Soccer picks up big a win against FUMA!
Hargrave soccer picked up their first win of the season on the road last Friday at FUMA. The Tigers played the entire second half a man down and still came out with the one goal victory 5-4. Michael Butare went on a tear against the Fork Union defense recording a hat-trick, and Jalen Carter ripped ... Read more
Newsletter 9-13-23
Founders’ Day Wednesday, September 6, marked a special day for Hargrave. Founders’ Day is a cherished tradition that celebrates the school’s rich history and the visionaries who established it. On this special day, Cadets, faculty, and staff come together to honor the founders’ legacy through various activities. As the Cadets form up on Company Street, ... Read more
Hammock Leads Offense with 5 Passing Touchdowns!
This past Saturday the Tigers traveled to St. George, Virginia to take on the Blue Ridge Barons. Ashton Hammock produced a career night by throwing for five touchdowns! He also showed great focus and composure throughout the game as the team battled through injuries. Alex Turner also showed out by making an amazing catch and ... Read more
Freshman Goalie Tallies Breakout Performance!
The Tigers battled hard through the humidity and heat this past Thursday against Blue Ridge. Though the team did not get the result they were hoping for, Freshman goalie Joey Shelton made his presence known registering double digit saves. Coach Raines Wall stated that this was Sheltons first career start at goalie and he inspired ... Read more
Tigers Football kicks off season with a victory behind the support of an electric crowd!
Hargrave football opened the season with a 31-14 win over the Roanoke Spartans at Dick Dyer Field last Friday night! The Tigers we backed by a loud and exciting crowd that helped push them to victory. The Tigers were lead by strong quarterback play by Ashton Hammock who tallied 2 rushing touchdowns. In addition, Alex ... Read more
Newsletter 8-30-23
It’s official! Hargrave is kicking off the school year with our highest opening enrollment since 2017-18. The future is bright for our students and community! Enrobed In Excellence Friday, August 18th, marked a special day for nine Cadets. The Honor Council robing ceremony is a momentous occasion that exudes tradition and integrity. As the Cadets ... Read more
New Life for Hargrave Cross Country
The running Tigers were thrown into a crucible of fire. With only three days of practice the team faced their first challenge last Wednesday at the Southside Jamboree. The new look program now features approximately 20 cadet-athletes which is a 500% increase from last season! Hargrave had nine runners participate in the open 3K Race. ... Read more
Newsletter 8-17-23
Forging Exceptional Leaders Leadership School at Hargrave offers a rigorous and comprehensive foundation for honing essential leadership skills. Cadets are immersed in an environment that emphasizes discipline, teamwork, and effective communication from the start. The benefits of attending are numerous, ranging from the development of strong decision-making abilities to fostering resilience in high-pressure situations. The ... Read more
Elliott Perkins Promoted to Middle School Program Director
We are thrilled to announce the promotion of Elliott Perkins to the position of Middle School Program Director! Elliott is a proud native of Virginia, and a College of William and Mary graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in History. Over his four-year tenure at Hargrave, Elliott has served as an English language teacher, a ... Read more
Newsletter 7-28-23
Summer Program Awards Shark Tank Coach Blake Bivens’ Entrepreneurship Class had an interesting final exam. The students collaborated in groups to develop innovative products or businesses, which they then presented to a panel of “sharks.” The students’ grades were determined by the originality of their ideas and their ability to secure a deal with the ... Read more
Janice McLaughlin Appointed as Director of the Academic Learning Center
We are thrilled to announce that Janice McLaughlin, a valuable member of our team for six years, has been appointed as the Director of the Academic Learning Center! Janice is a dedicated educator with over 20 years of experience. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Special Education from Lynchburg College, has a ... Read more
1SG Trent Promoted to Deputy Commandant
We are delighted to announce the promotion of 1SG Remus Trent to the position of Deputy Commandant at Hargrave Military Academy. With over two years as a dedicated TAC Officer under his belt, and a military career spanning an impressive 38 years, 1SG Trent is the embodiment of exceptional leadership and commitment. His distinguished service ... Read more
Newsletter 7-14-23
“What is your greatest achievement so far this Summer?” Hometown Heroes Hargrave President, Eric Peterson, delivered opening remarks at the Chatham Rotary annual Field of Honor on Saturday, July 1. The theme of this year’s field is “Hometown Heroes.” In his speech, Peterson stated, “The Fourth of July is a singularly American holiday, and in ... Read more
Boarding School Away from Home
When considering a change of schools, most parents look close to home when they start their search. Having your son attend school outside his “comfort zone” often feels at odds with the natural parental urge to protect them. Even so, there are proven benefits to a boarding school education away from home: 1) He’ll Make ... Read more
Newsletter 6-28-23
From the Summer School Coordinator: Thank you for trusting us with your son during the Hargrave Summer Program. We will do everything we can to ensure that he has a positive experience during the Hargrave Summer Program, and we offer various engaging classes, sports, and weekend activities! If you are concerned about your son for ... Read more
Hargrave Announces New Athletic Director
Hargrave is proud to announce the appointment of Amanda Weishaar as our new Athletic Director. Amanda brings an impressive and varied background to this position, combining her military service, passion for sports, and years of experience in Aquatics administration. Her distinguished career has prepared her to lead Hargrave’s athletic programs to new heights. Originally from ... Read more
Hargrave Announces Interim Commandants
We’re pleased to announce that two esteemed members of the Hargrave family will be stepping in as Interim Commandants in the summer and fall of 2023. 1SG Eric Samuels, USA (Retired), will assume the role of Interim Commandant during the Hargrave Summer Program. A deeply dedicated and well-respected figure at Hargrave, 1SG Samuels recently marked his tenth ... Read more
The Resurgence of Hargrave Chess
At the end of the spring semester of 2022, Cadet Weber challenged CPT Perkins to a chess match. With the same confidence that he plays goalie for the HMA soccer team, he dominated the board, putting together traps the experienced faculty member had never encountered. Upon his victory, he mentioned that he had been a part of ... Read more
Veshi Named Head Postgraduate Basketball Coach!
Ben Veshi was officially introduced as the Head Coach of the Hargrave Military Academy Postgraduate Basketball team today. Veshi will also assume the role of Program Director, overseeing the Varsity, Junior Varsity, and Middle School teams in addition to his duties as the Postgraduate Basketball Head Coach. Veshi takes over for Thomas Messinger, who recently ... Read more
Hargrave Juniors Set Their Sights on Leadership
On April 28-30, Hargrave hosted the much-anticipated annual Junior Retreat. This year’s crop of juniors were genuinely excited and eager to attend. This event aims to prepare cadets to transition into the Hargrave senior class, focusing on three main aspects of their growth: fellowship, leadership, and spirituality. Throughout the retreat, cadets had the opportunity to ... Read more