Hamden Hall Country Day School
Educating Students in PreSchool through Grade 12
Athletics

Athletic Clubs

Hamden Hall is proud to offer the greater community an opportunity to participate in four different athletic clubs the school offers. Participants are able to learn various skills and techniques from Hamden Hall's experienced coaches and athletic professionals amid our premier multi-sport venue at our Skiff Street Athletic Complex.

List of 4 items.

  • Aquatic Club (HHAC):

    Interested in competitive swimming, diving, adult masters, or water polo? Visit the Hamden Hall Aquatic Club website to learn more about our programs and upcoming events!
     
     
    HHAC 2026-2027 Short Course Season
    Sept. 1 - Feb. 28
    Registration opens Sept. 1
    Mandatory Parent Meeting: Sept. 9 / 6 p.m.


    New Swim Team Member Evaluations: 
    • August 24-27 from 4:30-5:30 p.m. 
    • Hamden Hall's Beckerman Athletic Center - 225 Skiff Street, Hamden. 
    • Pick which day works best (no need to register). 
    • Please have the swimmer arrive in their bathing suit, bring a towel and goggles. The evaluation will take approx. 15 minutes. Once the evaluation is completed the coach will review what would work best for you swimmer.
    CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD INFORMATIONAL FLYER.


    For more information please contact:
    Jennifer Lyman
    HHAC Head Coach
    Hamden Hall Country Day School Aquatic Director



  • Basketball Club (HHBC):

    Hamden Hall Basketball Club
    Skills & Drills Fall 2026 Program
    BOYS & GIRLS GRADES 3 - 11
    *Open to ALL communities.

    Hamden Hall's Beckerman Athletic Center
    225 Skiff Street, Hamden, CT

    If your son or daughter loves basketball, the Hamden Hall Basketball Club is the perfect opportunity to build skills, develop confidence, and grow their love for the game. Each week, players will focus on improving fundamental skills including shooting, passing, dribbling, footwork, and overall basketball knowledge in a fun and supportive environment.

    Designed and led by Hamden Hall Director of Basketball Sean Doherty, the Hamden Hall Basketball Club (HHBC) provides expert instruction from a coach with more than 20 years of college coaching experience at the Division I, Division II, and Division III levels. Players will learn from his experience, passion, and commitment to helping young athletes improve both on and off the court.


    Gold Package: $400 / Includes: All 15 dates, T-Shirt 
    Silver Package: $300 / Includes: 10 Sessions
    Individual Session Packages: $35 / Includes One Lesson and Instruction 

    Fall 2026 Dates:
    Sept - 16, 20, 23, 27, 30
    Oct - 4, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28
    Nov. 1, 4 

    Wednesday Session Times:
    Grades 3-6:  6-7:15 p.m. Grades 7-11:  7:15-8:30 p.m.
    Sunday Session Times:
    Grades 3-6:  2-3:15 p.m. Grades 7-11:  3:15-4:30 p.m. 

    CLICK HERE TO REGISTER !

    Head Coach: Sean Doherty / sdoherty@hamdenhall.org 
    Coach Doherty is the Head Coach of the Hamden Hall Varsity
    Boys’ Basketball Team and brings over 20 years of collegiate coaching experience. Under his leadership, the Hornets won back-to-back Fairchester League Regular Season and Playoff Championships (2017-18 & 2018-19) and captured the NEPSAC Class B Championship in 2018-19 with an impressive 25-2 record. Before Hamden Hall, Doherty spent nine years as an assistant coach at Division I Quinnipiac University, coached at Salem State College with a dominant 91-20 record, and helped lead Holy Cross to three NCAA Tournament appearances. 

  • Volleyball Club (HHVC):

              HAMDEN HALL VOLLEYBALL CLUB PROGRAMS
                        ***OPEN TO THE PUBLIC***
     

    Hamden Hall Volleyball Club Tryouts (2026–2027 Season)

    Join the Hamden Hall Volleyball Club for the 2026–2027 season! 
     
    Our 16U and 17U rosters are full but we have remaining roster spots available for 14U and 15U.

    Tryout Information

    Cost: $60

    14U Tryout (attend one or both for no additional cost):
    Saturday, October 17, 6-8 p.m.
    Sunday, October 25, 6-8 p.m.

    15U Tryout:
    Sunday, October 25, 6-8 p.m.

    Can't Attend?
    If you are unable to attend any of the scheduled tryouts, and roster spots remain available, a private tryout may be arranged.
    Email Coach Gary Aurora at gaurora@hamdenhall.org to schedule an alternative tryout.
    Please note: Players’ fall volleyball season must be completed before trying out.
     

    Team Eligibility

    Please review the USA Volleyball Age Definition Chart to determine the appropriate age division for your athlete.

    Season Cost

    14U, 15U, 16U & 17U: $2,500 per player
    Hotel accommodations are not included.

    Payment Schedule

    Upon accepting a roster spot:
    • First payment: $1,000 due immediately upon acceptance (non-refundable)
    • Second payment: $1,500 due on or before January 15, 2027 (non-refundable)
    The initial payment secures the player's roster spot and covers season startup expenses.

    Practice Schedule

    Practices begin November 30, 2026, and will be held:
    • Mondays and Wednesdays
    • Beckerman Athletic Center
    • Through April 2027

    Preliminary Tournament Schedule

    Each team will compete in four convention center tournaments. Final tournament details will be confirmed in September.
    Tentative schedule includes:
    • Nike Wicked Good (December)
    • Nike Winterfest (January)
    • Nike Boston National Qualifier (February)
    • Nike Rhode Island Rumble (April)
    Tournament information is available through the New England Region of USA Volleyball:

    USAV Membership Requirement

    Players who accept a roster spot must purchase a USA Volleyball (NERVA) Junior Player Membership.
    • 26–27 NERVA Junior Player Membership: $65
    • Valid through August 31, 2027
    • Required for participation in all USAV/NERVA sanctioned events

    Tryout Location

    Beckerman Athletic Center
    225 Skiff Street
    Hamden, CT 06517
    Please note: This is not Hamden Hall's main campus.



    Questions?

    For additional information, please contact:
    Coach Gary Aurora
    gaurora@hamdenhall.org

  • Wrestling Club (HHWC):


    Follow our social media and check the Athletics page for updates on future sessions and opportunities.


    Please contact Kiernan Griffin for additional information.
    kgriffin@hamdenhall.org


    About Coach Kiernan Griffin

    Hamden Hall alum Kiernan Griffin (‘00) returned in 2021 to lead the Wrestling and Boys’ Varsity Lacrosse teams and now oversees the newly established Hamden Hall Wrestling Club. A former multi-sport athlete, he earned 13 varsity letters in football, wrestling, and lacrosse and was a two-time National Prep qualifier.
    Kiernan continued his athletic career at Trinity College, later studying Fine Art Photography in California. He built a successful contracting business before returning to Connecticut, where he coached at Hamden Hall and led youth lacrosse programs.


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