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Basketball Tag

18 Jan

Posted at 15:39h in Athletics, School News

There have been some exciting moments in WA athletics as we said “goodbye” to 2023 and “hello” to 2024. The Lions Competitive Cheer team won their division at the National Christian Cheerleading Championships in Orlando! It’s been nine years since WA’s last competitive cheer competition, and we’re so proud of their strong first season! A special thank you to all of the coaches and to the cheer athletes for making this happen! Way to make WA proud, Lady Lions! Our Lions Basketball teams spent the majority of their holiday breaks competing in high-level tournaments not only in the state but across the...

18 Jan

Posted at 14:37h in Arts

As we begin the second semester, we have much to look forward to. Be sure to mark your calendars and save the dates: January 23—Festival of the Arts Benefit Concert January 26—Lions Parent Association Connect (Learn how to get involved) January 26—Thespian Showcase Night February 2—Lower School/PREP Boosterthon February 3—Winter Court/Chili Cook-Off February 7—Conference Day (PK2–Grade 8) February 15—Grandparents Day (PK2–Grade 2) March 22—Passport To Paris Dinner Auction, presented by Benedetti Orthodontics April 6—Father Daughter Dance (Kindergarten–Grade 6) April 9—Spring Choir Concert and Art Show April 19–21—Spring Musical Mary Poppins, presented by Collision Care Xpress April 23—Spring Band & Orchestra...

21 Dec

Posted at 11:46h in Athletics

We are excited to share that the Westminster Academy Lions basketball team has earned the opportunity to participate in the City of Palms Classic held at the Suncoast Credit Union Arena on the campus of Florida Southwestern State College in Fort Myers, Florida. This tournament, renowned as one of the most elite high school basketball competitions in the nation, is a testament to the outstanding talent and dedication of our student-athletes and coaches. The City of Palms Classic, now in its 50th year, brings together top-tier high school basketball programs from across the country. It serves as a proving ground for the...

11 Oct

Posted at 10:06h in Alumni, Athletics

The Westminster Academy Athletic Hall of Honor was established in 2014 to honor the men and women who have made outstanding contributions to the WA Athletic program over the last five decades. The mighty Lions have been blessed by a distinguished athletic legacy, and we want to recognize and honor our exceptional alumni, coaches, and contributors who were instrumental in the success of our athletic program. The alumni selection committee includes WA Alumni Board members, teachers, and coaches. Congratulations to our 2023 inductees: Female Athlete: Jessica Nava ’18, Swimming Male Athlete: Paul Atkinson ’17, Basketball Coach: Coach Buddy Pressley, Athletic Director, Basketball 1994–2002 Team:...

11 Oct

Posted at 08:54h in Athletics

Welcome to the 2023–2024 winter athletic season! Below, you will find a list of the winter sport tryout dates and contact information for each coach. Bus transportation will be offered to and from the west campus athletic complex for student-athletes daily and will depart at 3:15 p.m. Every student-athlete must have a completed athletic physical turned in before they try out. We are using the SportsWareOnLine system again this year for athletic physicals. You can find more information and step-by-step instructions at https://www.wa.edu/pdf/Sport-Physicals-Instructions.pdf. Ladies’ Basketball Tryouts  Varsity: October 30 from 5:30–7:30 p.m. in the east campus Gymnasium Grades 6–8: November 13 from 3:30–5:00 p.m. at the east campus...