Mount Zion Christian Academy
American, private, christian school in North Carolina
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Mount Zion Christian Academy (MZCA) is a private, college preparatory, non-denominational, co-educational Christian day school (grades K–12) and boarding school (grades 9–12) located in Durham, North Carolina. The Academy is most noted for its successful prep basketball program. The prep program has produced many college players, International players and NBA players.
Coordinates35°57′21″N 78°54′23″W
TypePrivate, day school, boarding school
Religious affiliationChristian
Established1986[1]
| Mount Zion Christian Academy | |
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| Location | |
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3519 Fayetteville St , 27707 United States | |
| Coordinates | 35°57′21″N 78°54′23″W |
| Information | |
| Type | Private, day school, boarding school |
| Religious affiliation | Christian |
| Established | 1986[1] |
| Principal | Peggy McIlwain |
| Grades | K–12 |
| Colors | Gold, maroon, and black |
| Athletics | NCISAA |
| Team name | Mighty Warriors |
| Website | www |
Notable alumni
Basketball players
- Marquis Daniels, NBA player[2]
- Cleanthony Early, professional basketball player
- Cory Hightower, NBA player[3]
- Steven Hunter, NBA player[4]
- Jarrett Jack, NBA player[5]
- Tracy McGrady, seven-time NBA All-Star[6]
- Kevin Obanor, professional basketball player
- Brandon Rush, NBA player, 2015 NBA champion with Golden State Warriors
- Amar'e Stoudemire, six-time NBA All-Star, now serves as player development assistant for the Brooklyn Nets
- Rodney White, professional basketball player[7]
- Elijah Wilson, professional basketball player
