The Junior Varsity teams at Kimball Union Academy are dedicated to teaching fundamental skills, fostering athletic growth, and creating the foundation for future success as Wildcat student-athletes. Focused on development, these teams provide an inclusive and supportive environment for players to improve their abilities, build confidence, and gain valuable game experience.
Coaches emphasize skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship, ensuring that every player grows both on and off the field, ice, court, or track. Through practices, games, and team-building activities, JV athletes learn what it means to be a part of the Wildcat community—playing with pride, determination, and camaraderie.
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Second-Quarter Surge Fuels Kimball Union Academy JV1 Past Holderness, 60–40
After a slow, feeling-out first quarter, the Kimball Union Academy JV1 boys basketball team flipped the switch defensively in the second quarter and never looked back, rolling past the Holderness School JV squad, 60–40, at home.
KUA held a slim 13–9 edge after the opening quarter, with both teams settling into the pace of the game. The difference came in the second, where Kimball Union Academy’s defensive intensity changed everything. Stops turned into transition opportunities, the ball moved well offensively, and the lead quickly grew. By halftime, KUA had opened up a commanding 32–17 advantage.
From there, the game was firmly in Kimball Union Academy’s control. The JV1 squad stayed locked in on the defensive end and continued to share the ball, steadily extending the lead through the second half and closing out a convincing 60–40 win.
Henry Sullivan led the way with a game-high 24 points, providing a consistent offensive spark throughout the afternoon. Myles Boston finished with 10 points, while Eli Modzeleski added nine. Nate Gabin and Jason Wang each chipped in four, with additional scoring from Adi Lesbek (3), Cole Carroll (2), Cash Catlin (2), and Zach Jaffe (2), highlighting a balanced team effort.
Kimball Union Academy is back on the road next, traveling on Saturday the 30th to face Northfield Mount Hermon School. Tip-off is set for 2:00 p.m.
Kimball Union Academy JV1 Boys’ Basketball Earns Win Over Phillips Exeter Academy
The Kimball Union Academy JV1 Boys’ Basketball team opened strong against Phillips Exeter Academy, jumping out to a quick 10–0 lead. Exeter responded with a push of its own, tying the game at 12–12 by the end of the first quarter.
A big defensive effort in the second quarter helped KUA take control, heading into halftime with a 30–17 advantage. From there, the Wildcats cruised, pulling away for a convincing 61–36 victory in Alumni Gym.
Scoring for Kimball Union Academy:
Henry Sullivan – 21
Myles Boston – 8
Bear Martin – 8
Eli Modzeleski – 6
Adi Lesbek – 4
Bryson Morgan – 4
Michael Ho – 2
Cole Carroll – 2
Cash Catlin – 2
William Gordon – 2
The JV1 Boys are back in action at home against Holderness School on January 28, with tip-off at 2:00 PM.
The Kimball Union Academy JV1 boys basketball team jumped out to an early lead, holding an 8–6 advantage after the first quarter in a home matchup against St. Paul's School. Unfortunately for the Wildcats, cold shooting continued as the game went on, while St. Paul’s found a rhythm offensively.
By halftime, St. Paul’s had taken control with a 23–14 lead, and they maintained that momentum through the second half. The final score from Alumni Gym was St. Paul’s 47, KUA 28.
Scoring leaders for KUA:
Myles Boston — 12 points
Henry Sullivan — 7 points
Bear Martin — 3 points
Lucas Yang — 2 points
Zach Jaffe — 2 points
William Gordon — 2 points
The Wildcats will look to bounce back this Saturday, January 24, when they return to Alumni Gym to take on Phillips Exeter Academy. Tip-off is set for 4:00 p.m.