McNeese Basketball Teams Earn Southland Conference Honors

Freshman guard breaks 44-year-old scoring record

Mar. 12, 2026 at 1:21pm

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The McNeese men's and women's basketball teams have earned multiple accolades from the Southland Conference. Freshman guard Larry Johnson has been named the 2026 Southland Conference Freshman of the Year after breaking a 44-year-old scoring record with 532 points this season.

Why it matters

McNeese's basketball programs have had a strong season, with both the men's and women's teams earning conference recognition. Johnson's record-breaking performance as a freshman is a significant achievement that highlights the talent and potential of the McNeese basketball program.

The details

Larry Johnson, a freshman guard for the McNeese men's basketball team, has been selected as the 2026 Southland Conference Freshman of the Year. Johnson scored 532 points this season, breaking the previous record of 527 points set by a Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer 44 years ago.

  • Larry Johnson broke the 44-year-old scoring record this season.

The players

Larry Johnson

A freshman guard for the McNeese men's basketball team who broke a 44-year-old scoring record this season.

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The takeaway

McNeese's basketball programs have demonstrated their strength and potential, with the men's team in particular showcasing a talented young player in Larry Johnson who has already made a significant impact in his freshman season.