Monroe-Area Players Dominate LSWA Class 1A All-State Basketball Honors

Lincoln Prep's Jabari Levington named Outstanding Player, Antonio Hudson named Coach of the Year

Mar. 30, 2026 at 5:39pm

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An abstract, expressionistic painting in neon colors depicting the dynamic movements and energy of basketball players in action.The LSWA's Class 1A All-State basketball selections highlight the Monroe area's wealth of top-tier high school talent.Monroe Today

The Louisiana Sports Writer Association announced its Class 1A All-State basketball teams for 2026, and the Monroe area was well represented. Lincoln Prep's Jabari Levington was named the Class 1A Outstanding Player, while his coach Antonio Hudson was named Coach of the Year.

Why it matters

The LSWA All-State selections are a prestigious honor that recognizes the top high school basketball talent in Louisiana's smallest classification. Lincoln Prep's dominance of the awards highlights the strength of their program and the quality of players coming out of the Monroe area.

The details

Levington and Hudson led Lincoln Prep to a successful season, with Levington's individual performance earning him the top individual award in Class 1A. The All-State teams showcase the best players from across the state in the smallest high school classification.

  • The LSWA announced the Class 1A All-State teams on March 30, 2026.

The players

Jabari Levington

A standout player for Lincoln Prep who was named the Class 1A Outstanding Player.

Antonio Hudson

The head coach of Lincoln Prep, who was named the Class 1A Coach of the Year.

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The takeaway

The Monroe area's dominance of the LSWA Class 1A All-State basketball honors showcases the strength of the local high school basketball programs and the top-tier talent they are producing.