Senior Magen Authement signed a letter of intent to play softball at Millsaps College in Jackson, Mississippi on January 23. Authement has been a student at Academy of Our Lady since 2014 as an eighth grade student. In addition to maintaining a 4.0 GPA, Authement is a member of the National Honor Society, National English Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta, Sparkles of Light and Health Care Club. She is also the captain of the Softball Team. She plans to major in Biology in hopes of one day becoming a doctor. To view photos click on the title of this post.

Seniors Nia Berry, Angelle Bruchi, Grace Hardy and Brionne’ Nelson were honored on January 22 for their dedication to the Academy of Our Lady Soccer Team. A ceremony was held following a 3-1 victory over Franklinton High School where senior players were honored for their achievements throughout their high school soccer career at Academy of Our Lady. To view photos click on the title of this post.

Academy of Our Lady senior Madeline Boudreau formally committed to playing golf at the University of Nebraska Omaha on December 14 by signing a letter of intent. Boudreau, an avid golfer and a member of the Academy of Our Lady golf team, also received scholarship offers from Metropolitan State University of Denver and Lewis University in Illinois. To view photos click on the title of this post.

Academy of Our Lady’s annual Pink Game benefiting Ochsner Cancer Research was held October 9. Academy of Our Lady students painted the gym pink while supporting the volleyball team as they played Belle Chasse High School. Pre-game activities included a pink-themed photobooth hosted by the photography club, tailgate games, a bake sale and a special ceremony coordinated by the Academy of Our Lady Cheerleaders to honor those who have been affected by breast cancer. To view pictures click on the title of this post.

The recent pep rally, hosted by student council and the AOL Cheerleaders, on September 28 honored fall athletic teams including swimming, cross country and volleyball. Members of the 2018 State Championship Bowling Team received their championship rings. Athletes who received district honors last year were presented with their patches for their letterman jackets. The pep rally culminated with the seniors winning the megaphone for the most spirit points! To view photos click on the title of this caption.

A group of Academy of Our Lady Cheerleaders performed during halftime in Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge on Saturday, September 22 as the Louisiana State University Fighting Tigers defeated the Louisiana Tech University Bulldogs. “To experience performing in front of a sold out crowd is unlike any other and it was both nerve racking and exhilarating,” sophomore Kaitlyn Shipley said.

Our Academy of Our Lady Varsity volleyball team beat Carver in 3 sets on September 6th. The scores for the 3 sets were 25-6, 25-6, and 25-14. AOL's team leader in kills was Kacey Lyon with 7. The leader in digs was Emily Eschette with 4. Abbie Robichaux led the team in assists with 8. Kylie Howell and Emily Eschette led the team with 6 aces each. 

The Academy of Our Lady Cheerleaders hosted a three-day Cheer Clinic for girls in pre-k through seventh grade. Girls had the opportunity to sharpen their skills, discover the fundamentals of stunting and learn new cheers all while making new friends! The clinic concluded with a performance showcase for parents, family and friends.

Academy of Our Lady welcomes Frank Palmisano to the athletic staff as the new Head Softball Coach for the 2018-19 school year. Palmisano is a familiar face at Academy of Our Lady as he was previously an assistant softball coach during the 2016-17 school year. He brings with him a wealth of knowledge and more than 30 years of coaching experience as he makes his return to the Academy. To read more about Coach Frank click on the title of this post.

Congratulations to graduate Erin Burkhart who received honorable mention for the 2017-18 All-Metro Top 20 Female Athletes of the Year!

Academy of Our Lady is offering a variety of athletic camps this summer. Click on the title of this post for more information!

Academy of Our Lady athletes were honored by the Westbank Quarterback Club on May 23. The 2018 Bowling Team was honored for their achievement of winning the LHSAA State Championship. Senior Erin Burkart received recognition as the LHSAA Individual State Bowling Champion. Senior Hailee Richard was selected as Academy of Our Lady’s 2017-18 Westbank High School Outstanding Female Athlete of the Year. Richard was also the recipient of the Ennis H. Grundmeyer Memorial Outstanding Westbank High School Female Athlete of the Year award. Click on the title of this post to view photos.

Academy of Our Lady junior Madeline Boudreau placed third in Division I in the 2018 Allstate Sugar Bowl LHSAA State Golf Championship on May 1 at Lex Vieux Chenes in Youngsvilles, Louisiana.

A reception was held on campus April 25 to honor the student athletes at Academy of Our Lady who have committed to play on the collegiate level. Senior Hailee Richard will play volleyball at Spring Hill College in Mobile, Alabama, senior Sofia Lopez will play soccer at Belhaven University in Jackson, Mississippi and senior Erin Burkart will bowl at Mount St. Mary’s University in Emmitsberg, Maryland. To view photos click on the title of this post.

Senior Erin Burkart signed and committed to attending Mount St. Mary’s University in Emmitsburg, Maryland. Mount St. Mary’s University awarded Burkart an Athletic Scholarship for Bowling and a Leadership Grant. Burkart led the bowling team in winning the first State Championship in Academy of Our Lady’s short history. She is also the LHSAA State Singles Bowling Champion. To view more photos click on the title of this post.

The Academy of Our Lady Bowling Team are the LHSAA State Champions! The team won the LHSAA Championships Team Bowling Tournament on April 5 at All Star Lanes in Baton Rouge. To view press coverage click on the title of this post.