Our focus will remain on the success of every student Grambling State University. "Obviously we don't want them to be cut or lose their scholarships or whatever that might be or whatever that might look like. 2 min read Grambling State has announced it will be conducting an independent review of its volleyball program. I think the tone and tenor is that she cut the entire team, in fact, she intended to keep four or five, Scott said. Gramblings new volleyball coach cut the ENTIRE team (19 players), leaving them scrambling without scholarships wondering what to do next.. the school is supporting her decision. cat: 'sports', Florida A&M - (); : div_id: 'div-gpt-ad-rightrail-2', I think 14 or 15 coming on board at some point, so in terms of things, I hate to say out with the old, but in with the new a little bit, Howard said. subcat: '', 11:36 AM. We have a goal as an institution and a vision as well to win and thats first and foremost., Howard says athletic leaders with the university wish the players whose scholarships were not renewed future success. Toll-free 1-800-569-4714. KSLA also reached out to Coach Lucas for a comment on the situation. url: 'new,volleyball,coach,at,grambling,cuts,entire,roster', At the end of the day, Coach Lucas has a goal, has a vision. Grambling, Louisiana 71245 (318) 274-3811. Georgieva, Zyonn (Photo: Getty Images) The Grambling State University volleyball coach who cut the entire team and revoked their scholarships has been fired, the school has announced . October 9, 2022, Hide/Show Additional Information For Grambling State University's (GSU) new head volleyball coach Chelsey Lucas was hired in February to advance the team. As the head coach of the Grambling State University Volleyball team, the decisions are made for the entire GSU Volleyball Program. Theres now a petition with nearly 2,500 signatures demanding that the former Grambling players get their spots back and that Lucas as well as Gramblings athletic director, lose their jobs. Alabama A&M - page_type: 'article', GRAMBLING, La. Please enter your username or email address to reset your password. Women of Power TECH, PODCASTS The official 2020-21 Women's Volleyball schedule for the . The University of Arkansas Pine-Bluff and Alcorn State University. Obviously, we dont want them to be cut or lose their scholarships or whatever that might be or whatever that might look like.. 403 Main Street. Florida A&M - ); The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. Yr. Ht. Currently, the players future like many of her teammates is uncertain. ); The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. September 9, 2022, Hide/Show Additional Information For Centenary Gameday Program. After notifying the. Grambling State University has announced that it will reinstate the volleyball team's scholarships after former head coach Chelsey Lucas terminated them during her short tenure, WAFB 9. }); window.tude = window.tude || { cmd: [] }; I want to provide some fact. Investigate positions, occupations, and/or career fields. L: Peterson , Lorenzo (0-1), Game Recap: Baseball | 3/3/2023 11:14:00 PM | Curtis Ford. Belmont - Learn more in the story from Mia Berry at ESPN below. Grambling fires volleyball coach. It all started with a message posted on April 5 by the Twitter account Grambling State Volleyball Fans which reported that Lucas "cuts the entire volleyball team." 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ADIDAS ANNOUNCES RENEWAL & EXTENSION OF GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY PARTNERSHIP, Lady Tigers Season Ends in SWAC Quarterfinals. "I hate to say out with the old, but in with the new a little bit," Howard said. We have a goal as an institution and a vision as well to win, and that's first and foremost.". Women of Power Summit window.tude = window.tude || { cmd: [] }; "While student-athletes are granted athletic scholarships, a scholarship is not guaranteed and not binding, per NCAA rules and regulations.". Lucas released a statement on Thursday to address students and families feelings about her future plans for the team. There is no volleyball roster posted on Grambling's official athletics website and Howard said he couldn't release that information at this time. Kyle, Sheila Grambling Volleyball Lady Tiger speaks out. Now, some are calling the move unprecedented after all 19 players were released from the team Monday, April 4. Fans can also purchase single game tickets for $5. The Warhawks swept a weekend series from the Tigers, winning 15-0, 7-6 and 23-12 on Feb. 21-23, 2020. As of now, she explained that it would be difficult to transfer without assurances the academic credits accumulated at Grambling would be accepted at another school or whether there is a potential roster spot available elsewhere. cnx.cmd.push(function() { }); !function(n){if(!window.cnx){window.cnx={},window.cnx.cmd=[];var t=n.createElement('iframe');t.display='none',t.onload=function(){var n=t.contentWindow.document,c=n.createElement('script');c.src='//cd.connatix.com/connatix.player.js',c.setAttribute('async','1'),c.setAttribute('type','text/javascript'),n.body.appendChild(c)},n.head.appendChild(t)}}(document); October 3, 2021, Hide/Show Additional Information For FOLLOW GRAMBLING STATE ATHLETICS Last week, Lucas notified the institutions administration that she would be making necessary changes to the volleyball teams rostershe cut all 19 players. The player also alleged that she was subjected to bullying by Lucas that involved being singled out and treated harshly for mistakes which resulted in a team punishment. Trayvean Scott, in an interview with a Louisiana television station, dispelled rumors that head coach Chelsey Lucas was bringing an entire team to replace current players and prospective recruits. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. 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BLACK ENTERPRISE is the premier business, investing, and wealth-building resource for African Americans. My decision was to not to bring back some of the current student-athletes on the team. It all started with a message posted Monday by the Twitter account Grambling State Volleyball Fans which reported that head coach Chelsey Lucas "cuts the entire volleyball team.". About Of course and I didnt cry in there, but I did when I left and it just hurts really bad, the fact that it was snatched away so fast, Harris said. McNeese State - kw: 'mandc,chelsey-lucas,grambling-state-university', Scott also said that he supports Lucas autonomy to make roster changes, and any players with concerns were encouraged to discuss them. She said that we werent able to practice much, which we werent and she said based off of that, she was not able to renew my scholarship, so I didnt really get any time to show what I could do. Registry of Corporate Directors. env: 'prod', aid: '791710', Biography. The Grambling State athletics department announced Tuesday the termination of volleyball coach Chelsey Lucas. | Season tickets for the 2023 Grambling State University baseball season are on sale now. GRAMBLING, La. Copyright 2022 KSLA. Nunez Sierra, Antia She (Lucas) said, I bet you didnt think you would see me again,' an anonymous player accused Lucas of saying during an initial team meeting where allegedly comparisons were made between the Grambling roster and the UAPB roster. Box Score Women's Volleyball at November 18, 2022 6:30 p.m. ABOUT We didnt practice or show her any of our skills.. In the weeks following her appointment, Lucas cold nature with the players continued. (4) Alabama State - September 10, 2022, Hide/Show Additional Information For Last week, Lucas notified the institution's. The loss dropped the Tigers to 9-19 overall and 8-9 in the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC). LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. | It was a tough night for the Grambling State University baseball team, as the Tigers suffered a 17-2 defeat in eight innings to Florida A&M in the opening game of the Ralph Garr-Bill Lucas HBCU Classic at Coolray Field on Friday evening. cnx({ The team was notified about the change in the roster. November 19, 2021, Willis Reed Court at the Fredrick C. Hobdy Assembly Center. "When I was in there and she told me, my heart completely broke. LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. | It was a tough night for the Grambling State University baseball team, as the Tigers suffered a 17-2 defeat in eight innings to Florida A&M in the opening game of the Ralph Garr-Bill Lucas HBCU Classic at Coolray Field on Friday evening. Williams, Adaizah "Just as the transfer portal empowers student-athletes," Scott said in a statement, "our coaches are also empowered to make the decisions they deem necessary to advance their programs.". It was not that long ago that newly hired Grambling State University head volleyball coach Chelsey Lucas made national news by "firing" (cutting) the entire team she inherited. Central Baptist - Alabama State - But some say Davius Richard should hold the title, SWAC found incorrect application of rules in controversial Alabama State-Alabama A&M finish, Isaiah Land and Mark Evans will be at the NFL Combine. It reads, Just as the transfer portal empowers student-athletes, our coaches are also empowered to make the decisions they deem necessary to advance their programs.. So, I hate to say out with the old, but in with the new a little bit.. Days after it was suggested that Grambling States new volleyball coach had cut the entire roster, the schools athletic director attempted to clarify what transpired within the program. INFORMATION It was the first time since the Tigers went 22-9 during the 1979-80 season that GSU amassed 20 wins. Obviously, we dont want them to be cut or lose their scholarships or whatever that might be or whatever that might look like. For her to stay there and keep that thought in the back of her mind that, Im supposed to be out there. I dont think its healthy mentally for her to stay, he said. GSU Athletic Director Dr. Trayveon Scott also issued a statement this week. tude.refreshAdsViaDivMappings([ { Alcorn State - Alabama A&M - We have a goal as an institution and a vision as well to win and thats first and foremost.. The decision, its her decision to make, and shes got some quality players coming on board. Borders, Paige (KSLA) - In a bold move, Grambling State University's new head volleyball coach has decided to cut the entire team.