The varsity teams for all fall sports celebrated the end of the season at the annual awards dinner on November 13. It was a great opportunity for the players and coaches to be together one last time as a team before the winter season officially began. All teams put in a great deal of hard work and effort throughout the season and we couldn’t be more proud of their achievements. The awards distributed during this event are detailed in the following sports recaps.
The football team persevered throughout the year and concluded on a high note. Wyoming Seminary, a small prep school in Pennsylvania, traveled to Pawling for the final game of the year. The Pride emerged victorious with a 20-9 win, showcasing a robust defensive performance. The coaches expressed satisfaction with the boys’ gameplay and commended the seniors for their consistent hard work throughout the year.
The soccer team also ended their season positively with a couple of wins in their last few games. After facing challenging losses to Hotchkiss (0-4) and Millbrook (3-6), the team finished the year with a 2-0-1 record in their final three games. They secured a draw against Salisbury (0-0) and achieved victories against Kent (3-2) and Canterbury (4-0). At the Awards Banquet, three players received recognition: Tommy Koziak ’24 received the Ned Reade Award, Hunter Baran ’25 received the Coaches Award, and Arthur Figuerido ’26 was honored as the Most Improved Player.
The mountain biking team maintained their strong performance this year, securing several 2nd place finishes, including a race at Hotchkiss on October 4 and their home race on October 18, 2023. Ultimately, the Pride riders secured second place in the Housatonic Mountain Biking League, marking an impressive year.
The cross-country team concluded with a 3-6 record, representing a commendable year for the Pride runners. The team secured 6th place at the Founders League meet on November 4, 20203, and despite finishing 15th at the NEPSTA Championship Meet, many runners achieved their personal best times of the season. With only two seniors, captains Harry Clark and Tyler Olsen, the team provided a platform for younger runners to challenge themselves against more experienced opponents. Harry Clark ’24 and Tyler Olson ’24 excelled as captains, winning the Annual Award and McCabe Award for leadership and service, respectively. The title of Most Improved Runner was bestowed upon Jude Halpy ’27.
by Kyle Miller ’18