The mission of the Laurence Manning Academy Athletic Program is to instill in students a commitment to athletic excellence at all levels of participation that will contribute to the development of their individual character.

1. Develop improved health and physical fitness.

2. Develop and improve movement skills.

3. Develop desirable social values and attitudes.

4. Develop specialized knowledge, skills, and appreciation of sports.

5. Foster good sportsmanship at all times.

6. Develop highly competitive teams.

Membership on a high school varsity team generally requires several years of experience in the sport. This level is very competitive with the goal of vying for state championships. Varsity team members usually engage in a season of conditioning and strength training in addition to the competitive season. LMA schedules many of the strongest teams in the private and the public school leagues.

Certain sports, such as football, basketball, volleyball, and soccer, may require attending a team-camp off-campus. So, students should always be mindful of the level of commitment and sacrifice it takes to be a part of a varsity squad. Coaches should also communicate the requirements expected for team members in the off-season and in-season. Fall sports, such as football, cross country, volleyball, girls’ tennis, and cheerleading, will begin practice before school starts. So, students and parents need to adjust their calendars and coaches need to notify the students when practices will start well in advance.

Participation at this level is for girls and boys who are not yet physically ready or experienced for varsity competition. JV teams are striving for maximum skill development, competitiveness, and winning seasons. These teams are essential parts of the construction of the varsity’s success in the future. Certain junior varsity teams in the fall, such as football, volleyball, tennis, girls’ tennis, and cheerleading, may begin before school starts. So, students and parents need to adjust their calendars and coaches need to notify the students and parents when practices will start well in advance.

At the middle school level, emphasis is on skill development and participation while also striving for winning seasons. Certain sports, such as basketball and baseball, may not be able to accommodate all students who tryout. The Athletic Department will do its best, within its means, to find qualified coaches and opponents for these athletes. At all levels, LMA does not adhere to an “all players get equal playing time” policy, but our coaches are considerate to each youngster on each squad and will make each child have a meaningful role on a respective team.

At all levels, LMA does not adhere to an “all players get equal playing time” policy, but our coaches are considerate to each youngster on each squad and will make each child have a meaningful role on a respective team.