Arkansas Television will bring the 2026 Class 6A‑1A high school baseball and softball championships to living rooms across the Natural State, with live broadcasts originating from Majestic Park in Hot Springs beginning Thursday, May 21.
Live coverage kicks off May 21
The tournament will feature competition across classifications ranging from 2A through 6A, and the games will be shown statewide over the air, on cable and satellite systems. For those who prefer to watch online, Arkansastv.gov/live will stream the action to anyone with an Arkansas address.
A detailed schedule of match times, released by the Arkansas Activities Association, outlines when each classification will take the field, allowing fans to plan their viewing around the events they care about most.
Sponsorship and community impact
The broadcast is made possible through the support of the Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas, UAMS, Image One, the University of Central Arkansas, and additional partners such as Centennial Bank, Arkansas Farm Bureau and Everett Buick GMC. Arkansas TV, the state’s only statewide public television network, has a long history of showcasing championship activities in football, basketball, baseball, softball and volleyball, giving student‑athletes a platform to be seen by college recruiters.
Statistics from each game will be posted at aaaweekendofchampions.gamedaypreps.com, while free photo galleries can be downloaded after the finals at arkansastv.passgallery.com, ensuring that families and fans can relive the excitement long after the final out.
Looking ahead to the finals
After the championship games conclude, full recordings will be posted on YouTube for on‑demand viewing, giving viewers another chance to watch the standout performances and share them with friends and family who may have missed the live broadcast.