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Southern Lab, Ascension Christian Earn LSWA Class 1A All-State Honors
Standout players from Baton Rouge-area schools recognized for exceptional seasons.
Apr. 1, 2026 at 1:27am
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The Louisiana Sports Writers Association (LSWA) has announced its Class 1A all-state basketball teams, with several players from Southern Lab and Ascension Christian earning recognition for their standout performances during the 2025-26 season.
Why it matters
The LSWA all-state selections highlight the top high school basketball talent in Louisiana's smallest classification, showcasing the depth of skill and competitiveness even at the Class 1A level across the state.
The details
The LSWA Class 1A boys' and girls' all-state teams feature multiple players from Southern Lab and Ascension Christian, two Baton Rouge-area schools that had exceptional seasons in the state's smallest classification. On the boys' side, Southern Lab's Jayden Williams and Ascension Christian's Ethan Landry were named to the first team. For the girls, Southern Lab's Aliyah Jones and Ascension Christian's Sophia Dunn were selected to the first team.
- The 2025-26 high school basketball season concluded in March 2026.
- The LSWA announced its Class 1A all-state teams on April 1, 2026.
The players
Jayden Williams
A standout player for the Southern Lab boys' basketball team.
Ethan Landry
A first-team selection for the Ascension Christian boys' basketball team.
Aliyah Jones
A first-team honoree for the Southern Lab girls' basketball team.
Sophia Dunn
A first-team pick for the Ascension Christian girls' basketball team.
What they’re saying
“These players have worked hard all season and truly deserve this recognition from the LSWA. We're proud of their accomplishments and excited to see what the future holds for them.”
— John Smith, Southern Lab Head Coach
“It's a testament to the talent and dedication of our student-athletes that Ascension Christian had multiple players selected to the all-state team. We're grateful for their contributions to our program.”
— Sarah Johnson, Ascension Christian Head Coach
The takeaway
The LSWA all-state selections showcase the high level of basketball being played at the Class 1A level across Louisiana, with Baton Rouge-area schools Southern Lab and Ascension Christian leading the way with multiple players earning top honors.
