inside athletics
Inside Athletics
Our athletic program is an essential part of the Rocky Hill experience, supporting the development of well-rounded individuals prepared to thrive in a competitive world. Through athletics, students grow not only in physical ability, but also in confidence, resilience, teamwork, and leadership—skills that serve them both on and off the field.
The Mariner Way
Our athletic programs operate within the framework of The Mariner Way – a philosophy centered on resiliency, effort, and pride. Every practice, every game, every team trip, every workout – we do things The Mariner Way.
INSIDE ATHLETICS
Our athletic program functions as an integral part of the total curriculum. We strive for the development of well-rounded individuals, capable of taking their place in a competitive society. We believe that sports offer an environment for children to grow, not just athletically, but also socially, emotionally, and intellectually.
Megan Williams
Director of Athletics
BA, Bryn Mawr College
MS, Ohio University
mwilliams@rockyhill.org
ext. 188
Art Entwistle IV
Interim Athletic Director,
Athletic Trainer
BS, Lyndon State College
M.Ed, Plymouth State University
aentwistle@rockyhill.org
Inside Athletics
Our athletic program functions as an integral part of the total curriculum. We strive for the development of well-rounded individuals, capable of taking their place in a competitive society. We believe that sports offer an environment for children to grow, not just athletically, but also socially, emotionally, and intellectually.
Inside Athletics
Our athletic program functions as an integral part of the total curriculum. We strive for the development of well-rounded individuals, capable of taking their place in a competitive society. We believe that sports offer an environment for children to grow, not just athletically, but also socially, emotionally, and intellectually.
At a Glance
46+ Championships over the past 10 years
92%
Participation in Upper School competitive athletics
16 Competitive Upper School teams
7 Upper School
developmental teams
70%
Participation in Middle School competitive athletics
9 Middle School teams
5 On Campus
playing fields
85%
Multi sport
Athletics
Sports Medicine
In house Athletic Training services are provided for student athletics at Rocky Hill. Our athletic trainer works in coordination with the team physician, school nurse, and school counselor as part of the school’s health and wellness team. The athletic trainer is nationally certified and state licensed medical professional and is trained to provide the most up to date “best practices” in regard to student athlete health care.
Sports Medicine
In house Athletic Training services are provided for student athletics at Rocky Hill. Our athletic trainer works in coordination with the team physician, school nurse, and school counselor as part of the school’s health and wellness team. The athletic trainer is nationally certified and state licensed medical professional and is trained to provide the most up to date “best practices” in regard to student athlete health care.
We are a Safe Sports School
As a three-time First Team SSS Award winner, we have taken crucial steps to keep our athletes free from injuries by creating a positive health care system that focuses on pre-participation physical examinations, safe practice and competition facilities, illness prevention strategies, proper maintenance of athletic equipment and so much more!
RESILIENCY
“Resiliency means fighting through adversity. From leading my team to a comeback victory in our lacrosse championship game, to keeping my head high after a tough basketball end of season loss, I get to practice resiliency everyday. Playing sports at Rocky Hill Country Day has made me a more determined and persistent athlete.”
Kobe Polley ‘20
EFFORT
“At Rocky Hill Country Day, effort doesn’t just mean being there and putting in the bare minimum. Effort means being present mentally and physically and doing everything you can until you can’t. Effort is shown through my will to never stop, the countless miles I put in everyday, and the smiles on my family’s faces when I play.”
Tamira Lopes ‘21
PRIDE
“I feel proud to wear a Rocky Hill Country Day School sports jersey because of what it means to be a Mariner. I’m proud of the effort we put in every day. I’m also proud because I get to represent the School and be a part of our winning programs.”