Field Hockey
Field Hockey is an up-and-coming program in Maine. With third-year head coach Lexie Carter at the helm, the Trojans are ready to take the next step and compete with the best in the state.
Program Overview
Season: Fall
2026 Opening Date: August 17
Teams: Varsity, Junior Varsity
Varsity Coach: Lexie Carter
Thornton Academy field hockey has a rich tradition and history. Thornton has had two undefeated regular season squads (1964, 1988) and has been highly competitive in the Southwestern Maine Activities Association (SMAA). The 1988 team also captured the SMAA championship and won sixteen games, an all-time program record; that team was inducted into the Thornton Academy Athletic Hall of Fame in 2013.
Participation in field hockey at Thornton Academy is limited to females only. The majority of practices and all varsity games take place at Hill Stadium. The junior varsity team plays contests at both Hill Stadium and an adjacent grass field. There are tryouts for
selection to the varsity and junior varsity squads. The preseason typically consists of one week of double sessions (morning, late afternoon) in which players are evaluated on their conditioning, technical abilities, and tactical knowledge. The process for earning a slot on the varsity squad is typically quite competitive. However, students with less experience or who may be looking to improve their skills have an opportunity to participate on the junior varsity squad.
