Mission: At Louisiana School for the Deaf (LSD), athletics are an important part of the educational experience for our deaf and hard of hearing students. We are strongly committed to promoting academic and athletic success of our student-athletes in a bilingual-bicultural program.

To support the overall educational experience of our Deaf and hard-of-hearing students, the Athletics Department is determined to cultivate personal development individually and as a team and to create a respectful environment that celebrates equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Vision: To provide Deaf and hard-of-hearing student-athletes with opportunities to succeed academically and promote socioemotional well-being by participating in athletics. The athletics department is dedicated to developing athletic abilities, building strong relationships, building character, maintaining wellness (physical, emotional, mental, and social health), and fostering a sense of pride in the community/school.

7th-12th grade students have the opportunity to compete in the following team sports with Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA) members in the state and deaf schools across the nation.

Fall Sports

• Football

• Volleyball

• Cheerleading

Winter Sports

• Basketball

• Powerlifting

• Cheerleading

Spring Sports

• Track & Field

• eSports

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the Athletic Director, Denton Mallas at 225-228-4358 or dmallas@lsdvi.org