At Death Valley, Lane Kiffin hits star power with Shaq, Paul Skenes, Angel Reese and naturally Kevin Costner
Star-studded stadium arrival
Lane Kiffin brought several high-profile guests along as he walked from the bus into Tiger Stadium on Saturday. The group included NBA great Shaquille O'Neal, Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes and WNBA star Angel Reese.
Three guests tied to LSU
O'Neal, Skenes and Reese were described as LSU athletic standouts. Their careers with the program were given as the reason for their place in the group. Costner’s LSU connection was not clear. His presence was presented as a draw in its own right, rather than as a result of a stated connection to the school.
A showman’s playoff push
Kiffin’s high-profile entourage added to the attention around LSU ahead of the Alabama game. The story characterized the coach as a college football showman who brought together LSU figures and Hollywood celebrity.
Costner was seen using his phone while walking into the stadium, reportedly playing a game. The article did not identify a specific reason for his appearance.
Key points
- Kiffin entered Tiger Stadium with O'Neal, Skenes, Reese and Costner on Saturday.
- LSU was preparing for a major game against Alabama.
- O'Neal, Skenes and Reese have LSU athletics ties; Costner’s connection was unclear.