The 2025 football season looks a little different for Trinity-Pawling. The NEPSAC (New England Preparatory School Athletic Council) moved to a new classification structure, inheriting three classes (A, B, and C). Many teams in New England have been realigned, and traditional leagues like the Founders League have been disbanded for the purposes of football, and schools have been placed into classes and groups that best fit their competitive nature.
In this new look, Trinity-Pawling has joined NEPSAC Class B, competing against many former ISL teams and some familiar opponents like Hotchkiss and Canterbury. During this realignment of New England football, Trinity-Pawling voted against this change and the new-looking schedule. Unfortunately, Trinity-Pawling was in the minority and was outvoted to move forward with the restructuring and realignment. With that being said, the Pride are excited to embark on another football season and get back to the gridiron.
A New Look at Saturday’s:
Buckingham Browne & Nichols (BB&N) (9/19)
Saint Paul’s School (9/27)
Canterbury School (10/4)
Tabor Academy (10/11)
Hotchkiss School (10/18)
St. Sebastian’s (10/25)
Milton Academy (11/1)
Belmont Hill (11/8)
“This new schedule provides our football program with fresh competition and fresh opportunity. It’s a stage where our players can be tested week after week against strong opponents — and a chance to raise the standard for Trinity-Pawling football,” says Athletic Director Chris Gillman ’05.
Looking Ahead:
Head Coach, Rob Davenport adds, “It’s an exciting opportunity for our players to compete at a high level, build new rivalries, and showcase the hard work they put in year-round.” Trinity-Pawling is ready to build new rivalries against high-end competition. Davenport concludes, “Our boys are ready to embrace the challenge and represent Trinity-Pawling with pride.”
Roll Pride!