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Athletics
TMS is committed to excellence in Athletics as a part of a larger commitment to excellence in Education. At TMS, athletics is an integral component of student life and we strive to provide an innovative and successful program. Read about the latest updates in Athletics at TMS.
Lower School Athletics
The Athletic Program at the Lower School has been full steam ahead during both the winter and spring terms. It has been an exciting couple of months as the teams continue to play for the first time in CISAA (Conference of Independent Schools Athletics Association) and we have had exponential participation from students across all grade levels.
Grade 2 Co-Curricular Basketball
With the implementation of co-curricular mornings, our Grade 3 and 4 students enjoyed co-Volleyball and Basketball two days a week. Now the spring term has provided an opportunity for our Grade 2s to hone their Basketball skills. This is thanks to added capacity with three coaches, which has meant us being able to add 10 more spots to the previous cap of 40 students. It is exciting to introduce younger students to these games, and get them excited for athletics.
Exciting Spring and Winter Season
The tail-end of the winter season featured a robust roster of teams competing at various levels. Two teams for U10 Boys Basketball (Grade 4); two teams of 14 for U12 Boys Basketball; and two teams of 13 for U12 Girls Volleyball (Grade 5 and 6).
The spring has an equally exciting line-up of teams. A total of 50 students from Grades 3 to 6 participated in a number of Track and Field events, played at various venues including York University, Pickering College and other independent schools. In addition, the U12 Girls Soccer team (Grades 5 and 6) participated in three tournaments at Trafalgar Castle School, TFS Toronto French School and Holy Trinity School.
Ultimate Frisbee Anyone?
New this year is the introduction of U12 Co-ed Ultimate Frisbee for Grade 5s and 6s. The sport hasn’t been played at the Lower School for almost a decade, and this year marks the first time it has been offered for students this age in CISAA history. The students were so excited by its introduction that we were able to make two complete teams.
To support the growth of Ultimate Frisbee, the sport has also been added to the Grade 4, 5 and 6 curriculum to help students better understand the sport and what it means to be a part of the team. While Grade 4s cannot try yet out for the team, the early exposure gives them many more athletic options in the future.
Overall, the teams have played in 21 tournaments across a multitude of sports. We are excited for a number of events in June, including our Annual Grade 4-6 Track and Field Day, our Grade 1-3 Play Day, and our Awards Assembly to celebrate the many talents across our sports. Go Titans!
Lower School Winter Term
U12 Girls Volleyball
Mrs. Nurse, Mr. Watson and Venom Volleyball Club
U10 Boys Basketball
Ms. Soo See and Elite Basketball
U12 Boys Basketball
Mr. Cordner and Elite Basketball
Lower School Spring Term
U12 Girls Soccer
Mrs. Nurse and Miss Milne
U12 Coed Ultimate Frisbee
Mr. Cordner, Mr. Enyedi and Mr. Haines
Grade 3-6 Track and Field Team
Mrs. Adams, Ms. Soo See, Ms. Rovazzi, Mr. Watson and Mrs. Brooksbank
Upper School Athletics
We had approximately 120 athletes participate in our Winter Athletic Season and represent TMS in CISAA competition. Our Titans did not disappoint in their perseverance, passion and performance skills displayed over the course of the long winter season. Tryouts and training commenced back in November, with CISAA Championships consolidating the season in late February. A majority of our teams earned play-off positions and some even a spot in the coveted final four championship tournaments. Our JR Girls Volleyball DIII team brought home the hardware, winning 2nd place and silver medals!
All of our athletes definitely deserve much credit and recognition for their athletic pursuit and desire to represent their school - truly showing what it means to be a Titan!
TMS offered the following CISAA Winter Team Sports in 2022-2023
SR Girls Volleyball DIII
Coached by Ms. Willis
JR Girls Volleyball DIII
Coached by Mr. Hill and Mr. Bisnauth
U14 Girls Volleyball DIII
Coached by Mr. Bohte
U14 Girls Volleyball DII
Coached by Ms. MacKay
SR Boys Basketball DIII
Coached by Mr. Walker
JR Boys Basketball DIII
Coached by Mr. Reynolds and Ms. Dickson
U14 Boys Basketball DII
Coached by Ms. Light and Mr. Moustafa
U13 Boys Basketball DII
Coached by Mr. McLafferty and Ms. Masoudi
U14 Curling
Coached by Ms. Abedini, Ms. Datt
SR Open Curling DI and DII
Coached by Mr. Alves, Ms. Abedini
Although we couldn’t recognize every specific athlete, we can say with confidence that all of our athletes are Titans at heart and did a fantastic job being ambassadors for TMS in the CIS community. On March 6th, we did recognize 1 MVP and 1 TITAN award recipient per team at our Winter Seasonal Team Awards Ceremony. Congratulations to the athletes below who earned a trophy for their outstanding performance and commitment over the past Season.
TMS Seasonal Athletic Award Descriptors
Award Description
Individual Team – Each coach will nominate 1 athlete per team that best meets the criteria stated for each award. These awards are presented at the end of each respective season during our Athletic Assembly.
MVP Award This award recognizes the most valuable player for each team. They demonstrate outstanding physical performance and are highly competent and consistent when executing sport-specific and fitness skills in competitive events.
Titan Award This award recognizes a player that is extremely coachable and an excellent team player. They demonstrate exemplary attitude, commitment and perseverance.