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SWLA sports HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL Calling all Basketball Fans By Tori Hebert Calling All Basketball Fans March Madness and the NCAA Basketball tournament are right around the corner, but before the fantasy sports begin Burton Coliseum will host Marsh Madness! This is the 4 th year that Lake Charles will host the Louisiana High School Athletic Association(LHSAA) state basketball championships. This is also the 4 th year that the Visitors Bureau has recruited the help of community members to be “hosts” for one or more visiting basket ball teams. When the state tournament came to Lake Charles in 2014, Erik Zartler, Sales Director of the Visitors Bureau, says that they knew the coaches of visiting teams would need a “go-to” person. Someone who could answer any questions and help the team feel comfortable being away from home. Zartler says, “Our coordinators Charles Allen and Pam & Colvin LeDoux are in charge of gathering hosts, assigning teams, and making sure that everyone is on site throughout the event.” Once a host has been assigned to a team, he or she will contact the coach and immediately begin preparing for the team and assisting the coach in last minute plans that need to be taken care of. The team hosts provide an unmatched level of customer service and hospitality. Zartler goes on, “Whether it’s directions around town, assistance with reservations at a local restaurant, or getting laundry done, our hosts ensure that the teams are well taken care of while they are in Calcasieu Parish.” Team hosts are the first ones to greet teams when they arrive, escort them to the locker room, and even sit with the team on the bench during each game! The team host program is carried out on a volunteer basis. Hosts range from retired educators, industry workers, and some hosts even take a step back from their jobs to be a part of the event. The volunteer program is open to everyone, and while there are a limited number of host positions, Marsh Madness has many other opportunities with flexible hours to fit any schedule. If you are looking for a “little something extra” to get you ready for the NCAA tournaments, consider visiting www. visitlakecharles.org/volunteer and become a part of the high school basketball tournament! Team Host Co-Coordinator Colvin LeDoux (right) adds a little fun in their work with Team Host Jean Evans (Left L-R Team Host Co-Coordinators (Blue Vests) Pam LeDoux and Charles Allen along with Team Hosts (Gold Shirts) Ted Nixon, Jimmy Pitre, R.L. Webb and Bill Stokes, take a break from their busy schedules to smile for the camera. 18 February 2017 WWW.THEVOICEOFSOUTHWESTLA.COM Volume 4 • Number 5
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