The Lynchburg Patriots is a Christ-centered homeschool basketball program committed to giving girls the opportunity to compete at a level comparable to public and private school athletics. Our goal extends beyond basketball—we want to help each player grow in skill, confidence, discipline, character, faith, and her ability to be part of a team.
Our coaches are unpaid volunteers who give their time because they care about investing in these young women and creating a positive, competitive environment where each player can develop both on and off the court.
We plan to offer four teams this season:
Developmental: 6th grade and younger
Middle School: 7th–9th grade
Junior Varsity: 8th–11th grade
Varsity: 8th–12th grade
Because several age groups overlap, placement will be based on each player’s age, ability, experience, developmental needs, roster needs, and overall best fit within the program.
Our goal is to avoid traditional tryouts and cuts whenever possible. The first week of practice will be used to evaluate players and determine team placement, with assignments expected by the end of that week.
Practices for Middle School, JV, and Varsity begin October 20, with Heritage Baptist Church serving as our primary practice facility. The Developmental team will begin in December.
Current practice schedule:
Middle School: Tuesday, 4:00–5:30 p.m.; Thursday, 7:00–8:30 p.m.; Friday, 4:00–5:30 p.m.
JV: Tuesday, 4:30–6:00 p.m.; Thursday, 7-9PM.; Friday, 4:30–6:00 p.m.
Varsity: Monday, 7-9PM, Tuesday, 5-7PM, Thursday, 7-9PM.; Friday, 5-7PM.
The first 30 minutes of Tuesday and Friday Varsity practices will be devoted to conditioning, devotion and strategy time. Practice times may occasionally change because of facility availability, games, tournaments, or other scheduling needs.
Planned tournament dates include:
East Coast Preseason Tournament: November 13–14 in Inwood, West Virginia
Virginia Homeschool State Tournament: February 25–26 in Glen Allen, Virginia
National Tournament: March 8–12 in Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Additional regular-season games are still being finalized and will be added to the schedule as they are confirmed.
Registration for the Middle School, JV, and Varsity programs is $950 per player. This amount includes the planned Gatlinburg trip and allows families to fundraise toward the full season cost. Families who do not plan to participate in the Gatlinburg cabin arrangement may opt out of the $300 Gatlinburg portion of the registration fee.
The Developmental program registration fee is $150 per player.
Players may also secure sponsors or donations to help offset their fees. Fifty percent of the sponsorship or donation amount collected by a player will be credited directly toward her registration balance.
We plan to purchase new uniforms for the JV team this season. Players will be asked to submit their preferred size and number; however, specific numbers cannot be guaranteed.
Patriots Basketball is about more than building successful teams. We want to provide homeschool athletes with a place to belong, compete, improve, and form lasting relationships while representing Christ through their attitude, effort, sportsmanship, and conduct.
We are excited about the season ahead and look forward to continuing to build a program that challenges our players, supports our families, and gives every girl the opportunity to grow through the game of basketball.
INFORMED CONSENT, ASSUMPTION OF RISK, MEDICAL AUTHORIZATION, AND RELEASE
I am the parent or legal guardian of the player being registered, and I give permission for her to participate in all activities associated with the Lynchburg Patriots Girls Basketball program during the 2026–27 season. These activities may include practices, conditioning, games, tournaments, team events, and program-related travel.
I understand that basketball and athletic conditioning involve physical contact and strenuous activity. Participation carries inherent risks, including falls, collisions, sprains, strains, fractures, concussions, illness, cardiac events, permanent injury, disability, and, in rare cases, death. I understand that reasonable safety precautions will be taken, but no program can eliminate every risk associated with athletic participation. I knowingly and voluntarily accept these risks on behalf of my player.
I certify that my player is physically able to participate or has received appropriate medical clearance. I agree to inform the coaching staff of any medical condition, injury, allergy, medication, or limitation that could affect her safe participation. I understand that a player suspected of suffering a concussion, head injury, or other serious medical condition may be removed from participation and may be required to provide written medical clearance before returning.
If I cannot be reached during an emergency, I authorize the Lynchburg Patriots Girls Basketball coaches, volunteers, or representatives to obtain reasonable emergency medical evaluation, transportation, and treatment for my player. I understand that I am responsible for any resulting medical or transportation expenses and that the program does not guarantee payment of those expenses.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, I release and hold harmless Lynchburg Patriots Girls Basketball, its sponsoring organization, coaches, volunteers, officers, agents, facilities, event hosts, and representatives from claims arising from my player’s participation, including claims resulting from ordinary negligence. This release does not apply to gross negligence, reckless conduct, or intentional misconduct.
I understand that players and families are expected to follow program rules, demonstrate appropriate conduct and sportsmanship, communicate known safety concerns, and comply with decisions made by coaches regarding participation and player safety.
By checking the acknowledgment box and submitting this registration, I confirm that I have carefully read and understand this statement, have had the opportunity to ask questions, and voluntarily consent to my player’s participation under these terms. I also confirm that I have the legal authority to provide this consent.
