NCA Athletics Philosophy

 

What We Believe

Neuse Christian Academy offers a full middle school and high school athletic program.  We believe that the principles and lessons learned in the classroom, at home, and through the local church, can be put into practice through athletics.  As a microcosm of society, athletics allow the student to develop and use his or her God given ability to glorify God.  Because the arena of competition is usually surrounded with pressure, the athlete is tested, and the true character revealed.  Consequently, the opportunity for character growth readily presents itself through athletic competition.  Therefore, athletics at NCA is considered an integral part of a student-athlete’s school curriculum, though it is a voluntary extracurricular activity.  It is our hope that all of our students, 6^th-12^th grade, would desire to participate in at least one sport during the school year, but it is certainly not required.  

 

Our Commitment to Excellence

Our philosophy can be summed up by the phrase “doing our best as we strive to be the best.”  We believe as Christians that we are commanded by Scripture always to do OUR best.  As believers, we are not to waste the talent God has given us by giving anything less than total commitment, through participation, and maximum effort.  We also believe we should STRIVE to be THE best at what we do.  Being the best at anything, whether it is a National Merit Scholar or a state champion in basketball, is a worth and admirable goal for any Christian.  Becoming THE best may not always be the result of our athletic program, however doing OUR best for God’s glory must be.

 

 

NCA Student-Athlete Distinctives

• Glorify and Honor God in everything (actions, words, thoughts, deeds), On & Off the Court/Field.
• Commit to: Excellence, Work Hard, Teamwork, Good Sportsmanship, Encourage your teammates and opponents, Play Fair, Have Fun, Honor your Commitment to the Team, Dedication of your Efforts, Respect Your Opponent and the Sport, Being a good Student and leader in the classroom.

 

High School Sports - State & Regional Affiliations

• North Carolina Christian School Association / Eastern 3A Region (http://www.nccsa.org)

 

(Other member schools: Friendship Christian School, Wake Christian Academy, Raleigh Christian Academy, Wilmington Christian Academy, Greenville Christian Academy, Wilson Christian Academy)

 

 

Middle School Sports - Conference Affiliation

• Triangle Middle School Conference / Division II – Group B (http://www.eteamz.com/trianglemsc)

 

(Other member schools: Cary Christian Academy, North Raleigh Christian Academy, Bethesda  Christian Academy, Crossroads Christian School, Trinity Academy of Raleigh, Grace Christian School of Sanford, Grace Christian School of Raleigh, Cresset Christian Academy, Cary Academy, St.David’s School, Magellan Charter School, Kestrel Heights Charter School, East Wake Academy, St.Timothy’s School)

 

 

 

 

 

Here are the current NCA sports offered for 2010-11:

 

MIDDLE SCHOOL SPORTS (Grades 6^th-8^th)

 

Fall Season (Dates: August 1 through mid-October)

Girls Fall Sports:

• Volleyball (Coach Cheryl Asato)  

Boys Fall Sports: 

• Soccer (Coach Eddie Thomas & Coach David Coltrane & Coach Jason Slattery)

(In the future we hope to add girl’s tennis and co-ed cross country,)

 

 

Winter Season (Dates: November 1 through mid-February)

Girls Winter Sports:

• Basketball (Coach Brenda Rohrs & Coach Kelly McCauley),
• Cheerleading (Coach TBA)

Boys Winter Sports:

• Basketball (Coach Eddie Thomas & Coach Bill Kalaf)

 

 

Spring Season (Dates: Late-February through early-May)

Girls Spring Sports:

• Soccer (Coach Brenda Rohrs & Coach Kelly McCauley)

Boys Spring Sports:

• Baseball (Coach Joe Easterling & Coach Jason Slattery)

(In the future we hope to add boy’s tennis, girl’s softball, co-ed golf, co-ed track & field.)

 

 

HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS (Grades 9^th-12^th)

 

Fall Season (Dates: August 1 through late-October)

Girls Fall Sports:

• Volleyball (Coach Dawn Mocnik)

Boys Fall Sports: 

• Soccer (Coach Ben DeSantis)

(In the future we hope to add girl’s tennis and co-ed cross country,)

 

 

Winter Season (Dates: November 1 through late-February)

Girls Winter Sports:

• Varsity Basketball (Coach John Noble & Coach Charles Lincoln)
• Cheerleading (Coach Penny Hill & Coach Michelle Hill)

Boys Winter Sports:

• Varsity Basketball (Coach Ken Adrian & Coach Terry Henderson, Sr.)
• JV Basketball (Coach TBA)

 

 

Spring Season (Dates: usually late-February through mid-May)

Girls Spring Sports:

• Soccer (Coach Karen Cook)

Boys Spring Sports:

• Baseball (Coach Ben DeSantis)

(In the future we hope to add boy’s tennis, girl’s softball, co-ed golf, co-ed track & field.)

 

Prior to tryouts and participation on any of our NCA teams, a Neuse Sports Physical Form is required to be on file in the Athletic Office.   Physicals will need to be updated every 2-years.  Be prepared to purchase specific gear and equipment that might be needed for some sports (shin guards, proper shoes, etc.).

 

Athletic Facilities/Venues

• Basketball & Volleyball: on campus gym (Mt.Vernon Baptist Church campus), 7600 Falls of Neuse Road, Raleigh, NC 27615, seats 300-400
• Soccer: off-campus soccer field currently used by NCA at 4444 Louisbury Road, Wake Forest, NC 27587 (off of Hwy 401-North, 4 miles north of I-540 on the right)
• Baseball: played on various Raleigh Parks & Recreation Department fields, mainly Laurel Hills Community Center, Green Road Park, and Honeycutt Road Park

 

Suggestions Before Participation in Neuse Christian Academy Sports

• Watch our teams play & practice in the sports you’re interested in.  
• To gain some experience, join local sports leagues: YMCA, CASL, Upwards, North Wake, Parks & Rec., Net-Works, Hoop City, North Ridge Basketball Academy, local clubs, camps, clinics, private lessons, etc. 
• Plan to attend our NCA Summer Sports Camp (you and the coaches can get acquainted and it will help you improve your skills for future participation).  Attend other sports camps as well!
• Fall Sports usually start late July or early August.
• Our 5^th & 6^th graders should consider becoming a NCA Team Manager. Talk to the coach or AD.
• Pick-up a fundamental skills workout form for our various sports from the coaches or the Athletic Office.
  
• Our PE teacher and Coaches will help you with your skills and the sports that you wish to excel in.