Spencer Chrisman

WAFB Digital Content Producer

Baton Rouge, La

Spencer Chrisman is a native of Walker, Louisiana who is returning to the media world after a 5-year absences.

He started working in media in 2011 with KALB in Alexandria, Louisiana as a multimedia journalist, and helped cover the LSU football team in the 2011 SEC Championship Game.

Spencer has been part of the WAFB team before as an intern with the 9Sports in 2012. He has recently worked as a freelancer helping shoot local high school football for Sportsline Friday Night, and a producer for 9Sports Extra.

Contact Spencer via email at spencer.chrisman@wafb.com.

Education:

Louisiana College: Major Print/Broadcast Journalism
Walker High School

Recent Articles by Spencer

Former LSU TE Arik Gilbert back in transfer portal

Former LSU tight end Arik Gilbert announced via Twitter on Sunday, Feb. 28 that he has re-entered the transfer portal.

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Published March 1, 2021 at 8:21 AM

LSU RF Dylan Crews named SEC Freshman of the Week

The Southeastern Conference (SEC) on Tuesday, Feb. 22 named LSU right fielder Dylan Crews has the SEC Freshman of the Week after a stellar performance for the Tigers in the opening three games of the 2021 season.

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Published February 23, 2021 at 12:57 PM

Mistakes too much for Tigers to overcome as they fall to Air Force 6-5

The No. 7 ranked LSU Tigers (1-1) couldn’t overcome mistakes in their 6-5 loss to the Air Force Eagles (1-1) on Sunday Feb. 21.

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Published February 21, 2021 at 3:36 PM

LSU dominates Auburn 104-80, freshman phenom drops 27 points

The Tigers (14-6, 9-4 SEC) dominated the Auburn Tigers (11-12, 5-9 SEC) 104-80 in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center on Saturday, Feb. 20. LSU as a team shot 53.4 percent from the floor and 50.0 percent from behind the arc.

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Published February 20, 2021 at 5:23 PM

Tigers pitching staff strikes out 14 in 6-1 win over Air Force

LSU baseball is finally back at Alex Box, Skip Bertman Field to start the 2021 season as the No. 12 ranked Tigers took down Air Force 6-1.

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Published February 20, 2021 at 4:27 PM

LSU adds four-star Isidore Newman WR for class of 2022

LSU football has landed another huge commitment for the class of 2022 in adding four-star wide receiver AJ Johnson from Isidore Newman.

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Published February 19, 2021 at 3:35 PM

LSU’s Jaden Hill named to Golden Spikes Watch List

LSU junior right-hander Jaden Hill has been named to the Golden Spikes Award Watch List announced by USA Baseball on Thursday, Feb. 18.

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Published February 19, 2021 at 3:16 PM

LSU baseball season opener postponed until Saturday

LSU baseball has adjusted their schedule for opening weekend at Alex Box Stadium, Skip Bertman Field due to team travel issues throughout the nation.

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Published February 17, 2021 at 2:05 PM

SEC postpones all of Thursday’s basketball games

The Southeastern Conference (SEC) announced on Wednesday, Feb. 17 that all basketball games for men and women scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 18 have been postponed.

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Published February 17, 2021 at 10:52 AM

On Monday, Feb. 15 two LSU Tigers earned weekly honors from the Southeastern Conference Player (SEC) after impressive wins over the Mississippi State Bulldogs and No. 16 Tennessee Volunteers.

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Published February 16, 2021 at 6:30 AM

LSU men’s basketball to play Ole Miss on Feb. 18

The LSU men’s basketball team will look to extend their winning streak to three games as they are scheduled to travel to Ole Miss on Thursday, Feb. 18.

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Published February 15, 2021 at 6:57 PM

LSU upsets No. 16 Tennessee 78-65, freshman Cam Thomas leads the way with 25

The LSU men’s basketball team got a huge win to add to their resume as they upset the No. 16 ranked Tennessee Volunteers 78-65 in the Pete Maravich Center, freshman Cam Thomas led the way with 25 points.

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Published February 13, 2021 at 3:36 PM

Friday, February 12: Number of coronavirus cases, deaths in Louisiana

Friday, Feb. 12: Number of coronavirus cases, deaths in La.

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Published February 12, 2021 at 11:52 AM

Tigers land transfer LB Mike Jones Jr. from Clemson

The LSU Tigers continue to hit the recruiting trail hard this off-season and have now filled an immediate need at the linebacker position in landing transfer Mike Jones Jr. from Clemson.

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Published February 10, 2021 at 12:06 PM

Friday, February 5: Number of coronavirus cases, deaths in Louisiana

Friday, Feb. 5: Number of coronavirus cases, deaths in La.

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Published February 5, 2021 at 11:52 AM

LSU men’s basketball game against Florida postponed due to COVID-19

The LSU men’s basketball game against Florida scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 6 at the Pete Maravich Center has been postponed due to COVID-19.

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Published February 5, 2021 at 10:19 AM

LSU names Andre Carter as new defensive line coach

Head coach Ed Orgeron has finally finished filling out his coaching staff.

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Published January 29, 2021 at 11:25 AM

The 2021 LSU baseball schedule has been released including, 10 three-game Southeastern Conference series. No. 7 LSU will play 28 games against teams ranked in the Collegiate Baseball preseason Top 50.

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Published January 19, 2021 at 4:53 PM

REPORT: Ryan Nielsen to stay with Saints, was target for LSU DC

LSU was reportedly close to naming Saints defensive line coach Ryan Nielsen as its next defensive coordinator on Monday, Jan. 18, but it didn’t happen and the Tigers are still searching for Bo Pelini’s replacement.

Josh Auzenne and Spencer Chrisman

Published January 19, 2021 at 12:41 PM

REPORT: Saints’ Michael Thomas to have surgery on injured ankle

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas is likely to have surgery on his high ankle, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

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Published January 19, 2021 at 10:29 AM

LSU’s Boutte, Ricks named to FWAA All-America Team

LSU wide receiver Kayshon Boutte and cornerback Eli Ricks were named to the Football Writers Association of America’s All-Freshman team that was announced on Monday, Jan. 18.

Spencer Chrisman

Published January 18, 2021 at 11:32 AM

REPORT: Taysom Hill to miss game vs. Bucs

The New Orleans Saints will be without two key piece on offense heading into Sunday’s game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

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Published January 17, 2021 at 8:25 AM

REPORT: LSU senior LB Ray Thornton has entered the transfer portal

LSU senior outside linebacker Ray Thornton has entered the transfer portal.

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Published January 12, 2021 at 1:07 PM

Pels at Mavericks game postponed due to COVID-19

The New Orleans Pelicans game at the Dallas Mavericks has been postponed tonight due to COVID-19.

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Published January 11, 2021 at 9:52 PM

LSU’s top target for DC, Marcus Freeman, chooses Notre Dame

LSU is still in the market for a defensive coordinator to replace Bo Pelini. Notre Dame announced Marcus Freeman will be the new defensive coordinator for the Fighting Irish.

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Published January 8, 2021 at 5:30 PM

LSU senior WR Jontre Kirklin returning for another season

The Tigers received more good news for the offense as senior wide receiver Jontre Kirklin announced via Instagram that he would be returning for another season.

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Published January 8, 2021 at 4:03 PM

The LSU Tigers have added four-star cornerback JaDarian Rhym for the class of 2022.

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Published January 8, 2021 at 2:49 PM

LSU-Missouri game postponed due to COVID-19, LSU will play at Ole Miss

The LSU men’s basketball game against the Missouri Tigers that was scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 9, has been postponed due to COVID-19.

Spencer Chrisman

Published January 8, 2021 at 1:56 PM

Vikings star WR Jefferson named Second Team All-Pro, finalist for Rookie of the Year

Former star LSU wide receiver Justin Jefferson’s first year in the NFL has been one for the record books, as he’s continued to make a name for himself in his rookie season with the Minnesota Vikings.

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Published January 8, 2021 at 1:51 PM

LSU hires Panthers QB coach Jake Peetz as OC, Mangas as passing game coordinator

LSU has filled its vacant offensive coordinator position once held by Steve Ensminger.

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Published January 6, 2021 at 12:11 PM

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