Strength of a lion.
Tenacity of an eagle.
Athletics holds a cherished place in Pomfret lore. Under the careful mentorship of our experienced and passionate coaches, you will join a community of athletes who share an unshakable bond forged through the pursuit of excellence and the development of character.
Take Your Game to the Next Level
A member of the New England Preparatory School Athletic Council,
Pomfret routinely competes against the best prep schools in New England.
Coaches Corner
Coach Mo Gaitán
Athletic Director
Girls Varsity Lacrosse
Our wingspan is wide. Our roar is fierce. Our spirit is indomitable. And we are here to compete!"
Coach Matt Goethals
Boys Varsity Ice Hockey
We pride ourselves on building and maintaining a culture within our program that we are proud of. That culture begins with being good citizens on campus — treating people the right way, doing our best work in the classroom, and then working towards becoming the best team we can be on the ice. We want a culture that is defined by our work ethic, our humility, our resilience, and our unwavering love and support for one another and the community that we are a part of. “
Coach Erin Fisher
Girls Varsity Soccer
Being part of the GVS family means looking out for one another on and off the field. The culture we build within the team carries over into how we embody our core values in the larger school community - as leaders, teammates, and friends. "
Coach Ronnie Turner
Boys Varsity Basketball
We have to show up for each other. When everyone is in service of one another, the basketball part is easy, and that's the environment we try to create here at Pomfret School."
Athletic Facilities
Perched on a hill overlooking picture-perfect Quasset Lake in nearby Woodstock, Blodgett Boathouse is home to our crew teams and their boats. The state-of-the-art facility features a 1,500-meter race course.
The Lawrence W. Blodgett Tennis Center is the site of six newly resurfaced outdoor tennis courts and a shaded spectator pavilion.
Our cross country course is a sinuous 3.1-mile ramble through dense forest and open field, with several bridges spanning Mashamoquet Brook. This same area is home to our adventure ropes course.
Our state-of-the-art fitness center includes cardiovascular and strength training equipment, a variety of free weights, and locker room areas.
In addition to our top-notch turf fields, Pomfret boasts eight meticulously maintained grass athletic fields. Among them is Mallory Field, one of New England’s premier grass fields and home to our Griffin baseball team.
Jahn Rink, known for its iconic glass entryway, underwent extensive renovations in 2021, including a state-of-the-art mechanical room, new ice-making equipment, and a dehumidification system that extends the rink's season from September 1 through April 1. The 200-by-85-foot hockey arena offers ample seating for spectators on one side, with additional space for dressing rooms and ice surfacing equipment.
Lewis Gymnasium, located on the main level of the Corzine Athletic Center, is the home of our basketball and volleyball teams.
One of the largest high school wrestling rooms in New England, Merjian Wrestling Room holds the equivalent of more than three full-size competition mats.
Our co-ed golf team plays home matches at Quinnatisset Country Club — a hidden gem in the quiet corner of Connecticut. The premier 18-hole course is highly regarded for its beautifully maintained grounds.
Located in Corzine Athletic Center, our state-of-the-art squash complex is one of the best in the New England preparatory school circuit. The facility hosts eight international squash courts, home to both our girls and boys squash programs.
Strong Field House comprises four indoor tennis courts and a multi-use wellness studio, where students can take yoga and meditation classes. The field house’s soaring space is utilized by a number of athletes during the cold winter months.
Our 800-square-foot athletic training room features two taping tables and five treatment/exam tables and offers a comprehensive range of treatment options including ultrasound, electrical muscle stimulation, GameReady, and whirlpool therapies.
Sports Performance
What off season?
Our strength and conditioning program is designed to build speed, power, agility, and explosiveness in our athletes. Working in groups of two or three, athletes engage in an agility or plyometric exercise to start, followed by a sequence of core lifts that complement one another. Every workout finishes with a conditioning component that is designed to build strength or speed as well as cardiovascular fitness.
Meet the Coaching Staff
Marcela Gaitán
Pomfret School Athletics champions character
and pursues excellence
while fueling community pride.
PRIDE
Process
Resilience
Inclusivity
Development
Excellence