Until 1924, sports in the Santa Catarina state were practiced by clubs that competed in various disciplines, including athletics, swimming, rowing, target shooting, and football.

Competitions were held in the form of tournaments, athletic events, and friendly matches, with the winners being declared champions.

Subsidized by the State Government, the LCDT took charge of organizing surface sports, including championships in athletics, target shooting, and football.

Efforts were made to encourage the creation of leagues in the interior regions, with affiliated clubs participating in official championships.

From 1986 to 2003, it was named Campeonato Catarinense Primeira Divisão (Santa Catarina Championship Premier Division).