GERSTELL ACADEMY
LEADERSHIP • HONOR • COURAGE

Athletics

At Gerstell Academy, athletics are more than just competition—they are a cornerstone of our mission to cultivate leadership, honor, and courage. With competitive opportunities for Middle and Upper School students, our athletic programs inspire personal growth, foster teamwork, and build resilience. Competing in the MIAA (MD Interscholastic Athletic Association) and IAAM (Interscholastic Athletic Association of MD), we proudly offer a diverse range of sports, including soccer, cross country, basketball, volleyball, wrestling, lacrosse, and baseball. With dedicated coaching staff and a focus on character development, our students develop leadership skills and achieve shared goals, excelling both in the field and in life.

List of 3 members.

Mr. Philip Gilotte

Director of Athletics / Director of Summer Camps / Varsity Baseball Assistant Coach

410-861-3000 / Ext. 2145
AJ Berry

Assistant Athletic Director / Coach - Boys Varsity Soccer

410-861-3000 x2148
Zachary Rhoten

Athletic Trainer

410-861-3000 / Ext. 2111

Team Pages

Athletics Recruitment

College Athletes
In recent years, 25% of our student body has taken their athletic talents to the collegiate level, excelling in their respective sports.

Championships
Winning Tradition: Since joining the MIAA in 2011, our boys athletic programs have captured 10 championships, while our girls programs have proudly secured 5 championships in the IAAM since joining in 2017.

Team Pages
With 11 sports programs available throughout the year, we provide opportunities for upper and middle school athletes to start competing as early as 5th grade.

Athletics News

List of 3 news stories.

Three Gerstell Girls Basketball Players Named NHSCA Academic All-Americans
7/31/2025

Three of Gerstell Academy’s Girls Varsity Basketball standouts have earned national recognition for their excellence on and off the court. Kiara Hardy, Abby Redman, and Shyla Borek were named Second Team Academic All-Americans by the National High School Coaches Association (NHSCA), recognizing their exceptional leadership, academic excellence, and outstanding athletic achievements. Their accomplishments reflect the core values of Gerstell’s leadership-based athletic program.

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Gerstell Academy Celebrates Dual Soccer Championships
11/10/2022
The Gerstell Academy community is celebrating victory with two soccer championships! Both girls’ and boys’ varsity soccer teams brought home a championship!
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Record Turnout for Falcon Summer Baseball School
7/5/2022
The Gerstell Academy Falcon Summer Baseball School returned for its ninth summer season with its highest registration of participants ever, proving to be one of the most popular summer camps in Gerstell’s history.
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