BEAUMONT, Texas – Lamar University men's basketball fans will gain more access to head coach Tic Price beginning Saturday with the Head Coach Tic Price Show which will air on the CW every Saturday and Sunday beginning at 12:30 p.m. The Head Coach Tic Price Show will be hosted by KFDM news anchor Greg Kerr. In addition to his television show, Price will also join the Voice of the Cardinals, Harold Mann, every Monday evening for a one-hour call-in show on the Cardinals Flagship Station, Newstalk 560 KLVI. The radio show will begin Monday, Jan. 9, at 8 p.m.
 
Both shows will allow fans an inside look at Big Red basketball through the eyes of the head coach. In addition to recapping previous games, and an in-depth look at upcoming games, the shows will also include appearances by LU players and other guests. Seniors Marcus Owens and Lincoln Davis will join Price in the first week.
 
During Price's radio show fans will have the opportunity to call in and ask their questions directly to Price and the players. Fans can speak with Price by calling 896-5584 or 1-800-330-5584.
 
The Cardinals have jumped out to a positive start in conference play winning their Southland opener at Central Arkansas on Jan. 2. The Red and White will open a three-game homestand Thursday evening when it squares off against New Orleans. Both teams are currently undefeated in conference play, while the Privateers are one of four league schools to open league play 2-0.
 
Both teams enter the week riding win streaks. The Cardinals return to Beaumont looking to protect a season-best four-game streak, while UNO has won its last three games. The Cardinals will tip off against New Orleans at approximately 7:30 p.m. (or 30 minutes following the conclusion of the women's contest) from the Montagne Center.
 
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