Welcome to the South Kent Sports News stay connected for latest updates, and highlights. We aim to keep you informed and engaged with comprehensive coverage of upcoming games, match recaps, player spotlights, and exclusive interviews with coaches and athletes. Whether you’re a passionate supporter, a proud parent, or simply curious about the latest sporting events on campus, South Kent Sports News is your go-to source for all things athletic at South Kent School.
Former South Kent power forward Chris Ortiz has his sights set on Paris, as the Puerto Rican basketball team qualified for the Olympics on July 7 in San Juan. After drubbing Bahrain, Italy, and Mexico by double digits, they knocked off Lithuania 79-68 in front of 13,500 raucous Puerto Rican fans, cementing their first Olympic … Read more
On June 29th, South Kent alumnus and defenseman Tory Pitner was drafted 185th overall by the Colorado Avalanche at the 2024 NHL Draft in Las Vegas. Pitner was one of nine players selected by the Avalanche and the 21st player to be drafted in the Hillside’s illustrious hockey history. Before getting drafted, the El Cerrito, … Read more
Ep. 4 | 12 Year NBA Legend & SKS Alumnus: Dorell Wright ’04 Shares Career & Fatherhood Dorell Wright ’04 shares his experience of moving from Los Angeles to South Kent School and his transition from the Hillside to the NBA in Episode 4 of South Kent School’s Masterclass Series. South Kent School is proud … Read more
Even with a few months before tip-off to the 2024-25 season, the grind continues for South Kent Prep Basketball. Kelvin Odih and Badara Diakite, two players on the Prep Basketball team, were invited to play at the 22nd Pangos All-American Camp at Bishop Gorman High School in Las Vegas, NV. From June 2-4, South Kent … Read more
Alfie Jefferis is a stand out student athlete on this Hillside. We are excited to share his perspective on the South Kent experience as he graduates this month. Learn more about Alfie in his talk on our Master Class Series. Jefferis is the epitome of what a South Kent student embodies and we are proud … Read more
Prepare to witness the hockey prowess of two South Kent hockey alumni, Joel Farabee and Shane Pinto, as they gear up to represent Team USA at the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World Championships in Czechia this May. These dynamic forwards have been on fire this season, with Farabee shining for the Philadelphia Flyers and … Read more
At South Kent School, our long standing traditions are crucial to maintaining a strong culture and enduring the school’s 100-year history. At the same time, as the world and educational landscape changes, new traditions must evolve. In 2022, in the wake of COVID, Fifth Form student Griffin Davis started a new tradition that further … Read more
This past week, South Kent alum Jacob Fowler and the nation’s top-ranked Boston College Eagles completed an incredible showing at the Hockey East Tournament, going 3-0 and winning the Hockey East Championship. After winning a tightly contested matchup versus the Connecticut Huskies in the Quarterfinals 5-4, Fowler and the Eagles shipped up to TD Garden … Read more
South Kent School has embarked on a groundbreaking partnership with the Kent News Good Times Dispatch (GTD), marking a significant step forward in local news coverage. This collaborative effort aims to enhance town news content while also providing South Kent students with invaluable professional experience in journalism and media. Under the partnership, South Kent School … Read more
By Raijon Dispensa ’24 & Tom Johnson Elmarko Jackson, South Kent’s first-ever McDonald’s All-American, continues to impress the basketball world at every stage of his career, showcasing his athleticism at the guard position and becoming a reliable leader at such a young age. Already an impact player at Kansas, Jackson’s success on the court is … Read more