| Athletics |
PhilosophyAn emphasis on athletics has been an integral part of the Linden Hill program since the school’s inception. The philosophy for athletic participation at Linden Hill is inclusive: everyone participates. Team sports provide students with discipline, a constructive outlet for releasing energy and teach students the value of working together in a collective effort. Many boys enjoyed little to no success in sports prior to arriving at Linden Hill and if given the choice would not choose team sports. Instruction from a coach that knows and understands the child makes the difference. Individual sports such as golf, fishing, and skiing are also introduced, instructed and encouraged. The common experience in athletics of working toward a goal develops social skills, gross motor skills, spatial awareness and the overall confidence and wellness that come from the repetition of daily exercise. |
Often, it is here at Linden Hill that a boy puts on a uniform and becomes part of a team for the first time. It is my part to ensure that they all have a great time when it comes to games. We might not be the best or the biggest but as long as we are learning and having fun, we achieve our goal. I start every practice and game with "What are we going to do today?" The boys answer, “FUN!” At the end of a game or practice, I ask, "What did we do today?" They answer, “We had fun!”
- JP Sanieski, Weekend Coordinator
