Dexter School

Dexter Southfield School, located in Brookline, Massachusetts, is one of New England’s most respected independent-school athletic programs and has developed a strong tradition of excellence across a broad range of sports. Known as the Shields, the school competes in the New England Preparatory School Athletic Council and consistently fields competitive teams against many of the region’s top preparatory schools. Dexter Southfield has achieved sustained success in football, basketball, baseball, soccer, field hockey, volleyball, ice hockey, lacrosse, squash, swimming, tennis, golf, track and field, cross country, and rowing. The Shields are particularly renowned for football, where they have established one of the strongest programs in New England’s independent-school ranks while producing numerous collegiate athletes. The school has also enjoyed significant success in boys lacrosse and ice hockey, consistently competing for league and New England championships. Supported by outstanding facilities, exceptional coaching, and a culture emphasizing leadership, character, and academic excellence, Dexter Southfield regularly contends for NEPSAC titles across multiple sports. Its broad athletic success has established the Shields as one of Massachusetts’ premier independent-school athletic programs.