Athletics
Champions believe in themselves.
Thornton Academy has a rich and storied history of athletic excellence. Throughout our history, Thornton Academy athletic teams have won more than 50 state championships, including our most recent championship in 2019 in Boys Lacrosse.
Today, athletics are an integral part of the Thornton Academy experience. We offer more than 50 teams at many different levels. All Thornton Academy students are encouraged to join a team — whether they are new to a sport or a potential New England champion.
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![a girl with a bat at a softball game]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1623333576/thornton/r5ij8wwy7rk9tqqfkktb/KileyWillett.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1623333576/thornton/r5ij8wwy7rk9tqqfkktb/KileyWillett.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1623333576/thornton/r5ij8wwy7rk9tqqfkktb/KileyWillett.jpg","width":800}])
![Newest Varsity Club Member: Megan Cairns]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1558117459/thornton/gd3lvgvgfdpjfcboyjiw/NewestVarsityClubMemberMeganCairns.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1558117459/thornton/gd3lvgvgfdpjfcboyjiw/NewestVarsityClubMemberMeganCairns.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1558117459/thornton/gd3lvgvgfdpjfcboyjiw/NewestVarsityClubMemberMeganCairns.jpg","width":800}])
![Seniors Makaila Paul, Victoria Labbe, Emily Dion, and Bridget Stephenson pose in front of the donated food]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1550772604/thornton/anjp2qhmiciqx28s88ts/ThorntonAcademyCheerleaders.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1550772604/thornton/anjp2qhmiciqx28s88ts/ThorntonAcademyCheerleaders.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1550772604/thornton/anjp2qhmiciqx28s88ts/ThorntonAcademyCheerleaders.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1550772604/thornton/anjp2qhmiciqx28s88ts/ThorntonAcademyCheerleaders.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1550772604/thornton/anjp2qhmiciqx28s88ts/ThorntonAcademyCheerleaders.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1550772604/thornton/anjp2qhmiciqx28s88ts/ThorntonAcademyCheerleaders.jpg","width":2200}])
![number 22 is on the attack for Thornton Academy boys lacrosse]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1542229327/thornton/uipjn2rp8jqv4yf8x5iw/lacrosse22.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1542229327/thornton/uipjn2rp8jqv4yf8x5iw/lacrosse22.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1542229327/thornton/uipjn2rp8jqv4yf8x5iw/lacrosse22.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1542229327/thornton/uipjn2rp8jqv4yf8x5iw/lacrosse22.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1542229327/thornton/uipjn2rp8jqv4yf8x5iw/lacrosse22.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1542229327/thornton/uipjn2rp8jqv4yf8x5iw/lacrosse22.jpg","width":2200}])
Meet our Coaches
Kayla Arthers
Titles:
JV Volleyball Coach
Peter Benham
Titles:
JV Boys Soccer Coach
Robert Davies
Titles:
Math Teacher, Dorm Head, Varsity Boys Basketball Coach, Girls Lacrosse Assistant Coach
Ryan Hersey
Titles:
Middle School Science Teacher, Middle School Assistant Principal, Head Varsity Boys Lacrosse Coach
Corey Huot
Titles:
Varsity Volleyball Head Coach
Chloe Lavigne
Titles:
JV Cheerleading Coach
Eric Marston
Titles:
History Teacher, Girls Basketball Team (head coach), Girls & Boys Cross Country Teams (head coach)
George Mendros
Titles:
Substitute Coordinator, Head Boys Indoor Track Coach, Head Boys Outdoor Track Coach
Jack Morrison
Titles:
Freshman Football Coach
Matthew Townsend
Titles:
JV Golf Coach, Varsity Boys Basketball Assistant Coach