BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — University Laboratory School was forced to forfeit the second round of the LHSAA Division II Select playoffs after a judge's recent ruling. According to the LHSAA, Louisiana judge Ronald Johnson, ruled in favor of the state's high school athletic association's decision to require U-High to forfeit their previous wins due to ineligible players. The U-High Cubs record went from 8-2 to 1-9, disqualifying them from the state playoffs. LSU Laboratory School filed a petition against the LHSAA on Nov. 8. According to the Division II Select playoff bracket, the Cubs have forfeited their regional matchup against Booker T. Washington High School. The matchup was scheduled for Friday, Nov. 22 in Baton Rouge. The No. 18 Booker T. Washington Lions advance to the quarterfinals. The LHSAA said they are "disappointed the violation occurred and even more disappointed that the violation affected student-athletes in this state." University Laboratory School Director Kevin George released a statement after the judge's decision on Monday. "Dear Cub Community, University Lab School acknowledges the recent adverse ruling from the 19th Judicial Court in our case against the Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA). We take these matters with the utmost seriousness, and we are fully committed to ensuring our athletics program aligns with LHSAA expectations moving forward. Our priority remains creating a fair, enriching, and supportive environment for our student-athletes, built on transparency and accountability. As the Director of ULS, I want to assure our community that we will always act in the best interests of our students, exhausting all avenues to advocate for and protect their opportunities. We deeply appreciate the continued support of our families and community as we work to resolve these matters with integrity and dedication. Thank you for your trust in us." Kevin George, ULS Director Latest News 2 women tell Ethics panel Gaetz paid them for sex, attorney says Georgia appeals court cancels arguments in Trump's bid to disqualify Fani Willis Louisiana judge denies U-High injuction request; football team forfeits LHSAA playoffs As tax plan hits a snag, amendment cuts new services down for sales taxes Zoo Lights Giveaway 2024