Athletic Department Philosophy
The LSU Alexandria Athletic Department is committed first and foremost to the health and well being of all of its student-athletes. The academic progress of each student-athlete is the focal point of the coaches and administrators, with the ultimate goal being to help all student-athletes earn their undergraduate degrees.
Personal growth of each student-athlete is the next priority of the Athletic Department. The LSU Alexandria athletics program strives to develop character, integrity, and leadership skills in all student-athletes. The University’s student-athletes will develop a good sportsmanship mentality, which will play a vital role in their maturation process into productive adult citizens.
Finally, LSU Alexandria strives to give every student-athlete the opportunity to compete athletically at a competitive level. This will be accomplished through excellent coaching, resources, facilities, and conference and sports association affiliation.
Mission Statement
Consistent with the University’s mission, the Athletic Department will strive for excellence by offering students quality programs to develop meaningful standards of scholarship, leadership, community service, and sportsmanship within the educational and social environment of the University.
Purpose Statement
It is the purpose of the Athletic Department to create and maintain a first class intercollegiate athletic program in order to assist the University in recruiting, retaining, and educating students in a way that enables the University to meet the educational needs of Central Louisiana.
Vision Statement
The Athletic Department will strive to become the “model’ National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) athletic program.