MPSA Football Powerhouses in North LA; Clubs Full of Talent in the 90s

For those of us who remember watching the rise of Evangel in the 90s, too many forget another ‘golden era’ that is unfortunately cast-aside through disdain, ignorance, or even jealousy.

The Mississippi Private School Association (MPSA) had some absolute power-houses in the same era, even into the mid-2000s, from teams spread across North Louisiana and into Mississippi.

Who remembers watching Claiborne Academy, Glenbrook, Mt. Olive, and other MPSA clubs spread across North LA?

I always suspected they were unfortunately lost in the annals of history because their racial makeup was nearly 100% White, steeped in the traditions of tax-paying citizens’ right to determine the course of their children’s education. But that’s another story for another board, I suppose.

I would place these teams against Evangel or West Monroe, or definitely against any team from South Louisiana with no hesitation. They could have even beaten Haynesville on a regular basis.

It was no secret that Evangel was hesitant to play in the Private School leagues, because there were just too many old-fashioned, smash-mouth clubs they would have to get beat-up by on a weekly basis.

Who remembers watching, or even playing for these teams?

I was watching LHSAA highlights this morning while reading the newspaper, and was surprised at the comical pace they were playing.

Not sure about the current status of a lot of those teams, but I think the MPSA folded up or at least changed names.