We are a program that is 19 athletic programs and 34 state championships strong. We are a Division 2 school in the Virginia Independent School Athletic Association (VISAA). Our teams compete in the League of Independent Schools (LIS) and the Virginia Independent Conference (VIC).
Participation in sports at The Covenant School is both a privilege and an important part of a child’s education. We believe that sportsmanship, hard work, teamwork, and fair play are the building blocks of a sound athletic program. While winning is valued, there is an overriding emphasis on character formation. Over 70% of our students participate on at least one athletic team, while many students participate on several teams. This high participation rate reflects the inclusive nature of the athletic program, the quality of the coaching staff, the camaraderie of our teams, and the enjoyment that athletics provide.
Participation in sports at The Covenant School is both a privilege and an important part of a child’s education. We believe that sportsmanship, hard work, teamwork, and fair play are the building blocks of a sound athletic program. While winning is valued, there is an overriding emphasis on character formation. Over 70% of our students participate on at least one athletic team, while many students participate on several teams. This high participation rate reflects the inclusive nature of the athletic program, the quality of the coaching staff, the camaraderie of our teams, and the enjoyment that athletics provide.
Meet the Athletic Director
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Athletic News
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Covenant Boys Basketball Impressive Run Comes to an End in the State Semifinals
Read MoreFor the first time since 2000, the Boys Basketball team made it to the VISAA DIII State Semifinals after an exciting season and excellent postseason showing. Facing the #1 seed Life Christian Academy, the #5 Eagles fought valiantly for all four quarters at Virginia State University’s gym. While the game was close for many minutes, ultimately Life Christian held out and won 69-51. Congratulations to the team on an excellent season, where they finished 21-7. Go Eagles! -
Jonas Sanker Scores 1000th Point
Many people from the local area know Jonas Sanker from his time on the football field. His performances as Covenant's State Championship-winning quarterback have earned him many accolades and recognition from coaches and peers alike. But Jonas is definitively a two-sport athlete, solidifying his place in Covenant's basketball history by scoring his 1000th point during a win over Carlisle on January 14.Read More -
Fall Athletics Awards: Field Hockey POY and All Central Virginia Football Teams
Abigail Shim was named the Central Virginia Field Hockey Player of the Year and five of our football players were named to the All Central Virginia Football Teams. Coach Seth Wilson was also named Central Virginia Football Coach of the Year for the second year in a row.Read More -
Carl Seelman Named Varsity Golf Coach
The Covenant School is pleased to announce Carl Seelman as it’s new varsity golf coach. Carl is a PGA golf professional who has been in the golf business for over 25 years.Read More -
Robby Swab Named Baseball Program Coach
The Covenant Athletic Department has officially hired our Baseball Program coach. This year he will serve as our JV coach and begin his work of building the Baseball Program back to a varsity level. Please welcome Robby Swab to our Covenant family!Read More -
Soren Scott named Athlete of the Week
Senior Soren Scott has been named Athlete of the Week by The Daily Progress.Read More -
Soccer & Football Teams Bring Home State Titles
Both Covenant Boys Soccer and Covenant Football shared the sweetness of victory this past weekend after winning state championships and very successful seasons.Read More -
Senior Claire McCartney named CBS19 Athlete of the Week
Senior Field Hockey player, Claire McCartney, was named CBS19’s Athlete of the Week this past weekRead More -
Athletes Go Above & Beyond in October
Student athletes have competed at top level this month and many have been recognized by the surrounding community. Here are some October highlights:Read More -
Giulio DeGiorgis Named Virginia Male Soccer Player of the Week
MaxPreps and United Soccer Coaches have named Covenant Junior, Giulio DeGiorgis Male Soccer Player of the Week.Read More -
Jonas Sanker Recognized Twice in One Season
Covenant Football standout and junior student, Jonas Sanker, has had a fantastic season so far.Read More -
Athletes Rise to the Top in September
September has been an exciting month for the Covenant Eagles. The state champion Football team and the Girls Varsity Field Hockey team have been featured several times by news outlets.Read More -
Brothers Garner Attention for Leadership on Football Team
The opening of this year’s Fall Athletics season has brought some attention to Covenant football players Nic Sanker ‘20 and his brother Jonas Sanker ‘21.Read More -
High Hopes for the Budding Fall Sports Season
The Fall Sports season is upon us at Covenant and we have high hopes for our teams after the success of Covenant Athletics last year. The undefeated season champion Covenant Football team is gearing up for another banner year.Read More -
Jason Bennett Named New Athletic Director
The Covenant School is pleased to announce Mr. Jason Bennett as its new Athletic Director. Mr. Bennett comes to Covenant from Chapelgate Christian Academy in Marriottsville, MD where he has been the Director of Athletics and Student Activities for the past 20 years.Read More -
Girls Varsity Soccer Repeats Run to State Semifinal
When Coach Bryan Verbrugge took the helm as the Covenant Varsity Girls Soccer coach in Spring 2017, he became part of a program that had had several years of losing records and was struggling to find its stride.Read More -
UVA Basketball Players Assist in Annual Faculty/Parent Basketball Game
The Birdwood Parent/Faculty Basketball Game following the Annual Spring Carnival is always a highly anticipated event. Last year, UVA Basketball player, Kyle Guy, scored the game-winning shot to seal the deal for the faculty.Read More -
Senior Robert Wood Honored as CBS19 Student-Athlete of the Week
Robert Wood, a senior at Covenant, was recently honored by CBS19 by being named Student-Athlete of the Week. However, what makes Robert stand out isn’t just his athletic ability and his membership on the Covenant soccer and tennis teams.Read More -
Ella Dalton VISAA Indoor Track 3200m State Runner-Up
Ella Dalton is just as prolific on the track as she is on the basketball court. This past weekend, she ran right into 2nd place in the Women's 3200m event.Read More
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The Covenant School
Birdwood Campus | Lower School | Pre-K–Grade 5 |
1000 Birdwood Road Charlottesville, VA 22903 | 434.220.7309
1000 Birdwood Road Charlottesville, VA 22903 | 434.220.7309
Hickory Campus | Middle and Upper School | Grades 6–12 | 175 Hickory Street Charlottesville, VA 22902 | 434.220.7329
Located in Charlottesville, VA, The Covenant School is a non-denominational, private, Christian day school for Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12. Students benefit from a challenging academic program, visual and performing arts, competitive athletics, and a wide selection of extracurricular activities.
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