Dress code & uniforms

Elite Sports Academy Dress Code

Dress Standards

At Elite Sports Academy, we believe excellence extends beyond academics and athletics—it is reflected in the way our student-athletes present themselves each day. Our dress code promotes professionalism, discipline, responsibility, school pride, and unity while fostering an environment focused on learning, leadership, and athletic excellence.

As representatives of Elite Sports Academy, students are expected to maintain a neat, clean, and professional appearance both on and off campus. A consistent dress code minimizes distractions, encourages equality among students, and helps prepare our student-athletes for success in college, careers, and life.

Parents and guardians play an important role in supporting these expectations by ensuring their student-athlete arrives at school each day in accordance with the school’s dress code.

The administration reserves the right to determine whether a student’s attire or appearance complies with the spirit and intent of this policy and may require changes when necessary. These guidelines may be modified by the administration as needed to best serve the school community.

Academic School Uniform

Uniform Polo (Required)

Students are required to wear the official Elite Sports Academy polo. Vendor link HERE.

Approved Colors

• Black
• White
• Purple

The polo should be clean, appropriately fitted, and in good condition. If an undershirt is worn, it must be solid black, white, or gray and free of visible graphics or logos.

Pants, Shorts, Skirts & Skorts

Uniform bottoms may be purchased from any retailer, provided they meet the following requirements.

Approved Colors

• Solid Black
• Solid Khaki

Bottoms must:

• Be clean and in good repair.
• Be free of rips, tears, fraying, patches, excessive fading, decorative embellishments, or distressed finishes.
• Not be denim or jeans.
• Not be sweatpants, athletic shorts, pajama pants, or leggings worn as pants.
• Not have cargo pockets or decorative pockets, loops, zippers, or designs on the legs. Standard front and back pockets are permitted.
• Fit appropriately and be worn at the waist.

Shorts

• Must be no shorter than four (4) inches above the center of the kneecap.
• Leggings worn underneath do not substitute for the required length.

Skirts & Skorts

• Must be no shorter than four (4) inches above the center of the kneecap.
• Must provide appropriate coverage while sitting, standing, and participating in normal school activities.

Shoes

Students must wear closed-toe athletic or casual shoes appropriate for school.

The following are not permitted:

• Flip-flops
• Slippers
• House shoes
• Cleats inside school buildings.

Socks

Socks must be solid:

• Black, or
• White.

Outerwear

Students may wear Elite Sports Academy approved outerwear or solid black, white, or gray jackets, quarter-zips, sweaters, or sweatshirts with minimal branding.

Outerwear may be worn over the required school polo but does not replace the required polo.

Athletic Training Uniform

Student-athletes are expected to arrive at school in their academic school uniform. During the designated transition period before athletics, students will change into their athletic training attire as directed by their coaches.

Athletic training apparel and Elite Sports Academy gear are available through the Elite Sports Academy Pro Shop. Families will be notified as additional apparel and seasonal items become available.

Cold Weather Apparel

At this time, Elite Sports Academy branded long athletic pants are not yet available. As our athletic apparel line continues to expand, additional items—including long training pants and other cold-weather apparel—will be added to the Elite Sports Academy Pro Shop.

Families will be notified as new items become available for purchase.

Appearance & Personal Grooming

Students are expected to maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance that reflects the professionalism and high standards of Elite Sports Academy.

Hair should be clean, neatly maintained, and should not interfere with vision, learning, athletic participation, or create a safety concern.

Jewelry and makeup should be modest, appropriate for a school environment, and should not create a distraction or safety hazard. Coaches or school staff may require the removal of jewelry during athletic training, practices, competitions, or other school activities.

Body art, tattoos, clothing, or accessories displaying inappropriate, offensive, or profane language, images, or symbols are prohibited and must be covered while on campus.

Hats, hoods, and sunglasses may not be worn inside school buildings unless approved by school administration.

Earbuds, headphones, and personal electronic devices may not be worn or used during the academic school day unless specifically authorized by a teacher or administrator.

To maintain a productive learning environment, teachers and administrators reserve the right to prohibit any item or accessory that is disruptive to instruction or inconsistent with the standards and spirit of Elite Sports Academy.

Spirit Days & Special Events

From time to time, Elite Sports Academy may designate Spirit Days, athletic events, or other special occasions where alternate attire is permitted. Students are expected to dress appropriately and continue to represent the school with professionalism.

Administration

The administration reserves the right to make final decisions regarding attire, grooming, or appearance not specifically addressed within these guidelines but determined to be inconsistent with the spirit and intent of the Elite Sports Academy Dress Code.

Examples

Below are two examples of being in dress code. Variations may apply.