Compete With Purpose
Where Faith, Discipline and Teamwork Meet
Lighthouse Athletics exists to support the mission of the school. Every practice, every bus ride, and every game is an opportunity to develop the same qualities we pursue in the classroom: responsibility, perseverance, respect, and servant leadership.
Coaches at Lighthouse see sport as a platform for discipleship. Student-athletes are taught to compete hard and honor God in the process — to win with humility, to lose with grace, and to treat teammates, opponents, and officials with genuine respect.
Because Lighthouse is a K–12 school, athletics also builds community across grade levels. Older students model responsibility for younger ones, families fill the stands together, and school pride grows around a shared identity.
Student First,
Athlete Second
Academic standing, attendance, and conduct are part of what it means to represent Lighthouse well.
Our Teams
Lighthouse Athletics fields varsity teams in four sports. Follow each team on Facebook for schedules, results, and photos — or contact the school to ask about joining.
Basketball
Building leaders on and off the court. Our basketball program develops discipline, teamwork, and competitive excellence in every student-athlete.
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Basketball at Lighthouse is where conditioning, court vision, and Christian leadership meet. Student-athletes train together, compete with purpose, and learn to represent their school and their faith with humility — in every practice, every possession, and every outcome.
Baseball
Developing perseverance, strategic thinking, and competitive excellence on the diamond. Our baseball program shapes well-rounded athletes and leaders.
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Baseball rewards patience, preparation, and composure. Lighthouse players learn to think the game, support their teammates through a long season, and handle both success and setback with grace — habits that carry far beyond the field.
Softball
Empowering female athletes with confidence, skill, and sportsmanship. Our softball program builds strong competitors who lead with integrity.
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Softball at Lighthouse gives female student-athletes a place to grow in confidence, skill, and Christian sisterhood. Players are coached to compete hard, honor their opponents, and lead with integrity on and off the field.
Volleyball
Growing strength, coordination, and team unity on and off the court. Our volleyball program fosters resilience and Christian sisterhood.
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Volleyball is the fastest game in the gym and one of the best teachers of unity. Lighthouse players develop strength, coordination, and communication while learning that a team succeeds together — a lesson that shapes how they serve at school, at home, and in the community.
Sport offerings, grade-level availability, and season timing vary by campus and year. Contact the school office to confirm what is available for your student.
What Lighthouse Athletics Builds
Eight qualities we pursue in every sport, every season, and every student-athlete — the same qualities families see in the classroom at Lighthouse.
Christian Leadership
Student-athletes learn that leadership is service. Captains, upperclassmen, and teammates are encouraged to set the tone through attitude, effort, and example.
Sportsmanship
Lighthouse athletes are expected to compete with class — respecting officials, opponents, coaches, and the game itself, whether the scoreboard is favorable or not.
Discipline
Showing up on time, prepared, and coachable is a habit built in practice. That discipline transfers directly into study habits and academic performance.
Teamwork
No athlete wins alone. Students learn to trust teammates, accept a role, celebrate others' success, and put the team ahead of individual stats.
Competitive Excellence
Lighthouse competes to win. Coaches develop skill, strategy, and conditioning so student-athletes can pursue excellence at the highest level they are capable of.
Character Development
Athletics is discipleship in motion. Winning and losing both become opportunities to grow in humility, perseverance, and Christlike character.
Academic Accountability
A Lighthouse student-athlete is a student first. Academic standing, attendance, and conduct are part of representing the school well.
Faith in Action
Prayer, encouragement, and biblical values are part of the culture — on the bench, in the huddle, and after the final whistle.
A Student-Athlete Is a Student First
At Lighthouse, athletic participation is a privilege that sits on top of a strong academic foundation — never in place of it. Student-athletes are expected to attend class consistently, complete their work, and represent the school with integrity.
Academic standing, attendance, conduct, and team requirements all matter. Coaches and teachers work together so students learn to manage their time and honor both responsibilities well.
A Lighthouse student-athlete is a student first. Academic standing, attendance, conduct, eligibility, and team requirements all matter.
What We Ask of Every Student-Athlete
- Attend class consistently and arrive prepared to learn.
- Complete assignments on time and communicate early when challenges arise.
- Represent Lighthouse with integrity on and off the field.
- Respect coaches, teammates, officials, and opponents.
- Accept a role on the team and put the team ahead of individual stats.
- Handle both winning and losing with humility and grace.
How to Join a Lighthouse Team
Whether your student is already an experienced athlete or trying a sport for the first time, here is how to get started.
Talk to the School
Contact the school office to confirm which sports are available for your student's grade level and campus.
Complete Requirements
Submit the required physical examination and participation forms before your student's first practice.
Join the Season
Attend tryouts or sign-ups for the sport and season that fits your student's interests and schedule.
Compete With Purpose
Train, compete, and grow in discipline, teamwork, and Christian character alongside your teammates.
Athletic fees, equipment requirements, eligibility standards, and season schedules vary by sport and year. Contact the school office for current details so your family can plan ahead. Financial assistance information is available on the Scholarships page.
(850) 542-7828Lighthouse Athletics Questions
Common questions about our teams, eligibility, joining a sport, costs, and how athletics support the school’s Christian mission.
Does Lighthouse Private Christian Academy have an athletics program?
Yes. Lighthouse Private Christian Academy offers competitive athletics, including basketball, baseball, softball, and volleyball. Athletics are an important part of Lighthouse life and are designed to reinforce Christian leadership, sportsmanship, discipline, teamwork, and character development alongside academic excellence.
Which sports does Lighthouse Athletics offer?
Lighthouse Athletics currently offers four varsity sports: basketball, baseball, softball, and volleyball. Basketball is a winter sport, volleyball competes in the fall, and baseball and softball compete in the spring. Each team maintains a social media page where schedules, results, and photos are shared.
What grade levels can participate in Lighthouse Athletics?
Athletic participation depends on the sport, the campus, grade level, team availability, and eligibility. Because Lighthouse serves students from kindergarten through 12th grade, families should confirm whether a specific sport is fielded for their student's grade and campus by contacting the school directly.
How do athletics connect to the school's Christian mission?
Athletics at Lighthouse is more than competition. Coaches use the platform of sport to develop character, leadership, and faith, helping student-athletes learn to glorify God through every victory and every challenge. Sportsmanship, humility, and integrity are taught as core expectations, not optional extras.
What eligibility or academic requirements apply to student-athletes?
Academic standing, attendance, conduct, and team requirements all matter for student-athletes. Lighthouse treats athletics as an extension of the school's academic mission, so a student-athlete is expected to remain a student first. Specific eligibility standards, participation agreements, and physical requirements should be confirmed with the school.
Are there costs associated with participating in athletics?
Some athletic programs involve fees for uniforms, equipment, travel, or association dues. Because costs vary by sport and season, families should contact Lighthouse directly for current athletic fee information and to ask about assistance. Tuition and financial aid details are available on the Tuition & Fees and Scholarships pages.
Do I need a physical examination or forms before my student can play?
Schools generally require a completed physical examination and signed participation forms before an athlete can practice or compete. Requirements vary by sport, season, and athletic association. Lighthouse will provide the necessary forms and deadlines to families once a student joins a team.
Can I follow the teams if I cannot attend games?
Yes. Each Lighthouse Athletics team maintains a public Facebook page where schedules, scores, announcements, and photos are posted. You can follow Basketball, Baseball, Softball, and Volleyball directly from this page using the links on each team card.
How do I join a Lighthouse Athletics team?
Students and families should begin by contacting Lighthouse Private Christian Academy at (850) 542-7828 or through the Contact page. The school can confirm which sports are available for your student's grade level and campus, share current tryout or sign-up information, and answer questions about equipment and season timing.
Does participation in athletics help with college readiness?
Athletics can strengthen a student's college and career preparation by developing time management, resilience, leadership, and teamwork — qualities colleges and employers value. Lighthouse's overall academic program, including dual enrollment opportunities for qualified high school students, is described on the Academics and Dual Enrollment pages.
Have a question about a specific team or season? Call (850) 542-7828 or contact the school office.
Explore More of Lighthouse
Athletics is one part of the Lighthouse experience. These pages cover the academics, faith, and admissions journey that surround it.
Academics
See how Lighthouse combines academic excellence, biblical worldview, and college preparation from kindergarten through 12th grade.
Explore AcademicsFaith & Purpose
Read our mission, vision, statement of faith, and the core values that shape life at Lighthouse.
Our Faith & PurposeOur Campuses
Compare the Gulf Breeze, Pensacola, and Milton campuses and find the one closest to your family.
Find a CampusAccreditation
Learn about the accreditation and academic standards behind a Lighthouse education.
Our AccreditationEnrollment
Understand the full admissions process, requirements, and what to expect from application through enrollment.
View EnrollmentSchool Calendar
Check important dates, breaks, and events so your family can plan around the athletic season.
View the Calendar
Come Compete With Us
The best way to understand Lighthouse Athletics is to meet the coaches, see the campus, and talk with families who are already part of it. Visit us, ask about your student’s grade and interests, and discover where they can grow.