TJ’s philosophy of inclusivity means we encourage all students to participate in team and individual athletics. Middle School athletics are focused on skill building and participation; Upper School athletes compete and contribute to overall team success.
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Middle and Upper School students participate in at least one sport
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Student athletes compete on 17 Middle and Upper School teams.
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TJ students have earned All-State Honors in Tennis, Golf, Basketball, Swimming, Cross County, Track & Field, and Volleyball
“Our daughter decided to try basketball when she was a freshman. With her lack of experience, she wouldn’t have been able to play much at a larger school. At TJ, she received excellent coaching and a lot of on-court playing time. She realized talent she didn’t know she had, and ended her first season as one of the varsity starters.”
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Every five years, outstanding student-athletes, teams, and coaches are inducted into the Cavalier Hall of Fame.
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