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Alumni Success Stories: Where Are They Now?

September 29, 2025

Over 20,000 Hargrave alumni lead in every field. CEOs, military officers, physicians, attorneys, educators, 29 NBA players, 75+ service academy graduates. Lifelong brotherhood and Hargrave values shape successful lives.

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Hargrave Announces Leadership Transition

September 29, 2025

Hargrave Military Academy’s Board of Trustees announced today that Hargrave’s President, Eric Peterson is retiring and stepping down from his role as President to attend to family matters. He will be succeeded by Sloan Gibson, who previously served as board chair. Ben Davenport is succeeding Gibson as Board Chair. In his letter to the Board, ... Read more

Hargrave Varsity Hoops Getting ready for season

September 29, 2025

The Hargrave Tigers Varsity Basketball has released it up coming 2025 2026 schedule. With 12 home games on the plans there will be plenty of opportunity to see your Tigers in action at the historic Walter Davis Gymnasium. Check the Varsity Basketball page for a complete schedule.

JV Basketball eyes the rim as it heads into 2025-26 season

September 25, 2025

The basketball season is just around the corner and the young Tigers are preparing for the season. With a schedule of 14 games, including al the conference rivals, Gretna and some other games with the varsity teams, there is a lot of basketball ahead of them. This years team has not been set yet and ... Read more

Middle School Basketball Takes Aim at New Season

September 25, 2025

The Hargrave Tigers Middle School Basketball team will kick off its season on January 20th against Laurel Park Middle School from Martinsville Virginia. The Tigers have a healthy schedule this season with 12 games on the plan. Practice for the season begin November 1st. GOOD LUCK TIGERS

Cross Country Hits the trail at New Covenant

September 25, 2025

Yesterday our team took on racing at New Covenant while missing four of our runners, two of which are in our top five. We placed eighth out of nine schools. Cadet Jake Bradley achieved top 15 again with a 13th place finish. Due to a prior injury, yesterday was Cadet Carlos Delgado’s first race, and he held ... Read more

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Tigers Battle Blue Ridge

September 23, 2025

On Friday night the Tigers took to the grid iron against a very big and strong Blue Ridge team.  During the very physical game the Tigers battled with the Barons taking the lead at half time and playing a great game.  A few highlights – Cadet Miles Rountrey with 2 fumble recoveries.  1 for a ... Read more

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Tigers take on Covenant is afternoon tilt.

September 23, 2025

This afternoon September 18th,  in front of a very pleasant home crowd, The Tigers took the field against The Covenant out of Charlottesville.  The Tigers filled In the spaces the best they could  against second ranked Covenant.    It was a one sided match but fair and our young men picked up the physical part of ... Read more

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Cross Country Takes to the course in South Boston

September 23, 2025

Yesterday, September 17th, your Hargrave Tigers ran a fast course through rainy conditions in South Boston. They placed sixth among seven teams with Hargrave being the only private school in attendance. Each athlete who ran at last week’s meet achieved a personal best time yesterday. Please extend a special congratulations to  Cadet Jake Bradley who ... Read more

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Soccer takes on The Miller School on a rainy day

September 23, 2025

On September 16th  The Tiger Varsity Soccer team hit the road for a match against Miller School.  In the cold and the rain it was a very tough match and we did the best we could. Some notables performances today from Cadet Corbin Garofalo  #13, Cadet Patrick Fowlkes #12, Cadet Jack Alviani # 9 and ... Read more

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Tigers take to the pitch against SWVHA

September 23, 2025

On September 4th the Hargrave Varsity Soccer Tigers withstood a long lightning delay before the warmups and a late kickoff ,as they faced an experienced SWVA team from Roanoke . These guys, those not too familiar on campus, were  fierce competitors and proved to be a tough match for the HMA young team .  Once ... Read more

Understanding Tuition and Financial Aid at Hargrave

September 20, 2025

Hargrave's transparent, all-inclusive tuition covers everything from academics to uniforms. With merit scholarships, need-based aid, Church Matching Funds, referral discounts, and more—half of families receive assistance. Don't let cost prevent you from applying.

On Brotherhood

September 19, 2025

I come from a long line of brothers. My father is one of four brothers, I am one of two brothers, and my wife and I are parents to three brothers. But brotherhood is more than just a family tie. It’s a bond built on trust, loyalty, and shared experiences. It transcends bloodlines and social ... Read more

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Tiger Football Tackles Conference Rival

September 17, 2025

Tiger open season with a win! The Hargrave Tiger Football team had to kick off their season on the road on Friday, but they showed no ill effects. They blew past The Eagles of Covenant 28-7. For the Tigers, this counts as revenge for the 48-30 win the Eagles walked away with the last time ... Read more

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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.

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