A Reason for Athletics
At Lynnhaven, we believe that participation in athletics play a vital role in the development of a student at Lynnhaven School. We also recognize that athletics benefit the school in a variety of ways. It serves as a marketing arm for the school by generating regional and local media exposure. This exposure helps to build the brand of Lynnhaven, which aids in student enrollment, alumni relations, campus-wide fundraising efforts, school pride for its students, faculty, and staff. Athletics also builds a connection with the local communities.
We believe that incorporating athletics into our school programs has long-lasting and definitive benefits. We believe that athletics are a vehicle that encourages responsibility, cultivates leadership skills, promotes and rewards a growth mindset in students. When student athletes are supported in this way, they develop lifelong habits that transcend high school. The three most important athletic participation takeaways that students continue to practice after graduation are:
We believe that incorporating athletics into our school programs has long-lasting and definitive benefits. We believe that athletics are a vehicle that encourages responsibility, cultivates leadership skills, promotes and rewards a growth mindset in students. When student athletes are supported in this way, they develop lifelong habits that transcend high school. The three most important athletic participation takeaways that students continue to practice after graduation are:
- A stronger sense of self-confidence in building relationships with others and having an expanded capacity for empathy.
- They develop a better understanding of self and, in so doing, understanding how their actions affect others.
- Student-athletes build foundations for lifelong fitness habits.
Sports Team Core Values
We strongly believe Lynnhaven’s athletic program must represent the same level of excellence and diversity found throughout the school. We believe in the following core values:
- Academic Excellence
- Competitive Spirit
- Leadership
- Sportsmanship
- Civic Engagement
- Teamwork
FALL SPORTS
Cross Country
The Cross Country Team is a co-ed junior varsity and varsity sport. Practice begins in August, 3 days per week. We participate in the Virginia Independent Schools Athletic Association. Lynnhaven will participate in a variety of meets from the Greater Richmond area to the Peninsula. Meets will take place on weekdays as well as on the weekends.
The Cross Country Team is a co-ed junior varsity and varsity sport. Practice begins in August, 3 days per week. We participate in the Virginia Independent Schools Athletic Association. Lynnhaven will participate in a variety of meets from the Greater Richmond area to the Peninsula. Meets will take place on weekdays as well as on the weekends.
WINTER SPORTS
Boys Basketball
Boys basketball will return to Lynnhaven beginning 24/25 season. Practice begins in late October and will be 4 days per week.
Boys basketball will return to Lynnhaven beginning 24/25 season. Practice begins in late October and will be 4 days per week.
SPRING SPORTS
Outdoor Track & Field
The Outdoor Track & Field team is a co-ed Varsity sport. Practice begins late February and will be 4 days per week. Lynnhaven will participate in a variety of meets from the Greater Richmond area to the Peninsula. Meets will take place on week days as well as on the weekends. Parents and student athletes should prepare to adjust their schedules to accommodate these contests.
The Outdoor Track & Field team is a co-ed Varsity sport. Practice begins late February and will be 4 days per week. Lynnhaven will participate in a variety of meets from the Greater Richmond area to the Peninsula. Meets will take place on week days as well as on the weekends. Parents and student athletes should prepare to adjust their schedules to accommodate these contests.
Forms and Permissions
Please download the participation forms and the sports physical form. Both of these form(s) must be completed before your student-athlete can practice or compete in a contest.
Lynnhaven Student-Athlete Permission Form
Lynnhaven Physical Form
Lynnhaven Student-Athlete Permission Form
Lynnhaven Physical Form
