“I thought I knew what a snowy winter was until I moved up to Lake Placid. The beauty in Lake Placid never gets old, and you only grow to appreciate it even more seeing it every day. I’m from Baldwinsville, New York. With it only a few hours away, it has been great since my family is still able to make the trip up for games. My dad grew up playing hockey, and he was the one who passed along the love for the sport to my younger brother and me.
“I chose Northwood because of the countless opportunities it offers its student athletes. Northwood is a community filled with support from everyone around you that pushes you to your limits. It allows you to strive on and off the ice, with help from your teammates, coaches, teachers, and classmates.
“My favorite part about Northwood is the tight-knit community. You rely on those around you, especially when adjusting to a new team and school. Across teams and sports, we all get to know each other and build friendships that last a lifetime. Living with your best friends is something we often take for granted. Some of my favorite memories are visiting town for dinner with friends and taking in all Lake Placid has to offer.
“It matters most when no one’s watching. I try to live by that because it pushes me to do my best every day. It is what you do when things get difficult, and no one’s looking, that your true character shows. This saying forces you to stay true to yourself and the person you want to become, especially when moving away from home and being accountable for your actions.
“Next year, I am planning to attend St. Lawrence University. I am beyond excited to take my game to the next level on the ice and see how far I can grow in the next four years. I am looking forward to moving on to the next stage of my life, but it is a bittersweet feeling to think about leaving behind my memories at Northwood.”
As told to Sophia DeAnzeris ’25. Photo by Mr. Michael Aldridge.
