Lincolnton, NC — Combine Academy, the international boarding school known for producing elite student-athletes and college-ready graduates, is proud to announce the launch of its newest and most transformative initiative: The School of Business & Entrepreneurship, a groundbreaking academic program designed to shape the next generation of entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators.
Located just outside of Charlotte, North Carolina, Combine Academy has made its mark by sending over 500+ athletes to the collegiate level on scholarships and developing more than 25+ professional athletes—including NBA stars Robert Dillingham (Minnesota Timberwolves), Jalen Hood-Schifino (Los Angeles Lakers), and MLB pitcher Isaiah Lowe (San Diego Padres). Now, the academy is raising the bar again—this time off the court and into the boardroom.
“Business is the New Sport.”
That’s the slogan behind Combine’s visionary new school, where ambition, discipline, and innovation come together to build not just athletes—but CEOs, founders, and financial game-changers.
Unlike traditional liberal arts curricula, Combine’s School of Business & Entrepreneurship focuses on real-world learning and life skills, with coursework designed around startups, investing, branding, leadership, and innovation. Students will receive hands-on mentorship from successful entrepreneurs and industry leaders while learning how to build companies, manage capital, and create lasting impact in their communities and beyond.
“This is the next evolution of what Combine stands for,” said Jonah Baize, President & CEO. “We’ve developed world-class athletes—but we know the ball stops bouncing. What happens next matters even more. Our students won’t just sign contracts—they’ll write them. They won’t just endorse brands—they’ll build them.”
The program will offer a college-level academic experience, fully accredited at the highest standards, with a dynamic and rigorous curriculum aimed at empowering student-athletes to transition from players to powerful professionals in any field. Combine’s School of Business & Entrepreneurship boasts 5 key areas of study: Sports Management, Digital Media & Marketing, Hospitality (Food & Beverage), Sales & Advertising, and Real Estate.
Enrollment for the School of Business & Entrepreneurship opens April 8, 2025 for the inaugural Fall 2025 Semester with limited seats available for elite student-athletes ready to take their education—and their future—to the next level.
To learn more, visit www.CombineAcademy.com or follow Combine Academy on social media @CombineAcademy.
About Combine Academy:
Combine Academy is a top-tier international boarding school located near Charlotte, NC, offering elite training and education across four major sports: basketball, baseball, soccer, and golf. With a mission to develop the whole student—mind, body, and character—Combine prepares young men for success at the college level and beyond.
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