Hargrave News
Robert Bailey Named Head Baseball Coach
February 10, 2026
Robert Bailey has been named Head Baseball Coach at Hargrave Military Academy. Bailey arrives in Chatham with over a decade of NCAA experience and a proven record of developing pitchers into professionals, running recruiting operations, and building competitive rosters.
30-Year Veteran to Lead Hargrave Soccer
February 5, 2026
Hargrave Military Academy is pleased to announce the appointment of Tim Marchisotto as Head Soccer Coach. Marchisotto brings more than three decades of coaching and leadership experience to the role.
Brotherhood for Life: Understanding Hargrave’s Community Culture
February 4, 2026
Brotherhood at Hargrave means bonds formed through shared challenges, mutual respect, accountability, and lifelong connection. Through barracks life, athletics, academics, and intentional experiences like Junior Retreat, boys develop relationships that shape who they become.
Hargrave Football Enters New Era
January 30, 2026
Hargrave is pleased to announce the hiring of Wade Green as our Head Football Coach. Green will be joining the staff at Hargrave in the coming weeks to begin meeting players, recruiting, and preparing for the 2026 football season. “Hargrave has a proud football tradition, with many former players moving on to the college and ... Read more
General Colin Powell Leadership Medal
January 28, 2026
The General Colin Powell Leadership Medal is Hargrave's highest honor, recognizing comprehensive excellence across all Four Pillars. Recipients complete Leadership 1, serve successfully in command positions for one year, and demonstrate sustained achievement in academics, character, faith, and athletics.
Debunking Military School Myths: Truth About Hargrave
January 23, 2026
Military schools face persistent myths. The truth: Hargrave develops leaders, not reforms troubled teens. We build confidence, not break spirits. Structure enables independence. Most graduates pursue civilian careers. Facts replace misconceptions.
Integral Education in Military Boarding Schools
January 20, 2026
Sport, Leadership, and a Culture of High Expectations as the Foundation of Intellectual, Emotional, and Moral Development Military boarding schools and other forms of structured residential education at secondary level (Years 7–12) represent one of the most coherent and systematically implemented models of integral education. These institutions combine rigorous academic instruction, a disciplined pastoral environment, ... Read more
Structure and Freedom: How Military Model Unlocks Potential
January 12, 2026
Hargrave's military structure provides freedom through discipline and independence through boundaries. Daily schedules, formations, and accountability eliminate chaos, build self-discipline, and unlock potential in young men who need structure to thrive.
Tigers Triumph At Tornado Classic
January 6, 2026
It was a proper cat-fight when Hargrave Military Academy took on Alexander Central on Saturday. The Tigers managed a 69-64 win over the Cougars. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Tigers. Hargrave Military Academy found their leader in sophomore Isaac Smith, who went 8-for-15 en route to 19 points and seven rebounds. The contest was Smith’s fourth in ... Read more
Tigers Rebound with win at Ironton Classic
January 6, 2026
Hargrave Tigers had to endure a five-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They came out on top against the Wesley Christian Circuit Riders by a score of 61-50 on Saturday Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Hargrave Military Academy to victory, but perhaps none more so than Isaac Smith, who went 9-for-13 to ... Read more
Tigers Take to the Court in Ohio At Ironton Classic
January 6, 2026
Hargrave Military Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They fell 76-66 to the Huntington Expression Prep Kings. That’s two games in a row now that the Tigers have lost by exactly ten points. Hargrave Military Academy’s defeat shouldn’t obscure the performances ... Read more
Dual Enrollment Partnerships: College Credits in High School
January 1, 2026
Hargrave's partnerships with Richard Bland College of William & Mary and Liberty University allow qualified students to earn college credits during high school. Faculty-facilitated courses reduce college costs, save time, and prepare students for college-level rigor.
Middle School Experience: Center for Integrated Studies
December 28, 2025
The Center for Integrated Studies serves grades 6-8 with developmentally appropriate programming. Small classes, male role models, character development, athletics, and age-appropriate structure help middle school boys thrive during crucial formative years.
Meet Morgan Merrill: Revolutionizing Sports Medicine at Hargrave Military Academy
December 19, 2025
When Morgan Merrill, ATC, LAT, CES, BLS-C stepped onto campus as Hargrave’s Head Athletic Trainer, he brought with him a vision that would transform how we care for our student-athletes. Having worked with everyone from NFL players and Olympians to Division I collegiate athletes, Morgan understands what it takes to compete at the highest levels—and ... Read more
Tiger Wrestlers Compete in Knights of the Round Table Tournament
December 16, 2025
The Hargrave wrestling team hit the road this weekend as they went to the Knights of the Round Table tournament at Cave Springs High School, in Cave Springs Virginia. The Tigers first match was against a familiar foe James River High School. The Tiger took to the mat with a slightly smaller line up this ... Read more
Faith and Diversity: Spiritual Life at Hargrave
December 9, 2025
Baptist-affiliated but serving diverse faith traditions, Hargrave's inclusive faith pillar includes mandatory chapel, Bible survey, and spiritual formation. We're authentically Christian while respecting all traditions—helping every cadet become spiritually and ethically mature.
Hargrave Wrestlers Secure Victory at Cody Day Memorial Tournament
December 9, 2025
The Hargrave Tigers took to the mat on Saturday December 6th, in the historic Davis Gym in the Cody Day Memorial tournament hosted at Hargrave. Due to some weather issues the tournament format was changed to a round robin tournament with Hargrave, Chatham High School, Martinsville High School, George Washington High School, and James ... Read more
Financial Aid Options: Church Matching and More
November 29, 2025
Hargrave's unique Church Matching Funds program offers dollar-for-dollar matching up to one-third of tuition. Combined with merit scholarships, need-based aid, and referral discounts, half of Hargrave families receive financial assistance making quality education accessible.
Hargrave Appoints World-Class Head Swim Coach
November 25, 2025
Hargrave Military Academy is proud to announce the appointment of Arilson Champam as Head Swim Coach, bringing over three decades of international swimming excellence to the Academy’s renowned swimming program. Champam, a former nationally ranked swimmer, has coached athletes at the highest levels of competitive swimming. His credentials include coaching at two Olympic Games (2012 ... Read more
Hargrave Establishes Young Life Chapter On Campus
November 21, 2025
Hargrave Military Academy announces the launch of its on-campus Young Life chapter with Darius Jennings as Young Life Associate, bringing relationship-based Christian ministry directly to cadets.