Our Lady of the Lake Health and Southern University and A&M College have finalized a new partnership agreement aimed at providing comprehensive care to student-athletes.
The commitment establishes Our Lady of the Lake as the preferred healthcare provider of Southern Athletics.
“We are committed to establishing and growing an elite sports medicine program for Southern University and providing Jaguar student-athletes with the individualized care they need to perform their best,” said LaDonna Williams, senior vice president and COO of the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System. “It is an honor and a privilege to work with Southern University’s Athletic Department, coaches, and staff towards this goal.”
The new agreement was announced with an on-field check presentation during the Southern University football game vs. Jackson State on Sept. 9..
“We are excited to announce our partnership with Our Lady of the Lake,” said Roman Banks, director of athletics for Southern University. “Our Lady of the Lake and SU Athletics share a commitment to excellence, and through this new partnership we will be able to combine our resources to continue providing our student-athletes with the best care in the country while further investing in their health and wellness at unprecedented levels during their time at Southern."