News Archive - Athletics
Madeira students earn Karate promotions
The Madeira Karate Dojo is proud to announce the following promotions awarded on December 17, 2019. Promotions are based on proficiency of physical... Read More
Athletics Recap: 11/20 - 12/13/2019
Equestrian:
12/7/2019 – Hazelwild IEA Show Results
Open: Tara M ’22 6th o/f 6th flat
Intermediate: Eliza C ‘20 3rd o/f (qualified) 2nd flat
Izzy M ‘21 4th... Read More
**SNEAK PEEK** Madeira Unexpected
An original Madeira film produced by The Film Guys
Madeira Athletes receive All ISL Honors
Caroline Kaczmarskyj '22 and Lily Rathbun '20 receive All ISL Honors in volleyball and field hockey.
Snails Sign National Letters of Intent
The Madeira School is proud to recognize three outstanding senior student-athletes on their commitment to further both their academic and athletic careers... Read More
Snails make strides to the top
The fall season comes to a close with Varsity Tennis ranked seventh in the VISAA (Virginia Independent Schools Athletic Association) polls and Varsity... Read More
Athletics & Equestrian Recap: 9/21 - 10/4
Equestrian:
09/29/2019 – Meadowbrook IEA Show
The Madeira School earned grand champion.
Madeira Volleyball Program Raises Over $1,000 For Dig Pink
On Friday, September 27, 2019, the Madeira Volleyball program participated in the 5th annual Dig Pink match in partnership with Susan G. Komen for the... Read More
Fall Sports Adidas Team Store Open
Fall Sports Team stores will be open starting Monday, July 1 and closes on Wednesday July 10, 2019 at midnight! The store is open to all!
Snails receive All-ISL honors
Grace Frerichs ’20, Lily Rathbun ’20 and Julia Skrowronek ’21 were selected for the Spring All Independent School League (ISL) A Division team for their... Read More
Senior athletes make college commitments
Madeira seniors Meaghan Doyle and Trudy Painter have announced their commitments to play athletics at the collegiate level next year.
Madeira freshman wins silver at National Fencing Championships
Michaela Joyce ’22, earned a silver medal at the Division 1 National Fencing Championships held in Salt Lake City, Utah. The annual elite competition includes... Read More
Winter Athletes Receive All-ISL Honors
Meaghan Doyle ’19, Sofie Davis ’20 and Cayla Williams ’21 were recognized as All-Independent School League (ISL) players for their respective sports.
... Read More
College Commitments for the Snails
Madeira seniors Sophia Bernstein and Julie Kenyon have announced their commitments to play athletics at the collegiate level next year.
IEA Riding Team wraps up regular season and heads to Regional Finals
Madeira’s IEA team has had a successful fall season, working hard and competing at IEA shows to earn individual and team points. The team earned a spot... Read More
All-ACC Honors for Kylie Jordan '16
Madeira Swim and Dive record holder, Kylie Jordan competed in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) Championships at the Greensboro Aquatic Center in Greensboro... Read More
Madeira Swim and Dive take fifth at States, wins sportsmanship award
The Madeira Varsity Swim and Dive team concluded the 2018-2019 season placing fifth at the 2019 Virginia Independent Schools Athletic Association (VISAA... Read More
Madeira Alumna Named ACC Women’s Swimmer of the Week
Former Madeira Swim and Dive standout, Kylie Jordan ’16 put on a record breaking performance at the 2019 Janis Hape Dowd Nike Invitational hosted by The... Read More
Athletic & Equestrian Recap: 1/1-1/18
Equestrian:
1/12/19 – The Other Left Farm
Varsity IEA had a great show on Saturday, finishing champion overall!
Madeira Karate celebrates promotions
Madeira karate got off to a fast start this year with training focused on falling and throwing techniques, as well as empty-handed blocks, strikes, kicks... Read More
Athletic & Equestrian Recap: 12/10-12/19
Equestrian:
12/15/2018 – Madeira IEA Show
Athletic & Equestrian Recap: 11/27-12/7
Equestrian:
12/1/2018 – Hazelwild
The Madeira School earned Grand Champion and Reserve for our Middle School team.
Madeira earns All ISL Fall honors
Trudy Painter ’19 and Liya Savasman ’20 were selected for the All Independent School League (ISL) A Division team while Sophia Bernstein '19 and Lauren... Read More
Athletic & Equestrian Recap: 10/14-10/30
Equestrian:
10/20/2018 & 10/21/2018 – WIHS Regional & Zone Finals:
Ava B ‘19, Kelly N ‘19 and Eliza C ‘20 competed at the WIHS Regional show and USHJA... Read More
Madeira volleyball program raises over $2700 for Dig Pink campaign
On Tuesday, October 16, 2018, the Madeira Volleyball program introduced its forth annual Dig Pink match in partnership with the Side-Out Foundation. The... Read More
Athletic Recap: 10/2-10/13
Equestrian:
10/12/2018 – Turner Farms:
Eliza ‘20 placed well in the VHSA Working Hunters and put in solid trips in the Schooling Hunters, Kelly ‘19 also... Read More
Snails host 4th Annual DIG Pink Campaign
The Madeira Volleyball program is gearing up to host its forth annual Dig Pink match to help raise support and awareness for the fight against breast cancer... Read More
Madeira riders have successful start to fall season
Seniors Ava Brugger and Kelly Nance have qualified for the United States Hunter Jumper Association (USHJA) Zone 3 Finals. They will compete at Zone Finals... Read More
Madeira hosts inaugural M Cup tournament
Madeira was host to eight different Mercersburg Academy teams for the first inaugural M Cup tournament in September. Teams representing the two schools... Read More
Madeira Swim and Dive Athletes Receive National Honors
Five Madeira Swim and Dive athletes received national acknowledgments for both individual and relay events from the 2017-2018 National Interscholastic... Read More
Spring All-ISL Selections: Four Madeira Athletes Receive Honors
Recently announced by the ISL Athletic Directors; Catherine Hall ’18, Yaje Nshanje ’18, Grace Frerichs ’20 and Lily Rathbun ’20 were all selected as All-Independent... Read More
Lily Wildman ’19 verbally commits to St. Lawrence University to play Hockey
Junior Lily Wildman will continue her athletic career at the collegiate level. Lily, a day student from Great Falls, Virginia, has made a verbal commitment... Read More
Football and fundraising: annual powderpuff game raises funds for charity
The student body came together in late April for the Second Annual Madeira Powderpuff Football Game. The flag football tournament, which doubled as a fundraiser... Read More
College commitment: Bella Godes '18 commits to play lacrosse at Scripps College
Family, friends, coaches, and members of the Madeira community gathered on April 11 to congratulate senior Bella Godes on her commitment to play lacrosse... Read More
Madeira riders qualify for National Finals
Five Madeira Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) team riders traveled to Laurinburg, North Carolina to compete at IEA Zone finals at Saint Andrews... Read More
Registration Open for Madeira Tennis Workshops
Madeira Athletics will be offering a series of tennis workshops this summer:
WEEK ONE: JUNE 18-21
WEEK TWO: JUNE 25-28
WEEK THREE: JUNE 9-12
Madeira Winter Athletes receive All-ISL Honors
Maddie Heilbrun’18, Izzy Gati ’18, Giovi Moriarty ’18, Sofie Davis ’20, and Cayla Williams ’21 were recognized as All-Independent School League (ISL) players... Read More
Madeira IEA team has strong showing at 2018 Regional Finals
Madeira’s Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) team had a strong showing at the IEA Bi-Regional Finals in February. IEA competition is unique in... Read More
Madeira Karate celebrates seniors
During the winter season, Madeira karate students developed empty-handed techniques including blocks, strikes, kicks, sparring combinations, and kata (forms)... Read More
STATE CHAMPS! Swim & Dive win VISAA Championship
The Madeira Varsity Swim and Dive team concluded the 2017-2018 season as the VISAA State Championships. The State meet was held at the Jeff Rouse Swim... Read More
Madeira swim and dive places second at Metros
Madeira Varsity Swim and Dive team attended the Washington Metropolitan Prep School Swim and Dive Championships at the Fairland Aquatic Center in Laurel... Read More
Madeira IEA team wins final home show of the season
The Madeira IEA (Interscholoastic Equestrian Association) team had a successful and safe final home show in January. The High School Team won Champion... Read More
Spring Sports Adidas Team Store Open
Spring Sports Team stores will be open starting January 23rd at 11:59 PM and close Sunday, January 28 at midnight! Snails, if you are playing a spring... Read More
Madeira Karate Dojo promotes eleven students
For five weeks bridging modules 2 and 3, Madeira Karate students developed empty-handed techniques including blocks, strikes, kicks, sparring combinations... Read More
Annie Newton '20 represents USA Lacrosse in Brogden Cup
Annie Newton ’20 will be traveling to Jacksonville, FL over the winter break to represent the United States in the Brogden Cup, a historic three day lacrosse... Read More
Athletics Adds Rock Climbing as Winter Sport Offering
Madeira Athletics added rock climbing to the list of athletic offerings for students this winter. Enrolled students will practice climbing at Sportrock... Read More
Madeira Equestrian Recap - Home IEA Show and Hazelwild Show
Congratulations to the Madeira IEA Team for winning Grand Champion at their recent home show and earning Reserve Champion at Hazelwild.
Fall All-ISL Selections: Madeira athletes receive honors
Zoe Crawley '18, Sophia Bernstein '19, and Halle Johnson '21 were recognized as All-Independent School League selections in their respective sports, as... Read More
Madeira Equestrian Recap - Foxcroft IEA and Madeira ANRC Shows
Equestrian Teams Place First at the Foxcroft and ANRC Home Shows
College commitments: Senior athletes sign to Harvard, University of Kentucky and Texas Christian University
Madeira seniors Jacey Albaugh, Isabella Gati, and Maddie Heilbrun have announced their commitments to play athletics at the collegiate level next year... Read More
Madeira Equestrian Recap - Meadowbrook IEA and WIHS Regional and Zone Finals
Madeira Equestrian's Recap of Meadowbrook IEA and WIHS Regional and Zone Finals.
Madeira IEA Equestrian Team Earns Reserve Champion at Foxcroft
Congratulations to the Madeira Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) Team for their Reserve Champion victory at the Foxcroft IEA Show October 22... Read More
Equestrian Team Has Strong Showing at WBTA
On October 14 and 15, the Madeira Equestrian team competed at the Washington Bridle Trails Association Horse Show. The Snails found success at the WBTA... Read More
Madeira Volleyball Raises Over $4,300 Through Dig Pink Match
The Madeira School volleyball program hosted its third annual Dig Pink match in partnership with the Side-Out Foundation on Friday, October 6, 2017. The... Read More
Equestrian IEA Team Places First Overall at Hazelwild Farms
In their first show of the year, Madeira Equestrian's IEA team earned first place overall in the upper school team competition at Hazelwild Farm in Fredericksburg... Read More
Neshmeeya Abbas '20 receives US Squash Scholar-Athlete Award
Madeira Varsity Squash athlete, Neshmeeya Abbas '20, received the United States Squash Association's Scholar-Athlete Award for the 2016-2017 season. The... Read More
Equestrian Team Finds Success at Swan Lake
The Madeira Equestrian Team competed at the Swan Lake Stables USEF Show in late September, and many Snail riders found success in the ring. Kelly Nance... Read More
Madeira Volleyball to Host 3rd Annual Dig Pink Match
The Madeira School volleyball program will host its third annual Dig Pink match next week to help raise support and awareness for the fight against breast... Read More
Madeira Swim and Dive Receives National Honors
The Madeira Varsity Swim and Dive team has been ranked 75th in the nation. Madeira Swim and Dive ranks 17th among all private girls’ schools in the country... Read More
Emily Cyrway '19 Places 7th at NCEA Junior Finals
Congratulations to Emily Cyrway '19 who placed 7th on Saturday in the NCEA Junior Hunter Seat Medal Finals. The National Collegiate Equestrian Association... Read More
Madeira Athletics Holding Donation Drive for Victims of Hurricane Harvey
The Madeira Field Hockey and Volleyball teams will be hosting donation drives in an effort to support the victims of Hurricane Harvey in Houston, Texas... Read More
Madeira Athletics - Letter from the Athletic Director
Madeira Community,
It’s hard to convey the extent of my excitement for the upcoming school year. Since coming to Madeira, I have been impressed with how... Read More
Madeira Athletics Includes Leadership Development in Preseason Training
Madeira Athletics finished fall sport preseasons this week. Both new incoming and returning athletes competed on the field and court throughout a full... Read More
Athletics Releases 2017 Fall Sports Schedules
The Madeira Athletic Department has official released the 2017 fall sport schedules. Student-athletes will return to campus for optional preseason on August... Read More
Madeira Athletics Unveils New Snail Logo and Adidas Partnership
Shelly the Snail, the new Madeira mascot, was not the only thing that Madeira Athletics unveiled during the 2016-2017 school year. This past Friday, the... Read More
Madeira Athletics Announces End of Year Awards
Madeira Athletics held their annual Spring Athletics Assembly in the Chapel Auditorium on Friday, May 26, 2017. At the assembly, Athletic Director, Katie... Read More
Four Madeira Student-Athletes Receive Post-Season Honors
Congratulations to the four Madeira student-athletes who received post season-honors, following the conclusion of the spring seasons.
Softball standouts... Read More
Equestrian Show Team wins at ANRC National Championships
The Madeira Equestrian Show Team wrapped up a successful season with several victories at the ANRC National Championships at Sweet Briar College in Lynchburg... Read More
Madeira Track and Field Finds Success at States
Madeira Athletics sent eight Track and Field athletes to the VISAA Championship Meet - Each of the eight athletes that competed for Madeira at states set... Read More
Emilija Platukyte '18 Goes Undefeated in Spring Tennis Season
Emilija Platukyte, a junior boarding student from Kaunas, Lithuania, finished the 2017 spring season a perfect 7-0 in the number one singles slot for Madeira... Read More
Athletics Recap - Weeks of April 24 - May 12
Emilija Platukyte finishes the season undefeated. The JV Lacrosse team finishes the season with a perfect 8-0 record. Lauren Grohowski earned more first... Read More
Madeira IEA team places 2nd at National Finals
In late April, five Madeira riders traveled to the Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) National Finals at the Virginia Horse Center in Lexington... Read More
Five Madeira swimmers receive post-season honors
Congratulations to five Madeira swimmers who have received post season honors for the 2016-2017 season.
College commitments: Senior athletes sign to MIT and Sarah Lawrence
Alexa Zartman-Ball '17 and Hannah Adams '17 announced their commitments this week to play athletics at the collegiate level. Zartman-Ball has committed... Read More
Athletics Recap - Weeks of March 27 - April 7
Monte Saunders ’19 (300 M School Record Holder) took first place in the 300 Hurdle and first place in the 100 Hurdle, scoring the Snails 20 points by herself... Read More
Madeira Lacrosse Competes at ESPN Wide World of Sports in Orlando
The Madeira Lacrosse program made the most of the school's two week spring break vacation. On March 20, 2017, nineteen Madeira student-athletes and two... Read More
Madeira Equestrian Earns Spot At Nationals For Second Year In A Row
The Madeira Equestrian Team finished third at Interscholastic Equestrian Association Zone Finals over the weekend, earning a spot at the IEA National Finals... Read More
Madeira Karate Honors Senior Class
On Friday, February 24, Dr. Stacey Boyette honored the seniors students of the Madeira Karate Dojo with promotion and recognition.
Athletics Recap - Final Week of Winter Season
The last weekend in February marked the end of the winter season for Madeira Athletics. Madeira Swim and Dive competed at the VISAA State Championships... Read More
Madeira Swim and Dive Takes Third at States, Finish Perfect 9-0
Madeira Swim and Dive Finish third at the State Championship, and finish with a perfect 9-0 regular season dual meet record.
Big Finish for Mod 4 Karate
The Madeira Karate Dojo is proud to announce the following promotions awarded during Module 4. Promotions are based on proficiency of physical skill,... Read More
Athletics Recap - Week of February 10-17
Madeira Athletics Weekly Recap and Look-Ahead
Athletics Recap - Week of January 30-February 10
Madeira Athletics Weekly Recap and Look-Ahead
Natalie Konerth '13 Selected for US Field Hockey National Development Squad
Konerth selected for the 2017 United Stated Women's National Development Squad.
Athletic Recap - Week of January 23 - 27
Madeira Athletics Weekly Recap and Look-Ahead
Madeira Swim and Dive Defeats Reigning State Champions, Achieve 7-0 Record
Madeira Swim and Dive Bests Reigning State Champs in Heated Battle
Athletics Recap - Week of January 16-20
Madeira Athletic's Weekly Recap and Look Ahead
Athletics Recap - Weeks of January 3 - 13
Madeira Athletics Weekly Recap and Look-Ahead
Madeira Karate Students Receive Recognition and Rank
Twenty students received recognition and rank in USA Goju Karate for their contributions to the Madeira Dojo. Throughout the term, students developed empty-handed... Read More
Athletics Recap - Weeks of December 5 - 16
Madeira Athletics Weekly Recap and Look-Ahead
Athletics Recap - Week of November 28 - December 2
Madeira Athletics Weekly Recap and Look Ahead
Madeira Athletes Named to All-State and All-ISL Teams
Three volleyball players and one tennis player were given league honors following strong athletic seasons.
Madeira Volleyball claims ISL regular season and tournament crown
Madeira Volleyball Named Overall ISL Division A Champions
Athletics Recap - Week of October 29-November 4
- Volleyball
JV Volleyball at the Hopper Tournament
JV Volleyball ended the season with a record of 11-2 entering the final tournament of the season... Read More
Athletics Recap - Week of October 24-28
Madeira Athletics Weekly Recap and Look-Ahead
Madeira Equestrians qualify to compete at the WIHS Regional Hunter Finals
Ava Brugger and Emily Avent qualified to compete at this weekend's WIHS Regional Hunter Finals at the Verizon Center in Washington D.C.
At the recent... Read More
Madeira Volleyball To Host 2nd Annual Dig Pink Match
MADVB Hosts the 2nd Annual Dig Pink Match to help support the fight against breast cancer this Friday at the Hurd.
Athletics Recap - Week of October 10-14
Madeira Athletics Weekly Recap and Look-Ahead
The Snail Unveil - A New Madeira Mascot
The Madeira School debuted a new mascot on October 7, 2016, at the All School Meeting during Family Weekend. The “Snail Unveil” was kept under wraps throughout... Read More
Equestrian team opens season with 1st place finish
The Madeira Varsity IEA team started their season today with a first place finish at the Foxcroft IEA Show in Middleburg, VA. Congratulations to all of... Read More
Athletics Recap - Week of September October 3-7
Athletics Weekly Event Review and Look-Ahead
Message from the Athletic Director
Katie LaRue
The Fall season is well underway and things are really exciting! The energy level is high as girls are having fun and teams are showing signs... Read More
Athletics Recap - week of September 26-30
Madeira Athletics Weekly Review and Look-Ahead
- Cross Country
Cross Country at Landon Invitational
Olivia Levin (25:42), Lexi Gage (27:20), Emily Hamilton... Read More
Riding round-up - week of Sept. 19-23
Last week saw the Madeira Equestrian team in action at multiple venues. On Friday September 23, Ava Bruger ’19, Emily Cyrway ’19 and community rider Emma... Read More
Athletics Recap - week of September 19-23
Madeira Athletics Weekly Look-Back and Preview
Strong start for Madeira equestrian program
The Madeira Equestrian team finished their summer season with a strong showing at the USEF Premier HITS Culpeper Horse Show. Emily Cyrway ’19 and her horse... Read More
Athletics Recap - week of September 12-19
This week we the Snails competed in two Playdays and 15 games, meets and/or matches. Read further for a complete recap of the week's results from volleyball... Read More
Athletics Recap - week of September 5-9
Madeira athletics weekly event look-back and preview
Snails named to 2015-2016 USA Swimming Scholastic All-American Team
Congratulations to Kylie Jordan '16, Maddie
WIHS names three Madeira riders to junior committee
Jacey Albaugh ’18, Emma Bishop ’20, and Charlotte Burch ’17 have been chosen as members of the 2016 Washington International Horse Show Junior Committee... Read More
Field renovation underway
On June 2, 2016, Head of School Pilar Cabeza de Vaca, Assistant Head of School Andre Withers, Board President Catherine Shraga ’70 and Athletic Director... Read More
LaRue and Gerrity to lead Athletics at Madeira
One need only to drive onto campus to see it is an exciting time of change for Madeira athletics. In early May, the School broke ground on a state-of-the-art... Read More
Snails plan to continue athletics in college
On Monday, May 16, the Madeira community gathered to celebrate five Snails planning to continue their chosen sports in higher education. Sue Cabot, athletic... Read More
Track team has record setting ISL performance
On May 13 and 14, Madeira’s track and field team competed in the ISL Championships hosted by Holton-Arms School in Bethesda, MD.
“It was an unbelievable... Read More
Varsity Softball bests Georgetown Day, 11-10
The top of the first saw Georgetown Day take the lead, 1-0. GDS started with a single and pushed across one run in both the third and the fifth innings... Read More
Madeira IEA team places in top ten at National Finals
Over the weekend of April 22, five members of the equestrian team represented Madeira at the Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) National Finals... Read More
Senior makes Division I commitment to play field hockey
On April 27, 2016 Kita Konerth ’16 committed to play field hockey for the University of Connecticut.
Since starting as a freshman at Madeira, Kita has... Read More
Catherine Hall '18 leads Snails to win over Bullis
An impressive effort by sophomore Catherine Hall hoisted Madeira varsity softball to a 23-12 win in six innings over Bullis on Tuesday. Hall rocked Bullis... Read More
Madeira Softball uses big third inning to beat St. Andrew's Episcopal
The Snails jumped out to an early lead on St. Andrew's Episcopal and captured a 19-5 victory on Monday. Fifteen runs in the first three innings allowed... Read More
Snails take first at Holton-Arms meet
On Tuesday, April 12, Madeira track and field journeyed to Maryland for a meet against Holton-Arms (the host), Georgetown Visitation, Holy Child, St. Andrews... Read More
Kylie Jordan '16 named All-Met Swimmer of the Year
Congratulations to senior Kylie Jordan for being selected as All-Met Swimmer of the Year by Washington Post. View the special section here >>
Kylie is... Read More
Great start for track and field
The Madeira track and field team has had a solid start to the season. Freshman Monteanna Saunders broke the 10-year-strong 300 hurdle record last Saturday... Read More
Madeira announces field renovations this summer
Madeira is excited to announce plans to upgrade and renovate our playing fields over the summer of 2016. The renovations include a full-size, cutting-edge... Read More
Winter athletics wrap up
The 2015-2016 winter athletics season came to a close at the athletics assembly on March 1. Director of Athletics Sue Cabot congratulated all the coaches... Read More
Madeira Equestrian Team wins IEA Regional Championships
February 27-28, 2016 – The Madeira Equestrian Team competed in the IEA Regional Championships over the weekend with great success.
Congratulations to... Read More
Madeira takes 3rd place at VISAA State in record-breaking fashion
The Madeira Varsity Swim and Dive Team concluded its 2016 season with a third-place finish at the Virginia Independent Schools Athletic Association (VISAA)... Read More
Snails rise to the challenge on senior night
On Tuesday night, the Madeira Snails faced off against The Sandy Spring Friends School Wildebeests. This contest was a wonderful tribute to Madeira’s seniors... Read More
Madeira varsity basketball beats Sandy Spring Friends
February 18, 2016 -- The Madeira varsity basketball team marched their way to victory over Sandy Spring Friends School in a close match-up Thursday night... Read More
Madeira Karate Dojo promotes ten students
The Madeira Karate Dojo is proud to announce the following promotions awarded during Module 3:
Yon kyu (purple belt): Maddie Clemente ’17
Go kyu (green... Read More
Swim & Dive place fifth at Metros
The Madeira Varsity Swim and Dive team took fifth place at the Washington Metropolitan High School Swimming and Diving Championships on Saturday, February... Read More
Strong showing for Madeira equestrian at Garrison Forest Show
The Madeira equestrian team placed third in last Sunday’s show at the Garrison Forest School. Congratulations to Emma Knisley ‘18, Lizzy Isacson ‘18, Karina... Read More
Swim & Dive Team wins 2016 ISL Championships
The Madeira varsity swim and dive team captured the 2016 Independent School League Championships on Thursday, January 21, at the Hurd sports complex. Madeira... Read More
Swim & Dive tops Holton Arms
The Madeira swimming and diving team improved to 3-0 on the season with a 105-81 win over defending ISL and Metro Prep Champion Holton Arms.
"I am really... Read More
Madeira Dojo Promotions for Module 3
The Madeira Karate Dojo continues to thrive with 16 girls participating during module 3. Beginners learned the basic blocks, punches, kicks, and forms... Read More
Strong start to the Madeira swim and dive season
The Madeira varsity swim and dive team opened their 2015-2016 season with a decisive victory over The Connolly School of the Holy Child 140-57, on December... Read More
Madeira Equestrian Team secures place in post-season
Congratulations to the Madeira Equestrian team for winning their third show in a row! Their win on Sunday in Gaines Hall secured a place for the team... Read More
Senior athlete makes Division I commitment
On November 11, 2015, Kylie Jordan ’16 signed a national letter of intent to swim for Duke University.
Kylie is on her way to becoming the most accomplished... Read More
Madeira IEA team wins second show
Congratulations to the Madeira IEA team for winning their second show of the season. Thank you to all of the parents, staff, and students for your work... Read More
Madeira students attend WIHS Barn Night
It was high-test fun on Thursday, October 22, when over 30 Madeira students descended on the Verizon Center for the Washington International Horse Show... Read More
Madeira riders place at WIHS
Madeira riders and horses spent the weekend competing at the prestigious Washington International Regional Horse Show at the Prince George Equestrian Center... Read More
Madeira Digs Pink
Madeira volleyball program hosted a “Dig Pink” game to raise money and awareness for breast cancer on Wednesday, October 14. Madeira fans sported pink... Read More
Madeira Equestrian Program has strong showing at HITS Culpeper horse show
The HITS Culpeper horse show was a great success with all Madeira riders earning wonderful ribbons the weekend of September 25-27. The highlight was Sunday's... Read More
Fall Season Update: The first two weeks in athletics
In fall sports, the Snails have had their first round of competition. Coaches and players are looking forward to exciting season. Here are a few recaps... Read More
Swimmers earn All American honors
The National Interscholastic Swimming Coaches Association released its 2014-2015 all-American lists Monday, July 13, and four Madeira swimmers were recognized... Read More
Annual Madeira equestrian awards
Friday, May 15, 2015 participants in the Madeira equestrian program gathered in the Chapel/Auditorium foyer to celebrate another successful year. Friends... Read More
Inaugural Athletic Hall of Fame induction
April 24, 2015 marked the inaugural induction of members to The Madeira School Athletic Hall of Fame. Nominees, honored guests, and Reunions Weekend attendees... Read More
Susan Cabot selected as Athletic Director
Madeira has selected Susan Cabot as its new Athletic Director. Ms. Cabot, who currently serves as Director of Athletics at Kingswood Oxford School (West... Read More
Track and field team hits their stride
After a promising start at the competitive Potomac Invitational on April 11 (finishing sixth out of eleven teams), the Snails met with Flint Hill, Sidwell... Read More
Rider earns IEA National Hunter Seat Final ribbon
Congratulations to Jacey Albaugh ’18, Charlotte Burch ’17, and Emily Leins ’17 for competing in the 2015 Interscholastic Equestrian Association National... Read More
Road closure
Beginning May 4, 2015 and lasting through June 20, 2015, the roadway behind the Hurd will be closed to thru traffic. This closure is necessary to facilitate... Read More
College athletic commitments
Seniors Stephanie Royer and Hanna Powers were recognized for their commitment to play at the next level during a ceremony on April 15, 2015. Hanna signed... Read More
Kylie Jordan '16 named to Washington Post's first team All Met
In the Sunday Washington Post All Met sports feature, junior Kylie Jordan was listed among the Washington Metro areas top student athletes making their... Read More
Madeira karate finishes in style
As part of the Winter Athletics assembly, the Module 5 karate class presented a demonstration including empty-handed kata, weapons kata, partner drills... Read More
Three Madeira riders advance to IEA Finals
Madeira riders who competed in the IEA Zone Three finals faced a long, cold, and at times snowy day, but the riders rose to the occasion against the best... Read More
Six Madeira riders move on to IEA Zone 3 Finals
Congratulations to our Madeira IEA team and riders who competed at IEA Zone 3, Region 2 finals, March 7-8 at Pickwick Stables in Sykesville, MD. Having... Read More
Swim and dive team breaks several records; places 6th at VISAAs
The 2014-2015 swim and dive season came to a close at the Virginia Independent School Athletics Association championship in Richmond, VA, February 14-15... Read More
Honorable visit for Madeira karate
Module 4 karate began with the Madeira dojo being honored by the visit of Hanshi Keith Teller on Friday, January 16, 2015. Hanshi Teller is a 10th degree... Read More
Snails return to Metros; place ninth overall
It has been several years since the Snails have competed at the Washington Metropolitan Interscholastic Swimming & Diving Championships, and their return... Read More
Swim and dive team takes third at ISLs
At the Independent School League conference championship on Friday, January 30, the Snails placed third – just four points behind Flint Hill. Outstanding... Read More
Madeira Dojo promotions from Module 3
The Madeira Karate Dojo is proud to announce the following promotions awarded during Module 3
- San kyu (brown belt): Julia Berley '15
- Yon kyu (purple... Read More
Swim and dive team rolls into winter break 4-0
The swim and dive team has been off to an impressive start with wins at home against Georgetown Day School and Sidwell Friends, and on the road at the... Read More
Madeira's IEA team continues their winning streak
On Sunday, December 14, Madeira's IEA team competed at the Garrison Forest School in Baltimore, MD against 13 teams – Madeira's largest show to date! The... Read More
Madeira riders continue winning streak
The Maderia varsity IEA team returned to competition last weekend, traveling to Oatlands Stables in Gaithersburg, MD. The team won Reserve Champion honors... Read More
Meet our winter sports coaches
With the winter athletic season underway at Madeira, we wanted to introduce our coaches.
Basketball
The varsity basketball team will be led by Assistant... Read More
Holiday Horse Show
Cheer on our equestrians at the Madeira Holiday Horse Show on Saturday, December 6, 2014! The show starts at 9:30 a.m.
College commitments: Senior athletes sign to Division I programs Coastal Carolina and Colgate
On November 13, 2014, Brie Perkins ’15 signed to play lacrosse for Coastal Carolina University and Farrin Saba ’15 signed to swim for Colgate University... Read More
Fall All-ISL and All-State teams announced
Fall All-ISL teams announced
Congratulations to the following athletes for earning ISL All-Conference honors:
- Jaquelin Bishof ’15 -... Read More
Fall athletic season comes to a close
From preseason to hosting the varsity and JV field hockey play days and hosting the Metro Volleyball Championships, Madeira Athletics Department had a... Read More
Riders win doubleheader horse show, qualify for IEA Regionals
Congratulations to Madeira's IEA team who won high point team champions both days at our double header home horse show (November 1 and 2), qualifying the... Read More
Equestrian program has great weekend at WIHS
The weekend of October 17 proved to be a fantastic for Madeira riders at the 2014 Washington International Horse Show (WIHS) regional show. Congratulations... Read More
Karate wraps up first module
Sixteen girls put on a demonstration for their parents and grandparents on Friday, October 10. Students demonstrated empty hand sequences, bo staff forms... Read More
Kita Konerth '16 selected for 2015 Futures Elite Academy
Madeira varsity field hockey goalie Kita Konerth has been selected to train with the Futures Elite Academy in Colorado Springs in 2015. Kita was recognized... Read More
Triumphant weekend for Madeira IEA team
On Saturday, October 4, the Madeira equestrian program hosted a successful VHSA associate show on campus. Riders and spectators alike enjoyed a beautiful... Read More
Volleyball teams top Episcopal
On Thursday, September 25, the Madeira varsity and junior varsity teams faced off against perennial rivals Episcopal High School. With a true team effort... Read More
Cross country team making strides
The Madeira cross country team had a great performance at the Mercersburg Academy Cross Country Invitational. Seven out of twelve Madeira runners had faster... Read More
Madeira volleyball wins in three straight sets in opening match
Madeira varsity volleyball started off the season with a big straight set sweep at in a conference match up against Georgetown Day School on Thursday,... Read More
Fall sports teams
We are looking forward to a great fall season of athletics at Madeira, and happy to introduce our coaches below. Go Snails!
You may view the fall team... Read More
Welcome Madeira's new riding instructor
Ms. Malinda Grice joins Mr. Ian McCartney in bringing collegiate coaching experience to Madeira's Riding Program. As coach of the Penn State Equestrian... Read More
Madeira riders are ready to jump into fall season
This summer the Madeira Equestrian program has been in full swing. Madeira riders have been busy winning many ribbons at shows such as Upperville, Loudon... Read More
Rising junior invited to train with top 30 swimmers under 18
Kylie Jordon ’16 was invited to train at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs last week (June 23-28). The intensive training camp, sponsored... Read More
Madeira lacrosse player named second team All-Met
Congratulations to goalie Ingrid Boyum ’14 for being selected to the Washington Post Second Team All-Met. Ingrid, who holds the Madeira record for number... Read More
Madeira athletes earn All-ISL and VISAA All-State honors
Congratulations to the following five athletes who have been named to the All-ISL team for their respective sports:
- Ingrid Boyum ’14—Lacrosse
- Bri Curran... Read More
2014 spring karate finishes strong
On May 15, thirteen girls received special honors or promotions in USA Goju Karate at the Madeira Dojo. Throughout the term, students developed empty-hand... Read More
Madeira riders place in top ten at IEA Nationals
Over the weekend of May 16, Emily Leins '17 and Claudia Cooper - a sixth grader who participates on Madeira's Middle School IEA team - represented Madeira... Read More
Varsity lacrosse falls short of ISL "A" title by one
Madeira ended a great season in an extremely tight game against the Potomac School at the Independent School League’s “A” conference final on May 15, losing... Read More
Toulia Nwabunnia '14 sets school record in discus
Senior Toulia Nwabunnia crushed the Madeira record in discus on May 10, at ISL championships. Toulia led the competition until the very end, when a Sandy... Read More
Track and Field team takes third at Panther Meet
Madeira’s varsity track and field team competed in the Panther Meet at Holton-Arms on Tuesday, April 22. The team scored a season-high 52 points and earned... Read More
Riders place well at the Black Eyed Susan Horse Show
Madeira riders had a fun and successful day at the Black Eyed Susan Horse Show on April 19, 2014. The horses were great and Madeira girls placed well in... Read More
Varsity lacrosse wins 'Game of the Week'
The Madeira varsity lacrosse team had a decisive 12-3 win against league opponent, Georgetown Day School, this afternoon. Jaquelin Bishof '15 and Tori... Read More
Madeira riders shine at IEA Zone Finals
Over the weekend of April 12-13, Madeira varsity IEA riders competed at IEA Zone Finals at the Garrison Forrest School in Maryland. Zone finals are where... Read More
Breanna Atkinson '12 selected for the U.S. Collegiate National Team
Former Snail Breanna (Bre) Atkinson ’12, of Ashburn, VA, was selected as one of 36 athletes to participate in the U.S. Collegiate National Team (CNT) program... Read More
Varsity lacrosse defeats Episcopal High School
In a true team effort, the Madeira varsity lacrosse team defeated Episcopal High School by a score of 12-9 this past Saturday, April 12.
Senior Madison... Read More
Snails attain numerous personal records at Potomac Track & Field Invitational
Madeira’s track and field team took part in its first full meet of the season Saturday, April 5, at the Potomac Invitational. With a mix of new talent... Read More
Four riders attend College Prep Invitational
Emily Liens ’17, Sydney Ortega ’16, Hanna Powers ’15, and Mollie Thomas '16 attended the College Preparatory Invitational Horse Show in West Palm Beach... Read More
Madeira swimmers earn post season honors
Four swimmer were named to the VISAA all-state team: Stephanie Royer ’15, Farrin Saba ’15, Kylie Jordan ’16, and Michaela Saunders ’14 (pictured left to... Read More
Active winter for Madeira Karate
The winter trimester was filled with highlights for the karate activity program. On two Saturdays in November and February, girls from the Madeira Dojo... Read More
Madeira hosts two-day IEA horse show
Madeira hosted 10 visiting IEA teams over the weekend of February 8-9, in a two-day equestrian event held at the stables. Madeira IEA team managers Caroline... Read More
Swim and dive team finishes fifth at VISAA Championships
Sophomore Kylie Jordan named outstanding female athlete.
Swim and dive finishes regular season 10-1
The Madeira varsity swim and dive team completed its dual meet season with two wins against Georgetown Day School (122-58) and Oakcrest (128-55) in a double... Read More
Madeira riders qualify for post season
The Madeira IEA team has already secured its place at the IEA Regional Finals to be held at Madeira on March 8th and 9th. Riders have spent the last... Read More
Madeira takes fifth at Metro Prep School Swim and Dive Championships
The Madeira varsity swim and dive team placed fifth out of 22 teams at the 2014 Washington Metropolitan Prep School Swim and Dive Championships on Saturday... Read More
Swim and dive wins over Connolly School of the Holy Child
The Madeira varsity swim and dive team improved their dual meet record to 8-1 on Tuesday, January 28 with a win over Connolly School of the Holy Child... Read More
Snails take fourth at ISL swim and dive championship meet
The Madeira varsity swim and dive team captured fourth place at the 2014 ISL championship meet held Friday evening at Holton Arms.
Kylie Jordan ’16 won... Read More
Madeira tops Georgetown Visitation
The Madeira varsity swim and dive team defeated Georgetown Visitation 98-88 in Madeira’s home opener on Tuesday, January 14.
Individual event winners... Read More
Madeira wins two out of three at Woodberry Invitational, Jordan breaks team record
The Madeira varsity swim and dive team won two out of three team scored dual meets at the Woodberry Invitational on Friday night. Madeira fell to St.... Read More
Three senior athletes make Division I commitments
Seniors Ingrid Boyum, Paige Humphrey, and Madison White decided on Navy, William and Mary, and Brown respectively to continue their academic and athletic... Read More
Madeira sophomore part of national record-breaking relay team
Kylie Jordan '16, who is currently competing at the United States Swimming National Championship meet in Knoxville, TN, swam the third leg of a 200 freestyle... Read More
Snails take first at IEA home horse show
Madeira's first IEA home horse show, held on Saturday, November, 23, was a huge success. The Madeira IEA team were phenomenal hostesses, the horses looked... Read More
Swim and dive team wins season opener
The Madeira varsity swim and dive team opened their 2013-2014 season with a 92-78 win over the National Cathedral School.
Individual event winners for... Read More
All-Conference teams announced
Congratulations to the following athletes for earning ISL All-Conference honors:
- Jaquelin Bishof ’15, volleyball
- Paige Humprey ’14, volleyball
- Brie... Read More
Results from Ridge Riders IEA show
Madeira riders traveled to Morgantown, WV for the Ridge Riders IEA horse show in at West Virginia University's Reedsville Riding Center. For the second... Read More
A close to a successful season
Varsity volleyball team finished the season ranked sixth in the VISAA state rankings, qualifying them for the state play-offs. The team traveled to Lynchburg... Read More
Fall Karate
During the fall trimester, 23 girls filled the ranks of the karate activity. Throughout the term, students learned strikes, kicks, sparring combinations... Read More
Results from Full Moon Farm ?IEA? Horse Show
Sunday, October 27, the Madeira's equestrian team jump-started their IEA season by winning a Reserve Champion at their first IEA horse show of the 2013-2014... Read More
JV soccer picks up win over SSSA
The JV Snails earned their second win of the season, beating St. Stephens - St. Agnes 2-1
Hanna Powers ?15 chosen as 2013 USHJA Youth Leadership Award recipient
The Washington International Horse Show recognized Hanna Powers for being chosen as the 2013 United States Hunter Jumper Association (USHJA) Youth Leadership... Read More
Madeira volleyball coach notches 200th win
On Friday, October 11, 2013, Snails volleyball coach Kim Adams notched her 200th win with a big 3 to 2 win over Bishop O’Connell. Adams is in her 19th... Read More
Across-the-board improvement for varsity cross country
Saturday, September 21, Madeira’s varsity cross country team ran at the Mercersburg Invitational meet in Mercersburg, PA. Although it was predicted to... Read More
Two Madeira riders chosen for USHJA Emerging Athletes Program
Maddie Edwards '14 and Hanna Powers '15 have been accepted into the United States Hunter Jumper Association (USHJA) Emerging Athletes Program. This is... Read More
Top ten Madeira sports moments of 2012-2013
Summing up an amazing year of sports is a hard task. So, Athletic Director Katie Lamade and Assistant Athletic Director Caitlin Williams narrowed it down... Read More
Madeira Karate ? Strong in Our Girls
On May 9, fifteen girls were promoted to their next belt level or received special honors in USA Goju Karate at the Madeira Dojo. Throughout the term,... Read More
2012-2013 Equestrian awards
At the spring athletic assembly on May 19, the equestrian program recognized the following riders:
Kat Adstedt '14, winner of the Riding Sportsmanship... Read More
Sucessful show for the Madeira equestrian team
Madeira riders had another successful weekend of showing last weekend at the Washington Bridle Trails Association Spring Horse Show. Their individual ribbons... Read More
Four Madeira athletes move on to the college ranks
These Snails are making haste for the next level of play.
Kylie Jordan '16 chosen as one of the nation?s ?up and coming? swimmers
Swimming World magazine selected Madeira freshman, Kylie Jordan for it's "Up and Comers" section.
Naaila Phoenix '13 places second at ISL/MAC Track & Field Championships
Congratulations to senior Naaila Phoenix who placed second in the triple jump at the ISL/MAC Track & Field Championship on May 10-11, 2013. She flew 35... Read More
Varsity lacrosse finishes third in ISL semi-final
The Madeira varsity lacrosse team finished their season with a tough 4-10 loss to National Cathedral School in the semi-final game of the Independent School... Read More
Chiara Marton '14 wins National Championship
On Saturday, April 20, the Madeira junior won the IEA JV Beginner Flat National Championship in Syracuse, NY.
Senior sets new school record in triple jump
On Saturday, April 13, Madeira Track & Field participated in the Woodward Relays at Georgetown Prep. The meet drew 43 teams from around the area, public... Read More
Kylie Jordan named All-Met Swimmer
Congratulations to Madeira freshman, Kylie Jordan for being named All-Met Second Team in women's swimming in the Washington Post. Kylie, who took first... Read More
Riders place third at IEA Zone Finals
The Madeira IEA equestrian team finished a terrific 2012-2013 season, with one rider making it to National Finals, at the Zone Finals in Chatam, VA the... Read More
Celebrating karate promotions and outreach
At the end of February 2013, the Madeira Dojo held testing and promotions for students of various ranks. During the winter trimester, students learned... Read More
Madeira Equestrian Team wins IEA Regional Championship
Congratulations to the Madeira equestrian team for winning the IEA Zone Three, Region Two Championship on Sunday, February 24. With their win, the team... Read More
Freshman Kylie Jordan led swim and dive team at State Championship
Madeira had a strong showing at the 2013 Virginia Independent Schools’ State Swim and Dive Championships held on February 15-16 in Richmond, VA. The team... Read More
Success for riders at the final regular season horse show
Saturday, February 9, Madeira IEA team riders earned top ribbons and ended their regular season placing third out of 12 teams at the Greenway IEA show... Read More
Rally for the Snails!
As the winter sports season winds down and play-offs begin, students gathered in the Hurd for a pep rally on Monday, February 11. With Mr. Withers as MC... Read More
Swim and dive team finishes regular season 7-1
The Madeira swim and dive team finished their regular season with a 103-83 win over rival Georgetown Visitation on February 5, 2013.
“This was a big win... Read More
Riders place third at second Garrison Forest IEA show
On Sunday, February 3, Madeira's IEA team riders braved the elements and finished a very strong third overall against 12 teams. Special congratulations... Read More
Swim and dive team tie for third at ISL Championship
On Saturday, January 26, 2013 Madeira hosted the swimming component of the 2013 Independent School League (ISL) Swim and Dive Championship Meet. The dive... Read More
JV basketball tops Episcipal 36-30
Madeira JV basketball defeated Episcopal 36-30, led by the 12 points of high-scorer Calli Zarpas '14. Trailing by one at halftime, the Snails defense shut... Read More
Riders place sixth against competitive field
Nearly 200 competitors from 18 teams competed on Sunday, January 20 at the Garrison Forest School in Maryland. Madeira riders held their own and finished... Read More
Madeira riders gallop to victory!
On Saturday, January 12, the Madeira equestrian program hosted 11 visiting teams with more than 80 riders. Madeira riders had success in every division... Read More
Madeira IEA team qualifies for regional finals
Congratulations to the Madeira IEA (Interscholastic Equestrian Association) team as they have qualified to advance to the IEA regional finals to be held... Read More
Holiday IEA Show at the stables
The Snails showed off their best on multiple levels inside and outside of the ring on Sunday, December 1, 2012. It was a wonderful show and the indoor... Read More
Madeira and Excel Academy partner to provide young girls the positive benefits of athletics
In part, the mission of the Excel Academy, a Washington, D.C. public charter school for girls in pre-kindergarten through fourth grade, is to develop the... Read More
Madeira girls continued to thrive in the karate activity program
Twenty-one new and returning trainees filled the ranks for the fall trimester. Throughout the term, students learned a variety of strikes utilizing elbows... Read More
Madeira rider qualifies for IEA Regional Championships
On Sunday, November 18, the IEA team competed at Randolph College in Lynchburg, VA. The team finished third overall. Sophomore rider Hannah Powers led... Read More
All-ISL and All-State players selected
Winter athletic seasons have officially begun, but before we dive (no pun intended, swim and dive team) into the winter games, we would like to congratulate... Read More
Katharine Jiang and Sophie Shah won double #3 championship at the ISL Division A tournament
Congratulations to Katharine Jiang '15 and Sophie Shah '14 who defeated the Holy Child team 10-2 to win the ISL Division A Doubles #3 tournament. The Madeira... Read More
Madeira riders maintain stride
On Saturday, November 2, 2012, Madison Edwards ’14 and her horse Verraux swept the Open Hunter and Children/Adult Equitation divisions at the Washington... Read More
Varsity volleyball finishes second in the Independent School League (ISL) AA Division
Varsity volleyball once again had an impressive season. This is the third consecutive year the team has been seeded in the top two of the ISL AA division... Read More
Hanna Powers to be featured in Washington Post
Hanna Powers ’15, this year’s Youth Ambassador for the Washington International Horse Show, will be featured in the Washington Post in the Kids Post section... Read More
Konerth over time goal clinches varsity field hockey win
In a close home game yesterday, Varsity Field Hockey defeated Mercersburg 2-1 in OT. After an early goal by Mercersburg, Amanda Jaeger '14 put the first... Read More
Nadia Nobrega ’14 receives honors at the USAIGC Rhythmic Gymnastics Nationals Posted September 18, 2012
In June 2012, Nadia Nobrega of Arlington, Virginia, participated at the United States Association of Independent Gymnastic Clubs (USAIGA) national competition... Read More
MAD cross country wins Flint Hill Invitational
In their first meet of the season, the varsity x-country team won the Flint Hill Invitational. Natalie ElSawy, Annalena Kill, and Sophie Luwis finished... Read More
Snail lacrosse stands out at nationals
Bri Curran ‘15, Ingrid Braun ‘15, and Ingrid Boyum ‘14 made their presence known this summer at the U.S. Lacrosse National Tournament in Orlando, Florida... Read More
Hanna Powers '15 named youth ambassador for Washington International Horse Show
Hanna Powers will be the Youth Ambassador for the 2012 Washington International Horse Show that is held annualy in October. Hanna was selected to serve... Read More
Big finish for spring karate
Spring karate drew to a close with two big events. On May 7, the Madeira Dojo hosted Senpai Neil Teller, assistant instructor from the Gainesville Dojo... Read More
Charlotte Heffelmire '15 sets school record at VISAA State Championship Track and Field Meet
Madeira freshman and pioneering pole vaulter, Charlotte Heffelmire, set the school record at the VISAA State Championship Track and Field meet May 19.... Read More
Madeira Glee participated in Music in the Parks Festival
Madeira Glee participated in Music in the Music in the Parks Festival on Saturday, May 19. They scored a Superior rating for their performance of Siyahamba... Read More
Breanna Atkinson '12 selected to US Womens Junior Training Team
Breanna Atkinson '12 was named to the 2012 US Womens Junior National training team (WJNTT). The top top 23 players in the USA were selected for this team... Read More