2023, he had a big 27-yard reception against Southwood. Jackson and the Yellow Jackets open the 2024 season tonight …
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight #6 – Mason Coenen
The sixth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2024 shines brightly upon tackle No. 58 Mason Coenen. Coenen earned a starting tackle spot last season and was part of an offensive line that helped the Jackets average over 300 rushing yards and 27 points a game. Mason and the Yellow Jackets open the season tonight at St. Amant. #StingEm
2024 Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – #5 Elijah Chembles
The fifth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2024 shines brightly upon center No. 60 Elijah Chembles. Chembles was part of an offensive line that helped the Jackets average over 300 rushing yards a game in 2023. Elijah and the Yellow Jackets face the Captain Shreve Gators tonight in the 2024 Jamboree. #StingEm
2024 Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – #4 Braylen Buckingham
The fourth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2024 shines brightly upon tight end No. 80 Braylen Buckingham. A Byrd legacy, Buckingham is one of six returning offensive starters in 2024. See Braylon and the Yellow Jackets battle the Captain Shreve Gators tonight in the 2024 Jamboree. #StingEm
2024 Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – #3 Ayden Boutte
The third Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2024 shines brightly upon offensive guard No. 50 Ayden Boutte. Boutte saw playing time last season and is expected to compete for the starting right guard spot this season. See Ayden and the Yellow Jackets take on rival Captain Shreve tonight in the 2024 Jamboree. #StingEm
2024 Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – #2 Harrison Ayres
The second Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2024 shines brightly upon quarterback No. 25 Harrison Ayres. Ayres took over as the Jackets’ starting quarterback in week three last season. He rushed for 340 yards and four touchdowns and averaged nearly five yards a carry. See Harrison and the Yellow Jackets battle the defending Non-Select Div. I State Champion Ruston Bearcats …
2024 Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – #1 Kaiden Abraham-Miller
The first Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2024 shines brightly upon defensive back No. 14 Kaiden Abraham-Miller. Abraham-Miller’s first quarter interception in the 2023 regular season finale against Natchitoches Central allowed him to set the single-season interception record with six. Kaiden and the Yellow Jackets scrimmage the defending Non-Select Div. I State Champion Ruston Bearcats tonight at Byrd’s Bundrick Field. …
Run the City 5K & Fun Run
Hosted by C.E. Byrd Football Booster Club Saturday, June 29, 2024 • 7:30 a.m.-Fun Run, 8:00 a.m. 5k C.E. Byrd Football Field 3201 Line Ave, Shreveport, LA 71104 The mission of the C.E. Byrd Football Booster Club is to uphold and enhance the storied legacy of our football program, ensuring its competitiveness and sustaining our century-long winning tradition. Through dedicated …
GIRLS’ LACROSSE PLAYING AT FREEDOM FIELDS IN BOSSIER 3PM THIS SATURDAY!
Come out and support NOT only your LADY LAXERS, but the Boys Lacrosse Teams as well! This Saturday, Feb 17th at 3pm–Freedom Fields 2810 E Texas St, Bossier City! Ladies play at 3pm, Boys JV at 5pm and Boys Varsity at 7pm. This is an awesome venue!
The 2024 Byrd Yellow Jackets
2024 Byrd Yellow Jackets Front Row – Seniors (l to r): Hunter Koos, Grant Johnson, Will Metrejean, Ryan Lee, Tyler Wooldridge Second Row – Juniors (l to r): Parker Townsend, John Horton, Cooper LaCoste, Kade Hines; Third Row – Juniors (l to r): Ben Walls, Zach Wilburn, Julien Vinet, Joshua Vienne, Jacob Harris Fourth Row – Sophomores (l to …
2024 Byrd Baseball Buzz Bash
C.E. Byrd Baseball Buzz Bash is Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, from 7-11 p.m. at The Remington Garage. Buffet dinner with silent and live auctions, live music and a cash bar. $50 donation with all proceeds going to the Yellow Jackets’ baseball program.
2023 Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – #97 Mattias Franklin
The 17th Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight of 2023 shines brightly upon defensive lineman No. 97 Mattias Franklin. Franklin has started every game at defensive tackle and has 14 tackles and 3.5 tackles-for-loss. Mattias and the Yellow Jackets will travel to Metairie to face the Jesuit Blue Jays in the first round of the LHSAA’s Select Div. I Playoffs on Friday, …