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Randolph-Macon Academy Announces Appointment of New Athletic Director
Congratulations to Chris Peter on being appointed as Randolph-Macon Academy’s new Athletic Director! With his extensive experience as a faculty member and his involvement in various teaching positions and the administration team at R-MA Middle School since 2015, Chris is well-prepared for this role.

Chris Peter
His background as a member of the R-MA Coaching Staff, coaching soccer, basketball, and flag football, showcases his dedication to athletics and mentoring student-athletes. Additionally, Chris’s pursuit of an Educational Administration degree at Shenandoah University demonstrates his commitment to furthering his knowledge and skills in the field.
As an undergrad at Shenandoah University, Chris played soccer and even served as the assistant coach of the Hornet’s Soccer Program. His 20 years of experience as a soccer trainer and coach, including owning and operating the Shenandoah Soccer Academy in Winchester, VA, highlight his expertise in the sport.
In the upcoming 23/24 season, Chris will be supporting Coach Damiani while also leading the Athletics Department at R-MA. With his leadership, the department aims to upgrade the athletic facilities at the Academy, enhancing the overall sports experience for the students.
We wish Chris Peter the best of luck in his new role as the Athletic Director at Randolph-Macon Academy, and we look forward to seeing the positive impact he will make in the school’s athletics program.
R-MA is a co-ed, private boarding school for grades 6-12 in Front Royal, Virginia – just 1-hour from Washington D.C. 100% of R-MA graduates are accepted to university every year, with the Class of 2022 graduating 59 students who received over $16.6 million in scholarships. Find out more about the R-MA difference! Visit us out at www.RMA.edu.
