The Harvard Athletic Association (HAA) is a non-profit organization, incorporated in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Its purpose is to promote athletic programs and activities for the enjoyment and benefit of Harvard residents and/or students in Harvard schools. While primarily for the youth of Harvard, a number of activities are sponsored for adults as well. Youthprograms attempt to encourage broad participation, promote fair play, develop skills and encourage sportsmanship and teamwork. Healthy competition, appropriate to age and skill levels, is fostered.

The Harvard Athletic Association is made up primarily of town volunteers, who donate their time and talents as organizers, group coordinators, and coaches, referees, umpires and advisors.
HAA provides a foundation for most youth sports in Harvard and works closely with the town’s Park and Recreation Department to ensure the safety and adequacy of playing fields throughout the town.Serving the community of Harvard, Massachusetts.


HAA also works closely with the Bromfield School Athletic Department to involve, whenever possible, Bromfield High School teachers and students as coaches, assistants, umpires and referees. Older students often act as role models and mentors to younger participants in HAA programs. HAA supportsand cooperates with a number of athletic booster clubs within the Bromfield School.