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.

6th Grade & Middle School Sports

Middle School (Grades 7-8) Sports are offered as elective courses each quarter with games after school. Middle School Sports start when each quarter begins. 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. 

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. Our teams include:

Middle School
High School
Boys Baseball
Boys Baseball
Boys Basketball
Boys Basketball
Boys Soccer
Boys Golf
Boys Volleyball
Boys Soccer
Coed Cross Country
Coed Cross Country
Coed Track & Field
Coed Track & Field
Girls Basketball
Girls Basketball
Girls Volleyball
Girls Golf
Mountain Biking
Girls Volleyball
Rock Climbing
Mountain Biking
eSports
Rock Climbing
 
eSports

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.

Frequently Used Documents

Contact Us

Questions?
Contact DA High School Athletic Director Mark Leadbetter via email or at 303-777-5870 ext. 346.

Contact DA Lower School Athletic Director Ashley Kelemen via email or at 303-777-5870 ext. 301. 

High School Fall Sports 2026

High School Fall Sports at Denver Academy kick off on Monday, August 3!

Fall Sports offered include:
  • High School Boys Golf
  • High School Boys Soccer
  • High School Girls Volleyball
  • High School Co-ed Mountain Biking
  • High School Co-ed Cross Country
Click here to download information on each sport, along with DA athletics policies.

Registration for High School Fall Sports is now available. DA High School parents, log in to MyDA and go to the Tuition Management tile to register. (Navigate to Purchase Optional Items to select the sport for your student.)

Questions?
Contact Denver Academy High School Athletic Director Mark Leadbetter.     

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Meet the Athletic Directors

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  • Photo of Ashley Kelemen

    Ashley Kelemen 

    Lower School Athletic Director
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  • Photo of Mark Leadbetter

    Mark Leadbetter 

    High School Athletic Director
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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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