Empowering Students to Excel
On and Off the Field

Dalton Athletics empowers students to develop athletic skills, physical fitness, and core values, such as commitment, teamwork, and sportsmanship, through a diverse range of sports. With over fifty interscholastic teams for 7th through 12th grades, our program encourages students to choose activities that align with their abilities and interests. Competing at the highest level, Dalton Athletics places a strong emphasis on teamwork, sportsmanship, and individual growth. We aim to inspire goal-setting, perseverance, leadership, and a lifelong appreciation for physical activity, equipping students with the tools to excel both in sports and in life.

Teams & Schedules

Fall Sports

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  • Cross Country

    VMS
  • Football

    VMS
  • Soccer (Boys)

    V JVA B
  • Soccer (Girls)

    VMS
  • Tennis (Girls)

    V JV
  • Volleyball (Girls)

    V JVA B

Winter Sports

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  • Basketball (Boys)

    V JVA B
  • Basketball (Girls)

    V JVA B
  • Indoor Track

  • Squash (Boys)

  • Squash (Girls)

  • Swimming

  • Wrestling

Spring Sports

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  • Baseball

    V JVA B
  • Lacrosse (Boys)

    VA B
  • Lacrosse (Girls)

    VMS
  • Softball

    VMS
  • Tennis (Boys)

    V JV
  • Track & Field

    VMS
  • Volleyball (Boys)

Recent Games

Featured News

Athletics News

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  • Historic Spring for Dalton Tigers

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  • Dalton Spring Teams Advance in NYSAIS Postseason - View Game Schedules

    It’s been an exciting week for Dalton Athletics with the Baseball, Softball, and Boys Volleyball teams all advancing to the semifinals of the NYSAIS Tournament.
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  • Dalton Track & Field Shines at Ivy Championships

    Congratulations to Varsity Track & Field on a stellar showing at the Ivy League Championships. Both the Boys and Girls teams earned 2nd place overall, marking the highest finish in program history for the Boys.
    Together, our Tigers scored a meet-high 207 combined points, more than any other team in the league.

Athletics on Social

Athletics At A Glance

Inside Athletics

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  • Photo of Teddy Frischling

    Teddy Frischling 

    Athletics Director and Director of Physical Education
  • Photo of Amber Atlas

    Amber Atlas 

    Assistant Director of Physical Education
  • Photo of Sam Bergen

    Sam Bergen 

    Assistant Director of Athletics
  • Photo of Kayla Hill

    Kayla Hill 

    Assistant Director of Athletics for Operations/Programming
  • Photo of Benjamin Hartmann

    Benjamin Hartmann 

    Athletics Operations and Programming Coordinator
  • Photo of Javier Jimenez

    Javier Jimenez 

    Certified Athletic Trainer
  • Photo of Brandon Lu Shing

    Brandon Lu Shing 

    Athletic Trainer & Fitness Center Manager
You can contact the Athletics Department at athletics@dalton.org or 212-423-4223.

Passionate & Experienced Coaches

Dalton’s athletic staff is made up of passionate and experienced coaches, many of whom have played or coached at the collegiate level. Beyond the school’s athletic success, Dalton coaches see sports as an extension of the school’s educational philosophy, incorporating The Dalton Plan into every aspect of the student-athlete experience. Committed to the growth and well-being of each student, they focus on creating a positive and balanced journey — instilling values like teamwork, sportsmanship, and integrity while helping students navigate the demands of academics, athletics, and personal development. This hands-on, student-centered approach is what makes Dalton’s athletic program truly special.

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  • Facilities

    Considered to be one of the finest indoor athletic complexes in Manhattan, Dalton’s state-of-the-art Physical Education Center is located at 200 East 87th Street. The 32,000 square-foot facility houses two gymnasiums, one that can accommodate up to five hundred spectators; a wrestling and aerobics room; a weight and fitness center; coaches’ offices; a sports medicine office; locker facilities and classrooms. The outdoor sports teams utilize the soccer and baseball fields, as well as track at Randall's Island.

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  • Athletic Training

    The Dalton Athletic Training staff is committed to promoting the health and well-being of our student-athletes. Our experienced, board-certified trainers specialize in preventing, diagnosing, treating, and rehabilitating injuries and medical conditions. Adhering to NYSPHSAA safety policies and working closely with physicians and families throughout the entire treatment process, the health and safety of our athletes are always our top priority. Dalton is proud to provide the highest standard of care, empowering student-athletes to perform at their best.

League Affiliations

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  • Ivy Preparatory School League

    Dalton is a proud member of the Ivy Preparatory School League, which upholds a commitment to academic and athletic excellence. As a member, Dalton follows the league’s by-laws, schedule, and code of conduct to ensure a respectful and competitive environment. The Ivy Preparatory School League includes:
    • The Collegiate School
    • The Dalton School
    • The Ethical Culture Fieldston School
    • The Hackley School
    • The Horace Mann School
    • Poly Prep Country Day School
    • The Trinity School
    • The Riverdale Country School
  • Ivy Preparatory School League Code of Conduct

    The Ivy Preparatory School League promotes good sportsmanship by student-athletes, coaches, and fans. We ask all spectators to respect the efforts of the players, coaches, and officials by cheering in a positive manner for their respective teams. At no time should spectators speak to participants, coaches, or officials in an athletic event. Profanity, racial or ethnic slurs, personal insults, fighting or other inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated and are grounds for removal from the site of competition. Also, the use of noisemakers is not permitted. Games should be competitive but, above all, fun and friendly for everyone.
  • NYSAIS

    Dalton is also a member in good standing of the New York State Association of Independent Schools Athletic Association (NYSAISAA), adhering to its guidelines and the NYSAISAA Commissioner’s Regulation for interscholastic competition. Guided by our School Mission and core values of teamwork, empathy, and fair play, Dalton also abides by the rules and regulations of additional league memberships, including the Metropolitan Independent Football League (MIFL) and the Manhattan Private Middle School League (MPMSL).

Grades K-3

53 East 91st Street, New York, NY 10128

Grade 4 & PE Center

200 East 87th Street, New York, NY 10128

Grades 5-12

108 East 89th Street, New York, NY 10128

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