The JP Tigers, the 10U youth football team from Jackson Parish, celebrated their recent season as a member of the Louisiana Youth Sports League (LYSL) with an awards ceremony at Excalibur Family Fun Center in Ruston this past Saturday, December 6th. 

While every member of the team was recognized for their effort and dedication, three members received special awards from Head Coach Van Osborne and assistants Khaalid Hakeem and Matt Smith for their exemplary play this season.

JP Tigers Award Winners 

Ayden Chatman – Offensive MVP
Tytus Campbell – Defensive MVP, Ironman Beast Mode
Kaden Smith – Most Improved

Award Winners Selected to Play in All-Star Game

It was also announced at the banquet that the three-year-end award winners, Ayden Chatman, Tytus Campbell, and Kaden Smith, have been selected to play in the 31-Gr8s All-Star game that is scheduled to be played in Independence Stadium in Shreveport on January 3rd, 2026