Coaches Wayne Meyers compiled a 112–76 record in 18 seasons as Higgins coach during which time the Hurricanes won five district championships and advanced to the state playoffs 11 times during his final 14 seasons.

Wayne Meyers directed the Hurricanes to 11 winning seasons that included two advances to the state quarterfinals in 2008 and 2003 and seven regional playoff appearances.

On November 7, 2013, Wayne Meyers resigned as L. W. Higgins head football coach at the request of Principal David Lewis.

Irving attended Redeemer High School (New Orleans) and received numerous local, state, and national awards.

In January 2009, Irving was recognized as one of the area's top basketball athletes of all time by the Clarion Herald newspaper.