News at St. Catherine's

Coach Pontus Hiort Will Lead Saints Tennis

Julie Dayton
In 2004 St. Catherine's was fortunate bring Richard Peyton in to lead the Saints tennis program. Soon thereafter, St. Christopher's also hired Coach Peyton to lead their tennis program (girls play in the fall, boys play in the spring). In 2007, Pontus Hiort signed on to assist Coach Peyton. And for the past 7 seasons, the two have successfully worked together to build both programs. After 10 years, Coach Peyton is turning the reigns of the St. Catherine's program over to Coach Hiort, but will stay on to serve as the assistant and remain as Head coach at St. Christopher's.

Coach Hiort is a full time faculty member in the St. Catherine's History department. Prior to arriving at St. Catherine's, he coached both the men's and women's tennis programs at Northern Illinois University. Coach Hiort on taking over the program: "I am very honored to be the new Head Coach of the Varsity Tennis Team. During the past ten years, Coach Peyton has built an exceptional foundation for the program, and I am excited to seek new ways to improve our team even further. I will work to provide a meaningful athletic experience for our players, and in the process continuing the excellent tradition of Saints Tennis."
Director of Athletics Julie Dayton says “Richard has led St. Catherine’s tennis program through a strong cycle of success. He has given so much of his time and talent, all while juggling a full time job. Stepping into the assistant role will allow him a little more flexibility with his other commitments. These two coaches make a cohesive and effective coaching staff and I am so proud that they are on the Saints coaching staff.”
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Located in the heart of Richmond, Virginia, St. Catherine’s School is a private, all-girls pre-K, kindergarten, elementary, middle and high school. We provide a well-rounded educational experience for girls from communities across Richmond, Chesterfield, Henrico and all of central Virginia. St.Catherine’s all-girls educational experience is rooted in more than a century of history and tradition. From our revolutionary past to our dynamic present, St. Catherine’s has always focused on preparing students for a boundless future.