Hargrave News
Soccer Opens season at home against Blue Ridge
September 17, 2025
The mighty Tigers faced a tough challenge for a home opener in conference foe Blue Ridge yesterday afternoon. Blue Ridge struck early in the first half as their foot work shows why they are a constant top 3 in the BRAC. Blue Ridge put up a quick three on the Tigers, with none of their ... Read more
Junior Retreat: Building Bonds That Last
September 10, 2025
Junior Retreat creates lifelong bonds through teamwork games, trust walks, bonfire goals, and reading letters from family and faculty by candlelight. Hearts open as young men embrace vulnerability, emotional honesty, and authentic brotherhood.
Athletics and Character: How Sports Build Leaders
August 31, 2025
Mandatory athletics at Hargrave builds character through perseverance, teamwork, leadership, and resilience. With 14 varsity sports and world-class facilities, every cadet develops physically while learning life lessons that transfer beyond sports.
Service Academy Preparation: West Point and Naval Academy
August 22, 2025
Hargrave is endorsed by West Point and Naval Academy. With 75+ graduates at service academies, we provide comprehensive preparation: academic rigor, physical fitness, leadership development, nomination assistance, and character formation that academies require.
Leadership Courses: Formal Training in Action
August 13, 2025
Leadership 1 and Leadership 2 provide formal instruction in leadership principles, theories, and skills. Through classroom learning integrated with practical application in chain of command and daily life, students develop competencies serving them in college, careers, and life.
From Hargrave to College: 100% Acceptance Rate
August 6, 2025
For over a decade, 100% of Hargrave graduates have been accepted to college. Not most—every single one. With 395+ acceptances to 200+ colleges and $4 million+ in annual scholarships, comprehensive preparation ensures every graduate has genuine college opportunity.
AP and Honors Courses: Rigorous College Preparation
July 30, 2025
Hargrave offers 8+ AP courses and extensive honors curriculum preparing students for college rigor. Small classes, expert faculty, and comprehensive academic support ensure students succeed in challenging coursework and earn college credit.
Reimagining Mornings at Hargrave: Moving to the Lab Model
July 23, 2025
This fall, Hargrave is introducing a smarter, more intentional way to start each school day—one rooted in how boys learn best, and designed to equip students with the skills, structure, and confidence they need to thrive. We’re calling it the Lab Model. Labs will initially feature a mix of familiar experiences, including STEM, the arts, ... Read more
Eye of the Tiger: 20 Hour Challenge
July 22, 2025
Eye of the Tiger is a 20-hour challenge testing physical limits, mental toughness, and teamwork. Through obstacle courses, endurance tests, sleep deprivation, and team challenges, junior and senior cadets discover capabilities they didn't know existed and forge lifelong bonds.
Postgraduate Basketball: Gold Standard of Prep Basketball
July 10, 2025
Hargrave Postgraduate Basketball: National Championships, 203-15 record, 67+ Division I players in 5 years, 29 NBA alumni. Elite coaching, facilities, and comprehensive player development make Hargrave the gold standard of prep basketball.
Campus Visit Guide: Making Most of Your Tour
July 2, 2025
Campus visits transform decisions. Personal tours, Open Houses, and Shadow Days allow families to observe formations, attend classes, tour barracks, meet cadets and faculty, and experience Hargrave atmosphere firsthand.
Why Parents Choose Military School: Real Stories
June 19, 2025
Thousands have chosen Hargrave since 1909. Real stories reveal military school as an opportunity for building leaders of character.
2025 End of Year Recap
June 13, 2025
As we wrap up the 2024–2025 school year, we celebrate a year filled with achievement, growth, and Tiger pride. Our cadets have demonstrated resilience, leadership, and integrity—living out Hargrave’s core values both in and out of the classroom. From academic milestones to athletic victories and personal development, this year has been a powerful testament to ... Read more
The Four Pillars of Leadership at Hargrave Military Academy
June 12, 2025
Hargrave develops leaders through Four Pillars: Academics, Character, Faith, and Athletics. Not separate components but an integrated framework for developing the whole person and preparing for lifelong success.
A Blueprint for Leadership and Growth
June 11, 2025
At Hargrave, the decision to use a military model is not about preparing young men for military service—it’s about preparing them for life. Our structured, values-driven approach provides the scaffolding for academic success, leadership development, and personal growth. Far from being rigid or punitive, the military model at Hargrave unlocks potential, fosters creativity, and equips ... Read more
Honor Code: Living with Integrity
June 6, 2025
Hargrave's Honor Code prohibits lying, cheating, and stealing. Adjudicated by an Honor Council of cadets, this foundation of trust creates brotherhood, teaches integrity, and prepares young men for ethical leadership in college and careers.
Hargrave Track team Qualifies Six for State Championship
May 13, 2025
Leon brought home TWO medals! 1st Place in Discus with a throw of 133-4 3rd Place in Shotput with a mark of 42-5He’s been locked this week and set the bar incredibly high. Owens qualified for State in the 100m dash with a personal record of 11.72! His focus on finishing through the line paid off. We’re proud of your effort, Owens! Jojo – PR 12.72 – Down from 13.54 in ... Read more
Tennis Sweeps Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy
April 15, 2025
The Varsity Tigers Tennis Team welcomed our friends from Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy (SMLCA) for a competitive and friendly match. It was a great day of tennis with strong performances across the board. Doubles Play Singles Ladder Exhibition MatchDaxton Xavier Alexander (Senior, Kalispell, MT) squared off against Carrington and earned an 8–1 win.Daxton is making a ... Read more
Soccer Battles to a Tie with Chatham
April 15, 2025
I do believe the bus ride was less than 3 miles so there were no pillows or headphones for this trip to our new found rival’s stomping ground . The refs pulled a quick one and got the match started almost 35 minutes early , so our warm up time was cut short . As ... Read more
Hargrave Baseball Takes on VES
April 15, 2025
Yesterday, the Varsity Baseball team faced off against the #7 state-ranked team, VES, for the second time this season. Fred Bossart got the start on the mound, with Luke Cusumano coming in as relief. Isaiah Dixon started behind the plate and showed great improvement in his role as catcher. He also led the team offensively ... Read more