The first athletic term has been nothing short of exhilarating in the sports world of Trinity-Pawling! This fall included highlights from many of our teams, including the football, soccer, cross country, and mountain biking teams!
The Trinity-Pawling varsity football team, led by Coach Davenport, has shown great dedication this year. By far the greatest highlight from their season has been their outstanding Homecoming and Reunion Weekend triumph over the Taft School! Special shoutout to Brandyn Hackett ’25, whose spectacular last-minute swat to save the lead for the Pride may very well go down as the play of the year. The boys have put on a show for our faithful fans all year as they look to string together some more game-saving plays in the back half of their season!
The varsity soccer team has demonstrated what it takes to be a member of the Pride, being maybe the most perseverant and hardworking team of all. Despite lacking a large number of players and playing in an extremely competitive league, the soccer team did not get down on themselves. Just this past Wednesday, they earned their first victory of the season in a 3-2 match against the Hotchkiss School! It’s great to see all their work finally paying off!
Next, we have the mountain biking team, a newer team to TPS, but thrilling nonetheless! Led by Mr. Avis, they have competed in five different races, including this past Wednesday where they hosted on campus. Shoutouts go to Luc Bouthilette ’27 and Logan Peterson ’28 who have had some very impressive placements this year! Be sure to follow the mountain biking team to see how they continue to progress.
Last, but not least, the Pride cross country team has shown how hard work will always pay off. One of the star athletes, Jack Rodman ’25, was named Pride Athlete of the Week recently for cutting his 5K time down 40 seconds from his previous PB! He’s just one example of how our cross country athletes have progressed. It’s exciting to think of how much more the cross country team will improve in their upcoming meets!
Beyond the wins and losses, our athletes have given us plenty to be proud of so far this term. No doubt it will be an exciting second half of the athletic term for the Pride!
by Ian Arnott ’25