It’s official. The famous Crosstown Classic rivalry between Lafayette High School and Oxford High School is coming to an end. While the schools are separated by just over two miles, their shared commitment to facing one another in athletics events will cease.

Officials with the Lafayette County School District made the announcement Tuesday, confirming rumors and unofficial reports that had circulated on social media over the weekend. The district’s board of trustees was notified of the decision at its regularly scheduled monthly meeting held this past Wednesday. Oxford Superintendent Bradley Roberson was informed that same night. Coaches of various Lafayette sports teams were made aware of the news this past Thursday.

The rivalry will officially come to an end at the start of the 2026-27

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