vs.
New Englands
Recent Scores
vs.
New Englands
vs.
Founders League Tournament
Loss
4-5
vs.
Trinity-Pawling School
Win
10-1
vs.
Kingswood Invitational Tournament
vs.
Rumsey Hall School
Loss
2-8
vs.
Founders League Tournament
vs.
Hotchkiss School
Win
8-1
vs.
Founders League Tournament
Loss
2-7
vs.
Salisbury School
News & Announcements
![Spring Signing Ceremony]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1778784453/taft/iphxjc0wnjsls7qwpzyc/2026springisigninghero.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1778784453/taft/iphxjc0wnjsls7qwpzyc/2026springisigninghero.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1778784453/taft/iphxjc0wnjsls7qwpzyc/2026springisigninghero.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1778784453/taft/iphxjc0wnjsls7qwpzyc/2026springisigninghero.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1778784453/taft/iphxjc0wnjsls7qwpzyc/2026springisigninghero.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1778784453/taft/iphxjc0wnjsls7qwpzyc/2026springisigninghero.png","width":2200}])
Fifteen student-athletes participated in the third and final Signing Ceremony of the year on Wednesday evening, May 13, in Bingham Auditorium.
![Former Rhino Selected in 2026 NFL Draft]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1777304855/taft/cezgojjzeaxql7ktatif/bellnftdraftstory.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1777304855/taft/cezgojjzeaxql7ktatif/bellnftdraftstory.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1777304855/taft/cezgojjzeaxql7ktatif/bellnftdraftstory.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1777304855/taft/cezgojjzeaxql7ktatif/bellnftdraftstory.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1777304855/taft/cezgojjzeaxql7ktatif/bellnftdraftstory.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1777304855/taft/cezgojjzeaxql7ktatif/bellnftdraftstory.png","width":2200}])
Skyler Bell ’21 was selected 125th overall by the Buffalo Bills in the 2026 NFL Draft.
![Girls’ Hockey and Basketball Advance to NEPSAC Semifinals]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1772743146/taft/jzuq8h0cc4fo2z11i8oo/winterpostseason2526-2.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1772743146/taft/jzuq8h0cc4fo2z11i8oo/winterpostseason2526-2.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1772743146/taft/jzuq8h0cc4fo2z11i8oo/winterpostseason2526-2.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1772743146/taft/jzuq8h0cc4fo2z11i8oo/winterpostseason2526-2.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1772743146/taft/jzuq8h0cc4fo2z11i8oo/winterpostseason2526-2.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1772743146/taft/jzuq8h0cc4fo2z11i8oo/winterpostseason2526-2.png","width":2200}])
Girls’ hockey defeated Berkshire 4–1 at home, girls’ basketball took care of business on the road, defeating Kent 42–39.
![Rhinos Claim Another NEPSAC Title, Postseason Play Begins for both Girls’ Hockey and Basketball]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1772424876/taft/gu4bmall0buwbq3ab96g/winter25-26postseasonhero.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1772424876/taft/gu4bmall0buwbq3ab96g/winter25-26postseasonhero.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1772424876/taft/gu4bmall0buwbq3ab96g/winter25-26postseasonhero.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1772424876/taft/gu4bmall0buwbq3ab96g/winter25-26postseasonhero.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1772424876/taft/gu4bmall0buwbq3ab96g/winter25-26postseasonhero.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1772424876/taft/gu4bmall0buwbq3ab96g/winter25-26postseasonhero.png","width":2200}])
Girls’ squash claimed the New England Class B Championship with a 6–1 victory over Sacred Heart Greenwich, while girls’ skiing finished second at the New England Championships. Girls’ hockey and basketball head into NEPSAC postseason play this week.
Overview & Philosophy
Taft’s athletic program is an integral component of school life.
From participants in our intramural programs to elite athletes preparing for competitive careers at the college level, Taft students are taught the value of health and wellness, the importance of a lifelong commitment to fitness, and the enjoyment that participating in all forms of athletics can bring.
In building one of the most successful athletic programs in New England, our coaches encourage fair play, respect for opponents, a love of the game, competitive spirit, and team loyalty. As a result, our students leave Taft with an understanding of hard work and good sportsmanship, a sense of responsibility to one’s team and teammates, the ability to set goals, and an overall commitment to healthy living through physical activity.
Meet Our Varsity Coaches
![Rob O’Gara]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1783436747/taft/ysgoi7ruiu3dtjap6ggn/OGara_slider.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1783436747/taft/ysgoi7ruiu3dtjap6ggn/OGara_slider.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1783436747/taft/ysgoi7ruiu3dtjap6ggn/OGara_slider.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1783436747/taft/ysgoi7ruiu3dtjap6ggn/OGara_slider.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1783436747/taft/ysgoi7ruiu3dtjap6ggn/OGara_slider.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1783436747/taft/ysgoi7ruiu3dtjap6ggn/OGara_slider.png","width":1790}])
Head Coach
Boys' Varsity Hockey
Rob O’Gara joins Taft to lead the boys’ hockey program after serving on Yale’s coaching staff since 2021.
![Shannon Turner]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1753361933/taft/d9saozxi44yaaxpvd9bt/Shannon_Turner_Hockey.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1753361933/taft/d9saozxi44yaaxpvd9bt/Shannon_Turner_Hockey.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1753361933/taft/d9saozxi44yaaxpvd9bt/Shannon_Turner_Hockey.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1753361933/taft/d9saozxi44yaaxpvd9bt/Shannon_Turner_Hockey.png","width":1050}])
Head Coach
Girls' Varsity Hockey
Shannon comes to Taft to lead the girl's varsity hockey team.
Head Coach
Varsity Softball
Tom's academic focus is on history; his softball teams have made some of their own.
![Michaela Mosher]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1753809850/taft/t4i4kpl2udicgsejlnyf/Michaela_Mosher_GLax.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1753809850/taft/t4i4kpl2udicgsejlnyf/Michaela_Mosher_GLax.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1753809850/taft/t4i4kpl2udicgsejlnyf/Michaela_Mosher_GLax.png","width":600}])
Head Coach
Girls' Varsity Lacrosse
Michaela comes to Taft to lead the girl's varsity lacrosse team.
![Mark Traina]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1694696769/taft/pfbzcmy2kuegyzjgdx5u/TrainaM_bvgolf.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1694696769/taft/pfbzcmy2kuegyzjgdx5u/TrainaM_bvgolf.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1694696769/taft/pfbzcmy2kuegyzjgdx5u/TrainaM_bvgolf.jpg","width":674}])
Head Coach
Girls' Varsity Golf
![Sachika Balvani '12]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747939402/taft/nh6rs2isn3zjiuh4gbjm/BalvaniSachikaHeadCoach1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747939402/taft/nh6rs2isn3zjiuh4gbjm/BalvaniSachikaHeadCoach1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1747939402/taft/nh6rs2isn3zjiuh4gbjm/BalvaniSachikaHeadCoach1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747939402/taft/nh6rs2isn3zjiuh4gbjm/BalvaniSachikaHeadCoach1.png","width":960}])
Director of Squash, Assistant Director of Admission
![Andrew Baxter]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1783432044/taft/nwhk9tyseu4balk7m3jn/Baxter_slider.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1783432044/taft/nwhk9tyseu4balk7m3jn/Baxter_slider.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1783432044/taft/nwhk9tyseu4balk7m3jn/Baxter_slider.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1783432044/taft/nwhk9tyseu4balk7m3jn/Baxter_slider.png","width":995}])
Head Coach
Boys' Varsity Lacrosse
Andrew will lead the boys' varsity lacrosse team, and brings with him his remarkable lacrosse background as both a player and as a coach.
![Rachel Beam]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1694704929/taft/pishimlbsnth6wv3jsks/Beam_Rachelvfh.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1694704929/taft/pishimlbsnth6wv3jsks/Beam_Rachelvfh.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1694704929/taft/pishimlbsnth6wv3jsks/Beam_Rachelvfh.jpg","width":600}])
Head Coach
Varsity Field Hockey
![Marty Aspholm]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1762370327/taft/s9aejy3ii0hfn4bkvgyv/MartyAspholm.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1762370327/taft/s9aejy3ii0hfn4bkvgyv/MartyAspholm.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1762370327/taft/s9aejy3ii0hfn4bkvgyv/MartyAspholm.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1762370327/taft/s9aejy3ii0hfn4bkvgyv/MartyAspholm.png","width":960}])
Crew Program Director
Head Coach
Boys' Varsity Crew
Martin brings a passion for developing student athletes and for competitive racing to the Taft crew program.
![Tessie Salatas]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1767903832/taft/jyyefviho6m2ccz8ijgp/TessieSalatasCrew.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1767903832/taft/jyyefviho6m2ccz8ijgp/TessieSalatasCrew.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1767903832/taft/jyyefviho6m2ccz8ijgp/TessieSalatasCrew.png","width":600}])
Head Coach
Girls' Varsity Crew
Tessie Salatas brings a world of experience to the water and to the classroom.
![Morgan Manz '13]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1636731065/taft/ncg3p9cfmobgdoubgxrt/newManzMorgan.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1636731065/taft/ncg3p9cfmobgdoubgxrt/newManzMorgan.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1636731065/taft/ncg3p9cfmobgdoubgxrt/newManzMorgan.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1636731065/taft/ncg3p9cfmobgdoubgxrt/newManzMorgan.jpg","width":960}])
Head Coach
Girls' Varsity Basketball
A 2013 graduate, Morgan returned to Taft to lead the girls' varsity basketball team.
![Michael Mastrocola '08]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1636733136/taft/denxmhpt3fvkz3ari3kr/1Mastrocola_Michael.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1636733136/taft/denxmhpt3fvkz3ari3kr/1Mastrocola_Michael.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1636733136/taft/denxmhpt3fvkz3ari3kr/1Mastrocola_Michael.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1636733136/taft/denxmhpt3fvkz3ari3kr/1Mastrocola_Michael.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1636733136/taft/denxmhpt3fvkz3ari3kr/1Mastrocola_Michael.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1636733136/taft/denxmhpt3fvkz3ari3kr/1Mastrocola_Michael.jpg","width":2200}])
Head Coach
Varsity Baseball
![Jeremy LaCasse]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1636730211/taft/sjpb7j9hcy6jy6v6yuxk/101247_2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1636730211/taft/sjpb7j9hcy6jy6v6yuxk/101247_2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1636730211/taft/sjpb7j9hcy6jy6v6yuxk/101247_2.jpg","width":600}])
Head Coach
Varsity Ski Racing
Jeremy has been coaching at Taft for eight years, and it has been a highlight in his coaching career!
![Jennifer Chandler]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1633622346/taft/joajwqdxv29apfwkomjx/JCNEW113681.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1633622346/taft/joajwqdxv29apfwkomjx/JCNEW113681.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1633622346/taft/joajwqdxv29apfwkomjx/JCNEW113681.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1633622346/taft/joajwqdxv29apfwkomjx/JCNEW113681.jpg","width":904}])
Head Coach
Girls' Varsity Squash
Jennifer Chandler is at home on the court and with a racquet in her hand.
![Shavar Bernier]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1758804705/taft/pirxl49rdehzlegq7z6c/Bernier.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1758804705/taft/pirxl49rdehzlegq7z6c/Bernier.jpg","width":480}])
Head Coach
Boys' Varsity Basketball
Throughout his life and career, Shavar has been recognized as a leader, and celebrated for his sportsmanship.
![A man with short black hair and a black collared shirt is centered against a plain white background.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1783435388/taft/snwlh6tv0k2890yhfolg/Suzuki_slider.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1783435388/taft/snwlh6tv0k2890yhfolg/Suzuki_slider.png","width":410}])
Head Coach
Boys' Varsity Soccer
Hiro brings a wealth of high-level playing and coaching experience to Taft, along with a reputation as a dedicated mentor and tireless worker committed to helping student-athletes reach their full potential.
![Tyler Whitley '04]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1762370328/taft/le3cj6xzmlzejxjoayei/TylerWhitley.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1762370328/taft/le3cj6xzmlzejxjoayei/TylerWhitley.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1762370328/taft/le3cj6xzmlzejxjoayei/TylerWhitley.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1762370328/taft/le3cj6xzmlzejxjoayei/TylerWhitley.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1762370328/taft/le3cj6xzmlzejxjoayei/TylerWhitley.png","width":1558}])
Head Coach
Varsity Football
A scholar, an athlete, and a Rhino through and through, Tyler Whitley returned to his alma mater in 2012 to lead the football team.
![Rebecca Swift]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1762370327/taft/tlewvdbs6ps6fm3jyokp/RebeccaSwift.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1762370327/taft/tlewvdbs6ps6fm3jyokp/RebeccaSwift.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1762370327/taft/tlewvdbs6ps6fm3jyokp/RebeccaSwift.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1762370327/taft/tlewvdbs6ps6fm3jyokp/RebeccaSwift.png","width":906}])
Head Coach
Girls' Varsity Soccer
![Al Reiff]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1762370327/taft/ahbikwnierxfz6ze3xkl/AlReiff.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1762370327/taft/ahbikwnierxfz6ze3xkl/AlReiff.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1762370327/taft/ahbikwnierxfz6ze3xkl/AlReiff.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1762370327/taft/ahbikwnierxfz6ze3xkl/AlReiff.png","width":896}])
Head Coach
Boys' Varsity Cross Country & Varsity Wrestling
Al took the reins of the boys' varsity cross country team in the fall of 2021 after serving as an assistant for eight years.