In the Spring, Faith Academy of Bellville has a range of athletic opportunities for students including baseball, softball, golf, and track and field. All forms and schedules are found in Rank One Sport. Be sure to download the app for the most up-to-date information.
Baseball
Baseball is offered in junior high and high school. Team sports like baseball provide great opportunities for our student athletes to build their skills, including a strong work ethic, working with others, and performing under pressure.
“The way a team plays as a whole determines its success. You may have the greatest bunch of individual stars in the world, but if they don't play together, the club won't be worth a dime.” - Babe Ruth
Baseball - Varsity and Junior High
Varsity Coach: Kenneth Woodley
ASSISTANTS: WADE ECKERMANN | HUNTER ANDERSON
Junior High Coach: TBA
Softball
Like all other sports at Faith Academy, this team plays for the Glory of God above all else. The Lady Knight softball players are first-class athletes on the diamond. There are many advantages to joining a team sport. Getting young women involved with softball helps them make exercise a part of their lifestyle and increases their chances of being a healthier adult. When softball players realize they are improving their skills and getting better at their sport, they can't help but feel a sense of accomplishment.
“In softball, as in life, the secret to success is teamwork.” - Lisa Fernandez
Softball - Varsity & Junior High
Coaches: TBA
Golf
Golf is offered in junior high and high school. The physical skills involved in golfing range from grip, stance, and swing. Building confidence, learning to be strategic as well as developing strong mental skills for golf such as focus, concentration, and staying calm are all skills student athletes will develop through playing.
“Success in this game depends less on strength of body than strength of mind and character.” - Arnold Palmer
Golf - Varsity and Junior High
Coach: Trey Carter
Track and Field
There are many different skills and techniques involved in the competitive track and field world. At first glance, we think of physical skills such as running, jumping, and throwing. However, other aspects such as having the commitment to consistent practice, a strong work ethic and a winning mindset are critical too.
"We all have dreams. In order to make dreams come into reality, it takes a lot of determination, dedication, self-discipline and effort." - Jesse Owens
