Athletics, Sports, and PE
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Through our many sports programs, Maranatha strives to impart integrity, character development, and a solid work ethic, as well as good physical health. Crusader athletic teams have captured numerous league, district, and regional championships without compromising a high priority on academic excellence and Biblical values. Strict eligibility standards have made our student-athletes rank consistently among the best in the state for all-academic teams and highest team GPA honors.
MCS competes in the Mile High League 2A classification, and has been a member in good standing with the Colorado High School Activities Association (CHSAA) since 1991. Senior high (grades 9-12) sports options include basketball, volleyball, 8-man football, soccer, baseball, and cheerleading. Athletes in 9th -12th grade who participate in a sport that Maranatha does not offer are able to receive academic credit towards their PE requirements. Junior high sports options (grades 7 - 8) include volleyball, and basketball. Elementary sports options (grades 3 - 6) include soccer, volleyball, basketball, softball, and baseball.
Various sports camps are open to grades 1-12 during the summer. MCS provides an outstanding P.E. program for toddlers, and pre-school through 8th grade. We teach students, through a variety of activities, that physical fitness is fun for everyone. Field days provide an exciting year-end event for all age groups.
All MCS athletic coaches meet various standards for training, certification, and character. Without a doubt, we have a very dedicated staff of Christian coaches that make ministry their highest priority. In fact, when coaches are hired, greater emphasis is placed upon their character and testimony than their athletic credentials. This emphasis is in line with our general philosophy that sports can be competitive and fun without compromising our integrity, academic excellence, or our Biblical values. All MCS head coaches are either state-certified teachers or registered by the Colorado High School Activities Association standards for certification. In addition, every coach is CPR certified annually and first aid trained every three years. Rest assured our coaching staff keeps the best interest of the student-athlete a high priority, while at the same time maintaining excellence within their sport and striving to honor and glorify the name of Jesus Christ.
Workouts begin in mid-February and the season runs through early May. When there is a large turnout of players, several JV games are scheduled so more players can participate. Maranatha's 2007 baseball season was historic, with the squad hanging a banner for the first time by winning the District 7/Mile High League championship. The team went on to beat favored Calhan in the regional semi-finals. The results give Maranatha the claim of being one of the top eight teams in all of Colorado Class 2A baseball. The rallying cry of our team is "For The LORD!" We have an on-site batting cage and bullpen. Maranatha's long-range goals include plans for building a home field when the necessary adjoining property can be acquired . . . until then home games are played at Pioneer Fields near 82nd & Simms.
Girl’s Basketball
The Lady Crusaders have two championship banners to show since 1998 and have posted six consecutive winning seasons since their last championship run in 2002. In 2008-09, two players, Kaile Freed, and LeAnne Wood, were awarded all-conference recognition voted on by the Mile High league coaches at the end of the regular season. Also in 2008-09, Kaile Freed set the state record for the most steals in a game. The new record is 22. She also set the state record for the most steals in a single season with 230. She leads the state regardless of classification in steals. The junior high girls have also captured numerous league and tournament titles over the years. Junior high squads include girls in 6th - 8th grade, while Varsity and JV are open to 9th – 12th girls. Several summer camps and tournaments are also available to those working on improving their skills in the off-season.
Boy's Basketball
Longtime coach Larry Zaroban is Head Coach for the upcoming 2009-10 Season. Coach Zaroban helped the Crusaders during the 2006-2007 season when three all-conference players led the way to a 16-3 record and advanced the Varsity into the regional sweet sixteen tournament at
Three levels of play are open each year beginning with the more competitive junior high “A” team competing in the Mile High League junior high division which boast a pre-season and post-season tournament. The high school Junior Varsity plays a full schedule preparing players for the Varsity squad which has two district championship banners and four runner-up plaques over the past dozen years.
Varsity 8-Man Football
Strength and conditioning is also a priority as the team hits the weight room three times a week in the pre-season and twice a week in season. When the turn out is adequate, a number of Junior Varsity games are scheduled to ensure even the least experienced players see some action.
Varsity Girls Outdoor Soccer
Since 1994, the team has earned numerous post-season tournament bids and qualified for three consecutive regional tournaments between 2004 and 2006. In 2004, the team captured the regional championship with an undefeated league mark of 8-0. New uniforms boosted morale in 2006 and 2007 saw three players on the 1st team all-conference roster as the Lady Crusdaers posted another winning record of 10-4-1. Practice begins in mid-February and concludes near the first week of May.
Varsity Boys Indoor Soccer
The Crusaders have competed for five seasons in the
Fourth through sixth graders try-out for a spot on the roster during their recess the first week of school. Once the team is formed they practice and play on Wednesday’s after school for several weeks. Last year, 25 players made the team. For the 2010 season, the highlight is an all-day tournament scheduled for Thursday, October 7th, 2010. The young Crusaders have not failed to return home with at least a 3rd place trophy most years.
MCC has posted several consecutive winning seasons on the volleyball court and won the district championship in 2004. Three levels of competition are offered with a team at the junior high level while the high school offers both Junior Varsity and Varsity squads.
Summer open gym allows 6th – 12th grade girls a chance to improve their skills for the upcoming fall season every Tuesday and Thursday evening in July and August.
For the 2010-2011 school year, official practice begins August 16th for both junior high and high school players. In addition to the Mile High League opponents, several tournaments fill out the 19-game schedule. Junior high season concludes with a final four tournament on October 9th, 2010 while the varsity district tournament commences October 30th.