Athletics at the Hillside

At South Kent School, athletics are integral to a student’s everyday life. Our athletics program has been intentionally designed to build character and a passion for the game while supporting student-athletes as they train and compete at every level.  

South Kent offers a range of sports programming for every type of student-athlete, from club and intramural teams to high performance. Whether they aspire to compete at the collegiate and professional levels or are simply looking for physical activity to stay in shape, our student-athletes are encouraged to develop, build self-esteem, and recognize their goals.

Our academic block schedule enables seamless integration of athletics into student life. It accommodates the most demanding, competitive athletic schedules, including sports that involve frequent travel and competition with top-tier schools and programs. Students learn the significance of balancing their course load with practice and play to maximize their success in every school setting.

Our People, Spaces, and Competition

Our dedicated and experienced coaches and trainers aim to uplift and inspire every student-athlete to be the best version of themself in and out of competition. The School’s skilled athletics staff has unmatched success, accolades, and years of experience as players, coaches, and trainers, and they pass along their knowledge and love of the game to every athlete they work with.

The School offers premier athletic facilities: from a world-class hockey arena, impressive basketball gymnasium, and natural grass and artificial turf fields to a high-end weight room, new locker rooms, and a modern multi-sport outdoor space that accommodates fitness and fun. 

South Kent School is a member of the New England Preparatory School Athletic Council (NEPSAC), New England Basketball League (NEBL), Prep Hockey Conference (PHC), and Housatonic Mountain Biking League (HMBL). Teams have the opportunity to participate in post-season tournaments and compete for League and New England titles.

Our Alumni in Division 1

The list of South Kent Alumni that have continued their passion for athletics is an outstanding one. Colleges attended by South Kent graduates in the last ten years include:

University of Connecticut

University of Kentucky

Michigan State University

Wake Forest University

Yale University

University of Louisville

Syracuse University

DePaul University

University of Connecticut

University of Kentucky

Michigan State University

Wake Forest University

Yale University

University of Louisville

Syracuse University

DePaul University