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Five programs. Three states. Nine national championships. The Great Plains Christian Athletic Conference — where homeschool and private school football meets faith, fire, and the pursuit of something greater than a scoreboard.
THE FIVE
Five established Christian football programs, united by faith and forged through years of cross-state competition.
Christ Prep Patriots
Lenexa, Kansas (Kansas City Metro)
Christ Prep Patriots football exists to bring Christ-honoring discipleship to young men, using football as the teaching vehicle. Based in the Kansas City metro area, Christ Prep draws student-athletes from homeschool families and Christian schools across the region. The program is an affiliate member of the Kansas State High School Activities Association (KSHSAA), meaning they are approved to compete against public and private schools in both Kansas and Missouri.
NOAH Jaguars
Tulsa, Oklahoma
The Northeast Oklahoma Association of Homeschools (NOAH) is Tulsa's premier homeschool athletic organization. Founded in 1998 when seventeen families came together to create a basketball program, NOAH has grown into a multi-sport powerhouse offering football, basketball, baseball, soccer, volleyball, cheer, shooting, tennis, track & field, cross country, and more.
OKC Patriots
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
The OKC Patriots have been Oklahoma City's premier homeschool football program since 2002. As a faith-based organization, the Patriots prioritize values, mentorship, and camaraderie alongside athletic prowess. Their program isn't just about touchdowns and tackles — it's a comprehensive journey that instills character, values, and leadership.
Lighthouse Christian Chargers
Springfield, Missouri
Lighthouse Christian Athletics is Southwest Missouri's premier homeschool athletics organization. The football program was founded in 2006 as the "Springfield Christian Chargers," beginning with 14 players in 8-man football and growing into one of the most decorated homeschool football programs in the nation.
St. Mary's Academy Crusaders
St. Marys, Kansas
St. Mary's Academy is a traditional Catholic school located in the small town of St. Marys in northeast Kansas. Unlike the other GPCAC members, St. Mary's is a brick-and-mortar private school rather than a homeschool organization — making the conference a unique blend of both educational models united by Christian faith and competitive athletics.
CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
The inaugural GPCAC football season. Each team plays every conference opponent at least once.
GPCAC AWARDS
End-of-season recognition celebrating excellence on the field and character off it.
CONFERENCE MVP
The most outstanding player in the conference, voted by all head coaches.
OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR
The top offensive performer across all conference games.
DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR
The most dominant defensive force in conference play.
CONFERENCE NEWS
Announcements, previews, recaps, and everything happening across the GPCAC.
GPCAC OFFICIALLY LAUNCHES FOR INAUGURAL 2026 SEASON
Five Christian football programs from across Kansas, Oklahoma, and Missouri have come together to form the Great Plains Christian Athletic Conference — creating the first formalized conference for Christian and homeschool football in the Great Plains region.
March 2026CHRIST PREP CAPS PERFECT 13-0 SEASON WITH NHFA D1 TITLE
The Christ Prep Patriots defeated the Tomball Christian Warriors 22-7 to claim the 2025 NHFA Division 1 National Championship.
November 20252026 GPCAC SEASON PREVIEW: FIVE THINGS TO WATCH
Can Christ Prep defend their national title? Will NOAH emerge as the conference favorite? Your team-by-team breakdown.
Coming August 2026“As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.”
— PROVERBS 27:17
THREE STATES. ONE CONFERENCE.
The GPCAC spans the heart of the Great Plains — from the Kansas City metro to Tulsa to Springfield.
- Christ Prep Patriots — Lenexa
- St. Mary's Crusaders — St. Marys
- NOAH Jaguars — Tulsa
- OKC Patriots — Oklahoma City
- Lighthouse Chargers — Springfield
THE INAUGURAL SEASON STARTS 2026
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