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Choate Rosemary Hall
Recent Scores
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Berkshire School
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Loomis Chaffee School
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Loomis Chaffee School
Loss
0-3
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Berkshire School
Win
2-0
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Berkshire School
Loss
2-1
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Loomis Chaffee School
Loss
0-3
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Miss Porter's School
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0-4
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Miss Porter's School
Loss
1-2
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Berkshire School
1-5
News & Announcements
![The Red Rhino Fund Inaugural Golf Tournament]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726603379/taft/sqbyllrkwdnocajamh3a/RedRhinoHero.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1726603379/taft/sqbyllrkwdnocajamh3a/RedRhinoHero.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1726603379/taft/sqbyllrkwdnocajamh3a/RedRhinoHero.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1726603379/taft/sqbyllrkwdnocajamh3a/RedRhinoHero.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1726603379/taft/sqbyllrkwdnocajamh3a/RedRhinoHero.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1726603379/taft/sqbyllrkwdnocajamh3a/RedRhinoHero.png","width":2200}])
The inaugural Red Rhino Fund Golf Tournament will take place Thursday, October 17, at the Watertown Golf Club.
![Spring 2024 Season Wrap-up]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1717770764/taft/iayf8ml0eryydqea6uzq/springsportshero.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1717770764/taft/iayf8ml0eryydqea6uzq/springsportshero.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1717770764/taft/iayf8ml0eryydqea6uzq/springsportshero.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1717770764/taft/iayf8ml0eryydqea6uzq/springsportshero.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1717770764/taft/iayf8ml0eryydqea6uzq/springsportshero.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1717770764/taft/iayf8ml0eryydqea6uzq/springsportshero.jpg","width":2200}])
A look back at the spring 2024 season for Taft Athletics.
![Spring Signing Ceremony]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1715883435/taft/mftltjyhejbupxtmn5nl/spring-signing-day-5-15-24.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1715883435/taft/mftltjyhejbupxtmn5nl/spring-signing-day-5-15-24.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1715883435/taft/mftltjyhejbupxtmn5nl/spring-signing-day-5-15-24.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1715883435/taft/mftltjyhejbupxtmn5nl/spring-signing-day-5-15-24.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1715883435/taft/mftltjyhejbupxtmn5nl/spring-signing-day-5-15-24.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1715883435/taft/mftltjyhejbupxtmn5nl/spring-signing-day-5-15-24.jpg","width":2200}])
Seventeen student-athletes participated in the third and final National Signing Day of the year on Wednesday evening, May 15, in Bingham Auditorium.
![Longtime Faculty Member and Track and Field Head Coach Steve McCabe Named 2024 Archibald A. Smith III Award Winner]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1714678215/taft/zz4dkojcky2q56xddp43/hero_2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1714678215/taft/zz4dkojcky2q56xddp43/hero_2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1714678215/taft/zz4dkojcky2q56xddp43/hero_2.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1714678215/taft/zz4dkojcky2q56xddp43/hero_2.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1714678215/taft/zz4dkojcky2q56xddp43/hero_2.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1714678215/taft/zz4dkojcky2q56xddp43/hero_2.jpg","width":2200}])
Steve McCabe named the 2024 Archibald A. Smith III award winner — an award given to a coach for lifetime achievement and commitment to the Founders League ideals of educational excellence, sportsmanship, and outstanding competition.
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
Head Coach
Boys' Varsity Hockey
Ryan Shannon '01 returns to Taft to lead the hockey team once again--this time from the coaches box.
![Mackenzie Keith]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1663183019/taft/mqvs06kepf2pke8cvyl0/newLancasterMacKenzie.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1663183019/taft/mqvs06kepf2pke8cvyl0/newLancasterMacKenzie.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1663183019/taft/mqvs06kepf2pke8cvyl0/newLancasterMacKenzie.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1663183019/taft/mqvs06kepf2pke8cvyl0/newLancasterMacKenzie.jpg","width":960}])
Head Coach
Girls' Varsity Hockey
Mackenzie comes to Taft to lead the girl's varsity hockey team.
![Rebecca Swift]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1690386966/taft/lgbazy9te30envsl6kll/Swift_Rebecca_Soccer.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1690386966/taft/lgbazy9te30envsl6kll/Swift_Rebecca_Soccer.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1690386966/taft/lgbazy9te30envsl6kll/Swift_Rebecca_Soccer.jpg","width":660}])
Head Coach
Girls' Varsity Soccer
![Max Rosner]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1687448483/taft/qvnge9y9vjx7ack0w2jn/Rosner_Max_.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1687448483/taft/qvnge9y9vjx7ack0w2jn/Rosner_Max_.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1687448483/taft/qvnge9y9vjx7ack0w2jn/Rosner_Max_.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1687448483/taft/qvnge9y9vjx7ack0w2jn/Rosner_Max_.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1687448483/taft/qvnge9y9vjx7ack0w2jn/Rosner_Max_.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1687448483/taft/qvnge9y9vjx7ack0w2jn/Rosner_Max_.jpg","width":2200}])
Head Coach
Boys' Varsity Lacrosse
Max 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
Head Coach
Boys' Varsity Golf
An accomplished and highly-regarded golfer, Coach Kenerson has led his teams to six Founders League championships.
![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
Head Coach
Varsity Softball
Tom's academic focus is on history; his softball teams have made some of their own.
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.
![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.
Crew Program Director
Head Coach
Girls' Varsity Crew
Will Shotwell brings a world of experience to the water and to the classroom.
![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
![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
Varsity Volleyball & Girls' Varsity Basketball
A 2013 graduate, Morgan returned to Taft to lead both the varsity volleyball and girls' varsity basketball teams.
![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!
![Al Reiff]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1635791851/taft/tewpbefickuy54c6cowt/ReiffAl.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1635791851/taft/tewpbefickuy54c6cowt/ReiffAl.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1635791851/taft/tewpbefickuy54c6cowt/ReiffAl.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1635791851/taft/tewpbefickuy54c6cowt/ReiffAl.jpg","width":960}])
Head Coach
Boys' Varsity Cross Country
Al took the reins of the boys' varsity cross country team in the fall of 2021 after serving as an assistant for eight years.
![Marty Aspholm]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1634229792/taft/echndqfplj0rrph5d79r/newAspholmMartin.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1634229792/taft/echndqfplj0rrph5d79r/newAspholmMartin.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1634229792/taft/echndqfplj0rrph5d79r/newAspholmMartin.jpg","width":675}])
Head Coach
Boys' Varsity Crew
Martin brings a passion for developing student athletes and for competitive racing to the Taft crew program.
Head Coach
Boys' Varsity Basketball
Throughout his life and career, Shavar has been recognized as a leader, and celebrated for his sportsmanship.
Head Coach
Boys' Varsity Soccer
Ozzie is an award-winning coach who has earned tremendous respect both on and off the field. He was recently named 2016 Connecticut Large Prep School Coach of the Year.