“I attended Saranac Lake High School for my freshman year after attending a similar school to Northwood prior. After my freshman year, I realized I wanted something more like my old school which was more than just a school to me. It was a place that I could feel at home. I found this place at Northwood.
“I came to Northwood mainly for the skiing, and because I wanted a better community like I had before. I had some friends who went to Northwood who said the community was really good, but I was still surprised at how welcome I felt when I arrived. There are so many activities at the start of the year and throughout the year that made me feel welcome. My favorite activity at Northwood was Spring Pickle Ball. It was really a great experience.
“While at Northwood, we have worked and built a really good Nordic Program that works really well. The program has helped me mature as both a person and an athlete. I am hopeful that we get more Nordic specific skiers now that we have a good program with great coaches.
“Next year I hope to ski Division 1. I applied to Baites College Early Decision, and I should get my decision in about a month. I am going to miss the people here the most. I have developed so many special relationships with my teammates, coaches, friends, and teachers. I’ll also miss the place that has become much more than a school to me.”
As told to Jack Kroll ’25. Photo by Michael Aldridge