Wilmington Friends School athletes delivered a weekend to remember, as the swim and wrestling programs both turned in standout performances at their respective DISC Championships.
Swimming: The WFS swim program delivered an outstanding performance at the DISC Championships on Saturday afternoon. The girls’ team captured the DISC Championship with 338 points, while the boys finished third with 221 points. Eight Quakers earned individual podium finishes, and four relay teams reached the podium.
Top individual performances included:
Kylie Poole ’28: 1st in the 100 back, 1st in the 200 IM
Ellie Romano ’28: 2nd in the 50 free, 2nd in the 100 fly
Aubrey Ashman ’26: 3rd in the 100 fly, 3rd in the 200 IM
Pam Moore ’27: 3rd in the 100 free, 3rd in the 200 free
Rose Mulveny ’26: 2nd in the 100 breast
Cael McDonnell ’28: 2nd in the 200 free, 2nd in the 500 free
Theo Lawrence ’26: 2nd in the 100 fly, 3rd in the 200 IM
400 free relay: 3rd (McDonnell, Matthew McKenzie ’27, Jefferson, Lawrence)
Wrestling: The WFS wrestling program delivered a championship performance at the DISC Championships, earning 163 team points to outdistance second-place Tower Hill and claim its second consecutive DISC Tournament title. Twelve Quakers earned podium finishes.
First-place finishers included Pierce Burns ’26, Jordan Dalby ’29, Sloan Makoujy ’26, Brayden McLaughlin ’28, Cooper Miller ’28, and Levi Sawdon ’28. Matt Fineman ’26, Kyler Fleming ’27, Nya Parker ’27, and Asher Twilley ’28 finished second, while Mike Fineman ’28 and Bennett Martinenza ’29 placed third.
The title capped a strong season for the Quakers, who finished 10–6 in dual meets, went a perfect 5–0 in DISC duals, and repeated as DISC Tournament Champions. The team now turns its focus to the Independent Conference State Qualifier on February 20–21.
Lower school faculty, staff, and students celebrated the 5th grade class as they made one final walk through the halls this morning before entering the Meeting Room for gathering.
Middle school students enjoyed their last day by sharing appreciations, performing at the annual talent show, watching the 8th grade celebration video, and spending time with friends!
8th grade students explored tower design as part of their Innovative Architecture unit with Mr. Machado. Students learned about the history of towers, structural awareness, sustainable use of resources, and community oriented design.
Congratulations, Class of 2026! We are so proud of all you have accomplished during your time at Wilmington Friends School and can't wait to see where your journeys take you next.
From Taco Tuesday at home to a special lunch at La Tolteca, first graders celebrated their study of Mexico with delicious foods, new vocabulary, and lots of smiles!
Congratulations to our middle school band and choir on their outstanding performances at last week's Music in the Parks competition in Hershey, Pennsylvania!
Middle and upper school students enjoyed ice cream and time with friends during yesterday’s 2025-2026 yearbook distribution! The countdown to summer is officially on!
Congratulations to Nora Abd El Kader ’27, Charlie Kurz ’27, Scarlett Murphy ’27, and Nya Parker ’27 for representing WFS at the 2026 Delaware Department of Transportation Bridge Competition held at Polytech High School!
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