Welcome to Horizon Athletics

Inspiring Excellence On and Off the Field

At Horizon Leadership Academy, we believe that athletics is an essential part of developing confident, disciplined and well-rounded students. Our program helps children discover their strengths, connect with others and build a lifelong appreciation for health, teamwork and physical activity.

Horizon Athletics is designed to be inclusive and supportive, offering opportunities for students of all abilities to participate, grow and thrive. Practices and games are an important extension of our academic culture and reflect our commitment to educating the whole child.

Celebrating Excellence

We are proud to highlight the outstanding achievements of our student-athletes:
‍Middle School Boys Soccer Regional Champions, Texas Charter League, 2024 2025 season
Middle School Girls Volleyball Regional Champions, Texas Charter League, 2025 2026 season
‍These accomplishments reflect dedication, resilience and teamwork. More importantly, they show the strong character and sportsmanship that define Horizon Athletics.

Current Sports Programs

Horizon Athletics continues to expand and now offers a variety of athletic opportunities for elementary and middle school students.
‍Middle School Programs
-Girls Volleyball
-Girls Basketball
-Boys Basketball
-Boys Soccer
-Girls Soccer
‍Elementary School Programs
-Boys Soccer
-Girls Soccer
As our program grows, we plan to add additional sports to meet student interest and provide even more opportunities for participation.

Our Long-Term Vision

Our goal is to develop a sustainable and high quality athletic program that supports academic success and personal growth. We aim to help students excel in the classroom while developing discipline, confidence and strong character through athletics.
- We strive to nurture student athletes who
- Show integrity
- Demonstrate leadership
- Balance academics with athletic responsibilities
- Embrace teamwork and accountability
- Build lifelong healthy habits
At Horizon Leadership Academy, athletics and academics work together to prepare students for future success.

More Than a Game

Through sports, students learn to work collaboratively, challenge themselves both mentally and physically, show sportsmanship and respect, build perseverance and confidence, and celebrate success while growing from challenges. At Horizon Leadership Academy, athletics is not just an activity but a meaningful part of who our students become.

Athletics Staff

Mustafa Kanca PE Teacher & Athletic Coordinator / Soccer Coach

Mustafa Kanca serves as the Physical Education Teacher and Athletic Coordinator at Horizon Leadership Academy. He has worked in education since 2008 and brings international experience from Türkiye, Canada, and the United States.Coach Kanca earned his bachelor’s degree in Physical Education and Sports Teaching from Gazi University in Türkiye, completed a Postgraduate Certificate in Sport Business Management in Canada, and later earned a Master of Science in Sport Administration with a concentration in Educational Leadership in the United States. He is currently pursuing his Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Global Sport Leadership. He also holds soccer coaching certifications from Türkiye, Canada, the United States, and Scotland.His passion for sports began with soccer at a young age. He played for various teams in Türkiye and represented his university in both soccer and futsal, including national university competitions and select-team experiences. While living in Canada, he founded Toronto Star Sports Club, offering soccer and skiing programs and supporting youth development through coaching, performance analysis, and sports programming.Coach Kanca believes that every child should have the opportunity to participate, belong, and enjoy sports. Especially at younger ages, he believes the focus should be less on winning and more on learning teamwork, building confidence, developing healthy routines, and creating a lifelong love of physical activity. His goal is to help students become healthy, active, confident, responsible, and happy young people.Outside of school, Coach Kanca enjoys researching and developing new ideas, spending time with his wife and three children, and being outdoors through camping, fishing, exploring nature, and family road trips.

Coach Randy and Coach Staci / Basketball Coaches

Coach Randy Hawkins and Coach Staci Hawkins are the Founder and Co-Founder of Hawk Athletics Academy. Together, they bring more than five years of basketball coaching experience, along with collegiate playing and coaching experience, to every athlete they mentor.
Their passion extends beyond developing basketball skills. They are dedicated to helping young athletes build strong fundamentals, enhance their basketball IQ, and develop the teamwork, discipline, and competitive mindset needed to succeed both on and off the court.
At Hawk Athletics Academy, Coach Randy and Coach Staci are committed to creating a positive, challenging, and supportive environment where athletes grow not only as players but also as confident leaders and individuals of strong character.
Their mission is to inspire a lifelong love for the game while preparing athletes for success in sports, school, and life.

• Coach Tulod is the Boys Volleyball Coach at HSA Houston. He brings over five years of club volleyball coaching experience with Texas Resilient Volleyball Club, where he helped develop players’ technical skills, teamwork, and competitive mindset. Coach Tulod is passionate about guiding young athletes to grow both on and off the court through discipline, sportsmanship, and a love for the game.