Athletics
CWA Athletics
At Charles Wright Academy, we recognize the significance of competitive athletics and fitness activities as essential components of a student’s education, offering valuable learning opportunities. By promoting teamwork and instilling perseverance, our athletic and fitness programs enable students to engage in a collective endeavor beyond themselves through participation in competitive sports teams. Our aim is to foster healthy lifestyles and emphasize the significance of lifelong fitness.
Upper School Athletics
All Charles Wright Academy Upper School students are required to participate in four seasons of athletics and/or fitness activities to graduate. CWA athletes compete in the Washington State Interscholastic Athletics Association (WIAA) Nisqually 1A League. More than 70% of our Upper School students participate in competitive athletics through 15 teams offered. Charles Wright has won state championships in many different sports, including basketball, cross country, golf, tennis, and soccer.
Upper School Athletic Offerings
Fall: Boys Tennis, Cross Country, Football, Girls Soccer, Volleyball
Winter: Boys Basketball, Girls Basketball, Dance Team
Spring: Baseball, Boys Soccer, Girls Tennis, Golf, Track and Field
Middle School Athletics
Charles Wright Academy offers a mix of competitive and non-competitive programs, and every Middle School student participates in four seasons of sports or fitness activities during school hours throughout the year.
Sixth through eighth grade students compete against other middle school students through the Washington State Interscholastic Athletics Association (WIAA). Fifth grade students compete in the Elementary Nisqually Sports League and can register for our Youth Sports program as part of our after-school enrichment program.
Middle School Athletic Offerings
Fall: Baseball, Cross Country, Volleyball
Winter: Boys Basketball, Girls Basketball
Spring: Football, Track and Field
Athletic/Fitness Classes Offered: Fitness, Tennis, Weight Training
Lower School Athletics (Youth Sports)
Lower School students have the opportunity to join additional CWA youth sports teams after school, such as Cross Country, Flag Football, Soccer, Basketball, Volleyball, and Track & Field, including competitions against other local schools, as part of our after-school enrichment program.
We believe in the power of sports to foster character development, teamwork, and a healthy lifestyle among our students. Our program offers a wide range of exciting and engaging sports activities designed to suit the interests and abilities of every young athlete. Students can explore various sports and discover their passion. Whether they are beginners or experienced players, our dedicated coaches are committed to helping each student develop their skills, improve their techniques, and reach their full potential.
CWA youth sports teams are part of the Elementary Nisqually Sports League, which includes several other area private schools.
Youth Sports Offerings
Fall: Youth Soccer, Youth Cross Country
Winter: Youth Basketball
Spring: Youth Flag Football, Youth Track and Field, Youth Volleyball
