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The Game Changer...A 21st Century Vision for the Ranney Scholar-Athlete

M I S S I O N - P RO M I S ERanney School is dedicated to engaging its students in an exemplary, well-rounded

education, one that promotes the development of every child’s intellectual, personal,

creative, and moral promise. By serving a diverse community that values a rigorous, wide-ranging

program of study, Ranney students are inspired to reach their full potential. Guided by dedicated and

compassionate professionals, the Ranney experience is distinguished by the heartfelt bond between

student and teacher — the hallowed principle celebrating the unique nature of every child. In an

environment with contemporary learning resources, students learn the value of contributing to their

local and global communities through leadership and service. The school’s

motto — Knowledge, Vision, Honor — is as much an inspiration as it is a social imperative, one

that informs the thinking and actions of our students. Awakening students’ intellectual potential and

encouraging them to communicate with con dence in their own unique voice remains fundamental

to the Ranney experience. The ultimate success of our students is the result of a simple yet powerful

mission-promise…every child will be known and valued.

A t h l e t i c v i s i o nRanney School’s athletic program envisions athletics as an equal part of academic life and the school’s

mission. The Athletic Department strives for excellence by creating an environment that unites

academic excellence with achievement in athletic competition, sportsmanship, commitment and

dedication. Ranney accomplishes this by offering its scholar-athletes the highest quality athletic

experience; one that brings to young athletes the necessary skill development and builds upon these

skills each year until the athlete is prepared for the highest levels of competition. This excellence is

achieved by maintaining the highest quality facilities, developing an elite coaching staff, and instilling

a competitive athletic spirit. Participation in athletics is a privilege that carries with it

responsibilities to the school, to the sport and, most importantly, to the students themselves. Ranney

also places an emphasis on the value of community, which teaches the principles of pursuing victory

with honor while being nurtured in a student-centered, athlete-centered environment. The

winning attitude that results — coupled with successes — creates an overall tradition of

excellence at Ranney School.

To our Ranney family,Since the school’s establishment in 1960, Ranney School has embraced the belief that healthy and active bodies lead to healthy and strong minds. The importance of active play combined with successful studies became competitively signifi cant here when Russell Ranney invested in the school’s fi rst track. Shortly after in 1974, growth of the school continued and an interest in sports called for the addition of a new athletic facility that boasted an indoor pool and full-sized gymnasium.

Now, with 25 Upper School interscholastic athletic teams, 14 Middle School interscholastic teams and seven club sports, Ranney’s athletic facility known as the Gerhard Pavilion for Athletics has expanded to include a weight center, training room, digital timing systems in its Aquatic Center, and an indoor climbing wall. Ranney’s athletic facilities have expanded outside of the building as well, as its original track and fi eld — now named the Guidone Track and the Karagiankis Field — boasts synthetic surfaces that meet the demands of competitive students. Other playing fi elds span almost half of the school’s acreage and include soccer and baseball fi elds as well as a fi ve-court Kelly Tennis Center.

Through tremendous community support, Ranney School has raised millions of dollars for infrastructure, a demonstration of the inspiration that comes from extraordinary work by the school’s Board of Trustees and the school’s leadership. Investment in facilities and the development of the scholar-athlete has led to Panther success on the fi elds, courts and in the pool. Most recently, the addition of a lacrosse wall, four new crew shells and renovated state-of-the-art Aquatics Center with a new bulkhead and starting blocks has put Ranney at the forefront of all New Jersey independent schools.

Evolution seen over the years is a direct result of planning strategically, confronting challenges and pursuing opportunities. Now, the school has reached unprecedented enrollment growth, supporting an even more advanced athletic program. In short, the arrival of where we are today has been in the planning stages for many years, reaffi rming the school’s commitment to educate the whole child and to provide opportunities that are truly distinctive. The building blocks of success are positioned in incremental transformation, and that kind of process has led us to this new day, which we can now greet with confi dence.

Panthers are proud champions in basketball, soccer, tennis, fencing, track and fi eld, crew and swimming and are also honored scholars. Ranney School and its scholar-athletes have earned distinguished recognition throughout New Jersey, with many gaining membership on teams at Division I colleges based on athleticism developed here, the home of the Ranney Panthers.

Ranney athletes are ready for the next level of competitive challenges. Through growth, commitment and excellent coaching, the school has risen to new heights and was accepted into the Shore Conference in the spring of 2011. This well-earned acceptance caught the attention of Athletic Departments across both Monmouth and Ocean Counties, who joined in celebration with the school. It was, indeed, a great day to be a Panther!

As the athletic program, its teams and its coaches eagerly await full-time divisional play in the Shore Conference next fall, the Athletic Department has a vision. This vision includes the pursuit of athletic excellence through participation in a high-quality athletic program centered on commitment, dedication, hard work, preparedness and competitiveness. A renowned sense of community will also reinstate the notion of pursuing victory with honor. The Ranney athlete will be prepared both physically and mentally as the Department embarks on a year-round training program aimed at giving its athletes the edge that is often needed. Also included will be a school-wide Lower to Upper School athletic program, complete with new interscholastic and intramural opportunities for students of all ages.

Athletic excellence will be achieved through a new Strategic Plan, which has been developed by both members of the coaching staff and a dedicated group of Ranney parents. Future success will be brought to campus with renewed Panther Pride from a community that supports every scholar-athlete, an updated and state-of-the-art athletic training program, a year-round strength and conditioning program and excellent coaching.

On behalf of Director of Athletics Thomas Moriau, all members and coaches of the Athletic Department, and parents serving on the Athletic-PTAC, we are proud to present this plan to you. This plan has been a collective effort, months in the making, one that will signifi cantly impact the life of the school, bringing us one step closer to making our 21st century vision a reality.

Lawrence S. Sykoff, Ed.D.Head of School

Patricia Lee MarshallAssociate Head for Academic Administration

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The qualities of scholarly excellence that emerge within students at Ranney School are those qualities that begin to de ne them as a “whole.” Such attributes as Knowledge, Vision, Honor, along with perseverance, dedication, determination, commitment, optimism, poise and ability, de ne a Ranney School graduate in the mind, body and spirit.

A true scholar possesses a combination of each of these attributes. After years of study and training, and with mentorship from teachers, the mind of a scholar matures and nds purpose in knowledge to develop unique thought.

Like the scholar, the athlete abides by the same guiding principles, which after years of training, practice, preparation and positive coaching, are ready to be blended together to achieve mastery and success.

A combination of scholarship and athleticism is an attainable union; reserved for a dedicated student who excels both in the classroom and on the eld, and whose capacities, fostered through training and talent, enable him/her to perform at the highest level.

It is the word “scholar-athlete” that not only speaks of the nature of a student’s abilities, but also of the nurturing of a student’s talents - a partnership in study and training, mentoring and coaching, development and strength, awakening and enlightenment, encouragement and cheer. At his/her peak performance level, the scholar-athlete strives for superior academic success and athletic achievement, resulting in personal victories, team wins and school championships. Through leadership, personal growth and team accomplishment, Ranney scholar-athletes de ne the community with their spirit and pride.

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Eric Abraham Jordan ’21

Mitchell Ansell Carly ’14

Michael Arnone Luke ’19

Lori Billyard Caroline ’17

Adam Buchman Julian ’21

Brian Buckelew Jake ’21

John Crilly Kate ’16 Jack ’19 Tara ’20

Thomas Gavin Ethan ’19 Sophie ’21

Ronald Geraghty Ronald ’14 James ’16 Katherine ’19

Peter Gerhard Peter ’15 Madison ’18

Dr. Christopher Johnson Anna Rose ’08 Christopher ’11 Alessandra ’14 Robert ’17

Jerry Mahoney Gabriella ’15 Joseph ’17 Marissa ’17

Joseph Murphy Alexandra ’14 Joseph ’14

Michael Oster Aidan ’21 Devin ’22 Dylan ’24

Christian ’18 Jett ’22

Alec ’11 Madison ’14

David Poupard Juliana ’17 Ava ’21

Kenneth Redman Cole ’19 Trent ’21 Emilia ’23

Mark Rohl Remi ’15 Peri ’16

Chester Romano Matthew ’21 Andrew ’23

Michael Stamer Hannah ’16 Samantha ’19

Dr. Matthew Tobin Mollie ’16

Dr. John Wilgucki J.D. ’07 Molly ’09 Grace ’15

Barbara Bongiovanni Physical Education, MS tennis

Neila Buday Athletic Trainer

Brian Dolan Physical Education, MS boys’ soccer, MS swimming, varsity baseball

Anna Lazic Athletic Administrative Assistant, MS tennis

Eileen McEnery

hockey, MS girls’ basketball,

Ian McNamara Physical Education, Lower School Activities Coordinator, varsity girls’ soccer, MS boys’ basketball, varsity and MS golf

Thomas Moriau Director of Athletics, varsity girls’ basketball, varsity softball

Alexis Snyder Physical Education, MS girls’ soccer, MS girls’ basketball, varsity girls’ lacrosse

Emmett Walling Director of Aquatics, varsity boys’ and girls’ swimming

Jessica Atwood Lower School Faculty, varsity softball

Heidi Bonney Upper School Faculty, JV girls’ tennis

Jaclyn Camb Middle School Faculty, MS softball

Christel Contrera Varsity tennis

Noel Delgado, Ph.D. Upper School Dean of Students,

cross country

Michael Dunn Upper School Faculty, varsity golf

Rosemarie Grippo

hockey, MS girls’ lacrosse

Nancy King Lower School Faculty, MS and

country

Michael Ling Middle School Faculty, varsity boys’ soccer, MS baseball

Daniel Lippiello Upper School Faculty, varsity baseball

Christopher Payne ’04 Upper School Faculty, varsity cross country, squash club, varsity golf

Christine Repoli Upper School Faculty, crew

Tyler Schmelz Varsity boys’ basketball

Rebecca Sullivan Middle School Faculty, MS girls’ soccer, MS softball

Joseph Tweed Director of Admissions & Financial Aid, varsity boys’ lacrosse

Athletic Parent Teacher Advisory Council

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Development of the Lower School Athletic ProgramChair: Ian McNamara; Physical Education, Lower School Activities Coordinator

Ranney’s Lower School athletic program serves as the foundation of the school’s overall athletic program. The Athletic Department strongly believes in the need to develop young athletes who practice responsible social behaviors, strive for academic success, and appreciate personal health and tness. Proper attitude, work ethic, dedication and commitment originate from the Lower School’s Physical Education curriculum, which encompasses all grades, Beginners through ve, and offers upper elementary athletes the opportunity to take part in interscholastic competition.

Sports provide a “practice eld” for adult life, presenting children with fun and engaging ways to discover life’s valuable lessons. Although the Lower School athletic program is driven by a desire to become winners, it is not one of “win at all costs.” Instead, it generates a positive and inviting climate that enables children involved in sports to enjoy themselves while reaching their fullest potential on the eld. Participating on a sports team also instills in children an important sense of community, and offers lessons on both competitive play and general “rules” of the playing eld.

Athletic development in students at this level stems from an equal distribution of Physical Education, after-school programs and summer programming, all of which promise a more advanced set of skills and a unique competitive experience.

Athlete Standards Chair: Joseph Tweed; Director of Admissions & Financial Aid

Ranney is committed to the development of its young men and women as scholar-athletes. By de nition, a “scholar-athlete” excels in the classroom as well as on the athletic eld, and Ranney School provides the ideal venue for this growth. Scholar-athletes at Ranney are leaders, whose participation in competitive sports furthers their understanding of commitment, dedication, and the teamwork needed to nd lifelong success.

While the scholar-athlete may seem in abundance in today’s society, he/she is actually in rare form. Although scholars and athletes reach their peak potential at different age levels, it is not until one combines the characteristics of each that he/she will achieve ultimate success. Research suggests that scholars mature more slowly in such areas as the humanities, but a bit faster in such technical applications as sharpness of eye and depth of understanding. Athletes, on the other hand, tend to discover their potential at a relatively young age, and reach a peak performance level in most sports by their early twenties. Thus, it is during a Ranney athlete’s Middle and Upper School career that the mastery of both athletics and academics overlap, and success can truly be fostered and achieved.

National statistics suggest that athletes perform signi cantly better in the classroom than their non-athlete peers and that much of the self-con dence needed to overcome hurdles can be developed on the practice eld. For this reason, Ranney School rmly believes that a well-organized sports program, coupled with a rigorous academic curriculum, is the perfect match for success. Ranney hopes to maintain a program that is sound in purpose and performance, and will further each students’ educational maturity.

Athletic ChargesIn alignment with the school’s mission and athletic vision, the Athletic Department seeks to build upon seven major goals that successfully use the talents of those Ranney athletes in pursuit of achieving the same accomplishments attained within the classroom. In doing so, the Athletic Department is committed to the following charges:

“Little Panther Scholar-Athletes”

“The Panther Athlete is a Scholar-Athlete”

The Year-Round Athlete and the Athletic Performance ProgramChair: Neila Buday; Athletic Trainer

The success of any athlete on the eld has much to do with what he/she does between games. Scholar-athletes must train and prepare for their sport more than just during its competitive season. Ranney’s coaches are dedicated to encouraging and promoting year-round participation through sport-speci c training sessions, along with a sound strength and conditioning program. Engaging in continued workouts and exhibiting healthy habits in terms of diet, sleep, study and social life all play an important role in athletic success. Ranney School believes that athletic excellence goes hand-in-hand with a suitably designed training program. A successful program, both athletically and academically, sets high standards distinguished by dedicated students, coaches, parents, teachers and administrators who work together towards excellence. This is the goal at Ranney School: success with honor.

A properly designed strength and conditioning program takes athletes one step closer to the superior performance desired. Dynamic training programs give athletes an organized “plan of action” during workouts, emphasizing correct technique, mental toughness, discipline and total effort. Programs are functional, safe, and realistic, challenging athletes to consistently improve athleticism with an attitude of hard work and building athletes who are stronger, quicker, more agile and more resistant to injury. Ranney athletes will improve mentally as well as physically with focused training of the body and the mind, and also develop into well-rounded citizens.

A strong training program yields a winning edge for the athlete and the advancement of a year-round sports program at Ranney is a de nitive step towards reaching its goal of athletic excellence. Through hard work and determination, as well as with the cooperation of coaches, scholar-athletes, parents and teachers, championship performance can be accelerated at Ranney School.

Coaching Pro les & Standards Chair: Thomas Moriau; Director of Athletics

Many Ranney students excel in the classroom and on the eld. Just like the champion student, the champion athlete evaluates his/her own performance and does what is needed to become more competitive. This perfect union of academics and athletics is made possible through years of training, discipline and dedication. It is also made possible by excellent coaching. Athletic coaches are inspired teachers, skilled leaders and trusted mentors, who use the lessons of the playing eld to assist their students in becoming better athletes, better sportsmen and better citizens.

Athletics is a vital part of the Ranney experience, and Ranney coaches have the unique opportunity to teach and train students from an early age, giving them every chance of becoming champions. At Ranney, a student’s athletic career begins quite early, spanning from RSPA Panther Cubs through the end of Upper School and ultimately - for some - ending at the Division I, II or III collegiate level. Teaching athletic fundamentals and strategy is necessary, no matter what sport.

The coach provides leadership in terms of showing a relationship between effort, performance and rewards, engaging the athlete in appropriate practice activities, allowing the overall development of fundamental skills, and providing speci c strategies for game situations.

Ranney coaches are educators who believe the practice eld to be an extension of the classroom. They promote the mission of Ranney’s interscholastic experiences and after-school activity programs to enrich each student’s overall educational experience. They are passionate about sports and know that many of life’s most important lessons are learned on the playing eld. A strong athletic culture allows individuals to reach beyond what they thought capable, both in and out of the classroom.

It is essential to set the tone for coaching excellence and attract and retain the most highly quali ed and mission-appropriate coaches. Ranney is committed to creating an athletic environment where every child is known, valued and has the best opportunity to become a champion in his/her own right. This framework of athletic excellence will help students to pursue a common goal as a team, strive toward individual success and, ultimately, achieve personal growth.

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Prevention, Treatment & Rehabilitation of InjuriesChair: Neila Buday; Athletic Trainer

The health and well-being of scholar-athletes is of the upmost importance. For this reason, Ranney School is dedicated to providing all with proper care, the most up-to-date methods of treatment and the most innovated means of rehabilitation. The sports medicine/athletic therapy program provides a valuable service to over 400 Middle and Upper School athletes at Ranney. Consistent with the mission of Ranney School and the vision of the Ranney athletic program, the sports medicine/athletic therapy philosophy is to help every Ranney scholar-athlete reach his/her fullest potential. Ranney strives to encourage athletic excellence in a healthy manner in order to return scholar-athletes to the playing venue as quickly and safely as possible. This will occur by using quality healthcare professionals, primarily an on-site staff Certi ed Athletic Trainer (ATC). The nationally- certi ed and state-licensed Athletic Trainer will provide injury and emergency care and management, primary injury evaluation, orthopedic evaluation, injury prevention, and will conduct on-site rehabilitation based on physician guidance.

Athletic Excellence Takes Dedication From the Entire CommunityChair: Dr. Noel Delgado; Upper School Dean of Students

If Knowledge, Vision, Honor are the building blocks of a Ranney education, than Panther Pride is the driving force that brings the school to life. School spirit within an educational institution makes up the backbone of its structure. The Athletic Department understands the value of Panther Pride and school spirit. Panther Pride energizes the school, makes athletic events “packed house” events, and inspires students to participate in activities with an ongoing, positive attitude.

In fact, spirit is characterized by student participation in all school activities. Attendance by students, teachers, and parent constituents at school functions demonstrates a sense of pride in accomplishments, which motivate students, faculty, and staff to establish and meet expectations of excellence. Attendance also develops an understanding and appreciation of the rich traditions established by former students.

A strong school spirit and atmosphere will be the guiding principles as students help one another respect, encourage and support each other no matter what their age across the divisions. School spirit is about rallying together as a group and sharing pride with others. It involves a strong emotional connection with all divisions and impacts children of all ages.

The Role of the Academic Community in Advancing the AthleteChairs: Emmett Walling; Director of Aquatics & Barbara Bongiovanni; Physical Education

Ranney School is committed to helping scholar-athletes reach their academic, athletic and career goals. Achievement, participation and maintaining a high level of athletic commitment along with academic performance are vital to athletic success.

The Athletic Department will enhance methods in assisting the scholar-athlete by providing a culture where athletics is student-centered. Its overall commitment to academic excellence and compliance to meet state regulations will help scholar-athletes realize their potential in achieving success.

While, the mission of the academic community is to promote and support the scholar-athlete in academic endeavors, the athletic program motivates and also assists scholar-athletes as they make the transition from their educational journey at Ranney School to college life and beyond.

“Sports Medicine/Athletic Therapy”

“Panther Pride, a Competitive Spirit”

“Scholarship & Athletics on the Ranney Campus”

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sThe Ranney School Athletic Hall of Fame recognizes and honors former Ranney athletes, past and present coaches and other members of the Ranney community who have made a positive contribution to the athletic program. These contributions have been of high caliber and have brought credit to Ranney School and the Athletic Department.

2011 Inductees Justin Alpert ’02 Doug Borton ’84 Chuck Johnson ’85 Charles Kromann ’01 Michael Molina ’03 Lynn Shelton ’01 Lawrence S. Sykoff, Ed.D. Head of School Arthur Wu ’95

2010 Inductees David Capezza ’01 Amy Fass ’98 John Jaravata ’01 Michael Kaplan ’98 Phillip Kurdyla ’94 Lindsay Minerva ’05 Alexandra Salani ’05 Emmett Walling Director of Aquatics Shaddy Younan ’91 Zyad Younan ’91

2009 Inductees Franklin Austin ’88 Eugenie Edwards ’88 Justin Fernandez ’01 Donald Hicks ’87 Irene Bolante Paulus ’96 John Petrillo ’96 Tracy Greenberger Schwartz ’93

The Scholar-Athlete Award is given to two seniors, one male and one female, who have achieved outstanding success in their academic and athletic endeavors. Through their leadership, personal growth and accomplishments, these

recipients de ne the community with their spirit and pride. 1988 / ’89 Marc Lore Courtney Schlisserman

1989 / ’90 Adam Hsieh Andrea Rosen

1990 / ’91 David Clayton Marlee Napurano

1991 / ’92 Keith Freeman Anjali Palav

1992 / ’93 Asaad Samra Elaina Loizou

1993 / ’94 Phillip Kurdyla Laura Phillips

1994 / ’95 Kedar Mate Olivia Cheo

1995 / ’96 Rolando Villanueva Irene Bolante

1996 / ’97 Dan Katz Denise Wahba

1997 / ’98 Salem Samra Christine Lui

1998 / ’99 Clarke Savolaine Marissa Congemi

1999 / ’00 Vijay Sundaram Dana Petrillo

2000 / ’01 Justin Fernandez Elizabeth Guli

2001 / ’02 Ali ya Rangwala Justin Alpert

2002 / ’03 Gina Jannone Michael Molina

2003 / ’04 Mary Carnesale Rohit Nagpal

2004 / ’05 Ryan Salinas Lindsay Minerva

2005 / ’06 Samantha Halpern Greg Guidone

2006 / ’07 Anuj Shah Kate Fitzgerald

2007 / ’08 Anna Rose Johnson John Gale

2008 / ’09 Aaron Absatz Kelly Harmon

2009 / ’10 Christopher Tomasetta Mary Breton

2010 / ’11 Stephen Triano Charlotte Fleming

Each year, the New Jersey Independent School Athletic Association (NJISAA) receives 60 nominees from New Jersey schools for the prestigious Scholar-Athlete Award. The organization awards this special distinction to one male and one female in the state who demonstrates academic and athletic excellence.

Ranney School Award Winners Christopher Tomasetta ’10 Greg Guidone ’06 Lindsay Minerva ’05 Justin Fernandez ’01

Panther Athletics Hall of Fame

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2009•Varsity girls’ tennis

2008 •Varsity girls’ tennis - (3rd Singles)

2006•Varsity girls’ cross country•Varsity girls’ soccer•Varsity girls’ tennis- (Four individual awards)

2010•Varsity boys’ fencing- (Individual awards) 2009•Varsity girls’ tennis - New Jersey State Champions•Varsity girls’ tennis- (3rd Singles, 1st Doubles, and 2nd Doubles)•Varsity boys’ fencing (Individual awards)

2008•Varsity track & eld- (Male High Jump; Female Long Jump)•Varsity girls’ tennis- (3rd Singles)

2007•Varsity girls’ tennis- (Two awards- 2nd Doubles)

2006•Varsity girls’ tennis- (One award in Singles and two in Doubles)

2010•Varsity boys’ swimming- (Individual awards in 50 Freestyle, 300 Freestyle and Freestyle Relay)

2009•Varsity girls’ cross country•Varsity girls’ swimming- (200 Freestyle relay)•Varsity track & eld- (High Jump & Long Jump)

2008•Varsity girls’ tennis•Varsity boys’ soccer•Varsity swimming- (First place- 500 Freestyle)•Varsity track & eld- (First place- Long Jump)

2006•Varsity girls’ soccer•Varsity girls’ cross country•Varsity boys’ tennis

2005•Varsity softball•Varsity girls’ basketball

2011•Boys’ soccer•Girls’ soccer•Girls’ basketball

2010•Boys’ basketball

2009 •Boys’ basketball•Girls’ soccer

2008•Boys’ soccer

2006 •Boys’ soccer

2005 •Girls’ basketball

2010 •Varsity girls’ basketball

2009 •Varsity girls’ basketball

2008 •Varsity boys’ basketball

2006 •Varsity girls’ basketball

2005 •Varsity girls’ basketball

2011•Girls’ tennis•Girls’ soccer•Boys’ and girls’ cross country•Boys’ and girls’ swimming

2010•Boys’ and girls’ swimming

2006 •Girls’ tennis

2011 •Boys and girls

2010•Boys and girls

2009 •Girls

2011•Varsity epee fencing squad- New Jersey State Champions

2010•Varsity girls’ tennis

2009•Varsity girls’ tennis

2008 •Varsity girls’ tennis

2010 •Michael Ling; boys’ soccer- 100th varsity coaching victory

2006 •Thomas Moriau; girls’ basketball- 300th varsity coaching victory

2005•Thomas Moriau; Director of Athletics

NJISAA Division Prep ‘B’ State Champions

Central Jersey Athletic League (CJAL)MS Champions

Undefeated SeasonsMiddle School

NJISAA State Champions

New Jersey Patriot Conference Champions

Panther Classic Champions

Ranney MS Swim Invitational Champions

New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA) Non-Public ‘B’ South Sectional Champions

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Star-Ledger Prep Coach of the Year

The most visible evidence of Ranney’s outstanding athletics program is the Gerhard Pavilion for Athletics. Not only was it one of the rst buildings established on campus, but this 33-year-old facility is also the one piece of Ranney history that all students share. It

is the place that binds students together – from grade to grade, and generation to generation.

Whether students received their rst swimming instruction in its 25-meter pool, or were taught how to bounce a basketball there for the rst time, the Gerhard Pavilion plays an integral part in every Ranney students’ education.

The walls of the Gerhard Pavilion hold over 97 championship banners; it is where the annual faculty-student basketball game is played each year, where over 34,000 Physical Education classes have been held, and where, in 1979, the varsity boys’ basketball team played its rst game on the new court. That same year, the team went on to dominate in its division, won its rst invitational basketball tournament, and for the rst time in the school’s history, went on to play in the state tournament.

Since that rst championship year, Ranney School has won 15 Panther Classic Championships, has hosted a New Jersey Independent School championship basketball game, and has played more than 1,025 basketball games on the gym oor. This fall, the Kelly Tennis Center hosted the 2011 Shore Conference Girls’ Tennis Championships.

Every Ranney student has created a memory inside the Athletics building, and it continues to hold the hopes and dreams of future athletes, who will bring honor to Ranney School.

Each child deserves the opportunity to make the most of his/her innate potential. As history shows, Ranney’s athletics program and facilities, including the Gerhard Pavilion, Kelly Tennis Center, Karagianakis Field and Guidone Track, make it possible for children to pursue excellence at even higher levels.

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Ranney School235 Hope Road, Tinton Falls, NJ 07724Phone: 732-542-4777 • Fax: 732-544-1629

www.ranneyschool.org