Fall
Soccer
Boys & Girls Varsity
The Panthers soccer program builds teamwork and discipline on the pitch.
Higher Ground Academy
Panthers Athletics
Five varsity programs. Boys and girls. One Panther family.
2025–26 City Conference Champions
Our Programs
Five varsity programs
HGA Panthers compete in the City Conference across five varsity programs — each fielding both boys and girls teams, spanning all three seasons.
Fall
Fall
Cross Country
Boys & Girls Varsity
Distance runners train across St. Paul’s parks and trails, building the endurance and mental toughness that carry into every season.
Fall
Volleyball
Boys & Girls Varsity
A fast, communication-driven program where every point depends on scholars trusting one another on the court.
Winter
Basketball
Boys & Girls Varsity
The flagship program with a proud conference championship tradition.
Spring
Track & Field
Boys & Girls Varsity
Sprints, distance, field events, and relays at the conference and section level.
Schedule
2026–27 season
Game times and opponents are confirmed as each season approaches.
| Date | Sport | Opponent | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soccer — Girls | TBD | Home | 4:30 p.m. | |
| Soccer — Boys | TBD | Home | 6:15 p.m. | |
| Soccer — Girls | TBD | Away | 4:30 p.m. | |
| Soccer — Boys | TBD | Away | 6:15 p.m. | |
| Volleyball — Girls | TBD | Home | 5:00 p.m. | |
| Volleyball — Boys | TBD | Home | 6:45 p.m. | |
| Cross Country — Co-ed | Invitational | Away | 9:00 a.m. | |
| Cross Country — Co-ed | Conference Meet | Away | 10:00 a.m. | |
| Basketball — Girls | TBD | Home | 6:00 p.m. | |
| Basketball — Boys | TBD | Home | 7:45 p.m. | |
| Basketball — Girls | TBD | Away | 6:00 p.m. | |
| Basketball — Boys | TBD | Away | 7:45 p.m. | |
| Track & Field — Co-ed | Invitational | Away | 10:00 a.m. | |
| Track & Field — Co-ed | Conference Meet | Home | 9:00 a.m. |
Requirements
Athletic eligibility
To participate in HGA athletics, scholars must:
- Maintain a 2.0 GPA or higher with no F grades
- Complete a current MSHSL physical examination form
- Submit all required registration and consent forms
- Demonstrate good citizenship and uphold the Panther Code of Conduct
Handbooks
Athletics expectations are covered in the Student & Family Handbook.
Health & SafetyPhysicals, concussion protocol, and medical forms.
Get in touch
Contact HGA Athletics
HGA Athletics Office
Director
Bilal Muhammad
Email
bilal@hgacademy.org
Phone
(612) 806-9246
Campus
1471 Brewster St., St. Paul, MN 55108
Become a Panther
Join HGA and compete with pride. Apply today for the 2026–27 school year.