From One Program to a National Movement
The Roadmap
A phased approach to building a national network that supports homeschool athletic programs — starting with football, growing into something much bigger.
The Expanding Vision
It starts with one program. It grows into a movement.
Building a National Network
Conferences, advocacy, shared resources, and collective identity
Homeschool Football
100+ programs nationwide — where we start
Homeschool Football Classic — Indianapolis, IN (Lucas Oil Stadium)
NHFA National Tournament — Panama City Beach, FL (~20-24 teams)
AHFC Tournament — Gulf Shores, AL
National Championship Series — 11-man, 8-man, 6-man divisions
All Homeschool Sports
Basketball, soccer, baseball, volleyball, track & more
NCHC — 1,546 teams, basketball + volleyball nationals
California Homeschool Sports — basketball, volleyball, track
NCHE Athletic Commission — 8+ sports statewide (NC)
Texas Home Educators Sports Association — multi-sport (DFW)
Co-ops & Christian Schools
University model schools, academies, private school co-ops
NAUMS — 88 schools in 19 states, 11,626 students
UMSI — University-Model Schools International
Homeschool Football
100+ programs nationwide — where we start
Homeschool Football Classic — Indianapolis, IN (Lucas Oil Stadium)
NHFA National Tournament — Panama City Beach, FL (~20-24 teams)
AHFC Tournament — Gulf Shores, AL
National Championship Series — 11-man, 8-man, 6-man divisions
All Homeschool Sports
Basketball, soccer, baseball, volleyball, track & more
NCHC — 1,546 teams, basketball + volleyball nationals
California Homeschool Sports — basketball, volleyball, track
NCHE Athletic Commission — 8+ sports statewide (NC)
Texas Home Educators Sports Association — multi-sport (DFW)
Co-ops & Christian Schools
University model schools, academies, private school co-ops
NAUMS — 88 schools in 19 states, 11,626 students
UMSI — University-Model Schools International
Five Phases
Lay the Foundation
Establish the core team, articulate the vision, and build the initial infrastructure.
Finalize the culture framework document (the Five Pillars)
Build the NHAA website (this site) as the central resource
Identify 10–15 key coaches and parents across homeschool programs to form an advisory circle
Draft an initial email invitation explaining the vision and asking for a 30-minute call
Set up an email list and CRM to track contacts and engagement
Create a simple one-page overview (digital handout) of the initiative
Milestone
Advisory circle of 10+ coaches/parents confirmed for initial call
Connect & Listen
Build relationships with early adopters through listening, not pitching.
Conduct one-on-one calls with each advisory circle member (30 min each)
Ask: What are your biggest challenges? What would help most?
Document common themes, pain points, and opportunities across programs
Host a first group video call — introduce the vision, hear feedback
Share the Christ Prep case study as a practical example (honest about imperfections)
Begin drafting initial white papers based on what you're hearing
Connect programs to each other where there's natural overlap
Milestone
First group call completed. Shared challenges documented.
Build Resources
Create practical tools that solve real problems coaches identified.
Publish 3–4 short white papers on the culture hub (ad sales, parent engagement, culture building, etc.)
Create a "How We Do It" guide using Christ Prep as a use case
Build a resource library on the culture hub site
Develop a simple framework for programs to evaluate their own stability
Create shareable social content that coaches can use (quotes, graphics, short videos)
Plan the first in-person gathering (at an existing event like a tournament)
Identify merchandise concepts that unify across programs
Milestone
Resource library live with 3+ downloadable guides. In-person event planned.
Gather & Grow
Bring people together in person and expand beyond football.
Host first in-person gathering (retreat, dinner, or session at an existing tournament)
Include both coaches AND key parents — this is about the whole community
Present the roadmap and invite programs to formally participate
Launch unifying merchandise (hoodies, quarter-zips with shared branding)
Begin outreach to programs outside the current circle (West Coast, Northeast, Southeast)
Explore partnerships with NAIA Christian colleges (MNU, DORT, Mid-America)
Expand conversations from football to other homeschool sports (track, basketball, cheer)
Establish a regular cadence: monthly group call, quarterly content, annual gathering
Milestone
First in-person gathering completed. 25+ programs engaged. Expanded beyond football.
Formalize the Movement
Build the structure that will sustain this beyond any individual.
Establish a formal association or network with a name, mission statement, and simple membership
Create an annual conference that brings coaches, parents, and players together
Build a national directory of homeschool athletic programs
Develop a "new program starter kit" for communities wanting to launch programs
Expand to support university model schools and Christian school co-ops
Publish an annual "State of Homeschool Athletics" report
Partner with Team Scout for organizational tools, communication, and community building
Identify and develop the next generation of leaders within the association
Milestone
Formal association launched. Annual conference planned. National directory published.
100+ homeschool football programs. Hundreds more sports teams. Thousands of families.
Most are building in isolation. What if they didn't have to?
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