Delaware — The Delaware Senate has passed a resolution asking the Delaware Interscholastic Athletic Association to investigate potential disparities in athletic success between public and private schools. The resolution requires the DIAA to study five years of state championship records, focusing on private schools’ performance in sanctioned sports. This effort aims to evaluate whether private schools hold an unfair edge over public schools and to recommend policies ensuring fair competition for all student-athletes.
This action follows concerns that private schools, which often have more resources and broader recruiting options, have been dominating in several sports. During the 2024-2025 school year, private schools earned 10 state championships. The DIAA has until the end of April 2026 to complete the review and deliver a report to state lawmakers. The findings will help guide decisions on maintaining a balanced playing field across Delaware’s high school athletics.
