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Tuition-Free · Grades 3–7 · Phoenix, AZ

Prepared
For Life

Education Opens the Door. Sports Build Habits for Success.
Education does not stop at math, science, history, or language arts; this is just the start. Our “Beyond The Game” leadership curriculum trains our student-athletes to be the next generation of IMPACT.

Academy 48 Road Runners
Sports and Leadership Academy

Redefining the Student-Athlete’s Day

Academy 48 is the only tuition-free Sports Leadership Academy in Arizona. We combine teacher-led academics, our nationally recognized “Beyond The Game” leadership curriculum, elite-level training, and middle/high school teams to prepare our student-athletes for what’s next.

Arizona Youth Baseball

Environment for Success 

We know the day-to-day environment makes the difference. Academy 48 provides every student with a positive, encouraging environment designed to help them succeed. We do not accept negativity or bullying from students or parents, and we vet every family before accepting their application.

College and Beyond

Academics

Our on-site program provides student-athletes access to world-class teachers and an NCAA-approved core curriculum. Our academic program offers a flexible alternative to traditional schooling, allowing student-athletes to succeed on and off the field.

More Than a Team

Character Development

We strongly believe that athletes should be leaders now and, more importantly, when their athletic journey ends. Our staff believes athletics is the ultimate classroom for real-world lessons. Every day, our student-athletes are taught what it takes to succeed.

Arizona Youth Soccer

College Prep

As our student-athletes enter the college recruiting phase of their journey, we work closely with each student-athlete to identify opportunities that align with their college athletic goals. Our goal is simple: to help every student-athlete find their next opportunity to compete, whether that means playing at JUCO, NAIA, D3, D2, or even D1 programs.

Coming 27/28 School Year

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Our Student Body 

Every athlete should be eligible to participate in school sports. We support both full-time and part-time students. 

Academy 48 is the only tuition-free sports and leadership academy in Arizona. Full-time students are educated and trained throughout the day, giving families flexibility throughout the week.

Academy 48 has built multiple sports programs, including baseball and soccer, as well as school-based teams through CAA, to help homeschool families participate in and compete at high levels in athletics.

The Daily Grind

A Day In The Life

Every day is dedicated to unlocking student-athletes’ potential both on and off the field. While no two days are identical, we maintain a consistent schedule designed to build confidence and foster growth.

9:00 – 9:30 AM

Daily motivation and student body standup.

9:30 – 12:00 PM

Academic block or athletic training block.

12:00 – 12:30 PM

Healthy lunch with team bonding time.

12:30 – 2:30 PM

Second academic or athletic training block. 

2:30 PM

Release and pickup.

The Daily Grind

A Day In The Life

Every day is dedicated to unlocking student-athletes’ potential both on and off the field. While no two days are identical, we maintain a consistent schedule designed to build confidence and foster growth.

9:00 – 9:30 AM

Daily motivation and student body standup.

9:30 – 12:00 PM

Academic block or athletic training block.

12:00 – 12:30 PM

Healthy lunch with team bonding time.

12:30 – 2:30 PM

Second academic or athletic training block. 

2:30 PM

Release and pickup.

Enrollment Open · Grades 3–7

Join The Team

Sports and Leadership Academy

Calling all 3rd–7th grade athletes. Secure your child’s spot today — spaces are limited each grade. Get exclusive updates, priority access to info sessions, and details on how to join.