Horizon Leadership Academy
Horizon Leadership Academy encourages all students to participate in the athletic program at a level consistent with their ability and all athletics practices and games are considered school obligations.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
Muzaffer Gedemenli is a Physical Education teacher and soccer coach with over 20 years of experience. He has academic specialization in soccer and volleyball and is a member of the International Active Child Games Education and Research Committee. He has worked with students from elementary through high school levels and has experience in an international school setting; he has coached school club and school teams in soccer, volleyball, handball, badminton, and basketball.His educational approach focuses on supporting students’ physical development, promoting healthy lifestyle habits and lifelong sports participation, building self-confidence, and helping each student reach their full potential through structured, age-appropriate physical education programs.
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