LHS softball player signs to play at LSUE next year

LaSalle High senior Landri Campbell signed last week to play softball for Louisiana State University at Eunice (LSUE). Those shown are (left to right) Principal Kara Masling, LHS Softball Head Coach Derek White, signee Landri Campbell; her brother, Ross Campbell and her mother, Dusti Campbell. The signing was celebrated by family, teammates and friends with refreshments in the LHS Auditorium.

Sports

January 18, 2022

LaSalle High Class of 2022 graduate Landri Campbell signed last week to play softball for Louisiana State University at Eunice (LSUE) in Eunice. The signing was celebrated by family, teammates and friends with refreshments at the LHS Auditorium. Campbell will serve as a pitcher for the LSUE Lady Bengal softball team.

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