ATHLETICS

Building strength, teamwork, and leadership—one Falcon at a time.

JRPLA

WHERE CHAMPIONS ARE MADE

At James & Rosemary Phalen Leadership Academy, athletics are about more than competition—they’re about character, teamwork, and school pride. From the basketball court to the soccer field, the dance studio to the cheer squad, JRPLA scholars learn discipline, confidence, and resilience while having fun and building lifelong friendships. Our programs encourage every scholar to stay active, discover their strengths, and represent Panther pride with passion both on and off the field.

Fall Sports

Football (Middle School & High School)

JRPLA Football builds strength, discipline, and teamwork as scholars compete with pride and passion—both on the field and in the classroom.

Varsity Soccer

Our Girls Varsity Soccer team empowers young women to lead with confidence, sharpen their skills, and play with heart in every match.

Boys Varsity Soccer

JRPLA Boys Varsity Soccer inspires excellence, sportsmanship, and school pride through competitive play and teamwork.

Cheerleading

JRPLA Cheerleaders
bring energy and spirit to every game—showcasing leadership, confidence, and the unstoppable
pride of our Panther community.

Winter Sports

Girls & Boys Middle School Basketball

Our Middle School Basketball teams help scholars build confidence, teamwork, and leadership while developing strong fundamentals on and off the court.

Girls & Boys High School Basketball

JRPLA High School Basketball challenges student-athletes to compete at a higher level—showcasing discipline, skill, and Panther pride every game.

Cheerleading

JRPLA Cheerleaders are the heartbeat of school spirit, spreading positivity, pride, and energy that unite our scholars and community.

Girls Dance

Our Dance team encourages creativity, expression, and teamwork as scholars build confidence and showcase their talent through movement and performance.

Indoor Co-Ed Intramural Soccer

JRPLA’s Co-Ed Intramural Soccer program gives all scholars a chance to stay active, make friends, and enjoy the excitement of teamwork in a fun, inclusive environment.

Spring Sports

Middle School Soccer

JRPLA Middle School Soccer helps young athletes build confidence, teamwork, and skill while learning the value of sportsmanship and school pride.

Co-Ed Outdoor Soccer

Our Co-Ed Outdoor Soccer program invites all scholars to stay active, compete together, and experience the excitement of teamwork in a fun, inclusive environment.

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GAMEDAY

HIGHLIGHTS

Get ready to relive the excitement! At JRPLA, Gameday is about more than the scoreboard—it’s about the heart, teamwork, and determination our scholars bring every time they step onto the field. This video captures not only the action and energy of our latest game, but also the spirit of unity and achievement that defines our school family. As you watch these highlights, celebrate with us the moments of perseverance, growth, and joy that make each game unforgettable. Let’s cheer on our scholars as they continue to strive for greatness, both on and off the court.
JRPLA boys soccer team.

McKinney-Vento Act

The McKinney-Vento Act protects scholars from discrimination based on their lack of a permanent residence. Homeless Scholars are eligible to receive a variety of services including: transportation services, free meals under the school nutrition programs, limited English proficiency class, gifted and talented programs, and special education services based on a scholar’s eligibility. Homeless Scholars will not be denied enrollment based on lack of proof of residency. Please consult the McKinney-Vento Act Liaison if you need assistance. The PLA Network does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability or national origin in any employment and/or educational opportunity. No person shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination in any program or activity for which the PLA Network Board is responsible or for which it receives financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Education. The PLA Network values diversity. Phalen Leadership Academies (PLA) is committed to making its websites accessible for all, including individuals with disabilities, and strives to ensure accessibility currently and as new technologies emerge. PLA welcomes questions and input on its sites' accessibility at each development phase. Please contact our Call Center at 888.655.0777 or submit feedback to Communications@PhalenAcademies.org if you encounter an issue accessing any portion of the network's websites.