Mr. Pettyjohn Message from our Athletic Director

Dear Student-Athletes, Parents/Guardians,

Welcome to LBD Academy! On behalf of our entire athletic department, I am thrilled to extend a warm welcome to you and your family as new members of our school's community.

At LBD Academy, we believe in the power of sports to transform lives, instill valuable life skills, and foster a strong sense of camaraderie among our students. As the Athletic Director, I am committed to providing you with an exceptional athletic experience that complements our rigorous academic curriculum.

Our dedicated coaching staff is here to support you every step of the way, whether you are a seasoned athlete or new to the world of sports. We offer a wide range of athletic programs, from traditional team sports to individual pursuits, ensuring that there is something for everyone to explore and enjoy.

Welcome,

Quran "Coach Q" Pettyjohn

Athletic Director, LBD Academy

sports programs middle & High School sports

Athletic Forms & Certifications

Student-athlete's interested in joining LBD Academy MUST be cleared prior to participating in sports on any level.

NEW FHSAA EL2 FORM (Sports Physical) - EL2 (March 2023).pdf

AthleticClearance.com (Athletic Paperwork Submission) https://athleticclearance.com/

School Insurance of Florida https://schoolinsuranceofflorida.com/

Students must complete the below certifications in order to be able to participate in athletic activities at LBD Academy. To access each certification, click on the below links and follow the on-screen directions. All certifications must be completed online prior to being eligible to participate in athletic activities.

college clearinghouse

WANT TO PLAY AT THE NEXT LEVEL?!

The NCAA Clearinghouse is an essential step in becoming eligible to play college sports. Over 180,000 potential college athletes register with the NCAA every year. If you want to play NCAA college sports and receive a scholarship at the DI or DII level, you will need to register and be cleared by the NCAA.

College Bound Student-Athlete Guide.pdf

Requirements to play Division I Sports

https://www.ncaa.org/sports/2014/10/24/play-division-i-sports.aspx

Requirements to play Division II Sports

https://www.ncaa.org/sports/2014/10/24/play-division-ii-sports.aspx

Certification Account: You need to be certified by the NCAA Eligibility Center to compete at an NCAA Division I or II school. You also need to be registered with a Certification Account before you can make official visits or sign a National Letter of Intent in Division I or II.

Profile Page: If you plan to compete at a Division III school or are currently unsure in which division you want to compete, create a Profile Page. If at any time you wish to pursue a Division I or II path, you will be able to transition to a Certification Account.

Certification Account Registration Link

https://web3.ncaa.org/ecwr3/

Student Athlete Registration

https://web3.ncaa.org/ecwr3/

Division I Requirements

https://www.ncaa.org/sports/2014/10/24/play-division-i-sports.aspx

Division II Requirements

https://www.ncaa.org/sports/2014/10/24/play-division-ii-sports.aspx

Fee Waiver Information

https://ncaa.egain.cloud/kb/EligibilityHelp/content/KB-2206/What-is-a-fee-waiver

Core Academic Course Requirements

https://www.ncaa.org/sports/2014/10/6/core-courses.aspx