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Make that nine straight for NVM Lady Pats

The North Vermilion Middle School Lady Patriots have now won the Vermilion Parish Middle School Basketball Tournament for the ninth year in a row with the same head coach.
They defeated Erath Middle School with a score of 39-16.
Mya Touchet is the head coach of the Lady Patriots, and her team now has an overall record of 22-2.
The Lady Bobcats, who were ranked second in the tournament, kept the game close during the first quarter.
At the end of the first quarter, the score was tied at 2-2.
Over the next three quarters, the Lady Patriots took control and out scored Erath, 35-14.
By halftime, North Vermilion Middle was ahead 15-9.
Kynlee Perro made two three-pointers for Erath, helping her team stay in the game. She ended the night with 11 points.
In the second half, the Lady Patriots found their rhythm on offense, while Erath struggled to keep up.
NVMS out scored EMS 24 to an unknown amount.
Peyton Hebert scored six points, helping NVMS put up 12 points in the third quarter while limiting the Lady Bobcats to just one.
Hebert finished the game with 12 points.
Khyri Kelley contributed 10 points, with six of those coming in the second half.
Other NVMS scorers included Averie Montet with 2 points, Madelyn LeBlanc with 5, and Kia Vallot with 8.
For Erath, Leah Gisclair scored 5 points, Layla Luquette had 2, and Cydni Greene added 1.

Carter leads Patriots over JH Williams

Carter Davis scored 10 points to lead the North Vermilion Middle School Patriots to a 28-23 victory over the J.H. Williams Middle School Wildcats in the Vermilion Parish Basketball Tournament finals last week.
This marks the second consecutive year North Vermilion Middle has won the boys parish tournament.
The tournament was held at Forked Island E.B. Broussard Elementary.
The game remained close throughout, with the Patriots leading 12-11 at halftime and holding a narrow 18-17 advantage after three quarters.
North Vermilion out scored J.H. Williams 10-6 in the final quarter.
Davis contributed four of his 10 points in the fourth quarter. Kabee Allen added a three-pointer in the final period, his only one of the game, and finished with six points.
Cruz Sinegal scored seven points, while Lane Lejeune and Everett Dubois added two and one point, respectively.
The Wildcats made four three-pointers in the game.
Corey Samuels led with three three-pointers and finished with 13 points. Jaiden Huntsberry added one three-pointer and totaled seven points.
Other Wildcat scorers included Mylan Bravo with two points and Brylon Bolden with one.

Louisiana Public Broadcasting (LPB) and the City of Abbeville invite the public to a free advance screening of the LA64 episode featuring Vermilion Parish on Friday, Jan. 30, at 6 p.m. at the Vermilion Parish Library – Abbeville Branch.
The event marks the first public screening of LA64 and the official kickoff of LPB’s new travel series. The full 30-minute Vermilion Parish episode will be shown ahead of the series’ broadcast premiere on Monday, Feb. 2, at 8 p.m. on LPB.
LA64 is a weekly travel series that explores one Louisiana parish per episode. Across its planned five-year run, the series will uncover the culture, customs, cuisine, festivals, folklore, and hidden attractions that define Louisiana’s identity, ultimately visiting all 64 parishes.
The series premieres with Vermilion Parish. “LA64 is about discovery and exploring Louisiana beyond the guidebooks,” said series host Karen LeBlanc. “Every parish has a great story, and Vermilion Parish is a great place for LPB to begin.”
Following the screening, LeBlanc will take part in a brief Q&A with LPB Executive Producer Linda Midgett. The event is free and open to the public, but seating is limited.

Three Vermilion Parish high schools have gone cashless for sporting events.
This change means that only digital payments are accepted for tickets and concessions.
Attendees must use digital payment methods, such as cards or mobile apps, to purchase tickets and concessions, which streamlines the process.
Since the start of the basketball season, North Vermilion High, Abbeville High, and Kaplan High have implemented cashless payment for event entry.
Fans can purchase tickets through the i2 Event Ticket app by scanning a QR code, creating an account, selecting the high school sporting event, and completing the purchase. Tickets may be bought for the current game day or in advance.
After purchase, fans receive an electronic ticket on their phone to present at the gate upon entry.
Alternatively, tickets can be purchased at the venue using a credit or debit card.
Byler reminded the board that the cashless payment method is used at sporting events and concerts throughout the United States.
All payments are deposited directly into the school’s account, eliminating the need for cash handling.
The i2 Event Ticket app charges the fan a $1.20 processing fee per transaction. For a $10 ticket, the fan pays an additional $1.20, and the school receives $8.80.
No money is ever exchanged at the gate.
Superintendent Tommy Byler updated the school board about the progress of the cashless method.
“Our schools are super excited,” said Byler. “No hands touch cash. There are no longer lines. You show your electronic ticket at the gate and walk in.”
Today, North Vermilion and Abbeville use cashless for the entrance and in the concession stands. Kaplan’s basketball concession is working on going cashless.
Erath High School and Gueydan High School have yet to go cashless.
Look for Erath High to go cashless for the spring sports like softball, baseball and track.
Byler said that because no money is being handled, high school students in clubs like BETA can operate the concession stands.

November 1, 1943 — January 18, 2026

A Mass of Christian Burial for Stephen Joseph Langlinais was celebrated by Father Clinton Sensat last week at Our Lady of Lourdes Roman Catholic Church in Erath.
Readers for the Mass were his granddaughters, Alison Bourque and Hannah Granger. Gift bearers were Regan Granger, Olivia Harris, Elizabeth Harris, and Katelyn Earnest. Interment followed immediately at Our Lady of Lourdes Mausoleum.
Stephen Joseph Langlinais was called home to his Heavenly Father at 7 p.m. on January 18, 2026, surrounded by his beloved children.
Known to many as “Mr. Steve,” he was a native of Erath and was raised on a rice and dairy farm, where he and his siblings learned the values of honesty, integrity, and hard work.
His days often began at 4:00 a.m. milking cows, followed by school and football or track practice, then returning home for chores and studying late into the night. He attended Erath High School, graduating as Valedictorian in 1961. During his high school years, he excelled in football and track, earning All-State honors in track all four years and setting multiple school records. He was later inducted into the Erath High School Athletic Hall of Fame.
Stephen went on to attend USL, where he was a member of both the football and track teams. He earned his Bachelor’s degree and later his Master’s degree from LSU. In 1969, he obtained his Professional Engineering license, and in 1971, his Professional Land Surveying license. Shortly thereafter, he founded his land surveying business, S. J. Langlinais & Associates, which he operated from his home for many years before moving to a dedicated office in Abbeville. In addition to running his business, he accepted a professorship at USL at the age of 25 and taught Agriscience for 30 years.
Following his retirement from USL, Stephen was named “Outstanding Alumni of the College of Life Sciences” in 2001. That same year, he was honored as “State Engineer of the Year” by the Louisiana Society of Engineers. He also served for many years as an officer in the local chapter of the Louisiana Society of Professional Surveyors (LSPS), including the role of President. He led his land surveying firm for over 50 years and was recognized by colleagues, peers, associates, and family for his dedication and service at a semi-retirement banquet in 2022.
In his professional life, Stephen also served as an expert witness in numerous cases, offering insight in criminal court proceedings, environmental lawsuits, and matters involving mechanical and boundary-related concepts. He was also known to have written and copyrighted his own drainage calculation software, pioneering the use of computers in engineering drainage design.
He proudly represented the Krewe of Vermilion in 2003 and was crowned King Vermilion IV, serving alongside his youngest daughter as his Queen. In 2005, he was inducted into the Order of Living Legends by the Acadian Museum in Erath.
A lifelong, devout Catholic, Stephen served as a Eucharistic Minister at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church and was a member of the Come Lord Jesus prayer group. He was also a member of Les Curieux, where he enjoyed engaging with community leaders on issues affecting Vermilion Parish.
Stephen married the love of his life, Juliette Marie Toups of Henry, in 1964. Together they shared 57 years of marriage and raised five children. They were later blessed with fifteen grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
He will be remembered as a kind, caring, patient, and genuine gentleman; a devoted professor; and a respected businessman who touched countless lives. Stephen was known for his sense of humor, contagious laugh, strong moral compass, and selflessness. One of his greatest joys was spending time with his grandchildren and taking sincere interest in their activities, sports, and hobbies.
The Langlinais family extends heartfelt gratitude to Mandy and Debbie Baudoin, Norma Broussard, Dorothea “Dot” Babineaux, Linda Lee, Michelle “Mimi” Reaux, and Adrienne Delcambre for the love, care, and companionship they provided to Stephen in the later years of his life. These women held a special place in Stephen’s heart and in the hearts of his family, and their dedication and compassion were beyond measure.
Serving as pallbearers were Craig Langlinais (Stephen’s godson) and his grandsons: Seth Bourque, Cole Bourque, Mason Granger, Grant Kimbell, and Rhett Kimbell. Honorary pallbearers will be Kamren Earnest, Reed Langlinais, John Eric Granger, Luke Harris, David “DJ” Jennings, Logan Harris, Asher Jennings, and Maverick Bourque.
Stephen is survived by his five children: Ann Lori Langlinais Broussard (Lynn), Dana Langlinais Granger (Nathan), Carrie Langlinais Ferrell (Michael), Benjamin Langlinais (Cherie Hollis), and Bethany Langlinais Harris (Everitt); one sister, Charlotte Langlinais Waguespack (Glynn); two brothers, Larry Langlinais (Minette) and Glenwood Langlinais (Jackie), and a special friend Ms. Gloria Newton.
He is also survived by fifteen grandchildren: Seth (Alicia), Cole (Peggy), and Alison Bourque; Mason (Mary), Hannah, Regan, and John Eric Granger; Grant and Rhett (Kaitlin) Kimbell; Dylan Ferrell (Chloe); Reed Langlinais; Olivia, Luke, Elizabeth, and Logan Harris. His five great-grandchildren are Kamren and Katelyn Earnest, DJ and Asher Jennings, and Maverick Bourque.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 57 years, Juliette Toups Langlinais; his parents, Wilfred and Anna Langlinais of Erath; and his grandson, Ross Stephen Granger.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Stephen’s memory to the Ross Granger Memorial Fund or the Parkinson’s Foundation.
Frioux-David Funeral Home of Erath, 209 East Putnam Street, (337) 937-0405 handled the arrangements.