Groton Basketball Apparel Web Store has been EXTENDED!!!!!
Groton Basketball parents, families, and fans — Groton Red Hawks Basketball apparel store is officially open!
There are many different items and styles to choose from!
You can shop here: https://grotonredhawks-bball26.itemorder.com/ or https://grotongirls-bball26.itemorder.com/
⏰Online Store Deadline: Wednesday October 28th, 2026 (11:59pm EDT).
Thank You for supporting Groton Basketball!!
Groton Basketball parents, families, and fans — Groton Red Hawks Basketball apparel store is officially open!
There are many different items and styles to choose from!
You can shop here: https://grotonredhawks-bball26.itemorder.com/ or https://grotongirls-bball26.itemorder.com/
⏰Online Store Deadline: Wednesday October 28th, 2026 (11:59pm EDT).
Thank You for supporting Groton Basketball!!




Congratulations to the Girls & Boys Cross Country Teams!!!!

Red Hawk Sports Recap for the week of 10/12/26! Way to go Red Hawks!




The Modified Boys Soccer team wrapped up their season last night bringing home a win of 3-1 against Moravia!
Dalton Kennett brought in 2 goals and Brennan Grimes brought in 1.
Congrats boys!
Dalton Kennett brought in 2 goals and Brennan Grimes brought in 1.
Congrats boys!

The Modified Girls Soccer team ended their final game of the season with a 5-3 win over Moravia. Allison Montreuil kicked off the scoring with the first goal in the first 30 seconds of the game. Emily Montgomery put 2 goals on the board and Zandria Blake also scored a goal. Maci Portzline and Zoe Touchton helped out with an assist each.
I'm so proud of each and every girl on the team. They played their season with major heart and integrity.
I'm so proud of each and every girl on the team. They played their season with major heart and integrity.

Groton Red Hawks Volleyball Senior Night!

Varsity Boys Soccer Senior Night!

HOMECOMING WEEKEND!

Congratulations to our Cross Country team!!

Groton Basketball Apparel Web Store is NOW OPEN!!!!!
Groton Basketball parents, families, and fans — Groton Red Hawks Basketball apparel store is officially open!
There are many different items and styles to choose from!
You can shop here: https://grotonredhawks-bball26.itemorder.com/ or https://grotongirls-bball26.itemorder.com/
⏰Online Store Deadline: Wednesday October 21st, 2026 (11:59pm EDT).
Thank You for supporting Groton Basketball!!
Groton Basketball parents, families, and fans — Groton Red Hawks Basketball apparel store is officially open!
There are many different items and styles to choose from!
You can shop here: https://grotonredhawks-bball26.itemorder.com/ or https://grotongirls-bball26.itemorder.com/
⏰Online Store Deadline: Wednesday October 21st, 2026 (11:59pm EDT).
Thank You for supporting Groton Basketball!!




The Groton JV Volleyball team swept Dryden in straight sets on October 6: 25–15, 25–13, and 25–18. With this home victory, Groton improves their overall record to 10–3.
Stat Leaders:
Michaela Durkee: 5 Aces, 2 Service Points, 1 Assist, 1 Kill
Olivia Baker: 4 Kills
Connie Dickerson: 4 Aces, 1 Dig
Karlee Edwards: 4 Assists, 3 Service Points, 2 Aces
Selena Neiss: 7 Service Points, 4 Digs, 1 Kill
Natalia Zikeyeva: 3 Aces, 2 Service Points, 1 Assist, 1 Kill, 1 Block, 1 Dig
Ann Seamans: 3 Kills, 2 Aces, 1 Service Point, 1 Dig
Illyanna Karschner: 2 Aces, 3 Service Points, 1 Assist, 2 Kills
Isabella Acevedo: 2 Aces, 3 Service Points
Kacee C-W: 2 Assists, 1 Ace, 1 Service Point
Audrena Roach: 1 Assist, 1 Dig
Alese Parker: 1 Ace
On October 6, the Groton Varsity Volleyball team embraced their roles and showed depth, bouncing back from a tight 26–28 opening-set loss to secure a convincing 3–1 victory over Dryden (26–28, 25–20, 25–17, 25–21). The key to the comeback was simple: every player executed their individual role to perfection, stepping up across every rotation to turn the match around and improve Groton’s overall record to 5–8.
Stat leaders:
Reed Dyson: 5 Aces, 10 Service Pts, 5 Kills, 3 Digs
Danika Wright: 3 Aces, 6 Service Pts, 13 Assists, 10 Digs
Aleah Myers: 1 Ace, 1 Service Pt, 9 Kills, 1 Block
Lacy Batzer: 4 Aces, 4 Service Pts, 8 Assists, 9 Digs
Cecile Rose: 1 Ace, 8 Service Pts, 1 Assist, 9 Digs
Coleigh Parker: 1 Ace, 4 Service Pts, 7 Digs
Alyciana Stewart: 5 Kills, 1 Block
Leah Allen: 5 Digs
Ariana Hillery: 3 Kills, 1 Block
Leah Bogart: 1 Kill, 1 Block, 3 Digs
Stat Leaders:
Michaela Durkee: 5 Aces, 2 Service Points, 1 Assist, 1 Kill
Olivia Baker: 4 Kills
Connie Dickerson: 4 Aces, 1 Dig
Karlee Edwards: 4 Assists, 3 Service Points, 2 Aces
Selena Neiss: 7 Service Points, 4 Digs, 1 Kill
Natalia Zikeyeva: 3 Aces, 2 Service Points, 1 Assist, 1 Kill, 1 Block, 1 Dig
Ann Seamans: 3 Kills, 2 Aces, 1 Service Point, 1 Dig
Illyanna Karschner: 2 Aces, 3 Service Points, 1 Assist, 2 Kills
Isabella Acevedo: 2 Aces, 3 Service Points
Kacee C-W: 2 Assists, 1 Ace, 1 Service Point
Audrena Roach: 1 Assist, 1 Dig
Alese Parker: 1 Ace
On October 6, the Groton Varsity Volleyball team embraced their roles and showed depth, bouncing back from a tight 26–28 opening-set loss to secure a convincing 3–1 victory over Dryden (26–28, 25–20, 25–17, 25–21). The key to the comeback was simple: every player executed their individual role to perfection, stepping up across every rotation to turn the match around and improve Groton’s overall record to 5–8.
Stat leaders:
Reed Dyson: 5 Aces, 10 Service Pts, 5 Kills, 3 Digs
Danika Wright: 3 Aces, 6 Service Pts, 13 Assists, 10 Digs
Aleah Myers: 1 Ace, 1 Service Pt, 9 Kills, 1 Block
Lacy Batzer: 4 Aces, 4 Service Pts, 8 Assists, 9 Digs
Cecile Rose: 1 Ace, 8 Service Pts, 1 Assist, 9 Digs
Coleigh Parker: 1 Ace, 4 Service Pts, 7 Digs
Alyciana Stewart: 5 Kills, 1 Block
Leah Allen: 5 Digs
Ariana Hillery: 3 Kills, 1 Block
Leah Bogart: 1 Kill, 1 Block, 3 Digs

Interested in trying something new this year?
Come to the Info Night and hear all about our Girls Varsity Wrestling Program!

In a hard-fought IAC clash on the road, the Groton JV volleyball team demonstrated determination, battling back from an opening-set deficit to secure a 2–1 victory over Moravia. With the win, Groton improves to an impressive 8–3 overall record and 5–2 in IAC play.
Moravia set the tone early, capitalizing on their home-court advantage to take the opening set 25–17. Refusing to back down, Groton found their rhythm in the second set. Behind dominant behind-the-line serve execution and steady defense, Groton stormed back to take the set convincingly, 25–13, forcing a decisive third set. In a tight, high-stakes final set, Groton kept the pressure high and closed out the match with a 25–15 victory to seal the comeback win.
Key Individual Performances
Connie Dickerson delivered a sensational performance behind the service line, leading the team's serve pressure with a game-high 10 aces.
Selena Neiss provided relentless service and defensive hustle, racking up 6 aces, 11 service points, and 4 digs.
Karlee Edwards orchestrated the offense masterfully as play maker, dishing out 7 assists while adding 4 aces, 3 service points, and 1 dig.
Olivia Baker led the attack at the net, hammering down a team-high 4 kills.
Ann Seamans played an all-around solid match, contributing 1 ace, 3 service points, 2 kills, and 3 digs.
Michaela Durkee added valuable front-line depth with 2 kills and 2 service points.
Natalia Zikeyeva (1 ace, 1 service point, 1 kill, 2 digs) and Ari Myers (1 kill, 2 digs) provided essential balance in defense and transitional play.
Chloe Bishop and Audrena Roach grounded the defense with crucial defensive digs, with Roach also tallying 1 assist.
In a absolute thriller on October 1st, the Groton Varsity volleyball team proved what ultimate perseverance looks like, grinding through a grueling five-set marathon to defeat rival Moravia 3–2 on the road. The victory moved Groton to 4–7 overall and 3–4 in IAC play, capped off by an intense overtime decision in the final set.
Groton came out strong, setting the tone early with sharp service and relentless defense to claim the opening set 25–21. Moravia fought back on their home floor, capitalizing on tight late-game moments to capture the second (25–21) and third (25–22) sets. With their backs against the wall, Groton displayed remarkable composure. Refusing to let the match slip away, they dominated the fourth frame 25–15 to force a winner-take-all fifth set. The deciding set was a high-drama nail-biter. Pushed past the standard 15-point mark in extra points, Groton dug deep, made crucial defensive stops, and locked in at the line to seal a dramatic 16–14 match victory.
Key Individual Performances
Cecile Rose anchored the backline with heroic defensive effort, sweeping up a staggering 21 digs to go along with 1 ace, 2 service points, 1 assist, and 1 kill.
Reed Dyson provided firepower across the floor, pounding down 7 kills alongside 5 aces, 8 service points, and 4 digs.
Alyciana Stewart controlled the net when it mattered most, hammering down a team-high 7 kills and adding 1 block.
Aleah Myers delivered a stellar two-way performance, racking up 5 kills, 5 aces, 6 service points, 2 blocks, and 2 digs.
Lacy Batzer ran a dynamic offense, dishing out 11 assists while chipping in 3 aces, 6 service points, and 5 digs.
Danika Wright orchestrated plays flawlessly, recording 9 assists, 4 aces, 6 service points, and 7 digs.
Coleigh Parker offered clutch, well-rounded contributions across the board with 9 digs, 3 aces, 6 service points, 1 kill, and 1 block.
Ariana Hillery added vital front-row energy with 3 kills and 1 dig, while Leah Allen contributed 5 digs to sustain key defensive rallies.
Moravia set the tone early, capitalizing on their home-court advantage to take the opening set 25–17. Refusing to back down, Groton found their rhythm in the second set. Behind dominant behind-the-line serve execution and steady defense, Groton stormed back to take the set convincingly, 25–13, forcing a decisive third set. In a tight, high-stakes final set, Groton kept the pressure high and closed out the match with a 25–15 victory to seal the comeback win.
Key Individual Performances
Connie Dickerson delivered a sensational performance behind the service line, leading the team's serve pressure with a game-high 10 aces.
Selena Neiss provided relentless service and defensive hustle, racking up 6 aces, 11 service points, and 4 digs.
Karlee Edwards orchestrated the offense masterfully as play maker, dishing out 7 assists while adding 4 aces, 3 service points, and 1 dig.
Olivia Baker led the attack at the net, hammering down a team-high 4 kills.
Ann Seamans played an all-around solid match, contributing 1 ace, 3 service points, 2 kills, and 3 digs.
Michaela Durkee added valuable front-line depth with 2 kills and 2 service points.
Natalia Zikeyeva (1 ace, 1 service point, 1 kill, 2 digs) and Ari Myers (1 kill, 2 digs) provided essential balance in defense and transitional play.
Chloe Bishop and Audrena Roach grounded the defense with crucial defensive digs, with Roach also tallying 1 assist.
In a absolute thriller on October 1st, the Groton Varsity volleyball team proved what ultimate perseverance looks like, grinding through a grueling five-set marathon to defeat rival Moravia 3–2 on the road. The victory moved Groton to 4–7 overall and 3–4 in IAC play, capped off by an intense overtime decision in the final set.
Groton came out strong, setting the tone early with sharp service and relentless defense to claim the opening set 25–21. Moravia fought back on their home floor, capitalizing on tight late-game moments to capture the second (25–21) and third (25–22) sets. With their backs against the wall, Groton displayed remarkable composure. Refusing to let the match slip away, they dominated the fourth frame 25–15 to force a winner-take-all fifth set. The deciding set was a high-drama nail-biter. Pushed past the standard 15-point mark in extra points, Groton dug deep, made crucial defensive stops, and locked in at the line to seal a dramatic 16–14 match victory.
Key Individual Performances
Cecile Rose anchored the backline with heroic defensive effort, sweeping up a staggering 21 digs to go along with 1 ace, 2 service points, 1 assist, and 1 kill.
Reed Dyson provided firepower across the floor, pounding down 7 kills alongside 5 aces, 8 service points, and 4 digs.
Alyciana Stewart controlled the net when it mattered most, hammering down a team-high 7 kills and adding 1 block.
Aleah Myers delivered a stellar two-way performance, racking up 5 kills, 5 aces, 6 service points, 2 blocks, and 2 digs.
Lacy Batzer ran a dynamic offense, dishing out 11 assists while chipping in 3 aces, 6 service points, and 5 digs.
Danika Wright orchestrated plays flawlessly, recording 9 assists, 4 aces, 6 service points, and 7 digs.
Coleigh Parker offered clutch, well-rounded contributions across the board with 9 digs, 3 aces, 6 service points, 1 kill, and 1 block.
Ariana Hillery added vital front-row energy with 3 kills and 1 dig, while Leah Allen contributed 5 digs to sustain key defensive rallies.

Congrats to the Boys Varsity Soccer team on their 3-1 win over Moravia! Highlights from the night include goals scored by Timmy Forehand, Brennan Jackson and Teddy Dah with assists coming from Silas St. Claire and Luke McCormick. The win secured the teams spot in post season play in the sectional tournament!

The girls Varsity Soccer team won last night in double overtime vs. Moravia 1-0!! Lone goal scored by Senior Erica Miranda from an assist by Freshman Marissa Kastenhuber off a corner from Stella Holl!
This win secured their spot into Sectional play. The girls play again on Monday away vs. Cincy and at home Tuesday for their senior night vs. Marathon.
This win secured their spot into Sectional play. The girls play again on Monday away vs. Cincy and at home Tuesday for their senior night vs. Marathon.

In a high-energy, hard-fought matchup on September 29, the Groton JV volleyball team battled through a tough three-set thriller against Spencer.
Groton came out strong in the opening set, setting the tone with sharp offensive play and solid court coverage to secure a commanding 25–16 win. Spencer answered back with equal intensity in the second set, claiming it 25–16 to force a decisive third set. In a gritty, back-and-forth final set, Groton pushed hard until the end before Spencer narrowly closed out the match with a 25–19 victory. With the result, Groton moves to an overall record of 7–3 and an IAC mark of 4–2.
Key Player Highlights & Stats
Karlee Edwards: Led the backline and service game with 3 aces, 7 service points, 4 assists, 1 kill, and a team-high 5 digs.
Michaela Durkee: Recorded 5 service points, 1 assist, and 3 digs.
Natalia Zikeyeva: Contributed 1 ace, 5 service points, 2 kills, and 1 dig.
Olivia Baker: Powered the offense at the net with a team-leading 4 kills.
Audrena Roach: Distributed the ball well with 2 assists to go along with 2 digs.
Ari Myers: Added firepower upfront with 2 kills.
Connie Dickerson: Delivered 2 aces, 2 service points, and 2 digs.
Selena Neiss: Added 1 ace, 2 service points, and 2 digs.
Ann Seamans: Contributed 1 ace, 1 service point, 1 kill, and 2 digs.
On September 29, the Groton Varsity volleyball team put together a remarkably balanced and well-rounded performance against Spencer, showcasing consistent team-wide contributions across every position.
Throughout the four-set battle—which included a strong 25–17 third-set victory for Groton—every rotation delivered, with scoring and defensive play spread evenly across the entire roster. The final set scores (21–25, 18–25, 25–17, 16–25) reflected a competitive, steady effort from start to finish. Following the match, Groton stands at 3–7 overall with a 2–4 record in IAC play.
Team-Wide Balanced Performance
Danika Wright: Orchestrated the offense seamlessly with a team-high 10 assists while contributing heavily across the board with 6 service points, 9 digs, and 1 ace.
Cecile Rose: Anchored the defense with steady backline precision, leading the team with 12 digs while adding an assist.
Ariana Hillery: Delivered a strong multi-category stat line, pacing the attack with a team-high 5 kills alongside 2 service points, 1 ace, 1 block, and 2 digs.
Reed Dyson: Spread impact evenly across all phases with 4 kills, 4 service points, 2 aces, and 2 digs.
Aleah Myers: Filled the stat sheet with an all-around effort featuring 3 service points, 2 kills, 5 digs, 1 ace, and 1 block.
Coleigh Parker: Provided solid utility play with 5 service points, 5 digs, and 1 kill.
Alyciana Stewart: Kept the offense balanced with 3 kills and 1 service point.
Lacy Batzer: Distributed play cleanly with 3 assists, 2 digs, and 1 ace.
Leah Allen: Added defensive stability to the back row with 3 digs.
Groton came out strong in the opening set, setting the tone with sharp offensive play and solid court coverage to secure a commanding 25–16 win. Spencer answered back with equal intensity in the second set, claiming it 25–16 to force a decisive third set. In a gritty, back-and-forth final set, Groton pushed hard until the end before Spencer narrowly closed out the match with a 25–19 victory. With the result, Groton moves to an overall record of 7–3 and an IAC mark of 4–2.
Key Player Highlights & Stats
Karlee Edwards: Led the backline and service game with 3 aces, 7 service points, 4 assists, 1 kill, and a team-high 5 digs.
Michaela Durkee: Recorded 5 service points, 1 assist, and 3 digs.
Natalia Zikeyeva: Contributed 1 ace, 5 service points, 2 kills, and 1 dig.
Olivia Baker: Powered the offense at the net with a team-leading 4 kills.
Audrena Roach: Distributed the ball well with 2 assists to go along with 2 digs.
Ari Myers: Added firepower upfront with 2 kills.
Connie Dickerson: Delivered 2 aces, 2 service points, and 2 digs.
Selena Neiss: Added 1 ace, 2 service points, and 2 digs.
Ann Seamans: Contributed 1 ace, 1 service point, 1 kill, and 2 digs.
On September 29, the Groton Varsity volleyball team put together a remarkably balanced and well-rounded performance against Spencer, showcasing consistent team-wide contributions across every position.
Throughout the four-set battle—which included a strong 25–17 third-set victory for Groton—every rotation delivered, with scoring and defensive play spread evenly across the entire roster. The final set scores (21–25, 18–25, 25–17, 16–25) reflected a competitive, steady effort from start to finish. Following the match, Groton stands at 3–7 overall with a 2–4 record in IAC play.
Team-Wide Balanced Performance
Danika Wright: Orchestrated the offense seamlessly with a team-high 10 assists while contributing heavily across the board with 6 service points, 9 digs, and 1 ace.
Cecile Rose: Anchored the defense with steady backline precision, leading the team with 12 digs while adding an assist.
Ariana Hillery: Delivered a strong multi-category stat line, pacing the attack with a team-high 5 kills alongside 2 service points, 1 ace, 1 block, and 2 digs.
Reed Dyson: Spread impact evenly across all phases with 4 kills, 4 service points, 2 aces, and 2 digs.
Aleah Myers: Filled the stat sheet with an all-around effort featuring 3 service points, 2 kills, 5 digs, 1 ace, and 1 block.
Coleigh Parker: Provided solid utility play with 5 service points, 5 digs, and 1 kill.
Alyciana Stewart: Kept the offense balanced with 3 kills and 1 service point.
Lacy Batzer: Distributed play cleanly with 3 assists, 2 digs, and 1 ace.
Leah Allen: Added defensive stability to the back row with 3 digs.

⚽ A 5–1 win for the RedHawks! The girls defeated Moravia with strong teamwork, intensity, and hustle from start to finish!
Goals were scored by Khloe Dravecky, Eva Brockway, Maci Portzline, Zandria Blake, and Lilly Adams.
Great job, RedHawks! ❤️🖤
Goals were scored by Khloe Dravecky, Eva Brockway, Maci Portzline, Zandria Blake, and Lilly Adams.
Great job, RedHawks! ❤️🖤

Last week the fall Varsity teams participated on Groton's 1st Annual Media Night! It was a great night for all the athletes to get together and have some fun!
Please view the album with the link below!
https://galleries.brehmstonephotography.com/GrotonMediaDayFall2026
Please view the album with the link below!
https://galleries.brehmstonephotography.com/GrotonMediaDayFall2026

Congrats to the Girls Modified Soccer Team on their win last night against Moravia!
Come watch them tomorrow at home when they take on Dryden at 4:30 pm!
Come watch them tomorrow at home when they take on Dryden at 4:30 pm!

The Cross Country teams attended the infamous Baldwinsville Invitational on 9/26/26, where more than 1000 athletes competed.
Anthony Justice had the best Groton place of the day, taking 4th overall in a field of 161 runners. Cole Garrity placed 10th in that same boys modified race.
In the Modified Girls Race of 120 runners, Lauren Belcher took 33rd and Lydia Stauderman took 48th.
Alison Belcher had the best Varsity place of the day for Groton, taking 16th out of 175 runners in a personal-best time. Liesl Moll and Bri Adsitt also had breakthrough performances in that same race.
Caleb Downing ran a personal best as well. His time of 18 minutes and 40 seconds for the 5k race placed him 36th out of 198 varsity boys.
Next up will be the prestigious McQuaid Invitational on Saturday in Rochester! Good luck!
Anthony Justice had the best Groton place of the day, taking 4th overall in a field of 161 runners. Cole Garrity placed 10th in that same boys modified race.
In the Modified Girls Race of 120 runners, Lauren Belcher took 33rd and Lydia Stauderman took 48th.
Alison Belcher had the best Varsity place of the day for Groton, taking 16th out of 175 runners in a personal-best time. Liesl Moll and Bri Adsitt also had breakthrough performances in that same race.
Caleb Downing ran a personal best as well. His time of 18 minutes and 40 seconds for the 5k race placed him 36th out of 198 varsity boys.
Next up will be the prestigious McQuaid Invitational on Saturday in Rochester! Good luck!

