GAINESVILLE, Fla. – The 2026 Florida High School Softball State Tournament brackets have been released, and all opening round matchups are set. Regional tournament action begins this upcoming Wednesday, May 6
th in Classes 1A-4A, while the remaining Classes get started on Thursday, May 7
th. For the second straight year, all roads will lead to Longwood and the Boombah-Soldiers Creek Park, where the final four squads in each classification will compete in the State Championship Event.
2026 Tournament Brackets:
Class 7A |
Class 6A |
Class 5A |
Class 4A |
Class 3A |
Class 2A |
Class 1A |
Class Rural
2026 Final Rankings:
Softball Rankings
All dates, times and locations are noted on the tournament brackets and are subject to change. Please contact the host school directly to confirm any possible changes in either the matchup location or times. Additionally, digital tickets for all playoff games will be available via
GoFan.
Important Dates
Regional Quarterfinals
- Classes 1A-4A, Wednesday, May 6th
- Classes 5A-7A, Thursday, May 7th
Regional Semifinals
- Class Rural, Thursday, May 7th
- Classes 1A-7A, Tuesday, May 12th
Regional Finals
- Class Rural, Tuesday, May 12th
- Classes 1A-7A, Thursday, May 14th
State Semifinals & Championships at Boombah-Soldiers Creek Park in Longwood*
- All Classes, Tuesday-Saturday, May 19th - 23rd
*Schedule, times and field usage at the State Championship Event are subject to change as deemed necessary by Tournament Administration
About the FHSAA
The Florida High School Athletic Association supervises and regulates interscholastic athletic programs for high school students at member public, private and charter schools. The organization also recognizes and honors academic achievement among student-athletes at over 850 middle, junior and senior high schools statewide. Headquartered in Gainesville, it is the official governing body for interscholastic athletics in Florida.