Baton Rouge Schools Sweep Indoor Track Championships

Local schools dominate all divisions at the 2026 LHSAA High School Indoor Championships.

Feb. 22, 2026 at 12:55am

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Baton Rouge-area schools won every division at the 2026 LHSAA High School Indoor Championships. Catholic High School took the boys division one title, University Lab won boys division two, St. Joseph's Academy won girls division one, and Madison Prep Academy claimed the girls division two championship.

Why it matters

The Baton Rouge region has long been a powerhouse in high school track and field, and this sweep of all divisions at the state indoor championships further cements the area's dominance in the sport. The results highlight the strength of the local athletic programs and the depth of talent in the community.

The details

After a full day of track and field events, the final results saw Catholic High School win the boys division one title, University Lab take the boys division two crown, St. Joseph's Academy claim the girls division one championship, and Madison Prep Academy emerge victorious in the girls division two competition.

  • The 2026 LHSAA High School Indoor Championships took place on February 22, 2026.

The players

Catholic High School

A private Catholic high school in Baton Rouge that won the boys division one title at the 2026 LHSAA Indoor Championships.

University Lab

A public charter school in Baton Rouge that won the boys division two title at the 2026 LHSAA Indoor Championships.

St. Joseph's Academy

A private Catholic high school for girls in Baton Rouge that won the girls division one title at the 2026 LHSAA Indoor Championships.

Madison Prep Academy

A public charter school in Baton Rouge that won the girls division two title at the 2026 LHSAA Indoor Championships.

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The takeaway

The clean sweep by Baton Rouge-area schools at the 2026 LHSAA High School Indoor Championships underscores the exceptional talent and coaching in the region's athletic programs. This dominance in track and field is a point of pride for the local community and highlights the strength of the region's high school sports.