Mount Carmel, Vermilion Catholic and tennis have all been an important part of Bill Broussard’s life.
Those three things came together this week when the two schools dedicated the campus tennis courts in Broussard’s honor.
Broussard is both a Mount Carmel and Vermilion Catholic (1968) graduate. He developed a love for tennis at a very young age. He played tennis throughout his years at Mount Carmel and Vermilion Catholic. He wanted to continue his tennis journey by volunteering his time to coach tennis at his alma mater. Little did he know he was going to build a program that would leave a mark on these schools for years to come.
Broussard also coached many players at Mount Carmel and Vermilion Catholic. He made his mark by not ever cutting a player from his team. He dedicated over 40 years to coaching solely at Mount Carmel and Vermilion Catholic. A number of players returned for this ceremony and gave a few words on how Bill had a positive impact on their life.
The VC Carmel Tennis courts now have a new name, The Bill Broussard Tennis Courts.
The schools released the joint statement, “We could not have selected a better man to dedicate these courts too. He has shown an endless amount of dedication and love for our tennis program and schools. He was surrounded by his family and friends as he enjoyed such a special evening. Congratulations, Mr. Bill and thank you for your support and dedication!”
Honoree Bill Broussard (middle) joins Vermilion Catholic Principal Mike Guilbeaux and Mount Carmel Principal Sister Janet Leblanc after the school dedicated the tennis courts after him.
Bill Broussard standing in front of the courts that were dedicated to him. Alongside him is his entire family, children, daughters-in-laws, and his grandkids.
The newly resurfaced and newly named Bill Broussard Tennis Courts.