The road to the LHSAA Baseball State Championship is heating up, and the Lafayette area is well-represented. Of the 28 teams from Lafayette Parish and surrounding areas that entered the state tournament, only eight remain in the hunt for a title. These squads have battled through upset series victories and showcased dominant pitching performances, leaving it all on the diamond as they head into the quarterfinal and semifinal rounds.

As the stakes get higher, these eight area teams will hit the road as lower seeds, looking to defy the odds. The lowest seed still alive from the region is Ascension Episcopal, coming in at No. 13 in the Select Division IV bracket. Not far behind are the Rayne Wolves, seeded No. 7 in the Non-Select Division II bracket. With postseason action in full swing, every game is a do-or-die battle for a shot at the state championship.

Here’s a look at the key matchups to watch as playoff games and series begin on May 7:

Key Quarterfinal & Semifinal Matchups:

• No. 4 Acadiana Renaissance Charter at No. 1 Vandebilt Catholic
• No. 13 Ascension Episcopal at No. 5 Ouachita Christian

Check back here for live score updates as these teams continue their championship quests. Whether you’re a player, coach, or fan, this is the time to gear up and support your local heroes as they chase glory on the diamond.