Student Life

Athletics

Staying Active at LSMSA

The Department of Athletics & Recreation offers a wide range of ways for students to stay active, build community, and represent LSMSA. Whether you’re brand new to a sport or a seasoned competitor, there’s a place for everyone to participate in our teams and in a variety of recreational activities designed for fun, wellness, and balance.
 
 
Interscholastic Athletics: Varsity Sports 

LSMSA varsity athletics provides spirited competition, leadership development, and school pride. Our teams compete through the Association of Christian Educators of Louisiana (ACEL), a statewide league of schools across Louisiana.
 
  • Volleyball 
  • Basketball 
  • Cross Country 
  • Golf 
  • Tennis 
  • Track & Field 
  • Cheerleading 
  • Esports (PlayVS League) 

Select a team

Interscholastic Athletics: Club Sports

Club sports are student-led organizations that promote and develop shared interests. New clubs begin with student enthusiasm and can grow over time—some may even develop into future varsity offerings.
 
  • Fencing 
  • Pickleball 
  • SLAMT 

SLAMT:
 

SLAMT is LSMSA’s largest interscholastic athletic competition—an annual weekend event that brings together LSMSA and sister schools from Alabama, Arkansas, Mississippi, and Texas. Students compete in a variety of sports, celebrate school spirit, and have the opportunity to connect with their peers from similar schools. 
Recreational Activities:

Looking for something active and low-pressure? Our recreation offerings help students unwind, try something new, and prioritize wellness.
 
  • Walking Club 
  • Hiking Trips 
  • Minor League Hockey Game Trips 
  • Indoor Rock Climbing 
  • Midnight Dodgeball 
  • Intramural Sports (e.g., 3v3 Basketball, 4v4 Volleyball, Softball) 
Other Ways to Get Involved:

Not an athlete? You can still be part of the action. Students help power game day through leadership, support roles, and school spirit.
 
  • Team Managers 
  • Athletic Trainers 
  • Pep Band 
  • Mascot 
  • Student Section 
  • Game Day Operations 
  • Athletic Council  

Louisiana School for Math, Science and the Arts

Louisiana School for Math, Science, and the Arts (LSMSA) is the preeminent state-supported residential high school with competitive admissions for Louisiana's high-achieving, highly-motivated sophomores, juniors, and seniors. As a public school, there is no tuition to attend, and assistance from the LSMSA Foundation ensures the program is available to all qualifying students regardless of family financial need.