抖阴MAXs seeks to balance rigorous academic programs with opportunities for enrichment in athletics, the arts, and service. The focus on outstanding teaching and scholastic achievement is still at the heart of the school's mission. Fortunately, attainment in athletics also is an important part of our institutional heritage. At Choate, athletic excellence is judged not by a team's win-loss record, but by the skills, discipline, teamwork, sportsmanship, and dedication to improvement demonstrated by our athletes. Happily, the pursuit of these ideals--these "habits of excellence"--often results in winning efforts, as well.

 Joining the squash program at Choate entails becoming a part of a special tradition. As coaches we spend a lot of time developing winning ways on the court, but we are more concerned with fostering team identity, a strong work ethic, and a spirit of fair play. We place a great emphasis on player development. We are especially proud of the fact that many of our players are "homegrown" products; that is, even some of our most accomplished squash standouts started playing the game competitively while here at school. Choate fields six interscholastic squash teams each winter: three for boys and three for girls. There is also an intramural program in both the fall and spring which allows players to participate in year-round squash if they choose.

The squash season begins in November following the conclusion of the fall sports season with open tryouts for three boys’ teams: varsity, JV, and thirds. The varsity and JV squads train together, with a 75-minute on-court session and a 30-minute conditioning workout every day. The emphasis in the thirds program is developmental. The Choate teams travel widely in search of the strongest possible competition. The Wild Boars routinely meet the very best squads in New England and beyond in dual- and tri-match play. Choate also competes each year in the National High School Team Championships and the New England Interscholastic Squash Association Tournament, each in February.

We are fortunate to have ideal squash facilities for training and match play. The Johnson Athletic Center boasts ten glass-backed international courts with electronic, real-time scoring, a squash lounge, and ample gallery space above and behind each court. The two "show courts" feature state-of-the-art Armourcourt construction in pale shades of blue and gold--our school colors--as well as livestreaming video capability.