WRESTLING

Founded in 1973, the Deerfield wrestling program has a proud tradition, twice winning the New England Championship title. In the past two decades, Deerfield wrestlers have captured many individual titles at the Class A Tournament and New England Prep School Championships. In addition to the league and New England tournaments, the team also competes at the National Prep School Championships at Lehigh University. JV wrestlers grapple in informal jamborees and in a season-ending invitational tournament. A number of Deerfield wrestlers have gone on to compete in the collegiate ranks, appearing on the rosters at Boston University, Williams College, the University of North Carolina, and the University of Iowa.

Rosters & Schedules

Doors of the Week

Congratulations to this week’s Doors of the Week! JV Swimming: Melissa Chun ’24 and Teagan Farley ‘26 JV swimming is excited to nominate Melissa Chun

Doors of the Week

Congratulations to this week’s Doors of the Week! Girls Varsity Basketball: Harlowe Healey ‘24 Girls Varsity Basketball’s Door of the Week is Harlowe Healey ‘24.

Date / Time Team Opponent Location Result/Status
Date / Time:
December 2, 2023 - 3:00 pm
Team:
Opponent:
St. Mark's School
Location:
Away, @ Brooks School
Results/Status:
Win, 54-21
Date / Time:
December 2, 2023 - 3:00 pm
Team:
Opponent:
Brooks School
Location:
Away, @ Brooks School
Results/Status:
Win, 39-29
Date / Time:
December 6, 2023 - 3:00 pm
Team:
Opponent:
BBN
Location:
Away, @ Pomfret
Results/Status:
Date / Time:
December 6, 2023 - 3:30 pm
Team:
Opponent:
St. Mark's School
Location:
Away, @ Pomfret
Results/Status:
Date / Time:
December 6, 2023 - 3:30 pm
Team:
Opponent:
Pomfret School
Location:
Away, @ Pomfret
Results/Status:
Date / Time:
January 6, 2024 - 3:00 pm
Team:
Opponent:
Hopkins
Location:
Away, @ Pomfret
Results/Status:
Date / Time:
January 6, 2024 - 3:00 pm
Team:
Opponent:
Pomfret School
Location:
Away, @ Pomfret
Results/Status:
Date / Time:
January 10, 2024 - 4:00 pm
Team:
Opponent:
Eagle Hill School
Location:
Home
Results/Status:
Date / Time:
January 13, 2024 - 2:00 pm
Team:
Opponent:
Andover
Location:
Away, @ Andover
Results/Status:
Date / Time:
January 13, 2024 - 2:00 pm
Team:
Opponent:
Exeter
Location:
Away, @ Andover
Results/Status:
Date / Time:
January 13, 2024 - 2:00 pm
Team:
Opponent:
Hyde
Location:
Away, @ Andover
Results/Status:
Date / Time:
January 17, 2024 - 3:00 pm
Team:
Opponent:
Pomfret School
Location:
Away, @ Wilbraham & Monson
Results/Status:
Date / Time:
January 17, 2024 - 3:00 pm
Team:
Opponent:
Wilbraham
Location:
Away, @ Wilbraham & Monson
Results/Status:
Date / Time:
January 20, 2024 - 3:30 pm
Team:
Opponent:
St. Paul's
Location:
Away, @ St. Paul's
Results/Status:
Date / Time:
January 20, 2024 - 3:30 pm
Team:
Opponent:
Cardigan Mountain School
Location:
Away, @ St. Paul's
Results/Status:
Date / Time:
January 27, 2024 - 3:00 pm
Team:
Opponent:
Salisbury School
Location:
Away
Results/Status:
Date / Time:
January 31, 2024 - 3:00 pm
Team:
Opponent:
Wilbraham
Location:
Home
Results/Status:
Date / Time:
February 10, 2024 - 12:00 pm
Team:
Opponent:
Class A Championship
Location:
Away, @ TBD
Results/Status:
Date / Time:
February 17, 2024 - 12:00 pm
Team:
Opponent:
New England Championship
Location:
Away, @ TBD
Results/Status:
Date / Time:
February 24, 2024 - 12:00 pm
Team:
Opponent:
Nationals
Location:
Away, @ TBD
Results/Status:

Where and Who we Wrestle

Deerfield’s varsity and JV squads practice together on two full mats for 90 minutes each day in the Kravis Arena. The 16 varsity matches, traditionally held on Wednesdays and Saturdays, include a mix of dual and quadrangular meets against rivals such as Northfield Mount Hermon, Choate Rosemary Hall, Phillips Andover, Loomis Chaffee, and the team’s archrival, Phillips Exeter. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

Deerfield students are encouraged to step outside their comfort zone and try new experiences. If a student wishes to play a new sport, then they can participate in tryouts along with the other athletes, and will be placed according to their skill level. Most sports at Deerfield have multiple teams, so those new to a particular sport will usually have the opportunity to play at an appropriate level. Beginners should be sure to notify the coach if they require guidance in navigating a new sport.

Students are required to participate in a co-corricular each term. “Co-curriculars” do not necessarily have to be an interscholastic sport. Other options include community service, dance, theater, recreational sports, or even managing a sport. Additionally, students with talents in certain areas such as the arts may apply for a co-curricular exemption, in which they pursue their talent under the guidance of a Deerfield faculty member. Freshmen and sophomores are encouraged to participate in at least two terms of interscholastic athletics per year.

Varsity candidates will typically have preseason tryouts before school begins, and therefore should plan on arriving three or more days early. Coaches notify candidates during the summer if they should arrive early, and arrival dates are posted on the Deerfield Academy calendar.

Deerfield does provide laundry services for athletic clothing. Students should be aware that due to turnaround time they may want to have multiple sets of clothing to avoid any problems.

Each sport holds tryouts at the beginning of the season to determine appropriate placement for students trying out. Deerfield does its best to put all of its students in the position to succeed and grow as athletes, and these efforts are reflected in the composition of its teams.

All students, faculty, and staff can seek help from Deerfield’s skilled athletic training staff regardless of their involvement in Deerfield athletics.

Certain equipment, including game uniforms and practice clothing, is provided by the Athletic Stockroom. Some non-clothing items are also available for loan upon request, or available to purchase through the Athletic Store. Because each sport has varying equipment needs, students should be in touch with their coach or the stockroom staff when they arrive on campus. If students need to purchase athletic equipment or clothing not found in the Athletic Store or stockroom, they can usually find it at any one of several local retail stores.

Recreational sports are typically open to juniors and seniors as a co-curricular option, but some may allow underclassmen to participate with the coach’s permission.

The athletic facilities, including the gym, pool, tennis courts, and squash courts, are open to all students, faculty, and staff during their hours of operation. At the beginning of the year all students participate in an orientation that walks them through proper use of the fitness center, and all new students take a required swim test before they can use the pool. Hours for athletic facilities are posted online.

Contact Athletics

athletics@deerfield.edu
413-774-1430

Office West Gym
Mail PO Box 36
Deerfield, MA 01342