Athletics
Athletics
“Athletic success at Westminster is measured not only by wins and losses, but through the bonds created between teammates and coaches, individual and team improvement, and personal growth. When students learn how to be competitors and how to cooperate with one another, they are better prepared to be citizens of the global world.”
Tim Joncas ’00
Tim Joncas ’00
Director of Athletics
What it Means to Wear Black & Gold
At Westminster, athletics are about far more than competition. They are an extension of the classroom, where students build resilience, develop leadership, and discover the confidence that comes from working toward a common goal. Whether competing for a championship or learning a new sport, every student is challenged to grow through teamwork, commitment, and perseverance.One of Westminster’s greatest strengths is that coaches are also teachers, advisors, and mentors. They know students not only on the field, but in the classroom, the residence halls, and throughout campus life. These relationships help students grow as athletes, teammates, leaders, and young adults while creating a culture built on trust, accountability, and mutual respect.
Athletics reflect Westminster’s core values of Community, Character, Balance, and Involvement. Each afternoon, students proudly wear Black & Gold as members of a community that values effort as much as achievement. Whether on the field, court, rink, track, or in the pool, they learn to compete with integrity, support one another through adversity, celebrate shared success, and contribute to something
Exceptional Facilities
Exceptional facilities help Westminster students train, compete, and perform at the highest level while supporting health, wellness, and lifelong fitness. From championship athletic venues to cutting-edge fitness and aquatic centers, students have access to outstanding resources that enrich every afternoon.
Highlights include:
- 35 acres of athletic fields
- Two synthetic turf fields, including a lighted stadium field
- 14 tennis courts
- Eight international squash courts
- Indoor hockey rink
- Baseball and softball fields
- Basketball courts
- 400-meter synthetic track
- Eight-lane aquatic center with diving well
- Fully equipped fitness center
- On-campus health center
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Hovey Field
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Jackson Hockey Rink
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Hibbard Aquatic Center
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Overbye Field (Softball)
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Briggs, Gow and Haynes Tennis Courts
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Watson Terrace
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Upper Fields
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Osborn Baseball Field
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Kohn Squash Pavilion
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Harrison Field
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Afternoon Program Opportunities
Westminster’s afternoon program offers students opportunities to challenge themselves, develop new skills, and contribute to the community. While most students participate on athletic teams, additional options include dance, drama, athletic performance training, leadership roles, community service, and approved independent study.List of 4 items.
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Interscholastic Athletics, Dance & Drama
New Third and Fourth Form students participate in athletics, dance, or drama during the fall term, helping them build friendships, develop confidence, and become active members of the Westminster community from their very first weeks on campus. -
Athletic Performance Training
Athletic Performance Training allows students to focus on strength, conditioning, and overall wellness. Open to returning Fourth Form and Fifth and Sixth Form students, the program supports athletic development while complementing Westminster’s commitment to lifelong fitness. -
Team Manager
Students interested in leadership behind the scenes may serve as team managers, supporting coaches and athletes while developing organizational, communication, and leadership skills. -
Independent Study Program (ISP)
The Independent Study Program allows qualified students to pursue approved projects that extend learning beyond traditional offerings. Athletic ISPs require a two-season commitment to interscholastic athletics and are available through a competitive application process.
| One term per year | One term per year | ||||||
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| Athletics | Team Manager | Athletic Performance Training Priority to 5th and 6th Form |
Dramat | Dance | Community Service Priority to 5th and 6th Form |
ISP Independent Study Program |
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| Third Form | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
| New Fourth Form | ✓ | ✓ Excluding Fall Term |
✓ Varsity head coach recommendation required |
✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ Excluding Fall Term, Application required |
| Returning Fourth Form | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ Application required |
| Fifth Form | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ Application required |
| Sixth Form | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ Application required |
Recent Scores
Wednesday, 9/16/2026
Soccer - Third Boys’
Versus
Choate Rosemary Hall
Win 5-3
Wednesday, 9/16/2026
Soccer - Junior Varsity Boys’
Versus
Choate Rosemary Hall
Loss 0-4
Meet the Athletics Department
Notice of Nondiscriminatory Policy as to Students
In keeping with our support for a diverse community, Westminster abides by all applicable federal and state laws and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic, including race, color, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national and ethnic origin, ancestry and/or disability in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs. Westminster admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the School.
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