LHSAA Softball First-Round Schedule Revealed for Monroe Area

Local teams set to compete in opening round of state playoffs

Apr. 17, 2026 at 12:36am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a high school softball game, with the players and field broken down into overlapping planes of vibrant green, yellow, and blue colors.The LHSAA softball playoffs bring a flurry of competitive action and community spirit to the Monroe area.Monroe Today

The 2026 LHSAA softball postseason is underway, with the first-round schedule now released for teams in the Monroe area. This includes matchups for every local squad as well as those who earned first-round byes.

Why it matters

High school softball is a beloved spring tradition in Monroe, with the LHSAA playoffs representing the culmination of the season and a chance for local teams to compete for state championships.

The details

The first-round schedule features several intriguing matchups for Monroe-area teams. Division I nonselect teams will compete on Friday, April 17, while other classifications have games scheduled throughout the weekend.

  • The 2026 LHSAA softball postseason begins on Friday, April 17.
  • First-round games will take place over the upcoming weekend.

The players

LHSAA

The Louisiana High School Athletic Association, the governing body for high school sports in the state.

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What’s next

Scores and updates from the first-round games will be provided throughout the weekend, leading up to the next rounds of the LHSAA softball playoffs.

The takeaway

The LHSAA softball postseason is an exciting time for the Monroe community, with local teams vying for a chance to compete for state championships and bring home hardware.