Humans of Northwood: Lucas Smith ‘26

“I spent my first year of high school at GMVS, which is a ski academy in Vermont. The school wasn’t the right fit for me. Switching to Northwood was the best decision I made.

“I am from Saratoga Springs, New York. I love skiing and golf. I am on the Northwood NYSEF Ski Team, and this is my third year at Northwood. I first heard of Northwood through NYSEF winter term in 8th grade.

“I enjoy going into town or golfing with my friends on the weekends. I played varsity golf and baseball in 8th grade. My whole life has been sports-oriented, but I hope to be a successful businessman when I’m older. I plan to take ski racing into college. When I was younger, baseball was my calling, but as I got older, skiing took over my life.

“Something people don’t know about me is that I love cars. My favorite car is a Porsche GT3RS fully spec’d out. I also spend a lot of time traveling for skiing and on family trips, so time at home is cherished, as I am usually at Northwood if not traveling. During my time at home, I enjoy training in the gym, hanging out with friends, being on the lake, and golfing.

“I hope to leave a good impression on everyone. Starting out at Northwood as a 15-year-old little kid, I look back at my time and can reflect on the growth I have had as a student and person. Instead of running around the Berg halls too late at night, I now set the best example I can of an overall well-rounded person for the younger kids here.

“I am looking forward to being able to ring the bell 3 hard times at graduation.”

As told to Yosef Spear ’26. Photo by Mr. Michael Aldridge.

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