History
“Where the South Comes to Play.”
Founded by Louis Graham—former Division I standout and Naismith College Player of the Year at Georgia Southern University—SEHAL was established with a clear and focused mission: to elevate high school basketball across the Southeast. Graham recognized not only a competitive gap, but also a lack of structure, vision, and pathways for talented student-athletes. SEHAL was created to solve that problem.
Why SEHAL?
SEHAL is not just another league—it is a professional, structured, athlete-centered platform built on integrity, excellence, and leadership.
🏆 Elite Competition
Elite events, showcases, and championships designed to challenge athletes and raise performance standards.
🎓 Strong Academic Alignment
All SEHAL programs follow NCAA eligibility guidelines and college-preparatory academic benchmarks to ensure student-athletes remain on track for the next level.
🤝 Strategic & Trusted Partnerships
SEHAL member schools work closely with college recruiters, elite trainers, and development experts to maximize player growth, exposure, and long-term success.
📈 Proven Pathways to the Next Level
SEHAL athletes consistently advance to NCAA Division I, Division II, NAIA, and professional opportunities nationwide.
💡 Leadership & Character Development
SEHAL’s focus extends beyond basketball—preparing student-athletes to lead both on and off the court.
A Movement with Purpose
What began as a vision has evolved into a regional movement, uniting the Southeast’s most competitive prep programs under one standardized, transparent, and athlete-first framework.
Backed by a leadership team that understands both the game and the grind, SEHAL delivers:
Elite-level competition
Professional organization
Authentic exposure
A championship-driven culture
Recognized. Certified. Respected.
SEHAL is a certified member of the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) and operates under TCAL Southeast, a regional division of the Texas Christian Athletic League (TCAL). This ensures full compliance with national scholastic sports standards and reinforces SEHAL’s commitment to excellence, safety, and credibility.
SEHAL is More Than a League
It is a proving ground for student-athletes committed to excellence in academics, athletics, and leadership.