Senior School Track & Field Recap
By Denise Steadman
The 2026 Track and Field season began with an exciting influx of new athletes, including 13 Grade 9 students, three Grade 10 students, and two students from Grades 11 and 12. As coaches, we were thrilled by the energy, enthusiasm, and commitment displayed by both our new and returning athletes throughout the season. Training this spring presented its share of challenges due to unpredictable weather conditions. Despite these obstacles, the team remained dedicated and persevered through every practice and competition.
One of the unique aspects of track and field is that there truly is an event for everyone. Our athletes showcased their talents across a wide variety of disciplines, including jumping, throwing, pole vaulting, hurdling, sprinting, steeplechase, and long-distance running. This diversity of events allowed each athlete to find opportunities to challenge themselves and contribute to the team’s success.
After weeks of dedicated training, the team travelled to York University on May 11 and 12 to compete in the CISAA Championships. The athletes delivered an outstanding performance, with the majority achieving a personal best (PB) in at least one event, and many setting PBs in both of their events. Championships are where athletes strive to perform at their highest level, and this team rose to the occasion. The CISAA Championships featured several outstanding achievements, including 11 athletes qualifying for the Metro Championships and the setting of two new school records. Serina Keshwani set a new Junior Girls discus record with a discus throw of 17.86 metres, which was also a personal best. Eamon Sheppard shattered the school record in the 100 metres with an impressive time of 10.92 seconds. This record had stood for 25 years, making his achievement particularly remarkable.
Land Acknowledgment
The Country Day School wishes to recognize and acknowledge the land on which the school operates. Our nearest Indigenous Nations are now the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and the Chippewas of Georgina Island. The Dish with One Spoon Wampum covenant is often cited as an example of the shared responsibility for caring for these lands among the Huron-Wendat, Anishinaabe and Haudenosaunee peoples who would call these their traditional territories. CDS respects the relationship with these lands and recognizes that our connection to this land can be strengthened by our continued relationship with all First Nations, by acknowledging our shared responsibility to respect and care for the land and waters for future generations.
School Information
Junior, Middle and Senior Schools
13415 Dufferin Street, King, Ontario L7B 1K5
(905) 833-1220
communications@cds.on.ca
admissions@cds.on.ca
Founded in 1972, The Country Day School is a co-educational private school offering programs in JK-12 and located on 100 acres north of Toronto in King.
13415 Dufferin Street, King, Ontario L7B 1K5
(905) 833-1220
communications@cds.on.ca
admissions@cds.on.ca
Founded in 1972, The Country Day School is a co-educational private school offering programs in JK-12 and located on 100 acres north of Toronto in King.
