League/Schedule
Portsmouth Abbey is a member of the Eastern Independent League (EIL). The EIL provides Portsmouth Abbey student-athletes the opportunity for rigorous competition with schools of similar size and athletic philosophy. EIL member schools include Berwick Academy, Concord Academy, Dana Hall School, Newton Country Day, Pingree School and Winsor School. Non-League opponents include St. George's, Vermont Academy, Kimball Union Academy, Canterbury School, Kingswood-Oxford and Rye Country Day. Portsmouth Abbey Varsity Girls' Ice Hockey plays over 20 games a season and also participates annually in the highly regarded Pingree holiday tournament at the Pingree School. In the 2007-2008 season, the team finished with a record of 7-5 in the EIL, and 8-11 overall.
Coaching Philosophy
The Portsmouth Abbey Girls' Varsity Ice Hockey program fosters a healthy respect for coaches, officials, opponents, and the game itself. The program encourages students to reach their potential in the classroom as well as on the ice. Players are challenged to become better puck handlers, improve their tactical knowledge, and set individual goals to become team players. Practices are fast-paced and include many transitional drills, situations and space-restricted games. The coaches encourage players to participate in other sports, which helps develop their overall athleticism. The coaches also assist players who are interested in continuing to play ice hockey at the college level.
Contact
Portsmouth Abbey is looking for hard-working, goal-oriented, and enthusiastic student-athletes who are looking to develop their skills in the classroom and in the hockey rink. If you have any questions or need admissions information, please contact Ms. Christa McDougall or the Portsmouth Abbey School Admissions Office.
