“I’m from Saratoga Springs, New York, which is about an hour and forty-five minutes from Northwood. Before coming here, I played on the North Jersey Avalanche. We were in billet houses there, so getting to be in dorms with all the guys is a way different experience.
“I chose Northwood for the profound hockey program we have here. I thought it would be the best thing for me to play the highest-level 18U competition while developing on ice with the resources available and strong academics for my senior year.
“My favorite part about being at Northwood is the tight-knit community we have. Getting to hang out with the boys every day has been the best, and you get to build lasting memories with everyone.
“My best memory at Northwood so far was when my team went to the Pittsburgh Pirates game. It was at the start of the season, so it was a good way to hang out with all the guys while also being a really cool ballpark. The fireworks after the game on the bridge, too, were something I won’t forget. That whole night has been one of the best for sure.
“My plans after Northwood are to play junior hockey. I want to play NCAA Division I hockey after and major in business, finance, or sports management.
“My favorite artist has to be the Lumineers. I got to see them at a concert this summer back home, and it was the best concert I have ever been to.
“The best advice I could give to someone is not to concern yourself about the future and what is not happening now, to only focus on the present and what you can do to get better in the moment.”
As told to Owen MacLean. Photo by Mr. Michael Aldridge.
