Northwestern State University Athletics will host its annual Fall Kickoff Event on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame and Northwest Louisiana History Museum, 800 Front Street in Natchitoches.
The event, which runs from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., is free and open to the public. From 4:30 to 6:00 p.m., attendees will have the opportunity to meet NSU student-athletes, take photos, and pick up NSU-themed giveaways.
At 6:00 p.m., several head coaches will take the stage to share updates on their programs and preview the upcoming seasons. Scheduled speakers include:
Chris Bertrand – NSU Baseball
Jenny Fuller – NSU Softball
Mike Heimerman – NSU Track & Field
Rick Cabrera – NSU Men’s Basketball
Anna Nimz – NSU Women’s Basketball
Ben Kaszeta – NSU Volleyball
Organizers say the event is designed to connect the community with NSU Athletics while building excitement for the year ahead.
For more information, call (318) 357-2492.
