Football
Senior class led Destrehan out of slump, into championship game
The phrase “it’s darkest before dawn” doesn’t always hold true. But for a tough-minded group of Destrehan players and coaches, a belief it was the case. […]
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Destrehan alums help propel LSU to SEC title game
As LSU continues to roll in what’s been a season for the ages, three former Destrehan alums have helped propel the Tigers into the SEC Championship Game and a 12-0 start […]
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Destrehan rides second half wave to semifinal victory – and to the Superdome
After it found itself in the rare position of being counted out of the championship mix by many observers at midseason, Destrehan’s played with a huge chip on its shoulder, game after game after game. […]
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Nine combined from Hahnville, Destrehan earn All-District volleyball honors
Nine Hahnville and Destrehan volleyball players were recognized for their strong play this season when they were named to their respective All-District teams, including five first team selections. […]
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Destrehan hosts Haughton with trip to the Superdome on the line
While there were those who may have written off 2019 as a down year for Destrehan as the Wildcats stood with a record of 4-3, a deep run into the playoffs wouldn’t have necessarily been that difficult for anyone to envision: this is Destrehan, after all. […]
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Sophomore’s clutch field goal spurs Destrehan past West Monroe, into semifinals
A clutch sophomore cemented himself in Destrehan lore Friday night – and his team in the state semifinals. […]
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West Monroe comes to town to face Destrehan, trip to semifinals on the line
It’s a cherished tradition at Destrehan, one made sweeter by the fact that it’s never promised, but earned: donuts on Thanksgiving morning, as the team prepares for a battle in the late rounds of the postseason. […]
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For St. Charles schools, tradition of football excellence was born in ‘49
The passion for football shared by the people of St. Charles Parish is known across the state, as is the rich tradition of winning its high school teams have established. Together, Hahnville and Destrehan high schools have combined for 10 state championship seasons. […]
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Punishing running game, dominant defense spurs Destrehan to quarterfinals
Down 7-0 at Covington in its Class 5A second round matchup, Destrehan took the field for the second half with a clear plan in mind to get on track offensively: run early, run often. […]