AND SOME OF THOSE HEAVIER SHOWERS AND STORMS THAT SET UP. THIS IS THE LAST ADVISORY ISSUED FROM THE NATIONAL HURRICANE CENTER ON FERNAND AS OF 4 A.M., MOVING EAST NORTHEAST AT 23 WINDS OF 45, IT’S A POST-TROPICAL SYSTEM NOW EXPECTED TO REMAIN THAT WAY. AND THEN PRETTY MUCH DISSIPATING HERE LATER THIS WEEK OVER THE NORTH ATLANTIC OCEAN. MEANWHILE, WE’RE WATCHING ANOTHER TROPICAL WAVE COMING OFF THE WEST COAST OF AFRICA HERE ON SUNDAY. AND THE NATIONAL HURRICANE CENTER GIVING THIS SYSTEM A LOW 20% CHANCE OF TROPICA
New Orleans Saints & Pelicans President Dennis Lauscha and Sports Foundation CEO Jay Cicero honored
Updated: 4:13 PM CDT Aug 28, 2025
The Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation announced its plans to induct New Orleans Saints and Pelicans President Dennis Lauscha and Sports Foundation President and CEO Jay Cicero into its Hall of Fame. The honorees will be inducted on November 6, 2025, on the turf of the Caesars Superdome at the organization’s 2025 Honors event. The annual event, presented by Hancock Whitney and New Orleans & Company, recognizes and honors Hall of Fame inductees and will spotlight a “Sports Foundation Year in Review,” celebrating the success of the standout sporting events bid upon and managed by the organization this year, including Super Bowl LIX, UFC 318, the Xfinity U.S. Gymnastics Championships, and the NOLA PickleFest benefiting the Brees Dream Foundation. In addition, the afternoon will introduce new awards, recognizing the individuals and organizations whose contributions have helped the sports industry shine. Together, these elements will make Honors both a reflection on past achievements and a celebration of the excellence driving the industry forward.“For decades, the Sports Foundation has stayed true to its mission of attracting and managing major sporting events that drive economic impact and shine a national spotlight on New Orleans,” said Philip Sherman, Chair of the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation Board of Directors. “Adding Dennis Lauscha and Jay Cicero to the Hall of Fame alongside our other legends is a testament to the tireless efforts of our event partners, Board of Directors, expert staff, and volunteers. Together, we continue to build a legacy that grows stronger with every event we bring to our city.”This year’s event will heavily reflect on the resounding success of Super Bowl LIX, which generated $1.25 billion in total economic output for the state of Louisiana, drew a record 6,414 credentialled media, and 115,000 visitors to the city from 45 states and nine countries. Dennis Lauscha and 2024 Sports Foundation Honors Hall of Fame inductee Gayle Benson have played a major role in the planning and execution of the last two Super Bowls in New Orleans. “I’m deeply honored to be inducted into the Sports Foundation Hall of Fame. For decades, the Saints and Pelicans have worked hand-in-hand with the Sports Foundation to bring major events and opportunities to our community, and that partnership has strengthened both our city and our state,” said Dennis Lauscha, President of the New Orleans Saints and Pelicans. “This recognition is really a reflection of that shared commitment to showcasing Louisiana at its very best.”The Sports Foundation has hosted and managed some of the largest sporting events in the world, including the last four Super Bowls, four NCAA Men’s and three NCAA Women’s Final Fours, three NBA All‐Star Games, two WrestleManias, and numerous other major sporting events that showcase New Orleans’ and Louisiana’s versatility and expertise in bidding upon and managing large-scale sporting events for the economic benefit to Louisiana and the Greater New Orleans area. The rich history of events orchestrated by the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation benefits the city and state, generating billions in economic impact and has elevated Louisiana and New Orleans as a unique and memorable destination for major sports events.
The Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation announced its plans to induct New Orleans Saints and Pelicans President Dennis Lauscha and Sports Foundation President and CEO Jay Cicero into its Hall of Fame. The honorees will be inducted on November 6, 2025, on the turf of the Caesars Superdome at the organization’s 2025 Honors event.
The annual event, presented by Hancock Whitney and New Orleans & Company, recognizes and honors Hall of Fame inductees and will spotlight a “Sports Foundation Year in Review,” celebrating the success of the standout sporting events bid upon and managed by the organization this year, including Super Bowl LIX, UFC 318, the Xfinity U.S. Gymnastics Championships, and the NOLA PickleFest benefiting the Brees Dream Foundation. In addition, the afternoon will introduce new awards, recognizing the individuals and organizations whose contributions have helped the sports industry shine. Together, these elements will make Honors both a reflection on past achievements and a celebration of the excellence driving the industry forward.
“For decades, the Sports Foundation has stayed true to its mission of attracting and managing major sporting events that drive economic impact and shine a national spotlight on New Orleans,” said Philip Sherman, Chair of the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation Board of Directors. “Adding Dennis Lauscha and Jay Cicero to the Hall of Fame alongside our other legends is a testament to the tireless efforts of our event partners, Board of Directors, expert staff, and volunteers. Together, we continue to build a legacy that grows stronger with every event we bring to our city.”
This year’s event will heavily reflect on the resounding success of Super Bowl LIX, which generated $1.25 billion in total economic output for the state of Louisiana, drew a record 6,414 credentialled media, and 115,000 visitors to the city from 45 states and nine countries. Dennis Lauscha and 2024 Sports Foundation Honors Hall of Fame inductee Gayle Benson have played a major role in the planning and execution of the last two Super Bowls in New Orleans.
“I’m deeply honored to be inducted into the Sports Foundation Hall of Fame. For decades, the Saints and Pelicans have worked hand-in-hand with the Sports Foundation to bring major events and opportunities to our community, and that partnership has strengthened both our city and our state,” said Dennis Lauscha, President of the New Orleans Saints and Pelicans. “This recognition is really a reflection of that shared commitment to showcasing Louisiana at its very best.”
The Sports Foundation has hosted and managed some of the largest sporting events in the world, including the last four Super Bowls, four NCAA Men’s and three NCAA Women’s Final Fours, three NBA All‐Star Games, two WrestleManias, and numerous other major sporting events that showcase New Orleans’ and Louisiana’s versatility and expertise in bidding upon and managing large-scale sporting events for the economic benefit to Louisiana and the Greater New Orleans area. The rich history of events orchestrated by the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation benefits the city and state, generating billions in economic impact and has elevated Louisiana and New Orleans as a unique and memorable destination for major sports events.