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A white hurdle with %22HOLLAND PATENT%22 written on it stands on a purple running track, with trees in the background.
A field hockey goalie in protective gear faces an opponent on a turf field with a fence and trees in the background.
Two field hockey players, one in goalie gear and the other in purple, are on a green turf field with a scoreboard in the background displaying %22HOME OF THE GOLDEN KNIGHTS.%22
Two female field hockey players chase a ball on a green turf field with a purple banner displaying a knight logo in the background.
Four field hockey players in purple and white uniforms are on a green turf field with a net in the background.
Four cheerleaders in purple and gold uniforms lie behind their pom-poms on a green turf field with a stadium and sky in the background.
Four smiling cheerleaders in purple and yellow uniforms pose in the foreground with a woman in sunglasses in the right foreground, all against the backdrop of a sunny football field.
A group of teenagers stands on a wet sidewalk in front of a brick building with a large entrance.
A group of young women perform warm-up exercises on a purple track with hurdles and a volleyball net in the background.
Seven young women stand on a purple track in the foreground, with a volleyball net and stadium lights visible in the background.
Several young athletes are on a purple track in the foreground, with a volleyball net and trees in the background.
A group of young women run along a wet sidewalk in front of a grassy area with a sign and trees in the background.
A softball batter in a yellow jersey swings at a pitch on a green field, with spectators and a fence in the background.
A baseball player in yellow slides into a base in the foreground, while other players in blue uniforms are visible on the field with a purple fence and trees in the background.
Athletes race over hurdles on a purple track in the foreground, with spectators watching from bleachers in the background.
Athletes race over hurdles on a track in the foreground, with spectators in bleachers and trees in the background.
Runners in a track race jump over hurdles on a blue track in the foreground, with spectators and a brick school building in the background.
A young man in athletic wear prepares to serve a tennis ball on a court, with a purple fence and trees in the background.
A young man in mid-air swings a tennis racket at a ball, with a purple fence and trees in the background.
A young man in a white tennis shirt and dark shorts prepares to serve on a purple court, with spectators and parked cars visible in the background behind a fence.
A baseball team huddles on a grassy field in front of a chain-link fence and a brick building.
A young athlete in a purple and gold %22Knights%22 uniform stands in the foreground with spectators seated in bleachers in the background.
A lacrosse team stands on a purple turf field in front of a scoreboard, with trees in the background.
Two young men stand in front of a large blue sign with white lettering and images of houses, with a building to the right.
A young softball player in a purple jersey with the number 18 stands on a field with spectators and a school bus in the background.
A baseball player in the foreground throws a ball on a grassy field, with spectators seated on a hill in the background.
Two young baseball players in purple and gold uniforms stand on a dirt infield with a grassy outfield and trees in the background.
A baseball pitcher in mid-throw is the focus, with a catcher in the foreground and spectators and trees in the background.
A softball game is in progress on a bright green field with players in the foreground and a brick building in the background.
A baseball player in white and purple uniform runs towards first base while a player in a navy uniform fields the ball in the foreground, with spectators and a building in the background.
A softball pitcher in the foreground throws a pitch while spectators watch from behind a fence in the background.
A softball game is in progress on a dirt field with a covered dugout in the foreground, while modern buildings stand in the background.
Two young baseball players in yellow and purple uniforms crouch on a grassy field with a baseball backstop and trees in the background.
A large digital scoreboard displaying a tie game with the %22Golden Knights%22 logo is set against a backdrop of trees and a flag.

At Holland Patent, our athletic program is built on collaboration, communication, and a shared commitment to student success. Coaches across all levels work together to ensure our programs are aligned, supportive, and focused on helping every student-athlete grow. We encourage students to get involved, try new sports, and take pride in representing the Golden Knights. 

Athletic Director

Michael Absolom
mabsolom@hpschools.org
(315) 865-7283

Points of Pride
Our athletes and coaches continue to shine across the Tri-Valley League and Section III:

  • 3 TVL Coaches of the Year
  • 2 TVL Players of the Year
  • Section III Team Champion
  • Section III Individual Champions
  • Numerous NYS Championship participants
  • TVL and Section III All-Stars

These accomplishments reflect the dedication, sportsmanship, and hard work of our student-athletes and coaching staff. 

Building Our Athletic Culture
We are proud of recent improvements and ongoing initiatives that strengthen our programs:

  • A new turf field
  • Updated athletic records
  • Making sure uniforms are up to date and following a replacement plan
  • Creating a new "athletic culture" at Holland Patent
    • Stability in the Athletic Director's office, providing clear vision and leadership 
  • Growing student leadership opportunities

Our Hopes and Dreams 
Looking ahead, we are committed to enhancing the athletic experience for all Golden Knights:

  • Facility improvements, including gym floors, scoreboards, practice/game fields
  • Record board for all sports
  • Mascot
  • Opportunities for athletes to compete in special tournaments at different venues.
    • DownTown Classic, Prospect Field, Stop DWI Classic, and the JMA Wireless Dome 

Athletic Secretary 

Brianna DelConte
(315) 865-7273

Athletic Forms