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State Girls Lacrosse Semifinals Time Schedule

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05/16/25 – Class 2A Region 2 Track & Field Postponed

Athletic Department Blog Updates

Due to inclement weather, the Class 2A Region 2 Track & Field meet at Lindsey Wilson (hosted by Adair County) that was scheduled for today, May 16 at 10:00 AM CT has been postponed. Meet management has rescheduled the meet for tomorrow, May 17th at 10 AM CT. The location is unchanged. Any additional questions can be directed to the Athletic Director of Adair County, Tyler Maskill (tyler.maskill@adair.kyschools.us).   

 

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About the Kentucky High School Athletic Association

The Kentucky High School Athletic Association was organized in 1917 and is the agency designated by the Kentucky Department of Education to manage high school athletics in the Commonwealth. The Association is a voluntary nonprofit 501(c)3 organization made up of 289 member schools, both public and non-public. The KHSAA awards 229 state championships to 72 teams and 270 individuals in 21 sports and sport-activities, funds catastrophic insurance coverage for its more […]

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05/16/25 – UPDATE: Class 2A Region 4 Track & Field Rescheduled

Athletic Department Blog Updates

Due to inclement weather, the Class 2A Region 4 Track & Field meet at Bourbon County High School that was scheduled for May 16 at 6:00 PM ET has been postponed. This meet has been rescheduled for Wednesday, May 21st at 5:30 PM ET.

Due to the change in dates, the Milesplit entry (for this region only) will be reopened through tomorrow night, Saturday, May 17th at 9:00 PM ET (4 days prior to the meet). Coaches should review all entries and finalize them before the deadline. 
Any questions pertaining to meet details should be directed to the Athletic Director, Wendy Mahanna (wendy.mahanna@bourbon.kyschools.us), and the Meet Director, Brian Watkins (briwatkins@att.net).  

 

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05/15/25 – State Outdoor Track & Field Instructions Available

Athletic Department Blog Updates

State Championship Instructions and other pertinent information for the 2025 Clark’s Pump-N-Shop State Track & Field Championships presented by UK HealthCare have been posted on the KHSAA website. The Championships will take place on May 29-31 at the University of Kentucky’s Track & Field complex. You can view the state championship time schedule and instructions by clicking on the links below.

State Instructions for Participating Teams & Fans

State Meet Time Schedule

There are also several other items for your review on the Track & Field page of the KHSAA website, including maps for parking and hotel contacts.

Final Performance listings and State qualifiers will be distributed on Thursday, May 22, provided that all regional meets are completed and results received. Coaches and Athletic Directors with state qualifiers should plan to attend a web conference via Zoom at 3:00 p.m. ET on May 22. Additional instructions regarding joining the call will be sent […]

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5/14/25 – State Lacrosse Workers Information

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Thank you for committing to work the 2025 Boys and Girls Lacrosse State Tournaments, presented by UK HealthCare. Below, you’ll find a list of your assigned duties and reporting times (all times are listed in Eastern Time).

 

EVENT DETAILS

May 19th at Shelby County and Collins High School

May 21st at Collins High School
 

Shelby County High School
1701 Frankfort Rd.

Shelbyville, KY 40065

 

Collins High School

801 Discovery Blvd

Shelbyville, KY 40065

 

CHECK-IN
Collins – The check-in tent will be located at the back entrance near the field house (see map).

Shelby – The check-in tent will be located on the corner of the field house near the main parking lot.

 

PARKING
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05/15/25 – State Baseball Worker Information

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Thank you for agreeing to work at the 2025 Clark’s Pump-N-Shop State Baseball Tournament, presented by UK HealthCare.  We are excited to stage the event at Kentucky Proud Park on the UK Campus.  Below are details that should assist you.

Dates: June 5-7 and 13-14
Site: Kentucky Proud Park
Address: 510 Wildcat Ct., Lexington
Parking: Upon turning onto Wildcat Court off of College Way, turn to your right to park in the purple lot.  
Check-In: Please check in at the Media/Team Check-Gate, which is located on the third base side of the stadium and marked by UK signs “VIP Entrance”.
Arrival Time: June 5-7, 8 a.m.; June 13, 2 p.m.; June 14, 5 p.m.
Schedule of Games: https://khsaa.org/baseball/2025/statebaseballbracket.pdf

Staffing Assignments/Responsibilities:
Pass-Gate – Jeanie Molloy, Marilyn Mitchell (June 5-6; June 13), Jessica Fisk (June 7)

  • Check-in Staff, Teams, Vendors, Board, Media, Umpires
  • Disseminate Workers/Media Gift
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05/13/25 – Inaugural Lacrosse, Boys’ Volleyball State Tournaments to Begin on Campus Sites

2024-2025 News Releases

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MAY 13, 2025

The first-ever installments of the KHSAA Boys’ Volleyball, Girls’ Lacrosse and Boys’ Lacrosse State Tournaments presented by UK HealthCare are set to begin at campus host sites around the Commonwealth of Kentucky on Wednesday.

Following two opening rounds of competition, the semifinal and championship matches of all three 16-team tournaments will conclude at central locations.

Boys’ volleyball will end at George Rogers Clark in Winchester on Tuesday, May 20, while lacrosse will head to Shelbyville on Monday, May 19, and Wednesday, May 21. The semifinals of girls’ lacrosse will be played at Shelby County, followed by the championship match at Collins. Both the semifinals and the championship of boys’ lacrosse will take place at Collins.

Tickets for all sites are available online only at khsaatickets.org. Live video of each contest at George Rogers Clark, Shelby County and Collins will be broadcast on khsaa.tv to […]

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05/13/25 – Boys’ State Volleyball Workers Information

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Thank you for working the 2025 KHSAA Boys’/Coed State Volleyball Tournament presented by UK HealthCare. Here are some pertinent details to help you prepare for the event at George Rogers Clark High School in Winchester. Feel free to reach out to us if you have any questions.

EVENT DETAILS

CHECK-IN
Please enter through the team/officials/workers gate, referring to the map above.  Not the front “ticket” gate.

If you have the KHSAA season-long Event credential, please bring that.  If this is the first event of the year you are working and received one in the past, you can pick the 24-25 one up at this time.  If not, a general event staff badge will […]

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2025 State Tennis Time Schedule

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05/12/25 – State Outdoor Track & Field Workers Instructions

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Thank you for agreeing to work the 2025 Clark’s Pump-n-Shop State Track & Field Meet presented by UK HealthCare. Below is the list of your duties and explanations of reporting times (all times Eastern Time zone). 

EVENT DETAILS
Dates: May 29-31
Location: University of Kentucky Track & Field Complex
698 Sports Center Drive, Lexington 40506
A detailed schedule can be found here: TIME SCHEDULE

CHECK-IN
Report to the team check-in tent (same as prior years) and check-in. There you will sign in. Please just wear something summer casual and the staff at check-in will have an event staff badge for you to wear.

PARKING
Parking passes are being mailed next week, please be sure to display it in the window of your vehicle. A parking map is available here: PARKING MAP

MEALS 

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05/12/25 – State Tennis Championships Worker Assignments and Information

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Thank you for working the upcoming KHSAA State Tennis Championships presented by UK HealthCare. The singles/doubles championships will take place May 27-29, followed by the team championships June 3-4. Here are some pertinent details to help you prepare for the event. A schedule for the event can be found online at https://khsaa.org/2025-state-tennis-time-schedule/. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions.

SINGLES/DOUBLES CHAMPIONSHIPS (May 27-29)

TUESDAY, MAY 27

Girls’ Competition at UK Boone/Downing Tennis Complex

    • Address: 454 Complex Drive, Lexington, KY 40506
    • Arrival time: 6:00 a.m.
    • KHSAA Event Staff: Joe Angolia, Kathy Johnston, Connor Link, Rob Catron, Jeanie Molloy
    • Front Gate Ticket Staff: Rachel Angolia, Jeff Marksberry, James Webb, Caleb Morrison
    • Pass Gate Assistant: Donna Bumps

Boys’ Doubles Competition at Lexington Christian Academy

05/10/25 – Class 3A Region 6 Host/Location Change

Athletic Department Blog Updates

The Class 3A Region 6 Track & Field meet has been relocated to Great Crossing High School for May 17th. The field events will begin at 9:00 AM ET, and the meet will begin at 10:00 AM ET. The meet manager contact information has been updated: REGIONAL MANAGERS

Please contact the Athletic Director or Head Coach of Great Crossing High School for specific questions pertaining to the meet. 

 

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About the Kentucky High School Athletic Association

The Kentucky High School Athletic Association was organized in 1917 and is the agency designated by the Kentucky Department of Education to manage high school athletics in the Commonwealth. The Association is a voluntary nonprofit 501(c)3 organization made up of 289 member schools, both public and non-public. The KHSAA awards 229 state championships to 72 teams and 270 individuals in 21 sports and sport-activities, funds catastrophic insurance coverage for its more than […]

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05/08/25 – Competitive Cheer Region Dates/Sites for 2025

Athletic Department Blog Updates

The following schools are the dates/sites for the 2025 Competitive Cheer Regionals. 

Regions Site Date 1-2 McCracken County  November 8 3-4 Central Hardin November 1 5-6 Mason County November 8 7-8 Clay County November 1

Contact Assistant Commissioner Sarah Bridenbaugh (sbridenbaugh@khsaa.org) should you have any questions pertaining to competitive cheer. 

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About the Kentucky High School Athletic Association

The Kentucky High School Athletic Association was organized in 1917 and is the agency designated by the Kentucky Department of Education to manage high school athletics in the Commonwealth. The Association is a voluntary nonprofit 501(c)3 organization made up of 289 member schools, both public and non-public. The KHSAA awards 229 state championships to 72 teams and 270 individuals in 21 sports and six sport-activities, funds catastrophic insurance coverage for its more than 109,000 rostered member school student-athletes, provides coaching education and sports safety programs for more than 12,000 coaches and licenses […]

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05/08/25 – Reminders about Regional Track & Field Meets

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CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT PROCEDURE 

  • With the regional schedule (which will come from each regional manager), coaches should prepare athletes to communicate with meet personnel and check-in/check-out of each event. Athletes should arrive at the clerk for running events no later than the second call. The games committee has determined that athletes who check out to compete in a running event have 12 minutes from the completion of that event to return to check-in. 
  • Coaches, it is also very important that you speak with your athletes about the schedule prior to the meet, particularly those that are in multiple field events, or a combination of field and running events. Athletes and coaches must know the appropriate rules regarding check-out (and in) and MUST COMMUNICATE continually with meet officials (particularly the head judge of each event) to ensure a smooth transition if necessary to report to another event. The games committee has determined appropriate time limits for competitors excused to compete […]

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05/08/25 – Bass Fishing State Championships to Make Lake Cumberland Debut

2024-2025 News Releases

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MAY 8, 2025

For the first time in the 13-year history of the event, the 2025 Operation UNITE Bass Fishing State Championships presented by UK HealthCare will take off at Lake Cumberland in Jamestown this weekend.

The two-day competition will award a girls’ state champion for the third consecutive season, in addition to a boys’/coed winner, on Saturday afternoon.

Admission is free to the public. The weigh-in ceremonies on both Friday and Saturday will be broadcast live on khsaa.tv at no cost to viewers.

 

2025 OPERATION UNITE BASS FISHING STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS

 

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05/07/25 – Board of Control Selects 2025-26 President-Elect; Approves Competition Rules Amendment at Golf State Championships; Continues Consideration of Amendments to Bylaws 6, 7

2024-2025 News Releases

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MAY 7, 2025

The KHSAA Board of Control conducted its final regularly scheduled meeting of the 2024-25 academic year on Wednesday in Lexington, selecting its upcoming President-Elect, approving a rules competition amendment at the golf state championships and continuing its work on development of membership proposals to amend KHSAA Bylaw 6 (transfer rule) and Bylaw 7 (foreign students).

Damon Kelley of Paul Laurence Dunbar was chosen as the 2025-26 Board of Control President-Elect by a unanimous vote on Wednesday. Kelley will follow in the footsteps of 2024-25 President-Elect Greg Howard of Warren County Public Schools, who is set to succeed outgoing two-time Board of Control President Matt Wilhoite of Kenton County Schools next school year.

The Board approved the usage of golf carts by the head coach of each qualifying full team at the golf state championships starting in 2025-26. One cart will be permitted for each qualifying full team at both […]

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5/7/25 – Softball District/Region Instructions Available

Athletic Department Blog Updates

Postseason instructions for the Softball District/Region Tournaments are now available on the KHSAA website. You can view the softball portion of the instructions that begin on page 62 at the following link:

https://khsaa.org/common_documents/Instructions/20242025/Spring/2024-25springtournamentinstructions.pdf

You can find additional information on the KHSAA website on the Softball page under “District Tournament Instructions and Information” and “Region Tournament Instructions and Information”, respectively.

In addition, below are some quick references/reminders:

https://khsaa.org/fastpitchsoftball/2025/districtmanagers.pdf

https://khsaa.org/fastpitchsoftball/2025/regionalmanagers.pdf

LAST DISTRICT-SEEDED CONTEST

  • The last day for a district-seeded game is the Wednesday prior to District Tournament Week (May 14). 
  • For any game not played after that date, the winner/loser of any unplayed required seeded district games would default to the team with the higher RPI on the day following the deadline for seeded games.

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Triple Threat Awards 2024-2025

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05/06/25 – Ashurst Named 2024-25 Basketball Official of the Year

2024-2025 News Releases

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MAY 6, 2025

Each year, the Kentucky High School Athletic Association honors the top officials for the sports in which it licenses officials. Finalists in each sport are selected through a combination of not only on-field performance but also local association activity and leadership, training efforts and the mentoring of newer officials.

One official in each sport is named Outstanding Official of the Year in appreciation of their dedication and service to schools and student-athletes across the state. Winners are selected following consultation with local assigning secretaries, veteran officials’ observers and coaches throughout the state, as well as additional staff review.

The Outstanding Official of the Year for the 2024-25 basketball season is Michael Ashurst of Corbin. Each finalist will receive a commemorative watch and certificate courtesy of the Officials Trust Fund, with the Official of the Year receiving an additional recognition award.

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05/06/25 – Boone Named 2024-25 Swimming & Diving Official of the Year

2024-2025 News Releases

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MAY 6, 2025

Each year, the Kentucky High School Athletic Association honors the top officials for the sports in which it licenses officials. Finalists in each sport are selected through a combination of not only on-field performance but also local association activity and leadership, training efforts and the mentoring of newer officials.

One official in each sport is named Outstanding Official of the Year in appreciation of their dedication and service to schools and student-athletes across the state. Winners are selected following consultation with local assigning secretaries, veteran officials’ observers and coaches throughout the state, as well as additional staff review.

The Outstanding Official of the Year for the 2024-25 swimming & diving season is Lesa Boone of Louisville. Each finalist will receive a commemorative watch and certificate courtesy of the Officials Trust Fund, with the Official of the Year receiving an additional recognition award.

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05/06/25 – Hayes Named 2024-25 Wrestling Official of the Year

2024-2025 News Releases

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MAY 6, 2025

Each year, the Kentucky High School Athletic Association honors the top officials for the sports in which it licenses officials. Finalists in each sport are selected through a combination of not only on-field performance but also local association activity and leadership, training efforts and the mentoring of newer officials.

One official in each sport is named Outstanding Official of the Year in appreciation of their dedication and service to schools and student-athletes across the state. Winners are selected following consultation with local assigning secretaries, veteran officials’ observers and coaches throughout the state, as well as additional staff review.

The Outstanding Official of the Year for the 2024-25 wrestling season is Philip Hayes of Louisville. Each finalist will receive a commemorative watch and certificate courtesy of the Officials Trust Fund, with the Official of the Year receiving an additional recognition award.

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05/05/25 – NFHS Announces Wrestling Rule Changes

2024-2025 News Releases

Key Change in High School Wrestling Rules Focuses on Reducing Injury Risk

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

INDIANAPOLIS – In an effort to minimize risk of injury in high school wrestling, a revision in the leg block or cut-back maneuver was recommended by the NFHS Wrestling Rules Committee at its April 6-8 meeting in Indianapolis.

This revision to Rule 7-1-5n of the NFHS Wrestling Rules Book was one of eight changes recommended by the committee – all of which were subsequently approved by the NFHS Board of Directors.

Although the leg block/cut-back maneuver already was an illegal move, the committee added “when leaving the feet and using the foot or leg to ‘cut out’ an opponent’s leg, to include from the rear-standing position.”

Elliot Hopkins, director of sports and student services and editor of the NFHS wrestling rules, said the committee added language about leaving the feet to help […]

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05/05/25 – KHSAA Student Advisory Group Selected for 2025-26

2024-2025 News Releases

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MAY 5, 2025

Sixteen student-athletes from across the Commonwealth of Kentucky have been named members of the 2025-26 KHSAA Student Advisory Group. The leaders will represent the KHSAA at the NFHS National Student Leadership Summit on July 14-17 in Indianapolis.

The group will also assist in the planning and execution of the KHSAA HYPE Student Leadership Conferences scheduled for Sept. 29-30 at the Central Bank Center in Lexington. Members of the Student Advisory Group are as follows:

  • Owen McCormack, Beechwood
  • Kaidence Atwell, Christian County
  • Jordyn McDonald, Cumberland County
  • Cariann Williams, Edmonson County
  • Vivian Fox, Elizabethtown
  • Mia Hechavarria, Evangel Christian
  • Logan Nix, Foundation Christian Academy
  • Carter Bernard, Grayson County
  • Peter Wagner, Great Crossing
  • Addison Hales, Greenwood
  • Chaii Paris, Henry Clay
  • Tyson Cavinder, Hopkinsville
  • Chiani Leak, Hopkinsville
  • Alannah Kues, Newport Central Catholic
  • Milyn Minor, Scott
  • Claire James, South Oldham

The group attending the NSLS will split into groups and work through topical […]

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04/30/25 – Esports Spring Season to Wrap Up in Lexington

2024-2025 News Releases

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: APRIL 30, 2025

The 2024-25 Operation UNITE Esports Spring State Championships presented by UK HealthCare are set to conclude inside the University of Kentucky Federal Credit Union Esports Lounge at The Cornerstone on the UK campus in Lexington on Thursday.

The event will feature the semifinal and championship rounds of competition in Rocket League (PC), League of Legends (PC), Madden NFL 25 (PlayStation 5), NBA 2K25 (PlayStation 5), Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (Nintendo Switch), Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Nintendo Switch) and Splatoon 3 (Nintendo Switch). 

Tickets are available online only at khsaatickets.org. The event will be broadcast in its entirety live on khsaa.tv to subscribers of the NFHS Network, as well as on the KHSAA and UK Esports Twitch channels.

 

2024-25 OPERATION UNITE ESPORTS SPRING STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS

04/30/2025 – Kentucky Esports Nominated for PlayVS 2025 Awards

Athletic Department Blog Updates

We are excited to announce that Kentucky has two nominations for the 2025 PlayVS Awards.  PlayVS is the official Esports Partner of the KHSAA.

DuPont Manual’s Crimson Tide has been nominated for national team of the year in the competitive multiplayer Nintendo Switch title Splatoon 3, and Fayette County Public Schools is up for the national Esports school district of the year.  Fayette County is up against other districts located in Texas, Georgia, New Mexico, and Florida.

In addition, Muhlenberg County’s Carter Casebier, part of their Mustangs Mario Kart team, is nominated for the Level Up Award: A team, player, or coach who achieved a truly game-changing and leveling-up moment.

Please note you may vote on each category once a day until voting closes on May 16th!

Cast your vote using the following link:
https://playvs.com/playvs-awards

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04/28/25 – State Bass Fishing Regional Results and State Registration

Athletic Department Blog Updates

For all teams/boats qualifying for the 2025 Operation UNITE/KHSAA Bass Fishing State Championships, the registration link has been updated to allow teams to register. The registration deadline is Tuesday, May 6, 2025. Teams/boats can register by clicking on the State Championship Registration link below. From the Choose Type menu select Invitational, and then from the Choose Tournament menu select 2025 KHSAA State Championship, All Female, Lake Cumberland, Russell Springs, KY or 2025 KHSAA State Championship, Lake Cumberland, Russell Springs, KY which is the Coed Division:    

State Championship Registration

The results for the teams/boats qualifying for the KHSAA State Championships are posted below by region. We are asking coaches to please review the names of your anglers for misspellings and any other corrections that may be necessary. Please email these corrections directly to Darren Bilberry by 4:00 p.m. EST, Thursday, May 1, 2025.

State Qualifiers are highlighted in yellow.   

Region 1 Coed Results

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04/28/25 – Spring Draw Show to Air Tuesday on NFHS Network

2024-2025 News Releases

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: APRIL 28, 2025

Pairings for the inaugural KHSAA Lacrosse and Boys’ Volleyball State Tournaments presented by UK HealthCare, as well as the 2025 KHSAA Team Tennis State Tournaments and the 2025 Clark’s Pump-N-Shop Softball and Baseball State Tournaments presented by UK HealthCare, will be unveiled on Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. ET during the KHSAA’s annual Spring Championship Draw Show.

The 2025 Spring Championship Draw Show will air on khsaa.tv via the NFHS Network at no cost to viewers, live from the KHSAA offices in Lexington.

The Boys’ Volleyball, Boys’ Lacrosse and Girls’ Lacrosse State Tournaments will each begin on May 14, with the first two rounds of all three tournaments played on campus sites. The semifinals and championship match of the Boys’ Volleyball State Tournament will be played on May 20 at George Rogers Clark in Winchester, while the Lacrosse State Tournaments will conclude in Shelbyville on May 19 […]

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04/28/25 – Initial RPI Rankings Released for Softball, Baseball

2024-2025 News Releases

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: APRIL 28, 2025

The first official KHSAA Ratings Percentage Index rankings for the 2025 softball and baseball seasons have been posted. Initial RPI rankings can be found through the links below:

RPI rankings are updated on an hourly basis but are not calculated for teams with missing scores from the previous day. Therefore, it is essential for results to remain comprehensive for accuracy. Teams with missing scores, duplicate games and missing stat reports can be found below:

RPI is a tool developed for all team sports using the official KHSAA/Riherds Scoreboard data, modeled after, but not identical to, similar measurement tools. It is provided for a variety of reasons, including district tiebreaking and football bracketing, and as a means to increase publicity, interest and […]

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4/25/25 – Bass Fishing State Instructions Available

Athletic Department Blog Updates

State Championship Instructions and other pertinent information for the 2025 Operation UNITE/KHSAA State Bass Fishing Tournament are now posted on the KHSAA website. You can view the State Championship Time Schedule, instructions, and other information by clicking on the links below:

2025 State Championship Time Schedule

Instructions for Participating Teams

For teams that qualify for the State Championship, registration will be open from Tuesday, April 29, until Tuesday, May 6th, at 5:00 p.m. EST. The KHSAA will send out the registration link once it has been updated.

Qualifying teams can make reservations at several different locations. Lodging information is included in the State Instructions.    

Please contact Assistant Commissioner Darren Bilberry (dbilberry@khsaa.org) should you have any questions.

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04/25/25 – Outdoor Track & Field Regional Instructions Available

Athletic Department Blog Updates

The KHSAA wanted to update member schools about the details available for the postseason in the sport of Outdoor Track & Field.

REGION TRACK & FIELD

  • All 21 region dates and sites are set: REGIONAL MANAGERS
  • The region meet instructions are available for review.
  • Coaches should review prior to entering the regional meet (Track & Field begins on page 35): REGION INSTRUCTIONS
  • Region Meets: May 5 – May 21
  • All initial entries (including unified and adapted) for the region are due electronically (using Milesplit), no later than 9 p.m. four (4) days prior to the date of the regional meet.

STATE TRACK & FIELD CHAMPIONSHIPS

  • The Clark’s Pump-n-Shop State Track & Field Championships presented by UK HealthCare will return to the University of Kentucky on May 29-31.
    • Class 1A will compete on May 29
    • Class 2A will compete on May 30
    • Class 3A will compete on May 31
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04/25/25 – Procedure for Unified & Adapted Athlete Entry for Track & Field Postseason

Athletic Department Blog Updates

In preparation for the 2025 KHSAA Track & Field postseason, we wanted to remind you of the opportunities available for the student-athletes of Kentucky. The KHSAA will continue to offer Unified events (in partnership with Special Olympics Kentucky) and Adapted events to include regional and state track & field competitions. While most unified and/or adapted athletes have been participating throughout the season, it is important to review the following information prior to the start of the postseason.

ENTRY FORM

  • For both unified and adapted competitors, coaches must submit regional entries to the regional manager, via Form TR124 AND through ky.milesplit.com (with varsity entries) by the deadline, which is four (4) days prior to the date of each regional meet.
  • TR124 Entry Form can be found here: FORM TR124

UNIFIED ATHLETES

  • Unified partner athletes and special athletes must be listed on the Unified roster in KHSAA360.
  • Athletic Directors can add Unified and/or Adapted athletes […]

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Boundary Notification for Regions 2 and 3

Athletic Department Blog Updates

With two large regions competing on the same lake, and the need to avoid any confusion, there will be boundary restrictions for the participating teams in Regions 2 and 3.

Region 2: Lake Cumberland – Halcomb’s Landing

The competition waters for Region 2 launching from Halcomb’s Landing on Lake Cumberland are restricted to areas West of Fall Creek.

Boundary Map for Region 2

If you have any questions about the off-limits area, please contact Scott Ellison at 270-205-6864.

Region 3: Lake Cumberland – General Burnside Island State Park

The competition waters for Region 3 launching from General Burnside Island State Park on Lake Cumberland are restricted to areas East of Conley Bottom.

Boundary Map for Region 3

If you have any questions about the off-limits area, please contact Robert Cartlidge at 580-761-7000.

The area between Fall Creek and Conely Bottom is congested with floating debris and thus off-limits to all competitors. 

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2025 Bass Fishing Championship Schedule

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2025 State Lacrosse Girls All Tournament Team and Awards

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ALL-TOURNAMENT TEAM PRESENTED BY MORGAN & MORGAN

PLAYER SCHOOL Layla Hobbs Powell Henry Clay Ella Klingenberg Oldham County Caillin Heintz Mercy Academy Julia Pirtle Sacred Heart Morgan Schmidt DuPont Manual Samantha Haden DuPont Manual Hannan Dusing Notre Dame Andrea Carothers Notre Dame Anna Mullikin Sayre Avery Luring Sayre Adrian Smith Sayre Eleanor Beam Kentucky Country Day Izzie Maki Kentucky Country Day

 

ALL-TOURNAMENT AND MOST VALUABLE PLAYER PRESENTED BY MORGAN & MORGAN

PLAYER SCHOOL Christine Martin Kentucky Country Day

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2025 State Lacrosse Boys All Tournament Team and Awards

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ALL-TOURNAMENT TEAM PRESENTED BY MORGAN & MORGAN

PLAYER SCHOOL Brayden Brzygot Dixie Heights Elijah Robinson DuPont Manual Thomas Andriole St. Xavier Jimmy Hooks Frederick Douglass Cooper Crosby South Warren Haydon Bird South Warren Greyson Hodge Woodford County Charles Twehues Woodford County Owen Rupp South Oldham Cooper Olson South Oldham Samuel Estrada South Oldham Noah Hollister Trinity (Louisville) Adam Wickel Trinity (Louisville)

 

ALL-TOURNAMENT AND MOST VALUABLE PLAYER PRESENTED BY MORGAN & MORGAN

PLAYER SCHOOL Logan Bryant Trinity (Louisville)

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04/23/24 – Annual Title IX Report Now Fully Open For Entry

Athletic Department Blog Updates

The final sections of the Annual Title IX Report are now available for entry in KHSAA/Arbiter360.  As a reminder, the first phase of the Title IX report opened up on March 11.  At that time, we made the Financials and the Procedures sections available for entry.

The additional and final sections are the “Roster” (Review) and “Improvements” sections.

I’ve created this 20-minute video that goes into detail:

Additional notes and known issues:

  • To clarify a few items on the Financial form (T35):
    • You are entering financial information from the 2023-2024 school year.  So the system is looking at your rosters from 2023-2024.  This is the same as it was in our old Title IX Software on our legacy system.
    • We migrated 2023-2024 rosters from our old system to your School’s Arbiter account late last summer.
    • If you fielded a team in 2023-2024 and it is not […]

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Spring 2025 Roster of State Championship Participants by School

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04/22/25 – Tennis Regional Instructions Available and Postseason Reminders

Athletic Department Blog Updates

Please see the information below for updates on the 2025 Tennis postseason. Region Tournaments can be held from May 5-21 for the current year. The state tennis individual/doubles tournaments are scheduled to take place May 27-29, followed by the state tennis team tournaments on June 3-4.

The region tournament instructions are available on the Tennis homepage at khsaa.org. All coaches and competing schools should take the time to read these items carefully, even veteran coaches, to ensure familiarity with all KHSAA rules and regulations regarding these events.

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04/21/2025 – Title IX: Notice Concerning Team Data Cleanup Prior to Opening Roster Review

Athletic Department Blog Updates

Please let excuse the length of this message, but this contains critical information as we work together to prepare the year end reports and begin the transition to 2025-26.

While prepping to open up the Roster Review and the balance of the Title IX Functions in KHSAA360, we have found several issues with teams, specifically the incorrect use of the coed level in setting up some of the teams.

Over the course of the next day or so, there could be data cleanup to your team list, so please do not be alarmed to see changes. The changes will be done behind the scenes by our office in conjunction with the ArbiterSports team.

First off, as a review, the only true KHSAA-sanctioned coed Sports/Activities we have are Competitive Cheerleading, Dance, Esports and our Unified offerings.

In all other cases, within the parameters of Title IX, all other sports or sport […]

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04/21/25 – Initial Stat Leader Reports Released for Softball, Baseball

2024-2025 News Releases

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: APRIL 21, 2025

The first official KHSAA statistical leader reports for the 2025 softball and baseball seasons have been posted.

Stat leader reports are updated every day at approximately 3 a.m. ET and include all teams missing stats for no more than two games.

Statistical entry is required of all member schools, and those failing to meet the requirement to enter stats are subject to penalties from the Commissioner’s office, including fines and other actions within the constraints of Bylaw 27.

Member schools are solely responsible for submitting and validating the accuracy of statistical information. If a school or individual is omitted, or information is not updated, that likely means the team in question did not update its statistics through the KHSAA’s online system […]

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04/18/25 – NFHS Announces Swimming Rule Changes

2024-2025 News Releases

Backstroke Ledges to be Permitted by State Adoption in High School Swimming

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

INDIANAPOLIS – State high school associations may adopt rules permitting the use of backstroke ledges during swimming competitions starting in the 2025-26 school year.

Rule 2-7-3 was approved by the NFHS Swimming and Diving Rules Committee during its annual meeting last March at The Alexander in downtown Indianapolis. All recommended changes were subsequently approved by the NFHS Board of Directors.

The new, permissive rule allows backstroke ledges in pools that maintain a 6-foot water depth, measured from the starting end wall to at least 16 feet, 5 inches (5 meters) from the end wall. It also specifies the acceptable dimensions for the ledges.

Under Rule 2-7-3, if backstroke ledges are used in a competition, identical ledges must be provided by the host team for all lanes. Even if the ledges are available, individual swimmers are not required to […]

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2025 Spring Esports Championship Schedule of Events

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04/16/25 – Operation UNITE Archery State Championships Return to Lexington

2024-2025 News Releases

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: APRIL 16, 2025

The 2025 Operation UNITE Archery State Championships presented by UK HealthCare are set to commence on Thursday at the Central Bank Center in Lexington.

Boys’/coed and girls’ archers will compete in three flights apiece, beginning with boys’/coed teams from Regions 7-9 and boys’/coed individual qualifiers from Regions 4, 6, 7, 8 and 9 at 8:30 a.m. ET.

The first flight of the girls’ competition will feature student-athletes from the same regions as Flight 1, scheduled for 9:45 a.m.

Anderson County enters Thursday as the reigning boys’/coed state champion for the second time in three years, while Harrison County looks to secure a fifth consecutive girls’ state title.

Tickets are available online only at khsaatickets.org.

 

2025 OPERATION UNITE ARCHERY STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS

4/15/25 – Parking for State Archery

Archery Blog Updates

The following is parking information as well as a map for the 2025 Operation UNITE Archery State Championship. 

Buses Only

Buses should drop participants off directly in front of the Central Bank Center on High Street then take the immediate next right onto Manchester Street. Construction will be to your left.

On the map, the portion of High Street allows for pulling over and unloading to drop participants off. Follow the yellow entry and arrow to park the bus in the Level 3 loading dock of Central Bank Center.

Should your bus not be able to park in the Level 3 lot (end of the yellow arrow on the map), circle the block and enter the High Street lot at Gate 1. 

Fan Parking  

Fans should park across from the Central Bank Center in the lots labeled Gate 1 on High Street. The cost for parking is $4/hour with a maximum of $12.

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4/14/25 Bass Fishing Region 3 Update

Athletic Department Blog Updates

After consulting with the Green River Core of Engineers, The Bass Federation, and Major League Fishing the decision has been made to move the KHSAA Bass Fishing Region 3 Tournament to Lake Cumberland in Burnside.

Region 3 will be launching from the ramp located at:

General Burnside Island State Park, 8801 S Highway 27, Burnside KY 42519 

Any boats from Region 3 that have already registered for the Green River location do NOT need to re-register for the tournament. 

All of the information has been updated on the KHSAA website and can be found here:

Regional Manager Information:

https://khsaa.org/bassfishing/2025/regionalmanagers.pdf

Participant Release of Liability Form:

Release of Liability

The KHSAA will also be conducting a female-division-only Regional and State Championship in 2025. 

  • In order for a regional female-only division to occur, there has to be a minimum of one launched female-only division boat on the day of competition.   
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04/14/25 – Initial RPI Rankings Released for Boys’ Volleyball, Lacrosse

2024-2025 News Releases

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: APRIL 14, 2025

The first official KHSAA Ratings Percentage Index rankings for the inaugural seasons of boys’ volleyball and boys’ and girls’ lacrosse have been posted. Initial RPI rankings can be found through the links below:

RPI rankings are updated on an hourly basis but are not calculated for teams with missing scores from the previous day. Therefore, it is essential for results to remain comprehensive for accuracy. Teams with missing scores, duplicate games and missing stat reports can be found below:

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Current Boys Wrestling Alignment

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The Kentucky High School Athletic Association shall sponsor postseason competition in wrestling, provided that there is sufficient interest of the membership and such is approved by the Board of Control.
The Commissioner shall divide the state into geographic sections with the approval of the Board of Control. The alignment shall be reviewed for changes as needed due to significant changes in participation population. In the interim, newly added or deleted programs will be handled on a case by case basis by the Commissioner’s office.

As of January 1, 2025, the alignment is as follows (with manual notations to be made during the transition to the KHSAA360/ArbiterSports system):

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4/11/25 – Archery Lane Assignments and Flight Times

Archery Blog Updates

Lane Assignments and Flight Times for the 2025 Operation UNITE/KHSAA Archery State Tournament are now posted on the KHSAA website. You can view this information by going to the following links:

Boys/Coed Lane Assignments and Flight Times

Girls Lane Assignments and Flight Times

Tickets can be purchased for this event by going to the following link:

https://gofan.co/app/school/KHSAA

Complimentary admission for Archery coaches will be a wristband provided at Team Check-in.

Coaches meeting Bylaw 25 KHSAA Coaching Requirements shall receive the following number of complimentary admission passes. 

  • One to two (1-2) qualifier(s) affords a maximum of two (2) complimentary admissions.
  • Three to six (3-6) qualifiers afford a maximum of three (3) complimentary admissions.
  • Seven to twelve (7-12) qualifiers afford a maximum of four (4) complimentary admissions. 
  • 13-20 qualifers afford a maximum of five (5) complimentary admissions.
  • 21 and above afford a maximum of six (6) complimentary admissions.

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4/11/25 – Bass Fishing Regional Instructions Available

Athletic Department Blog Updates

Instructions for KHSAA Regional Bass Fishing Tournaments are now posted on the KHSAA website.

The KHSAA is aware of the flooding issues that have created the need to relocate the Region 3 Tournament from Green River. We are in communication with Major League Fishing and should have updated information in regard to the new location of Region 3 no later than Monday, April 14th. However, boats competing in Region 3 can go ahead and register at Green River as that registration information will automatically be retained and transferred to the new location.    

Manager information is posted on the KHSAA website and can be found here:  

https://khsaa.org/bassfishing/2025/regionalmanagers.pdf

Participant Release of Liability Form:

Release of Liability

Current Alignment of Bass Fishing Teams:

Current Alignment of Teams

The KHSAA will also be conducting a female-division-only Regional and State Championship in 2025. 

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Lacrosse Girls Region Seeding Plans

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Lacrosse Boys Region Seeding Plans

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Girls LAX Regional Site Selection Plan Recommendations

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Lacrosse Postseason Site Specifications

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Boys VB Regional Site Selection Plan Recommendations

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Boys LAX Regional Site Selection Plan Recommendations

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04/11/25 – 2025 KHSAA/PlayVS Esports Spring Playoff Brackets Are Set With Matches Beginning Monday, April 14

Athletic Department Blog Updates

The 2025 KHSAA/PlayVS Spring Esports Playoffs are set to begin on Monday, April 14.

To view the playoff brackets, select the game(s) below.

Nintendo Switch Titles:

Console titles:

PC Titles:

​All of this information along with previous seasons’ results can be found on our Kentucky PlayVS landing page

As a reminder, the semifinal and championship rounds will be held in person once again at the Operation UNITE Spring Esports State Championships at the UKFCU Esports Lounge located in the Cornerstone, located on the campus of […]

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Volleyball Boys Region Seeding Plans

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04/10/25 – Spring Media Credential Applications Now Open

2024-2025 News Releases

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: APRIL 10, 2025

The KHSAA’s online media credentialing system for spring state championships (archery, esports, bass fishing, boys’ volleyball, lacrosse, tennis, track & field, softball, baseball) is now live and can be accessed via credentials.khsaa.org.

Credentials to each KHSAA state championship event are issued by the KHSAA to working members of the media who regularly cover high school athletics. Credentials must be requested prior to the established deadline for each sport through the online credentialing system.

Credentials should be requested by the sports editor/director for all members of their organization needing to attend an event. Credentials for freelance photographers and stringers must be requested by the sports editor/director at the outlet the freelancer will be representing. Media outlets are responsible for the actions of all individuals representing their organization, including compliance with KHSAA policies and procedures. No credentials will be issued outside of the online credentialing system. The KHSAA […]

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4/9/25 – State Archery Workers Information

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Thank you for working the 2025 KHSAA State Archery Tournament. Here are some pertinent details to help you prepare for the event at Central Bank Center in Lexington. Feel free to reach out to us if you have any questions.

Event Details

  • Dates: Thursday, April 17
  • Site: Central Bank Center
    Address: 430 West Vine Street, Lexington KY 40507
  • Parking: After passing the Central Bank Center to the right on High Street continue the short drive to Manchester Street where you will turn right into the 3rd/top level of the parking garage. A parking lot attendant will direct you where to park.   
  • State Archery Time Schedule: https://khsaa.org/2025-state-archery-schedule/
  • Front Gate KHSAA Staff: Chad Collins
  • Technology: Rob Catron
  • Official: Lisa Johnson
  • Ticket Gate Staff: Rachel Angolia, Ralph Compton, Janet Compton, Barbara Kok, and Kathy Smith 
  • Parking: Rick Bridges 
  • Team Check-in/Pass Gate: Kara Howard and Jeanie Molloy
  • PA  Announcer: Lisa Johnson
  • Media/Social Media: Jenny Elder
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4/8/25 – Softball Nominations Sought for Midway/KHSAA Student-Athlete-of-the-Year Awards

Athletic Department Blog Updates

The nomination process for the Midway University/KHSAA Student-Athlete-of-the-Year among Softball participants for 2024-2025 is now open.

This award is based on athletic and academic achievement as well as community service and leadership. The link to the application contains additional criteria and a form to nominate one participant. Nominations must come from a member school but can be submitted by an administrator, guidance counselor, or coach. Nominations may only be submitted online at: https://khsaa.org/ge35-midway-university-khsaa-female-student-athlete-of-the-year-nomination-form/ 

The winner will be announced early in the postseason and recognized at an awards ceremony at Midway University in early summer. From the winners selected for each KHSAA championship, one student-athlete will be selected as the 2024-2025 Midway University/KHSAA Student-Athlete-of-the-Year and announced at the recognition. All winners will receive their honors at that event.

The deadline for nominations for the Midway University/KHSAA Student-Athlete of the Year in the sport of Softball is May 2, 2025. We look forward to your participation.

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04/07/25 – Baseball Nominations Sought for Midway/KHSAA Athlete-of-the-Year

2024-2025 News Releases

The nomination process for the Midway University/KHSAA Student Athlete-of-the-Year among Baseball participants for 2024-2025 is now open.

This award is based on athletic and academic achievement as well as community service and leadership. The link to the application contains additional criteria and a form to nominate one participant from each 2024-2025 team. Nominations must come from a member school, but can be submitted by an administrator, guidance counselor, or coach. Nominations may only be submitted online at: https://khsaa.org/ge35-midway-university-khsaa-female-student-athlete-of-the-year-nomination-form/.

The winner will be announced early in the postseason and recognized at an awards banquet at Midway University in early summer 2025. From the winners selected for each KHSAA championship, one student-athlete will be selected as the 2024-2025 Midway University/KHSAA Student Athlete-of-the-Year and announced at the banquet. All winners will also receive their recognition at that banquet.

The deadline for nominations for the Midway University/KHSAA Student-Athlete of the Year in the sport of Baseball is May […]

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04/07/25 – Boys’ Volleyball Nominations Sought for Midway/KHSAA Student Athlete-of-the-Year

2024-2025 News Releases

The nomination process for the Midway University/KHSAA Student Athlete-of-the-Year among Boys’ Volleyball participants for 2024-2025 is now open.

This award is based on athletic and academic achievement as well as community service and leadership. The link to the application contains additional criteria and a form to nominate one participant from each 2024-2025 team. Nominations must come from a member school, but can be submitted by an administrator, guidance counselor, or coach. Nominations may only be submitted online at: https://khsaa.org/ge35-midway-university-khsaa-female-student-athlete-of-the-year-nomination-form/.

The winner will be announced early in the postseason and recognized at an awards banquet at Midway University in early summer 2025. From the winners selected for each KHSAA championship, one student-athlete will be selected as the 2024-2025 Midway University/KHSAA Student Athlete-of-the-Year and announced at the banquet. All winners will also receive their recognition at that banquet.

The deadline for nominations for the Midway University/KHSAA Student-Athlete of the Year in the sport of Boys’ Volleyball […]

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04/07/25 – Inaugural Stat Leader Reports Released for Boys’ Volleyball, Lacrosse

2024-2025 News Releases

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: APRIL 7, 2025

The first official KHSAA statistical leader reports for the inaugural seasons of boys’ volleyball and boys’ and girls’ lacrosse have been posted.

Stat leader reports are updated every day at approximately 3 a.m. ET and include all teams missing stats for no more than two games.

Statistical entry is required of all member schools, and those failing to meet the requirement to enter stats are subject to penalties from the Commissioner’s office, including fines and other actions within the constraints of Bylaw 27.

Member schools are solely responsible for submitting and validating the accuracy of statistical information. If a school or individual is omitted, or information is not updated, that likely means the team in question did not update its statistics through the KHSAA’s online system prior to the re-calculation deadline. When in doubt about statistics calculations, reference can be made to the NFHS Statisticians’ Manual.

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4/3/25 – 2025 Archery State Championship Qualifiers By School

Archery Blog Updates

The list of individuals and teams that have qualified for the upcoming Operation UNITE Archery State Championship has been compiled and is now listed on the KHSAA website. This list will assist coaches in knowing who to register for the State Championship. The list can be viewed by going to the following links:

https://khsaa.org/2024-2025-complete-boys-coed-entry-listing-by-school/

https://khsaa.org/2024-2025-complete-girls-entry-listing-by-school/

Please check to ensure your individuals or teams have been properly identified. If there are any issues, please let this office know via email by Wednesday, April 9, 4:00 p.m. EST to either Darren Bilberry (dbilberry@khsaa.org) or Chad Collins (ccollins@khsaa.org). 

Registration:

https://khsaa.org/4-2-25-khsaa-archery-state-championship-registration-now-open/

State Instructions:

https://khsaa.org/archery/2025/stateinstructions.pdf

Teams can find hotel information and book rooms by going to the following link and then clicking the Archery Options link at the bottom of the page:

https://khsaa.org/visitlex-2024-khsaa-championships-hotel-contacts/

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4/2/25 – KHSAA Archery State Championship Registration Now Open

Archery Blog Updates

Registration for the 2025 Boys/Coed and Girls State Archery Championships is now open. Registration shall remain open through Wednesday, April 9, 2025. 

Use the links below to register for this event:

Boys/Coed Division

Girls Division

For additional information on the Archery Championships, please see the 2025 KHSAA State Archery Instructions at: https://khsaa.org/archery/2025/stateinstructions.pdf

The top two teams from each Region Tournament advance to qualify for the State Tournament. Additionally, the top three individuals at each Region Tournament, who were not on an advancing team, also advance to the State Tournament. 

Once registration is closed, range/lane assignments will be made and sent out in advance of the Championships. These assignments shall be random and neither the archers nor coaches are authorized to change these assignments.    

8:30 AM Flight 1 – Boys’/Coed Regions TBA

9:45 AM Flight 2 – Girls’ Regions TBA

11:00 AM Flight 3 – Boys’/Coed Regions TBA

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2025 Boys Volleyball Stat Leaders

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2025 Boys Lacrosse Stat Leaders

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2025 Girls Lacrosse Stat Leaders

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4/1/25 – Lacrosse Nominations Sought for Midway/KHSAA Student-Athlete of the Year

Athletic Department Blog Updates

The nomination process for the Midway University/KHSAA Male and Female Student Athlete of the Year among Lacrosse participants for 2024-2025 is now open.

This award is based on athletic and academic achievement as well as community service and leadership. The link to the application contains additional criteria and a form to nominate one participant from each 2024-2025 team. Nominations must come from a member school, but can be submitted by an administrator, guidance counselor, or coach. Nominations may only be submitted online at: https://khsaa.org/ge35-midway-university-khsaa-female-student-athlete-of-the-year-nomination-form/

The winner will be announced early in the postseason and recognized at an awards banquet at Midway University in early summer 2025. From the winners selected for each KHSAA championship, one student-athlete will be selected as the 2024-2025 Midway University/KHSAA Student-Athlete-of-the-Year and announced at the banquet. All winners will also receive their recognition at that banquet.

The deadline for nominations for the Midway University/KHSAA Student-Athlete of the Year (male and […]

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2025 State Archery Schedule

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03/27/25 – Ivan Rice, Rick Shaw Awarded First-Ever Bob White/Mike Fields Media Service Award

2024-2025 News Releases

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MARCH 27, 2025

Ivan Rice and Rick Shaw, the first-ever recipients of the Bob White/Mike Fields Media Service Award, were honored on Thursday during the opening round of the 2025 UK HealthCare Boys’ Basketball Sweet 16® inside Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center in Lexington.

The newly instituted Bob White/Mike Fields Media Service Award is presented to an individual in recognition of a career promoting student-athletes, coaches and officials throughout the Commonwealth, as well as for devoted service to interscholastic athletics.

A native of Paris who is affectionately known as the “Doctor of Sports,” Rice has covered Paris and Bourbon County sports for the Bourbon County Citizen for over 40 years. He has been voted into several Halls of Fame for his coverage and won numerous Kentucky Press Association awards.

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03/27/25 – Neil Middleton Earns NFHS State Award For Outstanding Service

2024-2025 News Releases

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MARCH 27, 2025

After a four-decade career in Eastern Kentucky sports media, Neil Middleton has been awarded the NFHS State Award for Outstanding Service.

Starting his television career at WYMT in 1987, Middleton’s recognition comes for his contributions and media coverage to schools, coaches, players and fans throughout his storied career.

Middleton was the long-time director of the WYMT Mountain Basketball Classic and served as a board member for several organizations in Kentucky’s Appalachian region, including the Center for Rural Development, One East Kentucky, Alice Lloyd College, Eastern Kentucky PRIDE, East Kentucky Leadership Foundation, the Challenger Learning Center of Kentucky and the Kentucky Associated Press.

 

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About the Kentucky High School Athletic Association

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03/26/25 – Esports Spring Playoff Schedule Information and Reminders

Athletic Department Blog Updates

The 2024 Spring Playoffs are set to kick off on April 14 and include the seven returning titles from the Fall:

  • Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
  • Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
  • Splatoon 3
  • NBA 2K25
  • Madden NFL 25
  • Rocket League
  • League of Legends

The complete schedule can be found below:

Week

Date

Title

Bracket

1

4/14/2025

  • Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Top 64

 

4/16/2025

  • Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Top 32

 

4/17/2025

  • Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

  • Rocket League

Top 32

 

4/18/2025

  • NBA 2K25

  • Splatoon 3

  • Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Top 16

2

4/22/2025

  • Madden NFL 25

  • Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

  • Rocket League

Top 16

 

4/23/2025

  • League of Legends

  • NBA 2K25

  • Splatoon 3

  • Super Smash Bros. […]

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03/26/25 – Esports Nominations Sought for Midway/KHSAA Student-Athlete of the Year

Athletic Department Blog Updates

The nomination process for the Midway University/KHSAA Male and Female Student Athlete-of-the-Year among Esports participants for 2024-2025 is now open.

This award is based on athletic and academic achievement as well as community service and leadership. The link to the application contains additional criteria and a form to nominate one participant from each 2024-2025 team. Nominations must come from a member school, but can be submitted by an administrator, guidance counselor, or coach. Nominations may only be submitted online at https://khsaa.org/ge35-midway-university-khsaa-female-student-athlete-of-the-year-nomination-form/.

The winner will be announced early in the postseason and recognized at an awards event at Midway University in early summer 2025. From the winners selected for each KHSAA championship, one student-athlete will be selected as the 2024-2025 Midway University/KHSAA Student-Athlete of the Year announced at the event. All individual winners will also receive their recognition awards at that time.

The deadline for nominations for the Midway University/KHSAA Student-Athlete of the Year in […]

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03/25/25 – UK HealthCare Boys’ Sweet 16® to Tip Off at Rupp Arena

2024-2025 News Releases

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MARCH 25, 2025

The 2025 UK HealthCare Boys’ Basketball Sweet 16® will tip off its 107th installment this week inside Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center in Lexington, beginning with the first of back-to-back days of first-round matchups on Wednesday.

Wednesday will start with Region 4 champion Bowling Green (28-6) vs. Region 5 champion Adair County (30-5) at 11 a.m. ET, followed by Region 6 champion Jeffersontown (26-6) vs. Region 7 champion St. Xavier (31-2) at 1:30 p.m. in the Tigers’ first Sweet 16® appearance since 1995.

Region 8 champion South Oldham (29-5) vs. Region 12 champion and first-time Sweet 16® participant Danville Christian (29-3) will begin Wednesday’s evening session at 6 p.m. Region 16 champion Ashland Blazer (23-7), which tied an 82-year old state record with a seventh straight Sweet 16® berth, will close the opening night vs. Region 1 champion Calloway County (31-3) at 8:30 p.m.

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03/25/25 – Tennis Nominations Sought for Midway/KHSAA Student-Athlete of the Year

Athletic Department Blog Updates

The nomination process for the Midway University/KHSAA Male and Female Student Athlete-of-the-Year among Tennis participants for 2024-2025 is now open.

This award is based on athletic and academic achievement as well as community service and leadership. The link to the application contains additional criteria and a form to nominate one participant from each 2024-2025 team. Nominations must come from a member school, but can be submitted by an administrator, guidance counselor, or coach. Nominations may only be submitted online at https://khsaa.org/ge35-midway-university-khsaa-female-student-athlete-of-the-year-nomination-form/.

The winner will be announced early in the postseason and recognized at an awards event at Midway University in early summer 2025. From the winners selected for each KHSAA championship, one student-athlete will be selected as the 2024-2025 Midway University/KHSAA Student-Athlete of the Year announced at the event. All individual winners will also receive their recognition awards at that time.

The deadline for nominations for the Midway University/KHSAA Student-Athlete of the Year in […]

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03/25/25 – Outdoor Track & Field Nominations Sought for Midway/KHSAA Student-Athlete-of-the-Year

Athletic Department Blog Updates

The nomination process for the Midway University/KHSAA Male and Female Student Athlete-of-the-Year among Track & Field participants for 2024-2025 is now open.

This award is based on athletic and academic achievement as well as community service and leadership. The link to the application contains additional criteria and a form to nominate one participant from each 2024-2025 team. Nominations must come from a member school, but can be submitted by an administrator, guidance counselor, or coach. Nominations may only be submitted online at https://khsaa.org/ge35-midway-university-khsaa-female-student-athlete-of-the-year-nomination-form/.

The winner will be announced early in the postseason and recognized at an awards event at Midway University in early summer 2025. From the winners selected for each KHSAA championship, one student-athlete will be selected as the 2024-2025 Midway University/KHSAA Student-Athlete of the Year announced at the event. All individual winners will also receive their recognition awards at that time.

The deadline for nominations for the Midway University/KHSAA Student-Athlete of the […]

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3/24/25 – Bass Fishing Nominations Sought for Midway/KHSAA Student-Athlete of the Year Awards

Athletic Department Blog Updates

The nomination process for the Midway University/KHSAA Male and Female Student-Athlete of the Year Award among Bass Fishing participants for 2024-2025 is now open.

This award is based on athletic and academic achievement as well as community service and leadership. The link to the application contains additional criteria and a form to nominate one participant from each 2024-2025 team. Nominations must come from a member school, but can be submitted by an administrator, guidance counselor, or coach. Nominations may only be submitted online at https://khsaa.org/ge35-midway-university-khsaa-female-student-athlete-of-the-year-nomination-form/

The winner will be announced early in the postseason and recognized at an awards banquet at Midway University in early summer 2025. From the winners selected for each KHSAA championship, one student-athlete will be selected as the overall 2024-2025 Midway University/KHSAA Student-Athlete of the Year and announced at the banquet. All winners will also receive their recognition at that banquet.

The deadline for nominations for the Midway University/KHSAA Student-Athlete […]

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10/22/24 – Basketball Online Rules Clinic for Coaches & Officials Now Available

Athletic Department Blog Updates

The mandatory online KHSAA Rules Clinic for the sport of Basketball is available through your Arbitersports Eligibility Dashboard.

The clinic is required of all coaches (varsity, junior varsity, and freshmen), regardless of whether or not the coach receives pay as well as all licensed basketball officials.

For full instructions on how to access your Eligibility Dashboard to complete the Online Rules Clinic and the rest of your Bylaw 25 requirements, see below:

https://scribehow.com/shared/Accessing_and_Completing_Online_Rules_Clinics_and_Other_Bylaw_25_Requirements_on_ArbiterSports__4fugZqZfTxelU4KFQ-zJHg


OFFICIALS

  • As they are a condition of postseason eligibility, in the top black bar on the main page for https://khsaaofficials.org, select ELIGIBILITY
  • Select that you want the 2024-25 Basketball Postseason Eligibility by clicking on 24-25 Postseason
  • You will see a Blue Hyperlink that says Take Online Clinic
  • Go through the clinic following the instructions including any require
  • Please note it may be as much as 24-hours before your score is posted

DEADLINE FOR OFFICIALS

  • Oct. 20 […]

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2024 UK HealthCare Sports Medicine State Football Finals Award Winners

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UK HealthCare Sports Medicine Class 1A Final

  • Morgan and Morgan Most Valuable Player – 
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  • Champion – 

UK HealthCare Sports Medicine Class 2A Final

  • Morgan and Morgan Most Valuable Player – 
  • Runner-up – 
  • Champion – 

UK HealthCare Sports Medicine Class 4A Final

  • Morgan and Morgan Most Valuable Player – 
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UK HealthCare Sports Medicine Class 3A Final

  • Morgan and Morgan Most Valuable Player – Cole Hodge, Christian Academy-Louisville
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  • Champion – 

UK HealthCare Sports Medicine Class 6A Final

  • Morgan and Morgan Most Valuable Player – Clinton Sansbury, Trinity (Louisville)
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UK HealthCare Sports Medicine Class 5A Final

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2025 Clark’s Pump-N-Shop State Baseball Tournament

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