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Dalton Tigers Thriving in the Midst of Winter Season

The Dalton Tigers are off to an exceptional start this winter season, with strong performances from all of our Varsity teams. From impressive team records to individual successes, the Tigers continue to raise the bar as they move through this exciting winter season.
The Dalton Tigers are off to an exceptional start this winter season, with strong performances from all of our Varsity teams. 

The Girls Varsity Basketball team remains undefeated with an 11-0 record, including two impressive victories at the prestigious She Got Game Classic in Washington, D.C., an event featuring elite teams from across the country. The team, led by seniors Izzy Wesley and Nyla Blake-Soden, has extended its winning streak to a remarkable 49 games, dating back to the 2022-23 season. The Tigers are currently ranked No. 1 in Class A by the New York State Sportswriters Association.

The Boys Varsity Basketball team has had an impressive season so far, boasting a 9-1 record and currently tied for second place in the Ivy League. The team’s performance includes notable victories, highlighted by a championship win at the opening season Invitational tournament. Led by eight senior players, the Tigers showcase strong team chemistry and leadership, while junior Noah Khalid has emerged as a standout player, averaging 23 points per game.

The Varsity Indoor Track team has delivered notable performances during the league developmental meets, with many team members achieving personal bests. Highlights include junior Kannon Hunter setting a new school high jump record with a mark of 6'2". On the girls’ side, senior Corinna Moss reached a personal best with a jump of 4'7". Junior Jared Davis also set a school record in the 300-meter dash with a time of 36.93. The team anticipates continuing their progress at the next meet on Monday, January 13.

The Girls Varsity Squash team has begun the season with a 5-1 record, including a perfect 4-0 in league play. Lauren Nam’s fifth-game victory against Riverdale highlighted her undefeated individual record (4-0). Teammates Celine Ellis ’27 and Natalia Marquez ’26 have also made strong contributions, with Celine holding a 4-2 individual record and Natalia an impressive 5-1 record. The Boys Varsity Squash team holds a 3-2 overall record and a 2-1 league record, including a solid win against Poly Prep. Key contributors include Dylan Ellant ’27, who remains undefeated at the #1 seed, alongside Arjun Gill ’28 and Jack Korngold ’26, with all three boasting 4-0 individual records.

The Boys and Girls Varsity Swim teams are entering the core of their Ivy Prep League schedule. The Girls team began the season with a non-league victory against Friends Seminary. Both teams are now concentrating on preparations for the league and state championship meets in February, with swimmers striving to reach peak performance in the coming weeks. in the weeks ahead.

The Dalton Wrestling team showcased their skills in a tri-meet before Winter Break, securing decisive victories over The Martin Luther School (60-6) and the Lexington School for the Deaf (60-0). Key performances included pins by Stephan Leathers '26, Errol Henry '27, Jake Kleinhandler '27, and Luke Muratore '27. The team now focuses on upcoming league meets and the Martin Luther and Long Island Lutheran Wrestling Invitational tournaments.

As the winter sports season continues, we encourage all Dalton Tigers to join us for Warren Hines Night on Friday, January 31. It promises to be an exciting evening, showcasing the talents of our teams. For schedules and updates, visit the Dalton Athletics website. Go Tigers!
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