Athletics as a vehicle for growth
Holy Cross offers a comprehensive physical education program taught by P.E. specialists teaching all grades. Holy Cross Athletic programs and Hockey Academy focus on growth across all areas of the curriculum and school life by:
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Creating an encouraging environment.
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Learning self-discipline.
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Developing character and integrity.
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Improving athletic performance, leadership and teamwork.
In addition to grade-level physical education programs designed to develop the abilities of each student, an extracurricular sports program offers the opportunity for students to enhance their experience through participating in a range of competitive activities with other schools in the district.
Athletic Program
Volleyball Fall
Grades 6-10
Basketball Winter
Grades 6-10
Cross-Country Fall/Spring
Grades 8-10
Hockey Academy Year-round
Grades 6/10
Track and Field Spring
Grades 6-10
Pickleball Spring
Grades 6-10
Golf Fall/Spring
Grades 8-10
Holy Cross also takes part in athletic competitions with other schools in the region. Our middle school teams have successfully represented our school in Volleyball, Basketball, Track and Field and Cross Country Runs.
Competitions and Events
Grade 8 Volleyball team finished 3rd in the Southern Region.
(Osoyoos/ Princeton/Summerland/Penticton)
Sports Academies
Sporting Excellence
Holy Cross School is finishing up its third year of offering sports academies for our grade 6-10 students. The academies have been successful expansions to our P.E. program, allowing students to expand their skills and knowledge and practice extensively under the guidance of experienced coaches.
Hockey Skills Academy
Partnership with Penticton Best
In partnership with Okanagan Hockey Group Holy Cross School is offering a Hockey Skills Academy that specializes in performance training and skill development of student athletes during school hours. The program is offered for male and female athletes in Grades 6 to 10 attending Holy Cross School and St. Carlo Acutis Legacy Academy. Sports Academy fees are kept to a minimum to encourage all students to take part and this approach will continue as we go forward. As always, commitment and follow through by our students are crucial in the continuing success of our sports academies.
The purpose of this program is to pursue athletic potential, build personal character and to develop an attitude that hard work and positive values are assets each student can carry into all aspects of their lives.
The program will consist of 35 on ice and 11 off ice sessions running from October 2026 until May of 2027.
2026-2027 Athletic News
Fall Cross Country Season
Legacy Academy Cross Country season has started! Practice days are Mondays at noon and Wednesdays at 3:00pm.
Cross Country News
We are so proud of all our student-athletes for pushing their limits, conquering Campbell Mountain, and finishing strong! We’re excited to share that our team has qualified for the Thompson-Okanagan Zone Championships!
Kamloops, BC | October 28, 2026
Our coach Mrs. Hayden looks forward to continuing celebrating the achievements of the season.
Volleyball Program
Volleyball season has officially started and we've got an exciting line-up of games happening! Our players will be participating in the Jr Boys/Girls Volleyball Leagues, with a chance to qualify for the Valley Championships. Stay tuned for more news.
Go Hurricanes, go!
Regular Practices are: Tuesdays and Fridays at 3 pm. Games on Thursdays.
Basketball Program Schedule
Basketball News
Pickleball Program
Pickleball News