Athletics

DA Athletics

Denver Academy Athletics

The Denver Academy Athletics Department offers a comprehensive, competitive athletic program for both middle school and high school student-athletes. The athletic program features sports and recreational activities ranging from outdoor adventure and fitness for middle school students to a competitive sports program for student-athletes that wish to compete against other schools with a similar-size enrollment. DA is a member of the Colorado High School Activities Association (CHSAA) and the Mile High League.

The majority of our coaches are full- or part-time teachers during the school day at Denver Academy which promotes the bonds between student-athletes and their coaches.

Fall Sports 2024-25

Middle School (Grades 7-8) Sports are offered as elective courses each quarter with games after school. Middle School Fall Sports will start when Quarter One begins at the kickoff of the 2024-25 school year. Visit the Middle School Academics page for details.

Sixth-grade students will have the opportunity to play sports matching the athletic seasons of our middle school students. Our sixth graders will have the option to join these sports during their P.E. class and also for after-school games two to three times a week. Students will sign-up during P.E. and will be charged an athletics fee. 

DA High School Fall Sports 2024 include:


Boys Golf: Aug. 5 to Oct. 4, 2024
The first practice will be on Aug. 5. For the practice schedule and additional questions, contact Head Coach Jack Mestas.

Coed Cross Country: Aug. 12 to Oct. 15, 2024
The first practice will be on Aug. 19. For the practice schedule and additional questions, contact Head Coach Clifford Thompson.

Boys Soccer:
Aug. 14 to Oct. 15, 2024
The first practice will be on Wednesday, Aug. 14, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. For the full practice schedule and additional questions, contact Head Coach Wanda Zimmermann.

Girls Volleyball: Aug. 12 to Oct. 15, 2024
The first practice will be on Aug. 12. For the practice schedule and additional questions, contact Head Coach Ashley Kelemen

Coed Mountain Biking: Aug. 5 to Oct. 15, 2024
The first practice will be on Aug. 5. For the practice schedule and additional questions, contact Head Coach Ben Ollett.

DA High School Fall Sports Policies: 
  • All athletes must have a current physical on file with the DA Athletic Office clearing them to play sports. Download the physical form and permission slip here
  • All athletes and parents must sign an Athletics Code of Conduct at your sport-specific meeting. The coaches will communicate this information with team parents.
  • We will allow and encourage students to play more than one sport, as long as they are committed for the entire season. The coaches will work with you to customize practice schedules.
Questions about DA Athletics? Email DA Athletic Director Elijah Bonner.

Contact Us

Questions?
Contact DA Athletic Director Elijah Bonner via email or at 303-777-5870 ext. 257.

Athletic Teams

At Denver Academy, we offer a wide variety of sports in which students may participate, both recreationally and competitively. Starting at the middle school level, students have the chance to compete against other schools.

While we offer numerous sports, if there is a sport we don't offer, students are permitted to participate in that sport at their local public school.

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Meet the Athletic Directors

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    Elijah Bonner 

    Athletic Director
    (303) 777-5870 ext 257
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    Ashley Kelemen 

    Lower School Athletic Director
    (303) 777-5870 ext 267
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Find Us

4400 E. Iliff Ave. Denver, CO 80222
Main/Attendance: 303.777.5870
Admissions: 303.777.5161
General: info@denveracademy.org

About

Denver Academy is an independent private school for grades 2-12 located in Denver, CO. DA inspires and empowers a diverse group of learners through student-centered, differentiated, and transformative education.
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