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School Records & National Rankings Top the Winter Athletic Mid-Season

Several teams have tallied school records and national rankings at the mid-point of the winter season.

With the bulk of Inter-Ac play ahead, boys' basketball is 6-9 on the season. The team will also play two non-conference games as it heads to the PAISAA tournament. "Our goal has been to build a team identity centered on toughness and togetherness, especially when facing adversity," shared Coach Ryan Fitzpatrick. "I’m proud of the growth we’ve made in that area, and I am looking forward to finishing the season strong."

Girls' basketball tallied its first Inter-Ac win of the season over Penn Charter (51-33) on Jan. 13. The girls have also played past Villa Maria Academy (48-26) and Germantown Friends (40-34). Senior tri-captain Caitlin McCarthy has racked up 13 rebounds, six steals, and two blocks to date.  In December, the team traveled to Washington, D.C. for the She Got Game national tournament, where they played Orlando Christian Prep and The Miller School of Albemarle. The team's current record is 6-7.

It has been a challenging season for ice hockey as the dedicated squad has played eight games, including the much-anticipated showdown against rival The Haverford School at the start of the holiday break. The team has tied Holy Ghost Prep (2-2), The Hill School (2-2), and Springside Chestnut Hill Academy (3-3). EA dropped its game against Haverford (2-5)."Led by senior captains Max Godshall and Brian Lee, the team has incorporated a number of new players into the mix," explained Coach Steve Schuh, Hon. "Liam Gabe '28 has provided outstanding play in the net behind a solid defense corps.  As we move into the second half of the season, the team looks to continue to gel and make a run at the league playoffs."  

Boys' squash started the season with a #8 national ranking. "Keeping with EA squash tradition, we deliberately stacked the front half of our schedule to measure ourselves against the very best in the country," said Coach Lyall Patterson. "We stand 8-3 and now strive to go undefeated through to Nationals." The home opener against #1 Brunswick Academy proved to be a thrilling match that ended in a  4-3 loss. At the MASA District Championships, the boys lost a tight match against Haverford (4-3) in the finals. The boys swept The Lawrenceville School (7-0) and Malvern Prep (7-0) on Thursday, Jan. 15. The remainder of the season is packed with high-level competition. "We have five regular-season matches remaining before the National Championships in February to close out our year," said Coach Patterson. "At Nationals, we aim to continue building on our streak of top eight finishes and beat our seeding for the 5th consecutive year: This year, we’ve conceived a top-4 finish. Now it’s time to believe it and achieve it!"

Girls' squash sits 7-1 overall on the season, and 2-0 in Inter-Ac play with wins over Penn Charter (7-2), The Baldwin School (6-3), and Lawrenceville (4-3). At the MASA District Championship in December, the girls played to third, beating Lower Merion School District and Baldwin. EA girls' squash is ranked #8 nationally as it heads into the remainder of a rigorous Inter-Ac schedule and the U.S. High School Team Squash Championships in February. "The group is coming together well and understands they can do great things together as a team for EA squash!" said Coach Demer Holleran. 

Despite some swimmers and divers being sidelined with injuries, boys' and girls' swimming and diving are making the most of their season. The boys kicked off the new year with a win against The Hill School (103-72). In a spirited meet against Germantown Academy, GA earned victories on both sides. Highlights included standout performances by Franke Pennay '27, who won both the 50 and 100 freestyle. The 200 free relay swam to first place (Frankie, Charlie Smith '27, Derek Wan '28, and Tyler Mantash '26). On the diving boards, Sean Reagle '27 has provided valuable wins and steady scoring, helping round out the team’s overall performance.

On the girls' side, 8th grader Madison Suchecki broke the pool record at The Hill School in the 500 free (4:53.85), earning her a #1 PA ranking. The girls won the meet (117-64). Madison also set a new EA record in the 100 breaststroke (1:03.68), beating Erica Acuff Erndl's '96 record that has stood since 1994. Joyce Liu '27 won the 200 free during the GA meet while Madison swept the 200 IM and 100 breaststroke. The 400 free relay (Siena Scungio '27, Ivie Enakhimion '26, Joyce, and Madison) swam to first place. Despite strong performances and fast racing, GA edged the girls' team (108-73). EA has consistently captured wins in the 200 medley relay and 200 freestyle relay with key contributions from Siena, Campbell Mulhern '28, Caroline Quinn '30, Kira Haebler '29, Julia Surovcik '28, and others. On the boards, Emme Tabasso '30 has been a steady point-scorer, earning diving victories and adding important team momentum.

"At the midpoint of the season, EA continues to demonstrate balance across events, growing depth, and a commitment to racing hard for one another," said Coach Brian Kline, Hon. "With individual leaders emerging, relays firing on all cylinders, and divers contributing consistently, both programs are well-positioned for a strong second half of the season as championship meets approach."

Boys' track and field has competed in a handful of meets, including at Lehigh University, the University of Pennsylvania, and the Kevin Dare Invitational at Penn State University. School records have been set in several events, and three sprinters have earned state and national rankings. "Looking ahead, we have a few more meets at Penn, including the Penn Relays Winter Showcase," said Coach Zach Richards, Hon. "Then we'll be back to Penn State for the Indoor State Championship meet on March 1st!" 

Notable performances:

  • Kaleb Young '28 ran 48.92 in the 400m, #3 all-time in PA for a sophomore. 
  • Abaas Hunter '26 ranks #1 in PA in the 400m (47.86) and #2 in PA in the 200m (21.66).
  • Curtis Conner '26 ranks #5 in PA in the 3000m (8:56.13). 
  • Jahmir Brown '26  ranks #10 in PA in the 200m (22.34). 
  • 4x400m relay team of Jahmir Brown, Kaleb Young, Faheem Outland '29, and Abaas Hunter, top five in PA.
  • Grant Bowman '28 (10th-grade) cleared 12'  in the Pole Vault.

School records:

  • Abaas Hunter - 400m (47.86).
  • Jayden Waters '26 - 60m Hurdles (8.94). 
  • Jahmir Brown, Kaleb Young, Faheem Outland, and Abaas Hunter broke the 4x400m relay record. 

Both the sprint and distance squads are off to a strong start to the indoor season for girls' track and field. The girls have raced at Penn State, Alvernia University, Lehigh University, and Penn.  "We have a great mix of veterans and those new to the team," said Coach John Goens, Hon. "Both Tatym Tucker '27 and Kamille Patrick '29 are ranked in the top 50 in our home league, the DVGTCA, which consists of roughly 100 public and private schools."

The 4x400m relay has qualified for the league’s “Meet of Champions”, and the 4x200m quartet (Kamille, Co-Captain Ryann Newcomb '26, Co-Captain Sofia Gagliardi '26, and Jenille Goring '28) qualified for the PA State Indoor Championships at the Kevin Dare Invitational. "There is still work to be done as the girls will look to move up in the state rankings table in the relay events and with opportunities to compete at both Penn and Lehigh on the horizon, and secure a second State Champs spot in the 4x400," said Coach Goens.

Distance runner Olivia Melson '29 put up early-season times in the 800m (2:32) and 400m (1:04). "Faith Varga '27 led off the heat winning 4x800m relay at The Kevin Dare Invitational with a superb split of 2:32. Hannah Todd and Maeve Martinelli ran their indoor track personal best in the mile along with Caroline Moran in the 800m.

School records:

  • Ava Cavanaugh '27 - 400m (56.7), 800m (2:11.25), U.S. #1 for juniors, and PA #1.
  • Kendra Williamson '27 is currently ranked U.S. #1 for juniors in the 3k.

"We also had some huge performances from Ava Cavanaugh '27 and Kendra Williamson '27," beamed Coach Eric Mundy. "Kendra ran one of the best doubles [mile & 3k] of her career at the Kevin Dare Invitational. Both girls have qualified for the PA State Indoor Championship meet and the New Balance and Nike Indoor Nationals. This group will only improve as the season continues!"

With half of the season behind them, the wrestling team is seizing the momentum of its success. The squad tallied wins against Academy of New Church (48-30), the Westtown School (50-24), SCH (46-33), and Phoenixville Area High School (57-6). Over the holiday break, the team competed in three tournaments, including the Howdy Duncan Holiday Tournament, where they finished in ninth place out of 31 teams. Ten EA grapplers qualified for the second day, with five quarterfinalists. Mason Pacitto '28 and Jack Signor '26 were crowned champions. Mason earned 6th place at The Prep Slam tournament in Atlanta. On Saturday, Jan. 18, Mason and Jack also won at the Brunswick Invitational. Senior captain Jack Signor earned his 100th career win during the Westtown match.