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Agenda Item
Docket No. 26-356
 
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RE:
Request to withdraw a Disqualification Plan regarding whether the Code of Governmental Ethics permits the employment of the head basketball coach and his brother, the assistant Basketball Coach, within the Athletics Department at Nichols State University.
Facts:
Tevon Gaulden-Saddler has been employed in the Athletics Department since May 1, 2023 as the Head Men's Basketball Coach. His brother, Jayden Gaulden-Saddler has been employed with Nicholls State University as an Assistant Men's Basketball Couch since May 18, 2026.

Nichols State University submits the following Disqualification Plan pursuant to La. R.S. 42:1112B:

Tevon Gaulden-Saddler will be disqualified from participating in any and all matters regarding Jayden Gulden-Saddler and Andrew Kearney, Deputy Athletic Director, will be the sole point of contact regarding the following:

  • Any and all employment requisition (R1/R2) creations relation to Jayden Gulden-Saddler's position;
  • Any promotional advancements or pay changes, including special awards;
  • Performance evaluations;
  • Approval of timesheets;
  • Approval of travel, and travel advances and reimbursements;
  • Approval of Purchase requisitions/purchase orders, or P-card transactions;
  • Approval of fundraising activities;
  • Any and all grant documents and funds;
  • Any and all Men's Basketball Camp transactions, including payment for services; and
  • Any other transactions in which Jayden Gulden-Saddler would have a substantial economic interest.


Recommendations:
Allow withdrawal of the Disqualification Plan.
Assigned Attorney: Kathryn Rich
 
 
ATTACHMENTS:
Description:
2026-356 - AO / Disqualification Plan - John Clune, Ph.D.
2026-356- Letter requesting Withdrawal of DQ Plan