Christ-Centered Athletics, Built to Compete
Private Christian School Athletics in Asheville, NC
As the parent of an athlete, you’re looking for a sports program that’s poised to take your child to the next level. You want to see growth in athleticism, character, resilience, and — most importantly — faith.
We’re here to help you with all of that at Asheville Christian Academy, thanks to:
Established leadership and experienced head coaches with championship credentials, collegiate and professional playing experience, and decades in education and athletics
Facilities that support serious competition and athletic development, including a new eight-lane track, rebuilt football and soccer fields, a fully redesigned baseball complex with a covered batting cage, an indoor golf training facility, and more
Intentional training and athlete support in a 5,000-square-foot sports performance center led by a full-time strength and conditioning director, with a certified trainer on campus
A Christ-centered approach to competition and character that emphasizes discipline, accountability, and teamwork
Together, we’ll ensure your child is prepared for what comes next because student-athletes can get anywhere from here.
Watch the ACA Lions in Action
A Record of Strength
29
state championships
Dozens
of conference championships
17%
of graduates compete at the collegiate level
A Purposeful Approach to Athletics
Athletics at Asheville Christian Academy are an extension of the classroom — a place where students put learning into motion. Through practice and team life, students develop resilience and humility alongside athletic skill.
Athletics serve students across all grade levels, with programs designed to meet athletes where they are.
Lower School opportunities introduce skills and teamwork.
Middle School and Junior Varsity programs focus on development and readiness.
Varsity teams emphasize preparation, responsibility, and representing Asheville Christian Academy with excellence as they pursue championships.
Coaches focus on helping students discover and develop their God-given potential, and competition is seen as an opportunity to grow in maturity, to lead with integrity, and to honor Christ in both effort and response.
At ACA, we aim to:
Foster Excellence
“Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.”
Build Authentic Relationships
“Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.”
Encourage Spiritual Formation
“Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.”
A Program Built on Mission-Aligned Coaching
More than 45 coaches and support staff lead student-athletes across the following sports:
Football
Volleyball
Basketball (boys and girls)
Soccer (boys and girls)
Baseball
Track and Field (boys and girls)
Cross Country (boys and girls)
Swimming (boys and girls)
Tennis (boys and girls)
Golf
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Experience top-notch private school athletics at our Asheville, NC campus.
Prospective families are encouraged to contact a member of the Admissions team, who will coordinate a campus tour and arrange opportunities to meet athletic staff and coaches as part of the NCISAA student-athlete membership requirements process.
A Place to Train, Compete, and Grow
Families will find more than 40 acres of new, professionally designed athletic facilities designed to support daily training, skill development, and year-round preparation.
Sports Performance Center
A spacious training facility with custom free-weight stations, sprint and turf training areas, and specialized performance equipment supporting year-round strength and conditioning.
Football and Soccer Fields
Multiple competition and practice fields, including a recently rebuilt football field and refreshed soccer fields for training and game-day play.
Track and Field Complex
A new eight-lane track and multipurpose field supporting track and field events and conditioning.
Baseball Complex
A redesigned baseball facility with competition and practice fields and a 5,000-square-foot covered batting cage.
Indoor Golf Training Facility
An indoor space with simulator bays and short-game training areas for year-round development.
Tennis Courts
Six competition courts, rebuilt in 2025, and serving boys’ and girls’ tennis programs.
Cross Country Course
An on-campus course that runs through fields and along the Swannanoa River and often hosts regional and state championship events.
Gymnasium
Three full courts for practice, along with a 94-foot basketball court, a ceiling-mounted volleyball system, and seating for 1,000.
Ready to join the Lions?
Apply now to explore how academics, athletics, and faith come together at ACA.
