Heritage Athletics Vision
At Heritage Academy, our desire is that the athletic program fully supports the mission, purpose, and values of the school and that it strives to make the University-Model®️ effective in its performance. Athletics allow students to explore and develop interests and skills in sports for the rewards of enjoying and reflecting the glory of God.
While winning is a part of our Warrior spirit, it is only one part of our purpose as student-athletes. While we strive for excellence in competition, we seek to grow in Christ, reflect Christ, and glorify Christ.
Reach out to our Athletic Director, Cindy Yacco, with questions at athletics@heritageacademyofcolumbia.com.
Eligibility Requirements
Participation in athletics is open to part-time and full-time Heritage students, as well as home school and public school students provided:
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The student and family have successfully completed the necessary parts of the school’s standard admissions process and received a formal letter of acceptance.
2
The student is achieving passing grades (minimum grade of 70%).
3
The student is not playing for their public school team, nor concurrently playing for a team against which we compete.
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Students must provide a copy of a current sports physical that is dated to remain valid throughout the entirety of the season. This form must be provided to the school’s office before the first day of practice.
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*All athlete-only students are encouraged to participate in the House System and chapel at least 1x per month.
Additional requirements may be necessary for athlete-only students to attend the spring formal.
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Note to Public and Home Schooling Families: Because Heritage Academy values operating as a community of like-minded, Christian Families, we do ask that home schooled families interested only in athletics still go through the majority of the school’s admissions process. We want families to be informed about the school they’re representing and Heritage Academy can be confident of partnership with each family involved. Please feel free to contact the school by phone (573.449.2252) or email at office@heritageacademyofcolumbia.com with any questions you have regarding this process.
A Note to Public and Homeschooling Families
Because Heritage Academy values operating as a community of like-minded, Christian Families, we do ask that home schooled families interested only in athletics still go through the majority of the school’s admissions process. We want families to be informed about the school they’re representing and Heritage Academy can be confident of partnership with each family involved. Please feel free to contact the school by phone at 573.449.2252 or email at office@heritageacademyofcolumbia.com with any questions you have regarding this process.
Boys Basketball
JH Team
6th - 8th grades
$250
Junior Varsity
9th - 10th grades
$350
Varsity
11th - 12th grades
$350
Game Cancellations Due to Weather or Field Conditions
Any decision to cancel a game because of inclement weather or poor field conditions will be posted in the GroupMe. Columbia Parks and Rec. also has a cancellation hotline that announces when field play is prohibited due to poor field conditions, in which case, home games will be canceled: 573.874.7663Volunteers Needed!
Parent and Alumni Volunteers are needed for each home game to fill the following various positions:- Collect Admissions/Concession
- Manage the clock/score board
- Keep the score book
- Keep Stats
For questions or to volunteer
Contact the Athletics Director, Cindy Yacco, at athletics@heritageacademyofcolumbia.com.Girls Volleyball
JH Team
6th - 8th grades
$250
Junior Varsity
9th - 10th grades
$350
Varsity
11th - 12th grades
$350
Season Information
Heritage Academy volleyball is for 5th through 12th grade female athletes who meet the Eligibility Requirements. Students currently enrolled in Heritage may register and provide treatment consent and sports physical forms. All other students must complete an application and be accepted to the program prior to registration. Volleyball practices start in late summer and continue through the month of October. Games begin in late August.
*****Heritage requires thirteen girls to make a team.*****
Transportation
Parents will be responsible for providing or arranging their students’ transportation to both home and away games.
Location
For the most up to date information on game/practice times and locations please check the school calendar.
Volunteers Needed!
Parent and Alumni Volunteers are needed for each home game to fill the following various positions:
- Collect Admissions/Concession
- Manage the clock/score board
- Keep the score book
- Keep Stats
- Line Judging
For questions or to volunteer
Contact the Athletics Director, Cindy Yacco, at athletics@heritageacademyofcolumbia.com.
Boys Soccer
JH Team
6th - 8th grades
$250
Junior Varsity
9th - 10th grades
$350
Varsity
11th - 12th grades
$350
Season Information
Formal practices for the fall season will begin in August. A parent meeting will be held immediately following the first practice.
Practices will occur after school, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Games are scheduled generally on Tuesday and Friday, during the season, with game starts varying between 4:30–5:00p.m. Players are expected to arrive 45 mins before game start
Transportation
Parents will be responsible for providing or arranging their students’ transportation to both home and away games.
Location
Cosmo Park Soccer Fields, 1615 Business Loop 70 West, Columbia, MO 65202 with the specific field identified on the game schedule. Map of Cosmo Park They are occasionally played at Gans Creek Rec. Area, 3360 E. Gans Road, Columbia, MO, 65201.
Game Cancellations Due to Weather or Field Conditions
Any decision to cancel a game because of inclement weather or poor field conditions will be posted in the GroupMe. Columbia Parks and Rec. also has a cancellation hotline that announces when field play is prohibited due to poor field conditions, in which case, home games will be canceled: 573.874.7663
Required Athletic Equipment for Soccer
Each player will be responsible for having a pair of cleats and shin guards to wear to games AND to practices. Quality socks (game socks are not permissible at practice) are also necessary for practice to prevent blistering. Uniforms will be provided by Heritage Academy and will be collected at the end of each season.
Students who do not wear shin guards to practice will not be permitted to participate in practice for the sake of safety, and may accrue half an absence (versus one whole absence), provided that the students remains present and engaged in practice to the extent that it is possible.
Volunteers Needed!
Parent and Alumni Volunteers are needed for each home game to fill the following various positions:
- Collect Admissions/Concession
- Manage the clock/score board
- Keep the score book
- Keep Stats
For questions or to volunteer
Contact the Athletics Director, Cindy Yacco, at athletics@heritageacademyofcolumbia.com.
Girls Soccer
JH Team
6th - 8th grades
$250
Junior Varsity
9th - 10th grades
$350
Varsity
11th - 12th grades
$350
Season Information
Formal practices for the fall season will begin in August. A parent meeting will be held immediately following the first practice.
Practices will occur after school, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Games are scheduled generally on Tuesday and Friday, during the season, with game starts varying between 4:30–5:00p.m. Players are expected to arrive 45 mins before game start
Transportation
Parents will be responsible for providing or arranging their students’ transportation to both home and away games.
Location
Cosmo Park Soccer Fields, 1615 Business Loop 70 West, Columbia, MO 65202 with the specific field identified on the game schedule. Map of Cosmo Park They are occasionally played at Gans Creek Rec. Area, 3360 E. Gans Road, Columbia, MO, 65201.
Game Cancellations Due to Weather or Field Conditions
Any decision to cancel a game because of inclement weather or poor field conditions will be posted in the GroupMe. Columbia Parks and Rec. also has a cancellation hotline that announces when field play is prohibited due to poor field conditions, in which case, home games will be canceled: 573.874.7663
Required Athletic Equipment for Soccer
Each player will be responsible for having a pair of cleats and shin guards to wear to games AND to practices. Quality socks (game socks are not permissible at practice) are also necessary for practice to prevent blistering. Uniforms will be provided by Heritage Academy and will be collected at the end of each season.
Students who do not wear shin guards to practice will not be permitted to participate in practice for the sake of safety, and may accrue half an absence (versus one whole absence), provided that the students remains present and engaged in practice to the extent that it is possible.
Volunteers Needed!
Parent and Alumni Volunteers are needed for each home game to fill the following various positions:
- Collect Admissions/Concession
- Manage the clock/score board
- Keep the score book
- Keep Stats
For questions or to volunteer
Contact the Athletics Director, Cindy Yacco, at athletics@heritageacademyofcolumbia.com.
