Athletics
Interscholastic athletics are an essential part of the educational experience at Greensboro Day School. We view athletic competition as a chance for students to participate and achieve, build character and confidence, and to develop life skills that extend beyond the playing field. We offer nearly 40 teams, so every student has the opportunity to play.
Our program gives students the opportunity to build lasting friendships and develop the lifelong skills of teamwork, perseverance, and determination. Athletic competition allows students not only to strive for excellence, but also to develop the qualities of good character and sportsmanship.
Expectations for all our Bengal student-athletes are based on our Community Cornerstones of Respect, Kindness, Integrity, and Responsibility.
ATHLETICS BY THE NUMBERS
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Athletic Teams
With more than 40 teams, every student has the opportunity to play.
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Sports
Sports include baseball, basketball, cheerleading, cross country, field hockey, golf, lacrosse, soccer, swimming, tennis, track & field, and volleyball.
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Team and individual state championships
GDS has a strong tradition of excellence in athletics and is proud to have numerous conference and state titles in several different sports.
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Team and individual conference championships
GDS has a strong tradition of excellence in athletics and is proud to have numerous conference and state titles in several different sports.
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percent of students in grades 5–12 participate in at least one sport each year
Wide athletic participation is the norm at GDS, and our student-athletes also excel in academics and the arts.
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graduating seniors over the last five years have committed to playing sports in college.
Over the years, many of our graduates have gone on to compete beyond our campus in a wide variety of sporting activities.
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Full-time athletic trainers
We are proud to provide high quality sports medicine care to our student athletes through our staff of two full-time athletic trainers.
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Acre campus is home to some of the best athletic facilities in the Triad.
Our athletic facilities include three gyms, tennis courts, two playing fields, a baseball field, and a cross country course.
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News from Athletics
![Seven More Seniors Commit to College Athletics]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1713458303/greensborodayorg/hxrekkqxjy5cthbwf8x7/college-signing.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1713458303/greensborodayorg/hxrekkqxjy5cthbwf8x7/college-signing.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1713458303/greensborodayorg/hxrekkqxjy5cthbwf8x7/college-signing.jpg","width":800}])
Seven More Seniors Commit to College Athletics
On National Signing Day, April 17, we recognized seven seniors who will be competing at the collegiate level next year
![Jon Schner to Retire after 27 Years of Service]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1709665187/greensborodayorg/ljrhnisb6tjs8gbscp4f/schner-jon.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1709665187/greensborodayorg/ljrhnisb6tjs8gbscp4f/schner-jon.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1709665187/greensborodayorg/ljrhnisb6tjs8gbscp4f/schner-jon.jpg","width":800}])
Jon Schner to Retire after 27 Years of Service
Jon Schner, Assistant Athletic Director, Athletic Trainer, and Upper School PE Teacher, will retire at the end of the 2023–24 school year. Jon has served the GDS community with dedication and distinction as a full-time faculty member for 27 years.
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Tamara Thorpe ’15 Named PTAC Girls Basketball Coach of the Year
Varsity girls basketball coach Tamara Thorpe ’15 has been named PTAC Coach of the Year.
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Upper School Student-Athletes Recognized at 2024 Winter Sports Awards
Student-athletes in winter sports were recognized during an upper school assembly on February 26.
Coming Up
Proehlific Park
Calvary Day School
Tanglewood Park
Playing Fields - Field Hockey/Lacrosse - White Field
Greensboro Day School is a member of The Piedmont Triad Athletic Conference (PTAC) and the North Carolina Independent Schools Athletic Association (NCISAA).
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