Upper School Winter Sports Season Recap

As our winter season comes to a close, we celebrate the hard work, growth, and competitive spirit shown by all of our student-athletes. From buzzer-beaters to championship runs, this winter was filled with progress, perseverance, and pride.
 

🏀 Boys Basketball

The Boys Basketball team showed tremendous growth from start to finish! The progress made over the course of the season was undeniable, as the players continued to develop their skills and compete with intensity.

The team earned a spot in the first round of the MSAC Tournament, taking on Newark Academy. 

It was a great final season for eighth graders Alex. B., Douglas B., David E., Christian G., Joseph H., Evan H., Hardy L., Thijs M., Antonio O., Cole P., and Aarav S.

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🏀 Girls Basketball

The Girls Basketball team finished undefeated in regular play and earned the #2 seed in the MSAC Tournament, starting off the tournament with two bye weeks.

They ultimately fell to Pingry in the semifinals, but not before playing one of their strongest and most competitive games of the season. Their growth, resilience, and teamwork were on full display when it mattered most.

Special shoutout to Norah C., Maggie D., and Reese L., for leading the team through an excellent season.

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🏒 Ice Hockey

The Ice Hockey team battled all season long, competing with heart and determination as they entered the tournament as the 4th seed.

They made an impressive run to the MSAC appearance, taking down #1 seed Pingry, and advancing to the Finals, where they faced Far Hills — a tremendous achievement.

Leadership and steady play from eighth grade captains Nolan B., Lorenzo C., Maddie F., Zander P., Alex S., Logan S., Grove S., Kamryn W., and Eva Z., helped guide the team throughout the winter.

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🏐 Volleyball

Volleyball continued its tradition of excellence, hosting the MSAC Tournament at home once again, and earned the #5 seed. The team advanced to the semifinals, where they fell to the #1 seed Newark Academy, showcasing some of the best volleyball we’ve seen at Peck in years.

This year’s group may have been the most well-rounded in decades — everyone could set, hit, and pass. Eighth graders Julietta A., Sofia K., Emma C., Layla S., Gianna S., and Gray S. showed confidence and readiness to take on bigger roles.

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🤼 Wrestling

Wrestling had a standout season with one of the largest and youngest teams in recent memory. The program welcomed the most girls it's ever had participated — an exciting sign of growth for the future!

The team finished the season strong, and earned 13 out of 27 medals in the MSAC Tournament hosted by Newark Academy.

Shoutout to the eighth graders on their final wrestling season: Adam S. and Gunnar S.

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🌟 Looking Ahead

This winter season was defined by development, leadership, and resilience. Spring sports will kick off Mon. March 2.