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ATHLETICS AT ECA

 

The goal and philosophy of Emmanuel’s Athletic Program is to provide athletic competition for students who are in grades 7-12 and to bring glory to God through our involvement with athletics by giving our best effort in school and during practices and games while upholding our faith and strong testimony in the community.

Emmanuel is a member of the Metro Buckeye Conference and Ohio High School Athletic Association.

Metro Buckeye Conference   OHSAA

Learn more about Emmanuel’s Athletic Philosophy in our Athlete Handbook


An OHSAA Pre-Participation Physical Exam Form must be printed, completed, and signed by parents/guardians and brought with you to the Sports Physical. Click the button below to download the form:

Zach Armstrong, Athletic Director

Athletic Director

ZACH ARMSTRONG

Email: zarmstrong@ecaoh.com

Office Phone: 937-390-3777

Event Admission

NEW AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT ADMISSIONS WITH SPORTS PASSES

Each person covered under a Sports Pass will be emailed their own personal QR code and will need to stop at the Admissions Gate at every game to have their code scanned for Admission.

Faculty, staff and their spouses, and active ECA High School students must stop at the Admissions table at every game and have their phone scanned for admittance to the game.

At no time should anyone walk past the Admissions table without having their ticket or Sports Pass scanned.

Please get in touch with Zach Armstrong if you have any questions or need assistance.

LIVE STREAMING OPTION FOR GYM SPORTS:

Click the button below to visit the live streaming website. Click on the Subscribe button and select the Subscription Options for our ECA Fans (Annual Pass - $79.99 or Monthly Pass for $13.99/month). Then click the follow button!

Admission PRICING

New! Pre-Purchase single game tickets or a season sports pass online!
Visit
ECALionsAthletics.com/Tickets

GATE ADMISSION ACCEPTS CASH OR CREDIT CARD*

High School Game Admission:
$7 Adults
$5 Non-ECA Student/Senior Citizen (65+)

Junior High School Game Admission:
$6 Adults
$4 Non-ECA Student/Senior Citizen (65+)

Active Emmanuel Students, Alumni, Faculty and their spouses are free.

*If using a credit card, you will be charged a minimal credit card processing fee.


ECA Sports PassES

SPORTS PASS & RESERVED SEATING Guidelines

  • ECA Alumni and active ECA Students in grades TK-12 are admitted to any home contest at no charge.

    • Please Note: Active ECA High School students must stop at the Admissions table at every game and have their phone scanned for admittance to the game.

  • ECA coaches and staff will receive an all-season pass for themselves and their spouse. Additional family members may be added to the pass for $45 per person (for both fall & winter passes) or $36 per person for fall or winter only passes. Staff members and coaches may purchase reserved seating at a 10% discount. Email Zach Armstrong at zarmstrong@ecaoh.com to discuss details.

  • Anyone may purchase a sports pass for our sports contests.

  • Sports Passes can include up to a maximum of 6 names.

  • Children that are not school aged are not charged at games, and do not need to be included on the Family Pass. Active Emmanuel students do not need to be included on the Family Pass.

  • CHILDREN MUST REMAIN SEATED IN THE STANDS DURING CONTEST.

  • VALID ONLY during Junior High/High School home sports contests; reserved seating DOES NOT apply to other ECA events held in the gym (concerts, graduation, etc.)

  • The pass is for home regular season events only. Admission for Metro Buckeye Conference, Clark County, and OHSAA tournaments is not included.

  • Stadium seats must fit within the space provided (oversized seats are NOT permitted).

PURCHASING SEASON SPORTS PASS

Purchase your Season Sports Pass by visiting ECALionsAthletics.com/Tickets and clicking the Season Passes link, pick up a paper copy at the Admissions Gate during a home Volleyball game, or email Zach Armstrong at zarmstrong@ecaoh.com.


Directions TO EMMANUEL CHRISTIAN

Our address:
2177 Emmanuel Way
Springfield Ohio 45502

All of our facilities are located on-site.

We are easily accessible from Rt. 68. Take the Rt. 334 Exit and follow east to the light at Middle Urbana Road. Go south on Middle Urbana Road for about 1 mile and the school is located on the east side of the road.

OPEN COACHING POSITIONS

All candidates interested in working at Emmanuel Christian Academy in a coaching position must submit a background check for BCI and FBI. Candidates must be a born again believer and agree with ECA's statement of faith as listed on our application. Emmanuel Christian Academy is an equal opportunity employer. 

2026 athletics SUMMER CAMPS

Please read the details below each camp image and click the button under each to register! Registrations will remain open and walk-in registrations are welcome.

CAMP PAYMENTS

Cash and Checks (made payable to ECA Athletics) may be dropped off at the school’s main office. Credit Card payments can be made by clicking the button below. Important: Please include the camp name in the “Fee Description” line.

Fees must be paid before your child is allowed to participate in the camp.

high school volleyball CAMP

Coach: Dawn Tincher

INCOMING 9TH - 12TH GRADE

Date: MAY 28 - MAY 30, 2026
-FRESHMAN ONLY (May 27 from 5PM-7PM)

Time: 9:00AM - 2:00PM
Fee: $30

This camp will prepare athletes for the upcoming season through conditioning, improving skills, and teamwork exercises.

Every student will have Mental Training, Spiritual Training, Physical Training and then Volleyball Training.

JUNIOR high volleyball CAMP

Coach: Dawn Tincher

INCOMING 7TH - 8TH GRADE

Date: JUNE 4 - JUNE 6, 2026

Time: 9:00AM - 1:00PM
Fee: $30

This camp is designed to teach the fundamentals, including proper form and execution of passing, hitting, serving and setting. This is the perfect opportunity to "try out volleyball" before making a decision for the official season.

This camp will prepare athletes for the upcoming season through Mental, Spiritual and Physical Conditioning.

GIRLs BASKETBALL camp

Coach: Karalee Lawrence
klawerence@ecaoh.com

Incoming 2nd - 8th Grade

Dates: JUNE 8-10, 2026
Time: 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Fee: $50

We will work on fundamentals, play various games, and have snacks and guest speakers each day. T-shirts are included in the cost of the camp.

boys basketball camp

Coach: Nick Morgan
nmorgan@ecaoh.com

Incoming 3rd - 8th Grade

Dates and Times:
JULY 9 from 6:00PM - 8:00PM
JULY 10 & 11 from 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Fee: $45

Campers will enjoy a mix of fun drills, competitive games, and skill-building sessions led by our experienced Varsity coaching staff and players! Each day will also include a devotional centered around our program theme this year: Surrender

Included in the registration fee is a Lions Athletics 2026 t-shirt!

GIRLs softball skills camp

Coach: Mich Adams
madams@ecaoh.com

Incoming 1ST - 6th Grade

Dates: JUNE 12, 19 AND 26, 2026
Time: 9:00AM - 11:00AM
Fee: $45

Going back to the basics of hitting, throwing and playing defense. T-shirts and snack are included in the cost.

BOYS & gIRLS BOWLING CAMP

Coach: James Smith
jsmith2@ecaoh.com

Incoming 3rd - 12th Grade

Dates: JULY 21 - 23, 2026
Time: 4:00PM - 6:00PM
Location: Victory Lanes
Fee: $65

The camp will cover the fundamentals of bowling, as well as spare shooting techniques and targeting drills. The camp will culminate with a standardized match with the campers put into teams to compete against each other. 

Bowling summer camp t-shirt included with registration!

 

ATHLETIC TRAINING SERVICES

Athletic Training services for Emmanuel Christian Academy are provided by Ohio Valley Surgical Hospital.

For more information, please visit https://www.ovsurgical.com/