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Athletics

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Award-winning athletic programs

Athletics are an important part of the Academy experience. Our award-winning athletic department fields 39 athletic teams at the Middle School, Junior Varsity, and Varsity levels, and each year an average of 80% of Academy students in grades 6-12 participate in school-sponsored athletics. As members of the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) 2A Classification, our Wildcats have won multiple district, regional and state championships, and consistently earn All-District and All-State honors.
Over the last eight years, more than 15% of Academy’s senior student-athletes have received financial packages to participate in collegiate athletics, compared to the national average of 2%.
In keeping with the school’s mission, Academy has a no-cut policy for all athletic teams.
Academy at the Lakes offers several sports to both our middle and upper-division students. They include: Baseball, Basketball, Cheerleading, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track, Volleyball and Weightlifting. We are members of the Florida High School Athletic Association and compete at the Class 2A level.

QUICK FACTS

  • Mascot: Wildcats
  • Affiliation: Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA); Class 2A
  • Sports Offered: 11 Boys and 11 Girls
  • Teams: 39
  • Facilities: gym; outdoor court, rec center; practice fields and weight room
The Admissions Team offers personal tours to fit your schedule. Tours are scheduled Monday-Friday.