The 13th Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight shines brightly upon fullback No. 26 Devon Strickland. Strickland led the team in rushing in 2021 with 937 yards. He has 426 rushing yards and five touchdowns as well as 10 receptions for 163 yards this season. See Devon and the Yellow Jackets battle the Natchitoches Central Chiefs on Friday, Nov. 4, at Turpin …
The 12th Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight shines brightly upon defensive back No. 25 Jude Partington. Partington has 31 total tackles, two interceptions for 37 return yards and a fumble return of 70 yards for a touchdown. It was the fifth longest fumble return for a touchdown in the 118-year history of Yellow Jackets football. See Jude and the Yellow Jackets battle …
The 11th Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight shines brightly upon defensive end No. 23 Wyatt Watkins. Last Friday, Watkins and the Purple Swarm Defense posted a shutout against the Southwood Cowboys. This season he has totaled 29 tackles, five tackles-for-loss and two sacks. See Wyatt and the Yellow Jackets battle the Natchitoches Central Chiefs on Friday, Nov. 4, at Turpin Stadium …
The 10th Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight shines brightly upon defensive back No. 18 Walker Fox. A two-sport athlete at Byrd, Fox moved from the offensive side to the defensive side of the football this season and has made an immediate impact. He’s totaled 33 tackles, three tackles-for-loss, two pass breakups, a forced fumble and a fumble recovery. See Walker and …
The ninth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight shines brightly upon linebacker No. 15 William Whitman. After missing a couple of games, Whitman has returned to the lineup and has totaled 12 tackles. See William and the Yellow Jackets battle the Haughton Buccaneers on Friday, Oct. 7 at Lee Hedges Stadium. #StingEm #onelove
The eighth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight shines brightly upon No. 14 LaMichael Taylor. Taylor is one of the starting cornerbacks on Byrd’s Purple Swarm Defense, which is allowing opponents only 14 points per game through the first four games. Taylor leads the team with five pass breakups on the season. See LaMichael and the Yellow Jackets battle the Benton Tigers …
The seventh Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight shines brightly upon No. 13 wide receiver Jackson Dufrene. Dufrene has turned heads with his blocking, route running and pass catching abilities. He showed his big-play capabilities against Pleasant Grove as he caught a touchdown pass and had a 49-yard touchdown run on a reverse. See Jackson and the Yellow Jackets clash with crosstown …
The sixth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight shines brightly upon No. 12 quarterback Lake Lambert. A three-year starter at quarterback for the Yellow Jackets, Lambert led Byrd to the 2020 LHSAA Division I State Championship, and he holds an incredible 19-3 record in his 22 starts behind center. See Lake and the Jackets battle crosstown rivals the Calvary Cavaliers on Thursday …
The fifth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight shines on receiver No. 11 Connor Ridenour. Connor came to Byrd after playing youth football in Canada. He is part of Byrd’s receiving corps that helped the Yellow Jackets defeat their crosstown rivals the Huntington Raiders, 46-22 Friday at Lee Hedges Stadium. #StingEm #OneLove
The fourth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight shines upon N0. 10 safety Christian Jones. One of the leaders of Byrd’s Purple Swarm Defense, Jones earned a starting spot early last year because of his nose for the football and playmaking abilities. Jones and the Purple Swarm Defense did not give up any points last week against Pleasant Grove. The Yellow Jackets …
The third Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight shines on No. 9 linebacker Brooks Brossette. An All-District and All-City performer, Brossette led the Purple Swarm Defense with 106 tackles in 2021. His speed and tenacity will be on display tonight when Brooks and the Yellow Jackets battle the Pleasant Grove Hawks. #StingEm #OneLove
Tune to 1130 The Tiger for tonight’s season opener between the Byrd Yellow Jackets and Pleasant Grove Hawks. The Origin Bank Pregame Show begins at 6:30, kickoff at 7 on 103.3 FM and AM 1130 The Tiger, www.1130thetiger.com or on the 1130 The Tiger app. You can also click on the 1130 The Tiger link on the Byrd Football page. …
The second Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 3 running back Josh Allen. Allen is the starting right wingback in Byrd’s multi-option offense. He had a sensational 52-yard run in the Jamboree against Shreve last week. Allen and the Yellow Jackets kickoff the 2022 season against the Pleasant Grove Hawks at 7 p.m. on Friday at Lee Hedges Stadium. #StingEm …
The first 2022 Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 2 defensive back/linebacker Jason Green. He is an integral part of Byrd’s Purple Swarm Defense playing the “Buck” linebacker spot. Green and the Yellow Jackets kickoff the 2022 season versus the Pleasant Grove Hawks at 7 p.m. on Friday at Lee Hedges Stadium. #StingEm
NO NAME POS CL HT WT 1 ABRAM MURRAY PK JR 6’0” 203 2 JASON GREEN CB SR 6’1” 172 3 JOSH ALLEN RB SR 5’10” 178 4 MALACHI JOHNSON RB SO 5’4” 140 5 J.D. GALLMAN QB JR 5’11” 155 6 ASHTON FULLWOOD LB JR 5’9” 203 7 ALEX SCHOONOVER WR SO 6’0” 179 8 DESMOND SIMMONS RB SO …
🎤🚨BROADCAST ALERT 🚨🎙 Thursday’s jamboree between the Byrd Yellow Jackets and Captain Shreve Gators will be broadcast live on AM 1130 & 103.3 FM The Tiger. The broadcast will start at 6 p.m., so the jamboree will be joined in progress. In addition to tuning in on AM 1130 or 103.3 FM, you can listen to Byrd Yellow Jackets Football …
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Click on the link to read the 2022 season preview of the Byrd Yellow Jackets on Crescent City Sports Byrd carries high expectations in 2022 season – Crescent City Sports
Summer workout sessions are available to all football players. Workouts are conducted from 8:00 am to 10:00 am Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays during the summer. Workouts begin on the Byrd Football Field and transition to the Weight Room. Players should enter the field through the gate on Gladstone. Water will be provided to all players and football cleats are not …
* – District 1-5A games ** – Division I Playoffs
Congratulation to the Byrd Football players – Caleb Aillet, Brooks Brossette, Isaiah Ford, Mitchell Ramsey, John Jordan and Michael Hamauei on being selected to The Times All-City Team for 2021. #stingem
The 23rd Raising Cane’s PLAYOFF EDITION Senior Spotlight is No. 92 defensive tackle, Jerquarrius Myles. Myles is a member of the 2021 All Academic Football Team. Jerquarrius and the defense is ready to defend our turf and keep the Brother Martin Crusaders out of the end zone. Quarterfinal showdown this Friday at 7pm! #StingEm
The 22nd Raising Cane’s PLAYOFF EDITION Senior Spotlight is No. 88 starting tight end, Patrick Snead. Patrick has been vital to Byrd’s dynamic offense and district championship. Patrick and the Byrd Yellow Jackets faces Bro. Martin in the playoff quarterfinals this Friday at 7pm at Lee Hedges! #StingEm
The twenty-first Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 76 starting center, Caleb Aillet. Caleb anchors the middle of the offense, and was also just named to the composite all-academic state team. Come cheer on Caleb and the other seniors at Senior Night tonight vs Southwood at Lee Hedges! #StingEm
The twentieth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 43 linebacker and special teamer, Jacoby Smith. Jacoby will be honored this Thursday as Byrd looks to secure a district championship against Southwood at Lee Hedges. Congratulations Jacoby and team! #StingEm
The nineteenth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 67 offensive lineman, Wyatt McCollum. Wyatt is the starting right tackle, and has led with his voice and his effort all season. Wyatt and his line crew are laying it down tonight vs the cross-town rival Gators. #StingEm
The eighteenth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 60 offensive lineman, Guy Stone. Guy is a versatile blocker and plays left and right tackle, opening the running lanes for the Jacket’s potent running attack. Come cheer on Guy as he does it again this Thursday vs the rival Gators! #StingEm
The seventeeth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 58 linebacker and special teamer, Caden Wibben. Caden’s senior leadership will be on display this Thursday at the “Backyard Brawl”, when Byrd battles the Capt. Shreve Gators. Come cheer him on at 7 pm at Lee Hedges! #StingEm
The sixteenth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 51 offensive lineman, Dakota Clark. Dakota is part of an offensive unit that has opened gaps for 933 yards rushing in the last two games. Be there tonight at 7 to cheer on Dakota and the Jackets at Airline. #StingEm
The fifteenth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 36 defensive lineman, JaMichael Davis. JaMichael and his defensive line crew will be wreaking havoc on the Airline Vikings offense this Friday at Airline High School! #StingEm
The fourteenth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 35 linebacker, Anthony Sollazzo. Anthony and his linebacker group have held opponents to 15 points per game in 2021! Come support Anthony and the Jackets this Friday when they visit the Airline Vikings. #StingEm
The thirteenth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 31 defensive back, Craig Carlson. Craig is part of a senior laden defensive backfield and is an integral part of the team’s success. Come cheer Craig and the Jackets to victory on Thursday vs Benton at Lee Hedges. #StingEm
The twelfth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 24 defensive lineman, Paul Stephens. Paul moved from offense to defense this year and brings senior leadership to the unit. Paul and the Yellow Jackets host the Benton Tigers Thursday at Lee Hedges. #StingEm
The tenth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 20 Kicker, Michael Hamauei. Michael has been named special teams POTW for multiple games. He and the Jackets travel to Bossier this Thursday at 7 pm to face District rival, Parkway Panthers. #StingEm
The ninth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 19 Wide Receiver/Cornerback Reed Sepulvado. Reed is a versatile player that sees time at all three phases, and will take the field with the Jackets tonight at 7 pm @ Lee Hedges for the Homecoming tilt with Nat. Central. #StingEm
The eighth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 10 Wide Receiver/Quarterback Logan Pons. Pons was the Offensive POTG versus Haughton, and is a key piece to the Yellow Jackets’ 4-0 start and first district win for 2021. #StingEm
The seventh Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 8 cornerback Ja’Kerryon LaCour, who is part of a senior laden defensive backfield for the Purple Swarm. Come cheer on Ja’Kerryon and the Jackets as they travel east to battle the Haughton Buccaneers this Friday at 7pm. #StingEm.
The sixth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 7 running back and return specialist, Mitchell Ramsey. Mitchell is a three-year starter and First-Team All-District and All-City selection from 2020. He has picked up right where he left off last year, and will lead the Jackets into district play versus Haughton on Friday. #StingEm.
The fifth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 6 safety, Ryan Todd. Ryan is one of 4 seniors in the Purple Swarm defensive backfield. Come cheer on Ryan and the Jackets as they play the Maumelle Hornets at 7 Thursday at Lee Hedges. #StingEm
The fourth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 5 fullback Jacob McClure. Jacob is soon returning from injury, and will make an immediate impact to the team! Come cheer on Jacob and the Jackets as they play Maumelle AR Hornets at 7 at Lee Hedges. #StingEm #raisingcanes
The third Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 4 cornerback Tyler Poland, who is part of a senior laden defensive backfield for the Purple Swarm Defense. #StingEm #RaisingCanes
The second 2021 Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight shines on linebacker Sawyer Benson. Come support Sawyer and the Yellow Jackets as they take on the Tioga Indians at Independence Stadium this Friday at 5:30 p.m. in the Battle on the Border X. #StingEm #OneLove #RaisingCanes
Byrd football has been broadcast live on AM 1130 The Tiger for over 25 years. Charlie Cavell is in his 24th season as the “Voice of the Byrd Yellow Jackets” calling the play-by-play action. Former Byrd fullback Jason Little is the color analyst, while Dr. Kirk Martinson provides sideline reports. Former Byrd offensive lineman Carlton Holland, Marc Weddleton and Chad …
The first 2021 Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight shines on defensive tackle Jack Partington. Come support Jack and the Yellow Jackets as they take on the Huntington Raiders at Independence Stadium this Thursday at 7 pm. #StingEm #OneLove #RaisingCanes
IMPORTANT INFORMATION 2021 CADDO PARISH FOOTBALL JAMBOREE C.E. BYRD VS. CAPTAIN SHREVE (FRESHMEN, JV & VARSITY) Each school keeps 100% of all ticket presales so please select the correct ticket on the ticket page. (LINK BELOW) Presale Tickets $8.00 (available until 8/26 at midnight) Game Day Ticket: $10.00 (available beginning 8/27) Children 5 and under- FREE Byrd vs. Captain Shreve …
2021 C.E. BYRD FRESHMAN FOOTBALL SCHEDULE Scrimmage Fri., Aug. 20 Ruston A Ruston 5 p.m. Jamboree Fri., Aug. 27 Captain Shreve H Lee Hedges 5 p.m. 1 Mon., Aug. 30 Huntington H Byrd 5 p.m. 2 Tue., Sep. 7 Airline A Airline 5 p.m. 3 Mon., Sep. 13 Green Oaks H Byrd 5 p.m. 4 Mon., Sep. 20 Haughton …
MANDATORY FOOTBALL PARENT’S MEETING There’s a mandatory Byrd Football Parent’s Meeting scheduled for Thursday, July 29, 2021 at 6 p.m. in the gymnasium.
NEW REGISTRATION METHOD COMING F0R 2022 SCHOOL YEAR Don’t register below for the 2022-2023 school year or season. 2021 FamilyID – Athlete Registration We are excited to announce that we are now offering the convenience of online registration through FamilyID (www.familyid.com). FamilyID is a secure registration platform that provides you with an easy, user-friendly way to register for our athletic programs, and …
On June 1, 2021, Byrd head football coach Stacy Ballew released the Yellow Jackets’ 2021 football schedule. The schedule includes 10 regular season games, three non-district games and seven District 1-5A games. The Jackets will also play at least one game in the LHSAA’s Division I Playoffs. . 2021 C.E. Byrd Yellow Jackets Football Schedule Date …
This meeting is for incoming freshman and returning junior varsity and varsity football parents. You’ll hear from new head coach Stacey Ballew as well as Booster Club President Todd Benson and many others. You have a chance to register for activities, groups and event pertaining to Byrd Football. You’ll also receive information about summer workouts, physicals as well as the …
The Byrd Football summer weight program begins June 7 and runs through July 23. The weight room will be open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays of each week. Workouts are from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. If you have any questions please contact head coach Stacey Ballew at seballew@caddoschools.org or (318) 364-5480
Acadiana won a second consecutive Class 5A title with standout players on both sides of the ball, but defensive lineman Cameron George ranked among the best. A 6-foot-2, 240-pound senior, George was named the Class 5A Outstanding Defensive Player on the Louisiana Sports Writers Association’s All-State football team. The UL commitment showed an ability to defend against the run and …
0:18 2:32 Carson Bruno has put life as a Byrd student behind him and is ready to move on to the next level. When he completed midterm tests last week, Bruno was finished as a Yellow Jacket scholastically, but he gets at least one more award athletically. He was selected to the LSWA Class 5A All-State first team Sunday along with …
Beginning at 8 am this morning we will have a limited number of tickets for sale. Please park and enter through the doors on the SOUTHEAST CORNER next to the student parking lot. The front of the school is closed for repairs. PLEASE DON’T STOP OR PARK IN FRONT OF THE SCHOOL! See you at 8 this morning. Mr. Badgley
Byrd Parents: If you attempted to purchase tickets last night and were kicked out, put on hold, etc., but you entered your credit card number, please check the NSU Ticket site again. You may have successfully purchased tickets and don’t know it. Many people also made multiple purchases and don’t realize it. If you have extra tickets, please let our …
Tickets go on sale at 6 pm Sunday. Go to www.NSUTickets.com. Price $25. Everyone pays regardless of age, even babies.
From Mr. Bagley: Tickets for the Division I LHSAA State Championship game between our C.E. Byrd Yellow Jackets and Catholic (Baton Rouge) on December 27th will be $25. These tickets will go on sale either Sunday or Monday at NSUtickets.com NSU has a clear bag policy in their stadium. No regular ‘purses’ or bags allowed. We will find out the …
Jimmy Watson Shreveport Times The NCAA’s Early Signing Period won’t see spectacular numbers of athletes from Northwest Louisiana schools making college selections, according to responses submitted to The Times. Among the 33 area coaches responding, it appears just five area football players will sign during the early period, which runs Wednesday through Friday. Byrd, which will play for the LHSAA …
AD 0:15 Julie Fitzpatrick was a nervous wreck standing in the end zone at Lee Hedges Stadium Friday night in the LHSAA Division I semifinal matchup between Byrd and John Curtis. Her baby, Jason Little, was part of the biggest error of the game for the Jackets early in the fourth quarter while filling in for quarterback Lake Lambert. But …
Parents/fans: The only information I have at this time about our state championship game v. Catholic High is that we are the home team and thus would be assigned to the press box side of the stadium. We do not have the date/time, number of tickets allocated for sale, or their cost. As soon as we get this information I …
Byrd Football congratulates head coach Mike Suggs, and says thank you for all you do and have done for the players and the program.
Byrd Football would like to thank our assistant coaches, whose passion, time, effort, energy, dedication and investment in the lives of young men is deeply appreciated and will benefit them for years to come. #AlwaysDeepWithinOurHearts #StingEm
Byrd Football would like to give special thanks to certified athletic trainer Cordarius Wayne from Willis-Knighton Sports Medicine and the staff of student trainers and managers who’ve taken great care of the Yellow Jackets throughout this incredible season. Thanks for all of your hard work!
The 25th Senior Spotlight is brought to you by Shapen Toyota and shines on defensive lineman William Anderson. Anderson has recorded seven tackles, including one for loss, this season. He’s an integral part of Byrd’s Purple Swarm Defense that’s allowing just 12.4 points per game.
The 24th Senior Spotlight is brought to you by Rotolo’s Craft & Crust and shines on defensive lineman Carson Bruno. A 3-year starter, Bruno has been a standout on Byrd’s Purple Swarm Defense. He’s registered 27 tackles, 4 tackles-for-loss, 1.5 sacks, 1 fumble recovery on the year. Bruno has verbally committed to continue his football career at Louisiana Tech.
The 23rd Senior Spotlight is brought to you by Cantina Laredo and shines on defensive lineman Jordan Hardy. Hardy is a part of Byrd’s Purple Swarm Defense which is allowing just 12.4 points and 180.9 yards per game.