Heimerman named Co-Women's Coach of the Year, highlighting NSU All-Louisiana selections

Published on July 23, 2025
Mike Heimerman, Shakera Kirk

NATCHITOCHES—After leading the Northwestern State women's track and field team to another Southland Conference indoor/outdoor championship sweep, Mike Heimerman was named the All-Louisiana Co-Women's Coach of the Year to highlight NSU on the All-Louisiana teams, announced Wednesday.
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