Lane Kiffin Supports LSU Women's Basketball Star Before NCAA Tournament Game

The new Tigers football coach posed with Flau'jae Johnson wearing her jersey ahead of LSU's second-round matchup.

Mar. 22, 2026 at 6:39pm

Lane Kiffin, the new head football coach for the LSU Tigers, was spotted at the LSU women's basketball team's NCAA Tournament second-round game on Sunday. Kiffin posed for a photo with star guard Flau'jae Johnson, wearing her No. 4 jersey and holding up her signature 'Feaux' sign, ahead of the game against Texas Tech.

Why it matters

Kiffin's appearance and support for the LSU women's basketball team highlights his commitment to the entire athletic program since taking over as the new head football coach. His involvement with the community and other sports teams beyond just football shows his desire to unite the Tigers fanbase.

The details

Kiffin posted a photo on social media earlier in the day showing off a custom pair of Jordan 4 sneakers in LSU colors, indicating this was his planned game day outfit. He was also seen posing backstage with Johnson and her teammates, further demonstrating his enthusiasm for the women's basketball team's NCAA Tournament run.

  • The LSU women's basketball team is playing Texas Tech in the second round of the NCAA Tournament on Sunday, March 22, 2026.

The players

Lane Kiffin

The new head football coach for the LSU Tigers, who has been actively supporting the school's various athletic programs since taking the job earlier this offseason.

Flau'jae Johnson

A star guard for the LSU women's basketball team, known for wearing the No. 4 jersey with the '-eaux' suffix to honor local Cajun traditions.

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What’s next

The LSU women's basketball team will continue their NCAA Tournament run, with their next game scheduled for March 24, 2026 if they defeat Texas Tech.

The takeaway

Kiffin's visible support for the LSU women's basketball team demonstrates his commitment to uniting the entire Tigers athletic program and fanbase, not just the football team, as he begins his tenure as the new head coach.