As the 2025-26 sports year draws to a close, only 10 out of 47 varsity sports teams in Livingston County are left competing in Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) tournaments. Hartland leads with four teams still in contention, while Brighton and Howell have two each, and Fowlerville and Pinckney each have one. Various tournaments will determine which teams proceed to regional and state finals this week.

By the Numbers
  • 47 varsity sports teams competed in Livingston County this spring.
  • 10 teams remain in MHSAA tournaments.
State of Play
  • Division 1 regionals on June 3 feature Howell vs. Dexter and Livonia Franklin vs. Monroe.
  • Hartland competes in the Division 1 semifinals against Rockford on June 3.
  • State finals for Division 1 and 3 are set for June 5 and 6 at various locations.
What's Next

Teams will compete in crucial regional and semifinal matches this week, with victory needed to advance to the state quarterfinals and finals. The outcomes of these matches will determine the finalists who compete for state championships.

Bottom Line

With only a handful of matches left in this season, teams must seize their opportunities to secure their spots in the finals. The remaining matches are pivotal for the teams trying to conclude their seasons on a high note.