Cadet Life

Athletics

Every boy at FMS plays a team sport.

At Fishburne, athletics is about more than hanging banners (though we have our share of those). Like everything at Fishburne, it’s about discovering what you love, then going after it with everything you’ve got.

You can bring your energy and enthusiasm to 13 sports (four or five during each season). And whether you’re a newbie or a local military school athlete with college ambitions, you’ll get the same focus from our coaches. You’ll also feel the camaraderie, the pride and the confidence that comes with competing against your peers—and you’ll leave the competition with new skills and new brothers in arms.
Fishburne Athletics is dedicated to teaching every student-athlete not just how to win, but how to win the right way, with honor, pride, and self-respect.

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  • Fall Sports at Fishburne

    Fall Sports

    Our cross country, football, and soccer programs emphasize discipline, teamwork, and character, helping cadets grow as competitors and as young men.

  • Spring Sports at Fishburne

    Spring Sports

    Our baseball, golf, lacrosse, and track and field programs prepare every student-athlete to compete with confidence, stay active, and enjoy the season within the structure and camaraderie of a military school environment.

  • Winter Sports at Fishburne

    Winter Sports

    Swimming, basketball, JV basketball, rifle, and wrestling challenge cadets to build skill, resilience, and confidence throughout the season.

Explore Our Teams

Bring your energy and enthusiasm to 13 sports (four or five during each season).

Athletic Conferences

  • VISAA
    ATHLETIC PROGRAM PARTNERSHIP

    Virginia Independent Schools Athletic Association

    Virginia Independent Schools Athletic Association (VISAA) was founded in 1997 as an organization that would unify Independent school athletics and provide quality championship events to member schools throughout the state of Virginia. It is a home for amazing student-athletes and has grown to over 90 member schools.
  • Virginia Independent Conference
    ATHLETIC PROGRAM PARTNERSHIP

    Virginia Independent Conference

    The Virginia Independent Conference (VIC) charter members (Eastern Mennonite High School, Fishburne Military School, Hargrave Military Academy, Holy Cross, Lynchburg Christian Academy, North Cross School, Rock Hill Academy, Staunton Military Academy), realize the benefits for our students from uniting in our collective athletic goal while striving to promote and administer athletic competition that enhances the development of our students and the relationships of the member schools.

Fall Sports

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  • Cross Country

    Cross Country at Fishburne builds endurance, discipline, and mental toughness. Cadets learn to push past limits while competing as individuals who support one another as a team.

  • Football

    Fishburne Football emphasizes teamwork, accountability, and resilience. Players develop strength, strategy, and leadership on the field while learning how to compete with discipline and respect.

  • Soccer

    Fast-paced and highly collaborative, Soccer at Fishburne develops technical skill, conditioning, and field awareness. Cadets learn to communicate, adapt, and lead in real time.

Winter Sports

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  • Basketball

    Basketball at Fishburne emphasizes teamwork, fundamentals, and game intelligence. Players sharpen skills, build confidence, and learn how preparation translates into performance.

  • Indoor Track

    Indoor track at Fishburne gives cadets the chance to train and compete year-round, building speed, endurance, and discipline in a focused winter environment. From sprints to distance events, our athletes push limits, set personal records, and represent the school with pride—all while preparing for outdoor season under the guidance of dedicated coaches.

  • JV Basketball

    JV Basketball gives cadets the opportunity to develop skills, court awareness, and confidence in a competitive setting. It’s a strong foundation for growth and future varsity play.

  • Rifle Team

    The Rifle Team teaches precision, patience, and self-control. Cadets learn focus and responsibility while competing in a sport that rewards discipline and consistency.

  • Wrestling

    Wrestling is one of the most demanding sports at Fishburne, both mentally and physically. Cadets develop grit, resilience, and confidence by learning to rely on preparation and perseverance.

Spring Sports

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  • Baseball

    Baseball at Fishburne combines skill development with strategic thinking and teamwork. Cadets learn discipline, consistency, and leadership in every aspect of the game.

  • Golf

    Golf emphasizes focus, integrity, and self-management. Cadets develop technical skills while learning sportsmanship and mental discipline that translate far beyond the course.

  • Lacrosse

    Lacrosse blends speed, strategy, and teamwork in a fast-moving environment. Cadets build athleticism and leadership while learning to think and react quickly under pressure.

  • Track & Field

    Track & Field offers cadets the chance to challenge themselves across a range of events. Whether sprinting, throwing, or jumping, athletes build confidence through measurable progress.
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Our Mission

To innovate and create the military school for the twenty first century. One that redefines what it means to graduate young men with the skills to move forward wherever their lives take them with CHARACTER \ KINSHIP \ AGENCY.
Fishburne Military School has earned the US Army’s highest level of accreditation and maintained its designation as a JROTC Honor Unit With Distinction for over 40 years. We may also nominate qualified candidates to the United States Service Academies and host one of only four Summer JROTC programs in the nation, accredited by US Army Cadet Command.