LCCP Seeks to Defend Indoor Track and Field State Crown

Lake Charles College Prep boys track team faces challenges from several schools in Division II championship meet

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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The Lake Charles College Prep (LCCP) boys track and field team is seeking to defend its Division II indoor state championship at the Louisiana High School Athletic Association state meet at LSU. LCCP, Glen Oaks, Episcopal, and University Lab are seen as the top contenders, with the meet expected to be closely contested.

Why it matters

LCCP has won the past two Division II indoor state titles, but faces a tougher challenge this year with several strong programs in the mix. The outcome of the meet could have implications for the school's track and field program and its standing in the state.

The details

LCCP lost key pieces from last year's title team, including a state champion and several top finishers. However, the team still has enough talent to compete, according to head coach Jackie Rhine. LCCP is led by top-seeded triple jumper William Plaster and has all three of its relay teams seeded in the top three. The 60-meter dash and high jump events will be crucial for LCCP's chances of securing back-to-back indoor state titles.

  • The LHSAA Division II indoor state championship meet will be held on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at LSU.
  • LCCP won the Division II indoor state title in 2025, beating Glen Oaks 55-51.
  • In 2024, Glen Oaks edged out LCCP by two points for the Division II indoor state championship.

The players

Jackie Rhine

Head coach of the LCCP boys track and field team.

William Plaster

LCCP's top-seeded triple jumper.

Kai Fontenot

LCCP junior sprinter ranked in the top 10 in Division II in the 60-meter dash.

Kaleb Bigwood

Hamilton Christian senior and defending champion in the Division II 400-meter dash.

Kaci Fulton

Barbe senior looking to win the Division I shot put state championship after finishing second last year.

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What they’re saying

“It is going to be exciting, and there will be a lot of fireworks. It is going to be neck-and-neck the entire meet.”

— Jackie Rhine, Head Coach, LCCP Boys Track and Field (americanpress.com)

“The last two years, it was clear cut, either us or Glen Oaks was going to win it. All four of those teams I named pretty much have an even opportunity to win this meet. It is going to be one for the ages.”

— Jackie Rhine, Head Coach, LCCP Boys Track and Field (americanpress.com)

What’s next

The LHSAA Division II indoor state championship meet will be held on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at LSU, where the winner will be determined.

The takeaway

The Division II indoor track and field state championship meet is shaping up to be a highly competitive event, with several strong programs vying for the title. LCCP's quest to defend its crown will face a significant challenge from Glen Oaks, Episcopal, and University Lab, making for an exciting and unpredictable competition.