Coach’s Corner features a weekly conversation with a local coach about their team, the season and the challenges ahead. Coach’s Corner is presented by Liggio Insurance.
Coach’s Corner: Sara Robichaux — Episcopal School of Acadiana Volleyball
Featured in Episode 13 · October 29, 2026
Presented by Liggio Insurance
Episcopal School of Acadiana volleyball coach Sara Robichaux joins Eric Mouton to discuss the Lady Falcons’ tradition, her path from playing at UL to coaching, and the mentors who helped shape her career. She reflects on taking over the program in 2020 and maintaining its competitive standard.
The interview also looks at this season’s team and the Spooktacular tournament at ESA’s Cade campus. Robichaux describes a demanding field, a festive Halloween atmosphere and the work that goes into preparing the team for the postseason. Rankings and previews reflect the time of the interview.
Listen from 21:15 for the introduction and interview.
Hear the full discussion in Episode 13 of the ASN Podcast.
Episode 12: Tommy Dean — Athletic Training at Loreauville High School
Featured in Episode 12 · Updated October 23, 2026
Tommy Dean of Louisiana Athletic Care joins Eric Mouton in Liggio Insurance Coach’s Corner to discuss the work athletic trainers do behind the scenes. Now working full-time at Loreauville High School, Dean reflects on his path through collegiate athletics, professional sports and high school programs.
The interview follows a Friday game day from early preparation and taping to equipment checks and postgame care. Dean also discusses how athletic trainers monitor heat conditions, coordinate emergency plans and respond to suspected concussions. The conversation recognizes the professionals helping athletes across Acadiana prepare and compete safely. Listen beginning at 18:27.
Hear the full discussion in Episode 12 of the ASN Podcast.
Episode 11: Lewis Cook — Notre Dame High School, Crowley
Featured in Episode 11 · Updated October 16, 2026
Notre Dame head coach Lewis Cook joins Charlie Jaubert in Liggio Insurance Coach’s Corner to discuss a career spanning 53 seasons, including his 30th year at Notre Dame. In the interview, Cook describes the adjustments that helped the Pioneers reach 6–0 and explains his approach to the three stages of a football season: pre-district, district and playoffs.
His focus remains on execution, steady improvement and playing the team’s best football late in the season. The conversation offers a look at the adaptability and relationships behind a long coaching career. Listen beginning at 13:56.
Listen to Episode 11 of the ASN Podcast for the full discussion.
Episode 10: Mike Bourgeois — Episcopal School of Acadiana
Featured in Episode 10 · Updated October 9, 2026
Episcopal School of Acadiana athletic director Mike Bourgeois joins Liggio Insurance Coach’s Corner to discuss the people and planning behind Ain’t No Shade in Cade and ESA’s Spooktacular volleyball tournament. He reflects on 29 years at ESA, his start coaching at St. Thomas More High School, and the staff who keep major school events running smoothly.
The interview explores ESA’s swimming, cross-country and volleyball programs, along with the school’s basketball-season homecoming tradition. Bourgeois describes a cross-country event welcoming more than 900 runners across its divisions and a 24-school volleyball tournament with a festive atmosphere. Listen beginning at 14:25.
Listen to Episode 10 of the ASN Podcast for the full discussion.
Episode 9: Kent Masson — Opelousas Catholic High School Football
Featured in Episode 9 · October 2, 2026
Opelousas Catholic High School head football coach Kent Masson joined Coach’s Corner, presented by Liggio Insurance, to discuss his path from sports broadcasting to teaching and coaching. The conversation highlighted the Vikings’ defense and the need to finish drives in the red zone.
Recorded before the Week 5 meeting with Westminster Christian Academy in Opelousas, the interview also explored the local rivalry and the school’s close-knit campus. Masson discussed connecting younger players with the varsity program and building continuity as they move through school. Listen beginning at 17:11.
Hear more in the ASN Podcast.
Episode 8: Terry Hebert — Teurlings Catholic Volleyball
September 2026 · Presented by Liggio Insurance
Teurlings Catholic High School volleyball coach Terry Hebert joins Eric Mouton to discuss building a sustained championship program, developing young setters and preparing players for demanding competition. Hebert credits assistant coach and wife Meredith with a major role in the Rebels’ success and reflects on eight consecutive state championships followed by three runner-up finishes—11 straight appearances in the finals.
The conversation explores this season’s growth against strong tournament opponents, the value of learning from losses and the upcoming home match against Westminster Christian Academy of Opelousas. Listen beginning around 17:18 in Episode 8 of the ASN Podcast.
Episode 7: Brent Indest — Abbeville High School Football
2026 season · Week 3 preview · Presented by Liggio Insurance
Abbeville High School head football coach Brent Indest joined ASN to discuss rebuilding the Wildcats through accountability, consistent preparation and a stronger finish in the fourth quarter. With a roster of just over 30 players, Indest explained how depth and experience shape the challenges facing his team.
Looking ahead to Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy’s visit for Abbeville’s homecoming game on September 18, Indest praised ARCA’s physical runner, efficient passing game and improvement between the first two weeks. He emphasized better passing, more downhill running and correct defensive alignment as priorities for the Wildcats. The interview also explored the coaches who inspired him and the responsibility that comes with developing young athletes.
Listen beginning around 21:48 in Episode 7 of the ASN Podcast, and see our Perfect Fitz Game of the Week preview for ARCA at Abbeville.
Episode 6: Sara Landraneu — COLA Aquatics
2026 season · Featured in Episode 6 of the Acadiana Sports Network Podcast.
Sara Landraneu joined Eric for the Liggio Insurance Coach’s Corner to introduce fans to Acadiana high school swimming. The City of Lafayette Aquatics head age-group coach, who also runs its high school swim league, discussed the preparation swimmers put in over the summer and the mix of individual races and relays that makes each meet a team effort.
Landraneu explained the league’s regular-season, district and regional competition and how qualifying times factor into reaching the state meet. She also highlighted the depth of local swimming talent and the excitement around teams entering the season. The conversation offers families and first-time spectators a helpful introduction to a sport ASN is following throughout the fall.
Hear the interview beginning around 19:30 in Episode 6, and visit our swimming page for ASN’s Reach Award recognition.
