Sarah Bennett

Students will LEAP into Spring with New Experiential Program

October 31, 2016 by Sarah Bennett

Mental Strength Key to Athletic Success

September 30, 2016 by Sarah Bennett

Dr. Mara Smith (Photo provided)

Mental strength is very important in sports but it is important to distinguish “mental health” from “mental strength” and “mental fitness” says Dr. Mara Smith, a sport psychology consultant. “What I focus on is mental strength and conditioning,” Smith said, “utilizing an educational framework to help the athletes I work with understand, work on and build the mental skills and strength they need to optimize their physical training and performance. People understand the importance of physical strength and conditioning – I want them to use mental strength and conditioning. If they are only training their body, they are only training part of the athlete.” [Read more…]

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Get to Know Ms. Morgan Illikainen

September 30, 2016 by Sarah Bennett

Ms. Morgan Illikainen (Photo: Sarah Bennett ’18)

What is your job here at Northwood?
I am the 10th grade world history teacher,the girls assistant hockey coach and girls assistant lax coach.

What brought you to Northwood?
After graduating college I decided to move in Lake Placid. I always wanted to coach hockey, and a position opened up here at Northwood. It is like the best of both worlds, being able to teach and coach at the same time.

What made you pick your career?
I was born into a teaching family. I have always enjoyed working with kids. I have worked with a lot of younger groups coaching hockey, and this is my first time being in a high school environment. [Read more…]