Grace Lutheran School
Athletic Ministry
Home of the Eagles

Welcome to the home page of the Grace Lutheran School Athletic Program! We offer a full complement of intramural and interscholastic sports programs for students of all ages. As a member of the Jacksonville Christian Athletic League (www.jaxcal.com), we compete against other private Christian schools in soccer, volleyball, basketball, and more. Use the links on the left to learn more about our specific sports programs, and find current schedules.

Our Philosophy

At Grace, we believe that Christian education ministers not just to the academic needs of the child, but also the spiritual, social, emotional and physical needs. In furtherance of that ministry, an athletic program of both interscholastic and intramural sports is beneficial for children of all ages.

We believe that through Grace’s athletic program students have opportunities to grow in their faith, and demonstrate Christ-like behavior and attitudes.

We believe that through proper training, guidance, and healthy competition students learn the value of Christian love, sportsmanship, and self-discipline, as well as lifelong routines that provide for healthy mind, body, and spirit.

Goals and Objectives

• To establish an attitude of glorifying Jesus Christ in all that is done on and off the playing field/court
• To help the athlete establish a firmer and more personal relationship with Jesus Christ
• To provide the athlete with a Christian role model as coach to lead, guide, and instruct them in their athletic and emotional development
• To help the athlete realize the value of others and the importance of working cooperatively with them
• To encourage the athletes to recognize the need for self-discipline, dedication, and perseverance as lifelong qualities
• To instill self-worth and esteem within each athlete through the development of a proper understanding of their unique creation by a loving God
• To teach and model athletics in its proper perspective in the development of the whole child
• To provide leadership opportunities for upper grade students through coaching intramural sports
• To provide a healthful, wholesome and enjoyable way for students to use their leisure time
• To promote school spirit