April 27, 2026

West Monroe Convention Center
901 Ridge Ave., West Monroe, LA, 71291

EVENT SCHEDULE

5:30 PM Doors Open
6:00 PM Hype Hour
7:00 PM Awards Show
Event Includes: 
  • A night to remember for athletes !
  • Heavy Hors d’oeuvres
  • Professional Free Photo Ops by Strictly Us
  • Live DJ & Music – Fun and Games
  • Special Guest S.J Tuoghy, Aaron Dietrich, and Gene Ponti
  • Awards Show

All nominees receive a complimentary ticket to the awards show. Athletes will receive a letter from their school / coach containing detailed information on how to claim their ticket and instructions on how to purchase additional tickets and select seating at the same time.

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ATTENTION BAYOU JAMB NOMINEES AND PARENTS!

CONGRATULATIONS to every athlete selected for the 2026 Bayou Jamb Sports Awards.

Athlete nominees are submitted by head coaches. The Bayou Jamb Committee may add additional nominees, and all finalists and winners are selected by the Bayou Jamb Committee.

If your name is on the nominee list… YOU’RE IN – but you MUST claim your ticket!

HOW TO CLAIM YOUR TICKET:

1. Go to bayoujamb.com ( You’re already here)

2. Select “Purchase Ticket” below

3. Select a seat in the yellow section. All athletes must sit together.

4. Enter your name

Your name is your code

5. If you are a parent who would like to attend, select a seat on the map

6. Check Out – That’s it!

About Bayou Jamb Sports Awards

The Bayou Jamb Sports Awards aims to celebrate and honor the outstanding achievements of athletes in Ouachita Parish and schools affiliated with Bayou Jamb through participation. This annual event is dedicated to recognizing the best student-athletes, coaches, and teams across the region while acknowledging those who contribute to the advancement of high school sports, including media professionals, volunteers, and supportive businesses.

Purpose

The Bayou Jamb Sports Awards is more than just an awards ceremony—it’s a celebration of excellence, dedication, and perseverance. It provides a platform to honor the remarkable achievements of our athletes both on and off the field, as well as those who demonstrate exceptional commitment to advancing student-athlete success.

Nomination Process

  • ADs and Head Coaches at eligible schools are asked to submit their top two athletes on offense and defense in each sport.
  • The submitted names are reviewed by a panel of North Louisiana media sports professionals, who then select the finalists for each category.
  • All nominees are invited to attend the celebration for free, with finalists being notified in advance.
  • Winners must be in attendance to receive their award or have a representative receive on their behalf.

Eligible Sports Categories & Schools

  • Football
  • Baseball
  • Softball
  • Boys Basketball
  • Girls Basketball
  • Track and Field (Boys & Girls)
  • Cross Country (Boys & Girls)
  • Boys Soccer
  • Girls Soccer
  • Boys Powerlifting
  • Girls Powerlifting
  • Volleyball
  • Boys Tennis
  • Girls Tennis
  • Golf
  • Cheer
  • Dance

  • Beekman Charter

  • Carroll High School
  • Cedar Creek
  • Claiborne Christian
  • Darbonne Woods Charter
  • Delhi Charter
  • Evangel Academy

  • Franklin Parish

  • Jena High School
  • Jonesboro Hodge
  • Neville High
  • Oak Grove
  • OCS (Ouachita Christian School)
  • Ouachita High
  • Richwood
  • River Oaks
  • Ruston High
  • St. Frederick
  • Sterlington
  • West Monroe
  • West Ouachita
  • Wossman

Co-hosted By

Gene Ponti & Aaron Dietrich

We’re thrilled to welcome Gene Ponti and Aaron Dietrich as the dynamic duo leading this year’s Bayou Jamb Sports Awards! Gene, a seasoned sports broadcaster and the familiar voice behind the Friday Night Scoreboard broadcast , brings his passion for local athletics to the stage. Aaron, an award-winning sports director, is renowned for his dedication to highlighting high school athletes through his “Aaron’s Aces” program. Together, Gene and Aaron promise an unforgettable evening celebrating the outstanding achievements of our student-athletes. Get ready for a night of inspiration, recognition, and community spirit!

Guest Speaker
SJ Tuoghy

Hype Video

Award Nominations

To nominate a student athlete, team or coach for a feature award, complete the nomination form below!