The Louisiana High School Athletic Association’s baseball championships are in full swing at McMurry Park in Sulphur, drawing teams from across the state into a tightly scheduled tournament that blends tradition with fresh competition.
Early Results Shape the Bracket
Division I Nonselect opened with Dutchtown’s 5-1 victory over Sam Houston, while Lutcher posted a 6-4 win over Brusly in Division II Nonselect. In Division III Nonselect, Westlake edged Sterlington 5-3, and the Select brackets saw Catholic‑Baton Rouge defeat Brother Martin 6-2, St. Charles overcome Vandebilt Catholic 6-2 in eight innings, and University downed Newman 4-2. Title games in Select Division IV and the lower classes added further momentum, with Ouachita Christian topping Covenant Christian 4-2, Glenmora edging Pitkin 3-2, and Claiborne Christian routing Maurepas 8-0.
Friday’s schedule promises a cascade of afternoon and morning contests, as Division I Nonselect meets at 5:30 p.m., Division II Nonselect at 2 p.m., Division III Nonselect at 11 a.m., and the Select divisions follow comparable slots, giving fans a full day of back‑to‑back action.
With each win carving a path toward the championship brackets, the tournament not only highlights the depth of talent in Louisiana’s high school ranks but also sets the stage for dramatic finishes that will be remembered throughout the season.