The Louisiana High School Athletic Association held their annual meeting on January 25th that once again brought sweeping changes to the landscape of high school athletics. 

The spotlight fell on Class B and C as a groundbreaking decision to unite select and non-select schools in the sports of basketball, baseball, and softball was made. This move, a departure from the norm since 2012, signifies a significant step toward inclusivity, bringing together traditional public schools and non-traditional institutions in a single playoff bracket. The newly approved format is set to take effect in the 2024-2025 school year, introducing B and C brackets alongside the existing four playoff divisions (I-IV).

In a historic move girls wrestling will be introduced for the first time starting in the 2024-25 season. This groundbreaking decision aligns Louisiana with 40 other states that already offer a dedicated division for girls’ wrestling. 

Additional measures saw the prep governing body approve a best of 3 championship series for Division I-III baseball playoffs. Divisions IV and V will maintain their traditional playoff format.