Andrew Cosse

Northshore High senior Andrew Cossé is heavily involved in with his school. He plays football and baseball. Off the field he is a member of Key Club, Student Council, Alpha Society, National Honor Society and Spanish National Society.

Even with all that, Cossé still takes care of business in the classroom. He has a 4.45 grade point average and takes four honors classes.

When he’s on the gridiron, Cossé spends very little time on the sidelines, as he is a wide receiver, holder, and he returns kickoffs along with punts.

This year, Cossé has caught 25 passes for 402 yards and a touchdown.

He is also one-of-four team captains.

The other three are offensive lineman Chris Faulk along with senior linebackers Chris Ruiz and Chris Wade.

This season, he helped NHS to a 7-2-overall record in the regular season and tied St. Paul’s for second place in District 6-5A. This week, his squad is preparing to host a playoff game against St. Thomas More as a 16th seed.

Last season, Cossé was named as an honorable mention for all-district.

Northshore football coach Mike Bourg talked about Cossé.

“Andrew Cossé is a kid that has started since his sophomore year,” Bourg said. “He has come out everyday and worked his butt off. Since his sophomore year, he has led by example and he’s a class act. Because of that, he was voted unanimously to be a team captain.”

Bourg added that Cossé does a good job at receiver.

“Andrew’s got great hands and he finds a way to get open,” Bourg said. “He has improved his speed. He’s a clutch player and a good possession receiver.”

On the diamond, Cossé is the Panthers’ center fielder. Last year, he helped Northshore to a 22-13 overall record and a district title with an 11-3 mark.

Cossé was named to the first-team all-district squad as an outfielder for hitting .419 with two homers and nine runs batted in during district.

He scored 11 runs, while stealing three bases. He was also a tough out, striking out just five times in 43-district at bats.

NHS baseball coach Rick Mauldin said Cossé is a hard worker.

“Andrew Cossé is a guy you build a program around,” Mauldin said. “Sometimes I wonder how much fun he’s having because he’s so intense. He comes to practice with his gameface on. He prepares himself everyday for a ballgame. He’s a silent leader, but when he speaks, people listen.”

Mauldin recalled a playoff game against C.E. Byrd last season. Byrd jumped on Northshore, 5-1, in the fourth inning. Mauldin said Cossé told the team they needed to wake up. The Panthers came back and won 10-6.

What do you enjoy most about playing your sports? I like being around my friends and teammates. I like the bonds you make.

What do you like best about being a student athlete? I like being able to represent the academic side for athletes. Some people think athletes aren’t smart, but it’s not true.

Do you feel an added responsibility of being a role model as a student athlete? Yes, because all kinds of people look up to you. I want to set an example for younger players.

Most memorable game/ accomplishment in sports? Beating Slidell (in baseball) for the district championship last year at home in the final game of the regular season.

The final score was 7-5 and Cossé went 2-for-3 with three runs batted in, including a 2-run double in the first inning.

Who has been the most influential person in your school sports career? Coach Bourg because of the knowledge he gives. He’s a great role model for the students.

Who is your favorite athlete? New England Patriots’ wide receiver Wes Welker.

Favorite team? New Orleans Saints.

What is your favorite subject in school? Chemistry, but I like all the sciences.

Plans after high school/ college major? Attend LSU in the fall next year and major in chemical engineering.

Favorite sports movie/ TV show/actor/actress? “Friday Night Lights,” “Lost,” Christian Bale and Jessica Biel.

Favorite type of music? I’ll listen to anything, but country.

Favorite food dish? Boiled seafood.

Best vacation? I went on a cruise with my family to Jamaica, Grand Cayman and Cozumel in 2001.

Andrew said he went with his entire family, including his parents Michael and Andrea Cossé, along with his brother Mitchell, who also plays wide receiver for NHS’ football team.

Best thing about living on the Northshore? It’s a nice environment. It’s a family-like atmosphere.

Hobbies/interests/volunteering: Sports and outdoors. I do stuff with the key club.

Parents: Michael and Andrea Cossé of Slidell.