Athletics
Competition and camaraderie: two hallmarks of Thornton Academy
Athletics are an integral part of the Thornton Academy experience. Our rich and storied history of athletic excellence is the result of more than 130 years of competition and camaraderie—and our athletic traditions run deep. Our athletic teams have won more than 50 state championships, but we value athletics as more than just a way to win trophies. Today we offer more than 50 teams at many different levels, and all students are encouraged to get fit and have fun by joining a team—whether they are new to a sport or a potential New England champion. Many of our coaches also serve as faculty, which allows them to teach and coach through a holistic lens.
Explore all our teams
Fall Sports
Cheerleading
Thornton Academy cheerleaders bring the spirit! Join the team in the fall or winter competitive seasons.
Cross Country
Make friends and enjoy fresh air with the cross country team. Get in shape while running. Open to boys and girls.
Field Hockey
Field Hockey is a fall sport open to girls at the upper school. Thornton Academy varsity hockey regularly competes among the top teams in Maine!
Football
Thornton Academy's Golden Trojans are consistently one of the best football teams in New England.
Golf
Fore! The golf team is open to boys and girls in the fall season. Improve your skills in this lifelong sport!
Girls Soccer
Girls soccer is one of the most popular sports at Thornton Academy.
Boys Soccer
Get your kicks on one of our soccer teams!
Volleyball
One of the newest sports on campus, girls volleyball is quickly growing in popularity. Find out why!
Winter Sports
Girls Basketball
Dribble, shoot, score - join the girls basketball team!
Boys Basketball
With consistently one of the best varsity teams in the state, our boys basketball program is open to all.
Winter Cheering
Winter cheering is competition season - join the fun!
Ice Hockey
Hear the roar of the crowd as the puck flies into the net. Thornton Academy offers ice hockey for boys and girls.
Swimming & Diving
Thornton Academy's swimming and diving teams keep you in the water and get you on the podium.
Indoor Track & Field
Thornton Academy offers indoor track & field for both boys & girls.
Spring Sports
Baseball
A true classic. Baseball has existed at Thornton Academy since the 1890s. Join the tradition!
Girls Lacrosse
Shoot and score! Girls lacrosse is one of our most popular spring sports.
Boys Lacrosse
With several recent championships, Thornton Academy boys lacrosse is a strong program.
Softball
Hit a home run with Thornton Academy softball! The Trojans compete regularly with Maine's best.
Girls Tennis
Pick up your racket and hit the courts! Girls tennis is a fun way to improve your skills
Boys Tennis
Serve your way to success! Thornton Academy has a strong boys tennis program.
Track and Field
Thornton Academy offers indoor and outdoor track for both boys and girls. Our track athletes regularly win championships.
Our Coaches
Robert Davies
Titles:
Math Teacher, Dorm Head, Varsity Boys Basketball Coach, Girls Lacrosse Assistant Coach
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Ryan Hersey
Titles:
Middle School Science Teacher, Middle School Assistant Principal, Head Varsity Boys Lacrosse Coach
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Eric Marston
Titles:
History Teacher, Girls Basketball Team (head coach), Girls & Boys Cross Country Teams (head coach)
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George Mendros
Titles:
Substitute Coordinator, Head Boys Indoor Track Coach, Head Boys Outdoor Track Coach
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