Developing student growth in wisdom, stature, and favor with God and man is the primary goal of New Castle Christian Academy. The athletic program is designed to give each student the opportunity to grow in these areas while developing discipline and sportsmanship through organized team sports. In an effort to produce a well-rounded athlete, each player will be instructed in the rules of the game, proper physical conditioning, teamwork, attitude, and work ethic. Middle school coaches are encouraged to play each player in every game.

New Castle Christian Academy is a member of the Delaware Interscholastic Athletic Association (which replaced DSSAA) and abides by all of the association’s rules and regulations for all sporting events.

Eligibility must be maintained by each participant according to the guidelines set forth by the Delaware Interscholastic Athletic Association (DIAA). The basic requirements are as follows:

• A middle school student must be passing at least four (4) credits. Two (2) of those credits must be in the areas of English, mathematics, science, or social studies.
• A high school student must be passing at least five (5) credits. Two (2) of those credits must be in the areas of English, mathematics, science, or social studies.
• A senior must be passing every class necessary for graduation.
• A student forfeits or regains eligibility on the day report cards are issued.
• A middle school student may not participate in more than eight (8) consecutive semesters from the date the student first enters sixth grade; a high school student may not participate in more than four (4) consecutive years from the first entry date into ninth grade.

Please see the athletic director for any further guidelines set forth by DIAA.

The State of Delaware requires every student who wishes to participate on an athletic team to have a current physical form on file in the school office dated after June 1. This must be turned in prior to playing or practicing with the team.