Athletics at United Charter High Schools exemplify our commitment to developing well-rounded leaders across all seven campuses. As proud members of the NYC Charter School Athletic Association, we field competitive teams in football, volleyball, soccer, basketball, baseball, tennis, softball, and track & field, giving students throughout the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Queens opportunities to excel beyond the classroom.
Kennedy Knights: Powerhouse Athletics in the Bronx
The Kennedy campus stands out as an athletic powerhouse. As the Kennedy Knights, our 450 student-athletes compete in 24 Public Schools Athletic League (PSAL) sponsored teams—one of the largest and most inclusive programs in the Bronx.
Opportunities for United Charter High Schools student-athletes include:
Girls Teams
- Varsity and JV Basketball
- Varsity Flag Football
- Varsity Golf
- Varsity Indoor and Outdoor Track
- Varsity Soccer
- Varsity Softball
- Varsity Tennis
- Varsity and JV Volleyball
Boys Teams
- Varsity and JV Baseball
- Varsity and JV Basketball
- Varsity Cross Country
- Varsity and JV Football
- Varsity Indoor and Outdoor Track
- Varsity Soccer
- Varsity Volleyball
Coed Teams
- Varsity Stunt
- Varsity Golf
Major 2025 facility upgrades have transformed the Kennedy campus into a premier athletic destination, featuring new football and baseball fields, tennis courts, color-changing stadium lights, and a professional-grade scoreboard that makes “Friday Night Lights” truly special. Football under the lights at Kennedy has become a signature experience.
These investments, supported by the Bronx Borough President’s Office, reflect our belief that championship facilities foster championship character. We are also pleased to announce that the Bronx Borough President’s Office has committed to the next phase of campus upgrades, which will include new bleachers to elevate the fan experience.
Building Leaders On & Off the Field
What makes United athletics exceptional isn’t just wins and losses—it’s transformation. Athletic Director Mouath Abufarah notes that freshmen who join teams typically commit to playing throughout their high school careers, often as multi-sport athletes. This dedication pays dividends: many Knights receive scholarships to D1, D2, and D3 universities, from UCONN football to Saint Mary’s flag football to Stony Brook’s sports management program.
A few notable team highlights from the 2024-25 season include:
- Boys JV Football: Completed an undefeated season (Note: JV teams are not eligible for PSAL playoffs).
- Boys Varsity Football: Finished 6-2, advanced to first round of playoffs; Head Coach Alex Vega received recognition from the New York Giants.
- Boys Baseball: Captured first division championship in 10 years.
- Girls Flag Football: Won back-to-back Bronx division championships (2x champions), advanced to city quarterfinals; Hosted PSAL annual preseason tournament with 18 high school teams from across NYC and were featured in an interview called GameChangers.
United Charter High Schools student-athletes learn discipline, teamwork, and resilience that extend far beyond the playing field. They truly embody our mission to prepare tomorrow’s engaged leaders.
About United Charter High Schools
United Charter High Schools (formerly New Visions) is a network of seven award-winning and tuition-free charter schools serving 9th-12th grade students and families across the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Queens. We are united in our mission to close the opportunity gap by ensuring equal access to rigorous STEAM and Humanities academics and unwavering support for post-secondary readiness. Get to know us at www.unitedcharter.org and follow us on Instagram and Facebook. Enrollment for the 2025-26 school year is open now.
