Sports Program

Building strength, teamwork, and leadership—one Eagle at a time.

Play at ENA

At Eagle’s Nest Academy, we believe athletics play a powerful role in shaping confident, disciplined, and well-rounded scholars. Our tuition-free, K–6 public charter school in Flint, Michigan offers a growing sports program that teaches teamwork, perseverance, and leadership, on and off the field. Through physical education, after-school athletics, and enrichment opportunities, scholars learn the value of hard work, respect, and community pride. At ENA, we celebrate every scholar’s potential to excel academically, athletically, and personally—because when our Eagles rise, they soar together.

Flag Football

Our Flag Football team teaches teamwork and discipline while keeping scholars active and confident.

Boys Basketball

Boys Basketball at Eagle’s Nest Academy builds leadership, focus, and pride—on the court and in the classroom.

Girls Basketball

Our Girls Basketball program empowers young athletes to compete with confidence, strength, and unity.

Volleyball

Volleyball helps scholars develop teamwork, communication, and resilience while having fun and staying active.

Track

Through Track and Field, scholars learn goal-setting, endurance, and the joy of pushing beyond limits.

Baseball

Our Baseball program promotes teamwork, coordination, and confidence while building a love for the game.

Soccer

Soccer at Eagle’s Nest Academy inspires collaboration, agility, and global awareness through teamwork and play.

McKinney-Vento Act

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