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Fine Print is Rowland Hall's magazine—published online only—and includes at least two in-depth athletics feature stories per year.
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Summer Connery first played soccer at six years old, but she didn’t expect to like it.
“When my dad asked me if I wanted to start playing soccer, I was lukewarm to the idea,” she remembered. “Despite this, I still ended up joining a rec team that my dad coached—and I had a blast. From the first day, I loved it.”
She’s good at it too: since those early days on the field, Summer has played on a variety of teams, including the Utah Avalanche (club soccer), the Utah Olympic Development Program (ODP) state team, and the 2020 ODP West Region Costa Rica team. During her four-year career as a Winged Lion, Summer helped the Rowland Hall girls soccer team claim four Region Championships and three State Championships, set a school record of 112 career goals, and amassed an impressive list of achievements, including 2021 Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA) Academic All-State, 2020 Deseret News2A MVP, a 2019 KUTV Prep of the Week, 2019 UHSAA 2A Leading Scorer, 2018 UHSAA State Assist Leader (all classifications), three-time MaxPreps Player of the Week, three-time member of First Team All-State, and a member of the 2021 West Girls All-America Game team. And though her high school soccer career is ending, Summer isn’t yet done with her journey as a student-athlete: on November 10, she signed the National Letter of Intent to play Division 1 soccer at Colgate University, one of her top college picks.
“It was a dream come true to know that a school I loved wanted me to come play soccer for them,” said Summer.
Division 1 schools offer the highest level of intercollegiate sports sanctioned by the NCAA, which will challenge Summer in new and exciting ways.
“Summer is a competitor; she will never settle or coast,” said Colette Smith, Rowland Hall girls soccer head coach. “Summer has been the type of player that works hard on her own and is constantly rallying her teammates to work with her. She evolved so much the past two years as a leader and as a soccer player. I am truly so excited to see what she does at the collegiate level. I know the attributes she shows on the soccer field will also help her in her future endeavors.”
To celebrate her decision to play at Colgate, we asked Summer to answer a few questions about her love of soccer and what she’s looking forward to as a D1 college athlete. The following interview has been lightly edited for length and clarity.
Colgate was one of your top college choices, and not only because of its fantastic soccer program. Tell us about your interest in the school.
I always knew that I wanted to play D1 soccer in college, but equally important to me was finding an institution that valued academics just as much. I had a pool of schools I was interested in, and Colgate stood out as the perfect fit.
How did it feel to commit to playing D1 soccer at Colgate next year?
It was an incredible feeling because it was me officially signing to do what I love, in a place that I love, for the next four years. It was so amazing to think about all that I have gone through to get to this point, and it was a very rewarding feeling and celebration.
You’ve played soccer since you were six years old, and you mentioned that you loved it from day one. Is there a moment that especially stands out in your relationship with the sport?
I think I really, truly fell in soccer when my club team at the time, Black Diamond Soccer Club, won the Sparta Cup in 2013. We started off the tournament with a bad 7-2 loss to a team called Chaos. We got better as the tournament went on and came to meet Chaos again, this time in the finals. We then beat Chaos 4-2 in the finals and we got what I called “the biggest trophy ever.” I remember feeling such great happiness and pride knowing that we worked so hard as a team to overcome the hurdles we faced early in the tournament. It was a great team reward and win in our first tournament as a team.
You've had a successful career at Rowland Hall, including winning three state championships and being recognized as a Prep of the Week in 2019 and the state 2A MVP in 2020. What moment as a Winged Lion are you most proud of?
The moment as a Winged Lion that I am most proud of was in the 2019 finals, when we beat Real Salt Lake Academy in PKs [penalty kicks]. We were down 0-1 at the half, but we knew we weren’t out of it. I scored the tying goal and the winning PK, but it was so much bigger of an accomplishment than any two goals. I was so proud of our team and of our comeback. We could all feel that we were playing well and showed such grit on the field, and then, of course, the shootout required us all to be calm under pressure. It was a roller coaster of emotions throughout the game but I wouldn’t have it any other way because it made the victory that much sweeter.
Tell us about the skills you built at Rowland Hall, both on and off the field, that you'll be taking with you to Colgate.
In terms of off the field, the academics and teachers at Rowland Hall are so incredible and I know that organization and analytical skills I am learning will aid my academic journey at a place like Colgate. In terms of on the field, I have learned so many leadership skills from upperclassmen and coaches, and I am excited to contribute those to the Colgate soccer team and community.
Summer with her biggest fans: dad Brook, sister Paige, and mom Sherri.
Camryn Kennedy is the type of student-athlete you watch and wonder, “How does she do it?”
As a student at Rowland Hall’s Upper School, Camryn has juggled more than just classes and homework—she’s also successfully juggled the responsibilities of a varsity starter on the school’s girls soccer team and as a club soccer player. Over the past four years, Camryn has racked up an impressive list of achievements: she assisted the Winged Lions in winning four Region Championships and three State Championships, she was named Rowland Hall girls soccer MVP in 2021, and she was the 2020 leading scorer in league play with USA Metro, a club soccer team with which she’s played, and placed, in tournaments like the Far West Regional Championship, the Desert Conference League, the Pleasanton Rage Tournament, the Utah State Cup, and the Surf Cup. And through it all, Camryn has stood out—both for her play and for her leadership.
“Camryn has been very special for our team,” said Colette Smith, Rowland Hall’s girls soccer head coach. “She has taken on so many roles throughout the years, performing at different positions and being a calming presence on the field. She has an understanding of reading those around her.”
Camryn’s achievements also didn’t go unnoticed by university coaches. In late 2019, Kai Edwards, head coach of the women’s soccer team at Southern Utah University (SUU), reached out to Camryn about potentially joining the Division 1 school—an opportunity that would allow her to play at the highest level sanctioned by the NCAA. Camryn was able to build a relationship with the program, and by her junior year she knew she wanted to join SUU. On November 10, she made it official by signing her National Letter of Intent to play soccer for the Thunderbirds.
“We are so proud of Camryn’s commitment to SUU,” said Colette. “We are excited to see what she accomplishes at the next level.”
To celebrate her decision to play at SUU, we asked Camryn to answer a few questions about her love of soccer and what she’s looking forward to as a D1 college athlete. The following interview has been lightly edited for length and clarity.
You’ve known since your junior year that you were going to attend and play soccer for SUU. Can you tell us a bit about how that happened and why the school felt like a good fit?
Before I even started looking at colleges, the SUU coach reached out to me. After building a bond with the coaches, I went to visit. Soon after, I went back for my official visit and started to like it more and more. It was a welcoming community and a fun environment.
How did it feel to officially say yes to playing soccer at SUU next year?
I was so excited to officially be a T-Bird. After all the hard work I put in, it was relieving to finally see all my dreams come to a reality.
Looking back on your time on Rowland Hall's girls soccer team, what moment as a Winged Lion are you most proud of?
I have played Rowland Hall soccer all four years—my team is truly like family to me. The connection all of us have on and off the field is astonishing. There is never a dull moment with the soccer team.
Tell us about the skills you built at Rowland Hall that you'll be taking with you to SUU.
School-wise, focusing and being organized is most definitely helpful. Communicating with teachers is a skill I'll be taking to SUU especially, because SUU has smaller classes, which makes it easier to talk to the teachers on a personal level, just like Rowland Hall.
Is there anything else you want our community to know about your soccer journey?
I've played comp for as long as I can remember and always in the same club. My dad [longtime Rowland Hall coach Bobby Kennedy] was my first comp coach, starting when I was eight years old until I was 15, and then he was my high school coach my freshman and sophomore years. My dad has taught me everything I know and continues to coach me every moment he can. From building a soccer field in the back of our yard to building a soccer tennis court at my house, my dad has truly been my encouragement.
Camryn with her proud parents, Kathy and Bobby Kennedy.
Since the age of six, Rowland Hall junior—and passionate ski racer—Mary Bocock has had a big goal: to join the US Ski Team. That dream just came true.
I’ve wanted to be on the team ever since I started racing, so getting the call felt like I was achieving a goal I’d had for over 10 years.—Mary Bocock, class of 2022
On May 3, US Ski & Snowboard announced that 44 top national athletes, including Mary, have been nominated to the US Alpine Ski Team for the 2021–2022 competition season (athletes qualify based on published selection criteria in the prior season). Mary is one of only three new members of the women’s Development Team, also known as the D-Team; she’s also the youngest addition to that team and the only new member hailing from the state of Utah.
“When I got the call from [US Ski Team Coach] Chip Knight congratulating me on my nomination to the D-Team, I was overwhelmed with excitement,” said Mary. “I’ve wanted to be on the team ever since I started racing, so getting the call felt like I was achieving a goal I’d had for over 10 years. I am looking forward to skiing with a group of girls who push me and who know what it takes to be the best.”
Mary had a sensational 2020–2021 race season, which included a November 2020 US Nationals performance with Rowmark Ski Academy that earned her an invitation to compete with the US Ski Team in Europe. After placing in several races in Cortina, Italy, and Garmisch, Germany, in early 2021, Mary returned to the United States to finish the season: at the FIS Elite Races at Sugar Bowl Resort and Squaw Valley, California, she took 10th place overall (second for U19s) in giant slalom, and 11th place overall (fourth for U19s) in slalom. At the FIS Spring Series in Breckenridge, Colorado, she won the giant slalom race—a win that currently ranks her second in the nation and sixth in the world in giant slalom for her age, as well as first and ninth in the world in super-G. Finally, she ended the season with a 12th-place finish in super-G at the US National Championships in Aspen, Colorado.
Mary's fierce competitive nature is among the best in the world and I'm confident that she will take advantage of this opportunity.—Graham Flinn, head FIS coach
“Mary has worked incredibly hard day in, day out, not only this season but for many years in order to put herself in a position to accomplish the goal of being named to the US Ski Team,” said Graham Flinn, head FIS coach for Rowmark Ski Academy. “I'm very proud of the way she carried herself throughout this past year's successes and challenges. She continues to impress with her drive and ability to be a student of the sport. Her fierce competitive nature is among the best in the world and I'm confident that she will take advantage of this opportunity.”
The US Ski Team’s alpine athletes have already kicked off pre-season camps, and the official team will be announced this fall once nominees complete required physical fitness testing and US Ski & Snowboard medical department clearance. We will continue to update the Rowland Hall community on Mary’s progress in this exciting new chapter in her ski-racing career—which she’ll balance alongside her senior year at Rowland Hall—through the fall and winter.
Congratulations, Mary!
The below video, first shared with the Rowland Hall community in April 2021, features Mary's reflections on competing in Europe earlier this year.
Congratulations to junior Mary Bocock, who has had a banner year with Rowmark Ski Academy.
Thanks to her performance at US Nationals in November 2020, Mary was invited to compete with the US Ski & Snowboard Team in Europe, starting in January. She kicked off her journey in Cortina, Italy, where she skied to fourth place overall (second for U19s) in super-G, earning an invitation to travel to Garmisch, Germany. There, she took third place (first for U19s) in super-G, followed by fourth overall and second place in alpine combined, ending with a ranking of 12th overall (second for U19s) at the German National Junior Championships.
“Mary has had an incredible season and has shown on multiple occasions that she is one of the fastest skiers her age in the world,” said Graham Flinn, head FIS coach. “The years of hard work and dedication that she has put in are showing, and we look forward to watching her continue to compete on the international stage. We are proud of her work ethic, ownership, and commitment to being an elite student-athlete.”
Since returning from Europe, Mary has continued to excel on the slopes. In the beginning of March, at Breckenridge, Colorado, she won the giant slalom. At the FIS Elite races at Sugar Bowl Resort and Squaw Valley, California, in March, she placed 10th overall (second for U19s) in giant slalom, and 11th overall (fourth for U19s) in slalom. She then won again in the giant slalom race in Breckenridge, Colorado—with this finish, Mary is currently ranked second in the nation and sixth in the world in giant slalom for her age, as well as first and ninth in the world in super-G. Mary will complete her season at the Women’s US Nationals in Aspen, Colorado, later this week.
Well done, Mary, and good luck in Colorado!
Update April 19, 2021: At the Women's US Nationals in Colorado, Mary placed an outstanding 12th in super-G.
Check out the below video to hear Mary reflect on her time in Europe, as well as to hear Coach Graham Flinn and English teacher Kody Partridge attest to how Mary's a force on the slopes and in the classroom.
This month, Rowland Hall senior Carson Burian committed to the University of Alabama’s track & field and cross country team as a distance runner. He will join the NCAA Division I team next fall as a member of the 2021–2022 roster.
Carson’s dedication to cross country has helped set the tone for Rowland Hall’s team since 2017. Though he will doubtlessly be remembered for his many athletic achievements—among them, four first-place finishes at the Region 17 Championships, a four-year membership in First Team 2A All-State, and recognition as Most Valuable Player, 2017–2020—he will also be remembered for his leadership. As a team member and team captain, Carson was instrumental in leading the boys’ team to a third-place finish at the State 2A Championships (2017 and 2018), a first-place team State finish (2019), and a second-place State finish (2020).
“Carson's discipline and conscientious training are beyond compare,” said Dr. Laura Johnson, Rowland Hall’s assistant cross country coach. “He's built upon his native talent through consistent effort, listening to his body, and pushing himself even during off seasons. But what's been more exciting to watch as a coach is his growing self-awareness as a runner. The development of that faculty led Carson to offer feedback to other runners on their training and form, externalizing his focus in a way that's helped to unify and improve our team. I wish him much success at Alabama, in the form of further self-knowledge as well as top finishes.”
Congratulations, Carson!
We asked Carson to share more about his experience at Rowland Hall and what he’s looking forward to as a member of the Crimson Tide. The following interview has been lightly edited for length and clarity.
Congratulations on signing with Alabama! How does it feel?
It feels great. I cannot thank everybody enough who helped me get where I am. It is extremely relieving, knowing I accomplished what I set out to do freshman year. The feeling I have gained—knowing all the emotions tied with my academics and athletics have paid off at the highest level of NCAA play—is everything I could ask for.
Tell me about your athletic journey up to this point. How did you discover your love of running?
I started cross country in sixth grade; however, I didn’t really have a burning desire to do it. I never trained for any of my three seasons in middle school, and I did not really train that intensely going into high school. However, once I found myself in high school, and competing with remarkable athletes across the country, I realized my love for running, but even more so my love for competing. Once I found the love for both, I didn’t set limits on how far I could go.
You've had an impressive cross country career at Rowland Hall. What is one of your favorite memories of your time here?
I want to let all athletes at small schools know that you are not limited because of your school’s size. It isn’t going to be easy by any means, and you are going to have to put everything you have into it, but you can reach anything you desire.—Carson Burian, Class of 2021
I have many great memories, but I would have to say my junior year at State was the most memorable. We were the favorites going in, but bad races struck members of the team, leading to an uncertain finish. The pain that I saw some of my teammates go through on the final straightaway was the most pure form of competitive spirit I have seen in my life. The willingness of my teammates to put themselves on the line for a State title, to go through that amount of pain for a trophy, is one of the most respectable things I have experienced, and I am extremely proud to say I was their teammate.
What skills did you build at Rowland Hall—both on the track and in the classroom—that you'll be taking with you to college?
Definitely maturity in every aspect in life. The rigorous academics and elite-level athletics crafted me into a time-efficient student-athlete. I learned how to manage everything I wanted with my athletics, and maintain high levels in each respect.
Is there anything else you'd like to share with the Rowland Hall community?
I want to let all athletes at small schools know that you are not limited because of your school’s size. It isn’t going to be easy by any means, and you are going to have to put everything you have into it, but you can reach anything you desire. I also want to thank Rowland Hall Athletics for supplementing me with help for my recruitment process.
Colette joined Rowland Hall in summer 2020 as head coach of the Upper School girls soccer team, taking the reins from longtime coach Bobby Kennedy (BK, to players), who now teaches physical education and coaches girls soccer at Rowland Hall’s Middle School. With her impressive resume, Colette is an ideal successor to BK, who led the Winged Lions to three State Championship victories.
“Colette brings with her a wealth of soccer background, both as a decorated player and as a successful coach,” said Athletics Director Kendra Tomsic. “She has brought on board two equally qualified assistants, Annie Hawkins and Haylee Cacciacarne. Together, this dynamite staff—full of positive energy, enthusiasm, and love of the game—is inspiring our team to a very successful 2020 season.”
To help introduce Colette to the Rowland Hall community, we asked her to play a round of 20 questions. Her answers—lightly edited for style and context—appear below.
1. Welcome to Rowland Hall! This summer you joined our community as head coach of the Upper School girls soccer team. Why did you choose to come to Rowland Hall?
I applied for the job and after the first interview knew it was a special community. I wanted to be a part of something that I believed in, both on a soccer and community level.
2. Soccer has been a major part of your life. How did you first become interested in the sport?
I have four brothers that played. My dad also played soccer, and he and I would go to the park to play. It was the best because we’d just play. He didn’t coach or expect anything. I just followed him with the ball.
3. You’re not new to coaching. You previously assisted Davis High School to three state and two national championships, and you coached the Utah Royals FC Reserves to a runner-up spot in the Women's Premier Soccer League National Championship in their inaugural season. What’s the number-one thing you’ve learned about coaching (so far)?
It’s all about the players. I genuinely care for every player and respect their needs and feedback. My job is to help them be their best. That takes us understanding each other.
4. What do you think is the best thing about coaching at the high school level?
Being with the team almost every day. We are able to implement tactics and build off each game and practice. I also enjoy getting to know the girls. It is a rather quick season, but we spend so much time together and that makes it so much fun.
The girls have learned that they can do hard things. They are sacrificing to be able to play the sport they love. I am incredibly proud of them every day.—Colette Smith, Upper School girls soccer head coach
5. In addition to coaching, you have an impressive background as a player—you played for Brigham Young University, where you captained the team to two West Coast Conference Championships and an NCAA tournament run to the Elite Eight, and you played professionally for Real Salt Lake Women and Utah Royals FC. What moment from your own athletic career are you most proud of?
I am honestly just happy I got to play the game I love competitively for so long.
6. We’ve been hearing a lot about challenges in athletics this fall due to COVID-19, but do you think there are unique opportunities or benefits to this season?
The girls have learned that they can do hard things. They are sacrificing to be able to play the sport they love. I am incredibly proud of them every day.
7. Let’s take a moment to learn a little bit more about who you are off the field. What three words would you use to describe yourself when you’re off duty?
Mom, playful, adventurer.
8. Where’s your happy place?
Outdoors.
9. Where do you want to travel next? (You know, when air travel isn’t quite so scary.)
Greece.
Colette and her coaching staff look on as the Winged Lions play the Logan High School Grizzlies on August 27.
10. What’s your favorite way to unwind at the end of a busy day?
Reading books with my boys.
11. If you could only eat one thing for the rest of your life, what would it be?
Plums.
12. What book do you read over and over?
Atomic Habits by James Clear.
13. What was your favorite subject in high school?
Psychology.
14. What’s your family’s favorite thing to do on the weekend?
Mountain bike.
15. What’s one fun fact about you that you don’t often get to share?
I broke my jaw and had it wired shut.
16. Who’s your favorite soccer player of all time?
Mia Hamm.
17. Is there a sport you enjoy watching or playing besides soccer?
Spikeball and pickleball.
18. Who has been one of the biggest influences in your life?
My husband.
Every action you take is like a vote for the type of person you want to become.—Colette Smith
19. To wrap things up, let’s talk a bit about your goals during your first season at Rowland Hall. We know that playing sports helps young adults build important life skills. What top life skills do you want to help build in your student-athletes this season?
Confidence in themselves and empathy for others.
20. What’s one piece of advice you have learned over your career that you want your players to keep in mind this year?
Every action you take is like a vote for the type of person you want to become.
Update December 18, 2020: Kudos to Colette for winning high school regional coach of the year in our category (private/parochial – fall Northwest) from United Soccer Coaches.
Update October 26, 2020: In her first season as head coach, Colette led her team to their fourth consecutive State Championship.
This story originally appeared in the January 2020 Rowland Hall Gazette. It has been updated for Fine Print.
Wake up at 6:30, eat breakfast and get ready for school at 7:15, leave for school at 7:25, go to school from 8:15 to 3:05, practice soccer from 6 to 8, get home at 8:30, do homework, eat dinner, and go to bed.
That is a daily routine for me. Being a student-athlete requires time management, good communication, and organizational skills. We have many things to juggle on our schedules, and we don’t always have a lot of time for friends, family, or schoolwork.
To show how we fit it all in, I interviewed four student-athletes who play soccer at Rowland Hall. I chose to interview soccer players because the sport is played year-round and is very time-consuming. I discovered that they have all learned how to manage their time differently but successfully.
Student:
Camryn Kennedy
Year:
Sophomore
Teams:
Rowland Hall, USA Metro
Camryn devotes three and a half hours to soccer practice per week. When I asked her how she manages her time as a student-athlete, she said, “I always put school first.” I am on the same club team as Camryn, and our coach always tells us that we have to put school first, even if as a result we miss practice. I also asked her how being an athlete makes her a better person. She said, “It is easier to communicate. When I am on the field, I talk a lot and I transfer that to everyday life.” I would have to agree with this. We have to talk to our teachers more about missing school, and we talk to many coaches, players, and teammates. It is necessary to talk on the field to tell your teammate what to do, when someone is right behind them, to get wide or to come in closer, or even just, “Good job.” This relates to talking to people in everyday life, because talking on the field makes you more comfortable talking to people outside of sports.
Student:
Aimar Perez
Year:
Freshman
Teams:
Rowland Hall, USA Metro
Aimar also devotes three and a half hours a week to soccer. She plans ahead in order to manage her time with her crazy schedule. I asked her how she is different from her friends who don’t play sports, and she said, “I don’t hang out with my friends as much as they hang out with each other.” Sports are very time-consuming, and you need to have an organized schedule, which sometimes makes you lose time for your friends. Aimar said that sports give her a different perspective on life.
Student:
Jesus Lamas
Year:
Junior
Teams:
Rowland Hall, La Roca, Olympic Development Program
I think it is easier to be an athlete because you develop more confidence—we are used to the pressure of our sports and many people coming to watch our events. In my opinion, I am not as scared to mess up in front of people because I already have.
Jesus devotes 16 hours a week to his sport. He said that he has developed good time management, and he tries not to waste any free time. “Athletes are more confident, fit, have better mindsets, and are more interesting,” he told me. Staying fit is a key component of being an athlete, and it takes a lot of time. You have to make healthy food choices, practice with your team, and take time to practice on your own. I think it is easier to be an athlete because you develop more confidence—we are used to the pressure of our sports and many people coming to watch our events. In my opinion, I am not as scared to mess up in front of people because I already have. That is also why we have better mindsets. We are under pressure all the time and mess up daily. I think that because of this, we look at the positives and have a better mindset. And athletes are interesting because it is fun to learn about their sports and their backgrounds, like how they started and their inspiration.
Student:
Mason Schlopy
Year:
Sophomore
Team:
Park City Soccer Club; in addition to soccer, Mason skis for Rowmark Ski Academy
Mason spends around 28 hours a week playing and training for his sports. When I asked Mason how he manages his time, he said, “You have to be efficient when working on school when time is limited. Also, communicating with teachers becomes very important.” He stays busy all of the time and has limited time to hang out with his friends. “Being an athlete has shown me that nothing is given and everything is earned, and that is also relevant in school. Being an athlete has shown me how to be respectful, part of a team, and committed to something that I love.” Commitment is necessary in order to become successful, and a very good trait for life because you have to stay committed in a relationship, to a schedule, and to many more things that you want to devote your time to.
Student-athletes require good time management that can be practiced in many different ways. There are many factors to becoming a successful student-athlete, and people handle it differently. Even though it is stressful at times, I always have enough time to spend with family and friends and to get everything done that I need to. In my opinion, being a student-athlete makes us better in the long run because we have to plan everything early, communicate with more people (including those older than us), stay committed to the important things in our lives, and do work in a limited time.
Top photo: Jada Crockett playing soccer for Rowland Hall.
Rowland Hall’s winter sports program introduced now-junior Samantha Paisley to backcountry skiing in eighth grade. Now, she’s in Lausanne, Switzerland, representing the United States in ski mountaineering—what she describes as “backcountry ski racing”—at the Youth Olympic Games.
This is the first year that ski mountaineering—known as SkiMo—will be included in the Youth Olympic Games (YOG), and the sport may be added to the Winter Olympics in 2026. In Lausanne, Samantha is one of only two US girls and one of 48 total international athletes competing in SkiMo. She’ll race in all three events: the individual on January 10, the sprint on January 13, and the mixed-nations relay—featuring randomly grouped teams of two boys and two girls—on January 14.
A description of the SkiMo events, according to olympic.org:
"Individual races are similar to a marathon, with athletes setting off in a mass start over a course with at least three ascents and descents and up to 1,900m of elevation gain. Races typically last between one-and-a-half and two hours, with at least one ascent where athletes need to remove their skis and climb on foot. As the name suggests, sprint races are much shorter and faster than individual races. The total ascent and descent is usually around 100m, with the fastest athletes completing the course in approximately three minutes. Relay races, meanwhile, feature a team of three or four athletes, with each member of the team completing a short circuit one after the other. Like the sprint, the relay is quite a fast event, with each circuit lasting about 15 minutes and including two ascents and descents."
Samantha Paisley at the 2019 SkiMo World Championships.
Join us in supporting Samantha and Team USA: Rowland Hall is throwing a YOG SkiMo viewing party (event TBD) at noon on Monday, January 13, in the Larimer Center. We’ll also share Samantha’s results on Twitter as we hear them. A TeamUSA.org article details more ways to keep track of the YOG: check TeamUSA.org/Lausanne2020 or Team USA’s social channels; sign up for the Team USA Daily newsletter; download the Team USA app; or check the Olympic Channel or their app.
We chatted with Samantha before she traveled to Lausanne on January 6, the same day school started up after winter break. She’ll miss two weeks of class to compete in the YOG, but thanks in part to Rowmark Ski Academy, Rowland Hall’s teachers and staff already have the infrastructure to help elite student-athletes succeed.
The following Q&A has been lightly edited for length, style, and context.
How do you explain SkiMo to people who’ve never heard of it?
I usually describe it as backcountry ski racing. You start at the bottom of the mountain with skins on the bottom of your skis, race to the top, take the skins off, ski down, put the skins back on, and race right back up.
How did you get into this sport?
I found it in 2017, the winter of my eighth-grade year. I picked backcountry skiing (chaperoned by teachers Bill Shann and Molly Lewis) for my winter sport and had so much fun! Then my mom—a Snowbird ski-patroller/physician who’d been backcountry skiing for years—took me touring a few more times, and the skiing was incredible. Later that season I saw a flier for the Wasatch Powder Keg, a race at Brighton that covers the entire resort and the backcountry (i.e., Snake Creek and Guardsman Pass). So the next weekend I showed up to the race and got fourth place.
I even had a chance to use my Chinese mid-race—as I passed the athlete from China, I said some words of encouragement. After the race, she came up to me and we had a whole conversation in Chinese.—Junior Samantha Paisley
In March you competed in the World Championships in Villars, Switzerland. How did that go?
I finished as the 12th woman under age 17. It was such a neat experience. I learned so much about racing, balancing my school work, and standing up for myself. I became friends with the junior overall world champion, Katia from Russia, and we’re now pen pals. I even had a chance to use my Chinese mid-race—as I passed the athlete from China, I said some words of encouragement. After the race, she came up to me and we had a whole conversation in Chinese.
How did you qualify for the YOG?
The only race we’ve had this season was the Youth Olympic Qualifiers in Eldora, Colorado, where I ranked second overall (I got third in the individual and first in the sprint). My time in the sprint ranked me as the second-fastest woman of that day—the same day as the national championships for the elite men and women. So there was some pretty tough competition.
Samantha Paisley in the top podium spot for the sprint at the Youth Olympic Qualifiers in Colorado.
How does it feel to be representing your country in the YOG? And doing so during SkiMo’s debut?
It’s crazy! I can’t believe that out of all the youth athletes, I get to go. This sport is becoming more and more competitive and it feels surreal to be a part of such a monumental moment in SkiMo history. I’m also excited to meet people from other countries and watch some events. I’m very excited to see figure skating.
When you get into the right headspace and feel confident, ignore everything else, and push yourself to go as fast as you can, it’s the best feeling in the world.
SkiMo is known as a grueling sport—is that true? Why have you continued to compete at such an advanced level? What drives you?
Honestly, the sport is very, very physically intense, but the hardest part is the mental component. It’s easy to give up quickly and it’s also easy to give up when you get passed by someone. Because of the length of the courses, you don’t move as quickly as if you were running or biking, and that can get frustrating. Therefore, no matter your physical fitness, if you aren’t in the right headspace it’s hard to do well. On the flip side, when you get into that headspace and feel confident, ignore everything else, and push yourself to go as fast as you can, it’s the best feeling in the world.
I love this sport because all ages usually compete at the same time. It’s awesome because I get to train and race with incredible women and men who’ve not only raced the world circuit and done well, but also maintained full-time careers and balanced their lives well. It’s unreal that I have the mentors I have. And it’s also cool because there are a lot of young kids who look up to me on my Silver Fork SkiMo team, and I can be a role model and mentor to them.
What’s your training like?
I train everywhere I can. The beauty of SkiMo is that as long as you’re traveling uphill, you’re training. So, I spend my days hiking, running, biking, and skiing. I also joined Utah Crew and spend the spring, summer, and fall training with them.
In the winter, I work out indoors once or twice a week. Cross-training is a big part of my philosophy because doing only one activity intensely can result in injury; it’s important to use muscles other than the ones specific to your sport. My SkiMo practice consists of two or three days of endurance—I often get 4,000 to 5,000 vertical feet in, which is about eight to 10 miles, depending on the location. I do sprint/interval work three times a week, and one of those days I do a crew workout. I take one or two days off to rest, mainly to catch up on sleep, do homework, and study for tests and quizzes.
Where do you hope to go with the sport—can you do it at the college level? Beyond? The 2026 Olympics?
After the YOG my goal is to qualify again for the US National Team and return to Europe to race in the World Championships in 2021. I also hope to ski in college—wherever I go, I want to start a team if there isn’t one. But I haven’t thought about my SkiMo future a lot. I like to live in the moment and set small goals—especially in such an intense sport, it’s hard to have a lot of lofty goals without losing perspective. I do have a national teammate, Grace Staberg, who is a senior in high school and is over in Europe for the rest of the school year racing the World Cup series. I wouldn’t be opposed to that.
Top photo: Samantha Paisley making the first ascent in the individual event at the World Championships in Villars, Switzerland, on March 11.
A heartfelt thank you to our Booster Club leaders Erica Keil, president, and Melanie Bates, treasurer, for their volunteer service to our Athletics Department. Not only do they serve in these leadership positions, but they also are active parent liaisons themselves throughout the year. Their enthusiasm and devotion to making the athletics experience better for our coaches and student-athletes is unmatched and greatly appreciated.
The Upper School athletics program would like to also give a shout-out to the parent volunteers who took on the role of booster parent liaison for each of our fall athletic teams. A huge thank you to Sue Houden and Melanie Bates (volleyball), Sherri Connery and Kathy Kennedy (girls soccer), Ashley Boe (girls tennis), Beth Jahn (cross country), and Allison Paradise (boys golf) for giving your time and energy to help organize and communicate with other parents who served as ticket/concession table workers (volleyball), covered snacks and drinks for our teams during the season, and made arrangements for end-of-season award celebrations for their respective teams. Your help is invaluable, and we could not function at full steam without you. Many thanks!
Finally, a heartfelt thank you to ALL the parents of student-athletes who participated in our fall athletic programs—your willingness to help when needed is truly appreciated.
Each sports season, the Region 17 Board of Managers recognizes with Academic All-Region honors those seniors who meet the award criteria of being a regular starter or performer on a varsity team and having at least a 3.75 cumulative, non-weighted GPA. Fourteen fall sports athletes were so recognized, including girls soccer players Lizzie Carlin, Grace Baranko, Kaitlyn Bates, Mary Bocock, Summer Connery, Julia Graham, and Micha Nenbee; volleyball players Ella Espenes, Ella Houden, and Casey Maloy; boys golf team members Danny Damico and Mercer Paradise; girls tennis players Madeline Frazier and Tennyson Seethaler; and cross country team member Max Smart.
The Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA) also recognizes excellence in the classroom with the designation of Academic All-State, awarded to senior student-athletes who are regular starters or performers for their varsity teams and who have a non-weighted, cumulative GPA of 4.0, or who meet a new index that they have developed based on GPA and SAT or ACT scores. Ten of our fall sports student-athletes earned that award, including Max Smart (boys cross country); Danny Damico and Mercer Paradise (boys golf); Madeline Frazier and Tennyson Seethaler (girls tennis); Casey Maloy (volleyball); and Lizzie Carlin, Grace Baranko, Kaitlyn Bates, and Summer Connery (girls soccer).
The Utah Interscholastic Athletics Administrators Association (UIAAA) sponsors a program whereby they recognize the school in each classification and in each varsity sport within that classification with a Top Team GPA award. We are very proud to say that our boys golf team was recognized with this award this fall; they posted a 3.883 team GPA.
Congratulations to these Winged Lions on achieving excellence not only in the competitive athletics arena, but also in the classroom!
Postseason Recognition for Winged Lion Fall Sport Athletes
Five athletes in our girls soccer program and two athletes in our volleyball program were named to the Region 17 All-Region team in their respective sports for the 2021 season. Congratulations to soccer players Summer Connery, Camryn Kennedy, Maile Fukushima, Lizzie Carlin, and Micha Nenbee and to volleyball players Casey Maloy and Enna Mustajbegovic on being recognized for their outstanding play by the coaches in the region! (The Deseret News All-State teams in these two sports have not yet been released.)
Kudos also to cross country runners Ezra Rabin Shilling and Evan Jahn and to golfer Matt Siegal on their stellar performances at state, which earned them All-State honors this fall.
Teamwork, Grit, Fun was this year’s volleyball team mantra, and the 26 players who stepped on the court each day in practice and at every match certainly kept those key words at the forefront of their play.
Led by senior captains Ella Espenes, Ella Houden, Casey Maloy, and Enna Mustajbegovic, our fun-loving, talented team came to practice each day with a mindset to improve; they knew that they would sometimes fail, but they had a determination and desire to learn and grow from mistakes and to get better as individuals so that our team would get stronger—while at the same time keeping an element of fun going all the time. That mentality paid big dividends! Thanks much to our captains and seniors Kylee Lacy, Jezzie Sammons, and Tina Su; juniors Ryan Aguilar, Vika Feletoa, Jasmine Le, Kat Mantas, Aileen Robles, Deja Shirkey, and Jordyn VanOrman; sophomores Lauren Bates, Regan Hodson, and Lilly Swindle; and ninth graders Dylan Bookhamer, Bb Comeros, Abby Downs, Emma Hare, Sophia Lieskovan, Anna Lui, Rebecca Miles, Luella Murphy, Chase Noteware, and team manager Gemma Ciriello for investing in and living our mantra all season long.
Following a solid preseason schedule that included matches with 3A Judge Memorial and Providence Hall, as well as 1A State Champion ICS and last year’s 2A state runner-up Millard High—all tough competitions during which we tweaked our varsity lineup numerous times—the team was well prepared to start region play in mid-September.
League play in Region 17 brought much success for our teams at all levels of play: the junior varsity (JV) team posted a 6-4 record, the frosh team went 4-4, and our varsity team ended the season at 7-3; varsity’s only losses came at the hands of archrivals St. Joe (two losses) and Waterford in some exciting contests that featured many lengthy rallies. Varsity highlights of the league season included a two-sets-down, come-from-behind, five-set victory over Waterford before a packed house in the Den on blackout night, an undefeated run in the Wendover Tournament, and a solid second-place finish at the 1A/2A Clash Tournament in Richfield, where we narrowly lost to nemesis St. Joe in a five-set barn burner. Our pink night breast cancer fundraising match in mid-October was a huge success, as our team and those who came out to support the game that night helped us raise over $3,000 for breast cancer research at the Huntsman Cancer Institute.
Our third-place finish in Region 17 set us up to host the first round of the State 2A Tournament, a match that pitted us against UMA Hillfield and that we won handily in the Den in three straight sets to advance to the Sweet Sixteen of the state tournament, held at Utah Valley University in Orem on October 29 and 30—the first time the team qualified since 2018, due to COVID precautions. The double-elimination tournament saw us face a tough American Heritage squad in our first match. Despite battling every point, we were unable to overcome the offensive firepower of the Patriots and lost, thus putting us into the consolation bracket. We next faced Draper APA; after an unexpected first set loss against a team we had defeated twice earlier in the season, our athletes buckled down and showed the grit and teamwork that had become our trademark during the season. They battled back to win the next three sets, capturing the victory and a chance to continue playing on Saturday, with an opportunity to place in the top eight in the tournament.
Our opponent for Saturday morning’s match was a talented North Sevier team. Although all three sets were hotly contested and featured numerous exciting rallies, we lost to the Wolves in straight sets and were thus eliminated from further tournament play. We finished in the top 12 in 2A volleyball, an accomplishment that we are all very proud of!
Thanks to my coaching staff—Kathy Howa, Chloe Coleman-Houghton, and Kacie Turcuato—whose support of the team, and me, was invaluable. A special shout-out to our four senior players, Enna Mustajbegovic, Ella Houden, Casey Maloy, and Ella Espenes, who anchored the varsity team this year and whose talent on the court and leadership by example was key to the success we had this season. Kudos also to seniors Tina Su, Kylee Lacy, and Jezzie Sammons, who were key players on the JV team all season and helped lead that squad to much success this year as well. Thanks to all seven of you for all you’ve given to the volleyball program these past four years—you will be much missed!
End-of-season awards went to Casey Maloy, MVP; Enna Mustajbegovic, Heart of a Lion Award; Ryan Aguilar and Deja Shirkey, Coaches’ Award; Jordyn VanOrman, Most Improved; Ella Houden, The Wall Award; Ella Espenes, Super Server Award; Chase Noteware, Offensive MVP; and Jasmine Le, Defensive MVP.
Postseason recognition thus far has gone to All-Region 17 players Casey Maloy and Enna Mustajbegovic (Deseret News All-State has not yet been selected). Senior varsity starters Casey Maloy, Ella Houden, and Ella Espenes earned Academic All-Region 17 honors, and Casey was one of 10 2A volleyball athletes to be recognized with the prestigious Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA) Academic All-State award.
A huge congratulations to the team on a wonderful finish to an exciting, memorable, fun-filled, and very successful 2021 season—you were the highlight of my every day and are champions in my book. Thank you!
The 2021 Rowland Hall girls tennis team got off to a good start on August 4, with three weeks of practice in terrific weather, and concluded on October 9 with terrible weather at the 3A State Championships. Observing safe COVID protocols of masking and social distancing, the team got through the season with no illnesses and just a few minor injuries.
The early part of the season was filled with many non-region matches against 3A, 4A, 5A, and 6A schools, including Brighton, East, West, Highland, Grantsville, and Murray. It was good for the team to compete against some of the larger schools, as it gave our players confidence early on that would help as the season progressed.
After the school year started, we began region play and, coupled with a sprinkling of non-region matches, the team had a very busy September; we rolled to a 6-1 region record, with the only loss coming at the hands of Maeser Prep. In region play, the team won 28 matches and dropped only nine. Total set count won was 56, compared to losing only 23, proving terrific depth within the team. The team headed to the region tournament with some good momentum and eager to compete.
The region tournament was held at Liberty Park over two days in late September, and after a terrific first day, three of our five positions advanced to the finals. Due to the depth and talent of our team, we captured our second consecutive team region title, with solid play from Alivia Boe, Tennyson Seethaler, Erika Prasthofer, Agustina Salazar, and Kate Altman. Our #2 Doubles team of Madeline Frazier and Elena Owens took the first-place individual title at that position.
After 10 days, due to Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA) scheduling with other classifications, we headed to the State 3A Tournament, where we were met with weather challenges. All the matches for the state tournament were held indoors, which proved to be a disadvantage for our team. We had many long matches that took their toll over the two days, but all in all it was a good tournament for our team: both our doubles teams played through to the semifinals, and Tennyson Seethaler took second place overall at the second singles spot. The rest of the players were there to cheer for the entire varsity team and showed a lot of Winged Lion team spirit throughout the tournament.
As only seven players can make the final roster for the varsity team, we had to play many challenge matches to determine those positions, as well as use the results of some region play. If a player played a varsity match, they earned a team varsity letter. Those additional players were Chloe Flanagan, Ainsley Moore, and Maggie Estabrooks.
Assistant Coach Susan Daynes headed up our junior varsity (JV) team this year and did another magnificent job. We had 16 players on the JV team, and while they were considered JV, they were a big part of the entire team as we have a one-team approach and every player is as important as any other. Due to the size of the team, we also added a part-time assistant coach, Cory Levetan, who was a tremendous help. The JV players this year consisted of Isabelle Bown, Grace Frazier, Katerina Gianoulis, Francis Hodson, Madilyn Mulford, Marina Peng, Isabella Rust, Nadia Scharfstein, Kelly Siegal, Paige Timmeny, Aurelie Wallis, and Angel Wang. The entire JV team played many matches against other schools, which was essential to their growth and the strength of our program. The JV season ended with our annual JV tournament, with Francis Hodson winning the tournament as well as a new Yonex racquet.
The season concluded with a wonderful team awards banquet held at the Boe family home, a great venue and a nice event that also gave us a chance to recognize the 2020 State Championship team, as five players from that team were present at the banquet. Individual awardees honored at that gathering included Tennyson Seethaler (MVP); Alivia Boe and Madeline Frazier (Coaches’ Awards); Elena Owens (Most Improved Player); and Maggie Estabrooks (JV MVP).
Two of our players, Madeline Frazier and Tennyson Seethaler, earned Academic All-Region and UHSAA Academic All-State honors, and we congratulate them on this recognition.
It was a pleasure to coach this team. We have a lot of talent coming back for next year, so there is a lot of excitement for the future.
The 2021 boys golf season is in the books. Rowland Hall had another great year, finishing first in Region 17 for the fourth consecutive season and second at the 2A State Tournament. Senior team captains Mercer Paradise and Danny Damico, as well as Zach Schwab, earned individual region titles over the past three seasons, and all three had strong golf careers at Rowland Hall.
Our team was a mix of young and old as, in addition to the three seniors mentioned earlier, the team consisted of juniors Carson Kawabata and Jack Vitek, sophomores Matt Siegal, Nate Kantor, and Kelton Ferriter, and ninth grader Jack Revoy.
Sophomore standout Matt Siegal led our varsity team throughout the season, with a scoring average of 74, and continued to do so at state, where he had a strong showing, finishing in fourth place. Teammates Mercer Paradise and Carson Kawabata had top-20 finishes in the state tournament as well, with teammates Danny Damico, Zach Schwab, and Kelton Ferriter rounding out the Winged Lion varsity team, which took home the state runner-up trophy behind a tough Beaver team.
End-of-season awards were presented to Matt Siegal, MVP; Mercer Paradise and Danny Damico, Captains’ Award; Kelton Ferriter, Most Improved; and Nate Kanter, Heart of the Lion Award.
We are also proud to announce that Mercer Paradise and Danny Damico were recognized with Academic All-Region honors and were named to the prestigious Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA) Academic All-State team for 2A boys golf. Additionally, our team was awarded a plaque by the Utah Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association, as we posted the top team GPA (3.883) in 2A boys golf this year—an accomplishment we are very proud of!
With all the continued success by the Winged Lions this season, the future is looking bright. Assistant Coach Maxwell Sueoka and I are excited to see what lies ahead for Rowland Hall boys golf!
We started our soccer season on a warm summer morning in late July and ended on a crisp fall night in October. This year, we had a strong senior class whose leadership was key to our success. We finished with a 13-4 record, falling to RSL Academy (1-0); Morgan, a team that finished as the State 3A runner-up (4-2); and 4A Logan (4-2). An undefeated Region 17 season brought an amazing seventh consecutive region title, followed by a runner-up finish at state in a hard-fought heartbreaker, falling to Waterford, 4-3, in the waning moments of the match.
Highlights of the season included a win over 5A Springville and two region wins over Waterford. Both league matchups with archrival Waterford were exciting contests with a great competitive atmosphere. Our first meeting with the Ravens ended with a 2-1 victory in overtime. We saw them again at home, where we pulled off a dominant 5-2 win before a pack-the-bleachers rowdy crowd of Winged Lion fans at Steiner Field.
This team was challenged early on in our very competitive preseason schedule. They were led by an incredible group of seniors who took the time to make sure every underclassman was taken care of and felt part of the team—a team culture that carried onto the field as they played so well together, and with a unified mindset and goal. We want to thank all the administrators, faculty, staff, parents, and students who supported us during the season. The crowd at the state final was amazing—there were so many rooting for us, and we felt it during the regular season and saw it at Rio Tinto. Thank you!
Team members this year included Grace Baranko, Kaitlyn Bates, Halle Baughman, Mary Bocock, Elisabeth Bocock, Finley Bodeen, Lizzie Carlin, Madeline Carlin, Paige Connery, Summer Connery, Carolina Corcoran, Eliana DeBellis, Thea DeBellis, Dakota Erickson, Maile Fukushima, Julia Graham, Claire Hersh, Ruby Jeschke, Mei Mei Johnson, Kavitha Kasturi, Camryn Kennedy, Ming Lee, Ashlyn Lieberman, Beatrice Martin, Micha Nenbee, Kayla Norman, Quinn Orgain, Zakrie Smith, Madison Stark, Beatrix Wall, and Mackenzie White. A special shout-out to our departing seniors—Grace Baranko, Kaitlyn Bates, Mary Bocock, Summer Connery, Julia Graham, Camryn Kennedy, Micha Nenbee, and Lizzie Carlin—whose leadership by example was much appreciated and will be greatly missed.
Postseason team awards went to Camryn Kennedy, MVP; Lizzie Carlin, Leadership Award; Elizabeth Bocock, Most Improved; Maile Fukushima, Defensive MVP; and Summer Connery, Offensive MVP. Summer Connery, Camryn Kennedy, Maile Fukushima, Lizzie Carlin, and Micha Nenbee were recently named to the All-Region 17 team. (The Deseret News 2A All-State team has not yet been released.) Seniors Lizzie Carlin, Summer Connery, Kaitlyn Bates, and Grace Baranko earned Region 17 Academic All-Region honors as well as Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA) Academic All-State recognition by virtue of their strong academic records. Congrats to all these players!
Coaches Annie Hawkins, Haylee Cacciacarne, and I want to thank the team for an incredible experience and amazing 2021 season!
For those that have read my Finish Line submissions in the past, or attended an end-of-season celebration, or perhaps asked me in passing, “Was it a successful season?” you’re probably tired of my response: “I’ll know years from now when I run into an old team member and they tell me they still enjoy running and they make time to fit it into their life, or they’re training for a marathon, or have just set a new personal best in their latest race.” I continue to hold to that standard for a “successful season.”
My personal perspective on success aside, Rowland Hall cross country had a lot of fun and accomplished much in 2021.
On the girls’ side, after saying goodbye to three senior team members last year—the glue that seemed to keep the team together—I was concerned we’d not be able to field a full team this season. However, our sole returning team member, sophomore Sophie Zheng, was joined by fellow sophomores Neha Dixit and Hayden Kaufman-Schiller and ninth graders Winston Hoffman, Isabelle Jiang, and Ruby McMaster, and all, except for Hayden, were new to Rowland Hall! Even more surprising than this magical appearance of a full girls’ team was how quickly they jelled. A positive dynamic developed quickly and continued to grow throughout the season.
For the boys’ team, seniors Tyler Gerstein, Max Smart, and George Wintriss returned for their fourth year, and were joined by returning juniors Will Cunningham, Rodrigo Fernandez-Esquivias, Evan Jahn, and Ezra Shilling Rabin and returning sophomores Dean Hijjawi and Max Jansen. In addition to these experienced team members, we excitedly welcomed seven newcomers to the team: junior Zach Selzman, sophomore Sam Morse, and ninth graders Grant Downes, Eli Hatton, Owen Keil, Hasan Rahim, and Milo Thorne. Not unlike the girls’ team, the cohesiveness of these runners, old and new, became quickly apparent in their early training efforts and in the opening race of the season, where many of them worked for top-10 spots on our team.
Except for the cancellation of the Bob Firman XC Invitational due to COVID-related restrictions in Idaho, we were able to fit in a full season of racing. Our runners—apart from a very few who needed to take a race or a few days off from training because of minor injuries or sickness—were not just able to toe the line at our contests; more frequently than not, they bettered their times along the way, with our best performances occurring during the final three events on our schedule.
Rowland Hall hosted the Region 17 Championships again this year at Historic Wheeler Farm, and, with the generous and wholehearted support of our parents (not just for this event, but all season long), the event was a success once again! Sophomores Hayden Kaufman-Schiller and Sophie Zheng finished in the top 10 (fourth and ninth, respectively) and advanced to the Utah State Championships, while the girls’ team finished just eight points out of second place. In the boys’ race, Ezra Shilling Rabin was our Region 17 champion, and Evan Jahn captured second place. Will Cunningham, Zach Selzman, and Max Jansen took the sixth, seventh, and 10th positions to complete the boys’ total team score, while Eli Hatton finished 11th and Milo Thorne, completing the seven-member varsity team, was 13th. Our boys handily won the region championship with 26 points over the second-place finisher, Waterford, at 48 points—our ninth consecutive region title.
October 27 was a beautiful fall day for the Utah State Cross Country Championships. Running in the inaugural races of the new 5K state course at the Regional Athletic Complex, our nine Rowland Hall harriers represented our school with outstanding efforts from start to finish. Caught up in the excitement of the day, Hayden Kaufman-Schiller and Sophie Zheng ran gutsy performances from the start, both clocking much faster-than-usual first-mile splits. Though their finish times were not personal bests for the season, their first-mile splits bode well for fast times in the years ahead—and for the spring track season’s shorter races.
Our boys’ team finished an impressive second place, with 65 points, behind Millard (24 points) and ahead of North Summit (117 points). Ezra Shilling Rabin led our varsity squad in a closely contested race the entire 5K distance, placing second as an individual. Next to the finish line was Evan Jahn in ninth, then—in 20th, 21st, and 22nd places—came Will Cunningham, Eli Hatton, and Zach Selzman, respectively. Following our first five scoring runners were Max Jansen and Milo Thorne. All seven of our varsity team members ran personal-best 5K times on the new course to end their seasons. Securing top-10 spots in the State Championships assured Ezra and Evan All-State honors—icing on the cake with the second-place team trophy in hand.
We bid a bittersweet farewell to our seniors, Max Smart, George Wintriss, and Tyler Gerstein (with the hopes of maybe seeing them on the track this spring) at an after-school celebration at the close of another beautiful fall day. Our traditional awards (recipients listed below) were announced and presented after we all ate more pizza than anyone probably should in one sitting, thanks to the very generous gift of the McMaster family and Pizza Nono.
Speaking for coaches Dr. Laura Johnson and Giselle Slotboom, we all wish to thank the parents and the extended families of our team members for your support this season. Successes, small and large, would not be possible without this entire team working together. You’re the best!
2021 Rowland Hall Cross Country Team Award Recipients:
Most Valuable:Ezra Shilling Rabin and Hayden Kaufman-Schiller
Most Improved:Ruby McMaster and Eli Hatton
Coaches’ Choice:Rodrigo Fernandez-Esquivias and Neha Dixit
Ashley Holbrook, parent of graduating senior Isaac Holbrook and Rowland Hall alum Jonah Holbrook ’16, both of whom were actively involved in Winged Lion athletics, will be “graduating” with Isaac this spring after nearly a decade of serving as co-president of the Rowland Hall Athletics Booster Club.
Ashley has given unwavering and dedicated service to our athletics program, spearheading membership drives, recruiting and mentoring parent liaisons for all our sports teams, staffing ticket/concessions at home games, helping to orchestrate “pack the bleachers” events, and just simply providing unparalleled support to me year in and year out in any way needed. She has truly been the heart and soul of the Booster Club for these many years, volunteering countless hours of her time to make sure that our coaches and athletes were supported.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart, Ashley, for all you’ve given…you certainly leave some big shoes to fill (you’ve mentored Erica Keil and Melanie Bates well!) and a legacy of leadership, commitment, and support that will not soon be forgotten. You are THE BEST and will be greatly missed!
By Zack Alvidrez, Interim Middle School Athletic Director
It was a great season for all of our Middle School teams. We had a total of nine Middle School teams—64 soccer players and 108 volleyball players—on our rosters this season! A heartfelt thank you to every one of our Winged Lions families for your support throughout the season.
Thank you also to our Middle School boosters for providing every athlete with a Rowland Hall athletic mask or a “Defend the Den” sports headband. We are fortunate to have a dedicated coaching staff who puts in so much time, effort, and care to develop our student-athletes.
Please read on for a recap of each team’s season highlights.
A Girls Volleyball (Coach: Lauren Carpenter)
This year's A volleyball team enjoyed a very successful season. With fun as their main goal, they practiced with enthusiasm and a playful sense of humor. They also worked energetically to improve their skills and play as a team. Learning to rely on other team members is a key component to success in a team sport, and the athletes made good strides in this area. These attributes led the team to enjoy a 7-1 record and to garner a second-place finish in the Wasatch Athletic Conference Championships. Congratulations, team!
B Girls Volleyball (Coaches: Sam Duffy and Sarah Yoon)
Our B team volleyball players had a great season. Players learned the values of discipline, hard work, and sportsmanship. We had wins and losses, but everyone worked hard and supported each other with positivity. In practice, players focused on improving their skills in passing, setting, and hitting. As we progressed into the season, speed, agility, and accuracy became a goal for everyone. Players gained a better knowledge of the court and were excited about each game. They had fun and built strong relationships through teamwork. The season ended with fun scrimmages against each other. We are very proud of our players and hope they will continue to play volleyball next year.
C Girls Volleyball (Coaches: Chad Obermark and Mary Lawlor)
The C team had a fantastic season! Players showed incredible growth over a short time, focusing on passing and serving. These athletes had an awesome mixture of focus, competitiveness, and enthusiasm. They cheered for each other and loved to be a part of this team. They were excited to get to play games again as we traveled across the valley playing both home and away games. RH2 was competitive in every game and won several as the season progressed. RH1 was the second seed in the tournament and ended up winning the championship for the first time in several years! We are incredibly proud of all the players and impressed by how much they developed their skills over the course of the season. It was a great way to start the year!
A Boys Soccer (Coaches: Scott Langone and Campbell Ainsworth)
Our soccer teams had a fantastic season this year! Players began the year during the soccer elective, working on developing fundamental skills and learning how to play together as a team. We emphasized defense, how to use the whole field, and how to make smart decisions with and without the ball. The players consistently had a positive attitude and put a lot of effort on the field. The green team ended up winning second place in the WAC league and got third place in the tournament. It has been a lot of fun seeing the players develop and jell as a team this year.
C Boys Soccer (Coaches: Bobby Kennedy and Molly Lewis)
The C team had a fantastic season. A group of eclectic sixth graders joined together to learn the “beautiful game.” Steady progress was made in all facets of the game and a collective sense of Winged Lion pride was developed. After a robust league schedule, we took our second place seed into the playoffs. In a tightly contested match against APA Draper, the Winged Lions emerged victorious in a thrilling 4-3 win in overtime. In the championship finals, we faced our rivals to the south: the Waterford Ravens. The team knew it would be a stiff challenge, but were ready to rise to the occasion. In the end, the talented and skillful Waterford side came away with the victory and the Winged Lions finished second place.
It was a great season for all of our Middle School teams. We had a total of six Middle School basketball teams and 64 basketball players on our rosters this season! A heartfelt thank you to every one of our Winged Lions families for your support throughout the season—for sharing your children, for coming out to the games, and for all the snacks!
Thank you also to our Middle School boosters for providing every athlete with a colorful pair of Rowland Hall socks or a pop socket, and for hosting fan appreciation nights. We are fortunate to have a dedicated coaching staff who put in so much time, effort, and care to develop our student-athletes.
Please read on for a recap of each team’s season highlights.
A Girls Basketball Coaches Zack Alvidrez and Mike Roberts
The A team players consistently impressed us with their work ethic, team-first mentality, and willingness to learn. After a successful season where we improved on the fundamentals of the game, the players put it all together and ended the season by taking third place in the tournament. The most impressive aspect of the team was that no matter what the end result was, they always left their best effort out on the court! We greatly enjoyed the time we spent with the players on and off the court, and we wish them the best in their future basketball endeavors.
B Girls Basketball Coaches Zack Alvidrez and Sarah Yoon
The B team was full of intensity and spirit throughout the season. Athletes worked hard during practices to improve their understanding of all aspects of the game. As the season progressed, the team gained confidence and was excited to expand their defense and offense skills. At games, B team showed tremendous support for one another and displayed professional graciousness towards other teams. The camaraderie among teammates on bus rides made basketball games fun and brought the team together. B team ended the season with a third-place win! The coaches were very proud of their strong efforts, and we look forward to seeing these ladies continue to develop their skills.
C Girls Basketball Coaches Zack Alvidrez and Tyler Tanner
The C team had a fantastic season! Players committed to practices on Monday mornings during late start time and learned skills on dribbling, cuts, properly executed passes, and shooting. These athletes showed incredible spirit and high energy during practices and games. They cheered for each other and loved to be part of this team. This display of team spirit and love of basketball brought excitement and strengthened the C team as a community. As the season progressed, the team gained confidence and won some games. The best aspect of the team was all the creative cheers the girls came up with. The fun carried over into the playoffs, with a successful third-place finish! We were very proud of all the players on the C team and how much they developed their skills over the course of the season. It was a good time for all!
A Boys Basketball Coaches Zack Alvidrez and Mike Roberts
The A team had a strong year! They went 6-4 in the regular season, finishing second in the league. During the end-of-season tournament, all the boys stepped up their game, and they capped things off by crushing Waterford for third place. Throughout the course of the season, the coaches were extremely impressed with the focus and commitment the team displayed. They consistently represented Rowland Hall in a positive manner on and off the floor, and the coaches are very proud of everything these young men accomplished this season.
B Boys Basketball Coaches Zack Alvidrez and Sarah Yoon
The B team had a terrific season! Athletes were committed to improving their skills and worked hard during practices. As the season progressed, overall skills improved and a clear display of teamwork was evident in defense and offense plays. All players showed strong support for one another and represented the team with character and professional graciousness at games. The season ended with a third-place win, and the team played with tremendous heart and excitement. The coaches are very proud of B team, and we look forward to seeing everyone continue on with their basketball journey in the future.
C Boys Basketball Coaches Zack Alvidrez, Tyler Tanner, and Brian McCloud
The C team played hard and had a terrific season. Players committed to practices on Monday mornings during late start time and learned skills on dribbling, cuts, properly executed passes, and shooting. The team worked well together and played hard in every game. They supported each other through all their wins and one loss with excitement and team spirit. The team played well in the tournament, dominating their opponents and taking first overall! Congrats to all the members of the C team! It was awesome to watch their development over the course of the season. We are very proud of all their accomplishments and the way they represented Rowland Hall this year.
Middle School Athletics Winter Season Results
Coaches for all teams: Zack Alvidrez, Tyler Tanner, Mike Roberts, Sarah Yoon
Nov–Dec Basketball
WAC Season Record
WAC League
WAC Tournament
A Team
3-4
4th
3rd
B Team
3-7
4th
C Team
3-4
4th
Coaches for all teams: Zack Alvidrez, Brian McCloud, Mike Roberts, Sarah Yoon, Tyler Tanner
It was a great season for all of our Middle School teams. A heartfelt thank you to every one of our Winged Lion families for your support throughout the season. We are fortunate to have a dedicated coaching staff who put in so much time, effort, and care to develop our student-athletes. Please read on for a recap of each team’s season highlights.
A Soccer Coaches Chelsea Vasquez and Mary Lawlor
This year’s A soccer team had a strong season, with many well-fought games in a new, more challenging conference. Our seventh graders showed many improvements throughout the season, and our eighth graders stepped into leadership roles, creating a true team mentality. The difference in cohesive gameplay from the first game to the final was astonishing. The team learned to communicate and trust each other, which significantly improved their performance on the pitch. A memorable moment was beating McGillis on our practice field after losing to them in an earlier match. Even their coach congratulated the players on their dynamic play, connected passing, and determination throughout the game. It was a fun season filled with lots of laughs, and we look forward to seeing what’s next for our seventh graders and graduating our eighth graders to the high school program.
C Soccer Coach Campbell Ainsworth
The C team had a fantastic season this year. All season long, they worked on skills, moving with and without the ball, and, above all, how to play as a team. Their hard work paid off in the WAC tournament as the team, losing 1-0 at halftime in the semifinal game, came back to win 2-1 in overtime, and then won the championship the following day. Drew Lipson and Anthony Goorman led the attack, Freddy Gowski and Noa Fukashima were unstoppable in the middle of the defense, and Madsen Varner and Milan Mickelson were outstanding goalkeepers. This team never gave up, and their championship trophy reflects the hustle and 100% effort they put into games all season long. The players should be proud of their pluck and determination, and we look forward to seeing them play for the A team next year.
A Volleyball Coach Doug Booher
What a great season for an amazing, talented, and fun group of volleyball players! The A team, with a huge emphasis on team, worked hard, laughed hard, and played hard all season. There was great skill improvement, some practice with mental performance techniques, a few tears (those darn Waterford Ravens!), some baked goods, increased strategic and game knowledge, and a little bit of fire, as we went from a team that gave up points for being out of rotation early in the season to a strong second place finish in the tournament. I look forward to watching the eighth graders take their skills to the Upper School program and am already hoping and planning for next year for the seventh graders.
B Volleyball Coaches Mike Roberts and Sarah Yoon
The B2 team saw continuous improvement throughout the season. They consistently improved both their skills and their understanding of the game each and every week. Additionally, they were very supportive of one another and became an extremely tight-knit group by the end of the season. Highlights of the season included multiple three-hit rallies, consistent serving (including some overhand serves), and even a few hits at the net! The team hit their stride during the tournament, and as a result, they were able to walk away with the third-place trophy. The team should be proud of their effort, and I look forward to seeing them continue their volleyball journey next year.
B Volleyball Coach Jen Schones
The B1 team had a great season, and all of the girls showed a lot of improvement. Some goals for the season were to move to the ball, call the ball, control passes, and have fun! The entire team accomplished these goals, and it was an exciting season. I had a great time watching the girls mature as volleyball players and learn to play different positions. The team had several games that were super close, and it was fun to watch everyone fight to the final point. In our final game against Waterford, we played our best, and it was great to see beautiful, controlled passes, high sets, and some strong attacks on the net. Between playing some good volleyball, making up new cheers, and overcoming some mental aspects of the game, it was a good season and I enjoyed coaching this group of girls. Thanks for the great season!
C Volleyball Coach Chad Obermark
The sixth-grade girls volleyball team showed amazing improvement this season. For many of the players, this is their first real exposure to volleyball. To see them grow from learning the fundamentals of passing and serving to playing intense points with multiple volleys is incredible! I appreciated the grit and perseverance this team showed all season. We started with a few losses, but they rallied back and our improvement by the end of the season was impressive. I look forward to seeing each of them develop their skills and build on this strong start to their volleyball careers.
It was a wonderful season for all of our Middle School teams. We had two Middle School soccer teams, and 60 athletes participated in cross country this season. A heartfelt thank you to every one of our Winged Lion families for your support throughout the season—for sharing your children, for coming out to the games, and for all the snacks! Thank you also to our Middle School Boosters for providing every athlete with a colorful pair of Rowland Hall socks and for helping to host a successful cross country meet. We are fortunate to have a dedicated coaching staff that commits so much time, effort, and care to develop our student-athletes.
Please read on for a recap of each team’s season highlights.
Girls A Soccer Coach Campbell Ainsworth
Our soccer team had a fantastic season! The A team battled throughout the year and ended up winning the WAC tournament. This was truly a team effort, as the defense and forwards worked together to pressure the opposing team and have a cohesive attack. These Winged Lions never gave up; games were played under the searing sun and the freezing rain, rarely with substitutes, and the girls played with pluck and joy. Three times during the season, they came back to win the game after being down a goal, a true testament to their grit and positive attitude. Despite coming into the season with no true goalkeeper, several players stepped up to volunteer to be goalie; shout-outs to Molly Friedman, Maddie Carlin, Mei Mei Johnson, Maile Fukushima, and Rachelle Prasthofer for giving it their all between the goal posts. This team’s hustle and fun-loving spirit made this a memorable season. We look forward to seeing these skilled players contribute to the high school team in the upcoming years!
Girls C Soccer Coach Bobby Kennedy
While the weather was a little unpredictable this spring, the results for the soccer team were not. They had lost only one game entering tournament play, and earned the number-one seed. After handling LCA in round one, they were poised to avenge the only loss of the season in the final against Waterford. The Ravens got off to a quick start, scoring twice in the first 20 minutes. Rowland Hall responded with back-to-back goals in the dying minutes of the first half. After a few adjustments at halftime, both teams battled for the balance of the second half. Waterford scored with three minutes remaining, and the Winged Lions never really threatened in the limited time in the second half. Of course, results matter, but the true winner was the game of soccer. While we have players that play outside of school, we also have student-athletes that play very little, and they were part of a great experience.
Cross Country Coaches Mary Lawlor, Chelsea Vasquez, and Sara Donnelly
This has been an excellent and fun cross country season, with our largest team yet! Even in freezing temperatures and torrential downpours, our runners showed up, ran quickly, and worked hard to improve their times. A highlight of this season was our dynamic group of awesome eighth graders, who, without being asked, led by example during each practice and meet. They acted with intention and modeled kindness and effort for our whole team, and they truly made our season more fun and fulfilling. We also had a great bunch of sixth- and seventh-grade runners. Whether they were returning runners or trying out the sport for the first time, it’s been great to watch their progress and feel their positivity. As a team, we placed in every meet and often had multiple runners in the top-10 slots for each respective age group. Nice work! Special shout-out to Will Cunningham (A boys) and Nina Martin (C girls) who consistently placed in the top three in their divisions. We had so much fun with you all and can’t wait until next spring.
Mountain Biking Coach Jen Schones
Despite a few meetups being foiled by rain or thunder, we enjoyed some fun rides down in Draper at Corner Canyon with our awesome group of bikers. Our team consisted of a mix of skill levels, ranging from beginners to advanced riders, and everyone enjoyed honing our jumping skills at the Draper Bike Park. We loved learning from (and trying to keep up with!) the more advanced riders, while seeing the beginners grow their confidence and skills climbing and descending. Parent volunteers made the rides more diverse and we appreciate your participation!
Middle School Athletics Spring 2019 Season Information
It was a great season for all six of our basketball teams and all 75 of our athletes! A heartfelt thank you to every one of our Winged Lions families for your support throughout the winter: for sharing your children, for coming out to the games, and for all the snacks! Thank you, also, to our Middle School boosters for providing every athlete with a colorful pair of Rowland Hall socks and hosting fan-appreciation nights. We’re fortunate to have a dedicated coaching staff who put in so much time, effort, and care to develop our student-athletes. Read on for a recap of each team’s season highlights.
A Girls Basketball Coaches: Zack Alvidrez, Mike Roberts, Sarah Yoon, Brian McCloud
These outstanding young ladies consistently shared their high energy during both practice and games. They worked hard to improve their fundamentals, and they learned the basic offensive and defensive formations in preparation for the Upper School basketball program. After a successful regular season, the girls rounded out the season with a dramatic come-from-behind championship. We hope these young ladies continue to develop their love of the game, and we’re grateful for the opportunity to share time with them on the court.
B Girls Basketball Coaches: Zack Alvidrez, Mike Roberts, Sarah Yoon, Brian McCloud
The B team was full of intensity throughout the season, and the girls gained a better understanding of all aspects of the game. As the season progressed, the team really started to jell, and they consistently showed a solid grasp of competitive basketball. The coaches were proud of their attitude and behavior on and off the court, and we look forward to seeing these ladies continue to develop their skills.
C Girls Basketball Coaches: Zack Alvidrez, Mike Roberts, Sarah Yoon, Brian McCloud
The C team had a fantastic season. Players committed to early morning practices and honed skills on dribbling, cuts, and properly executed passes. These athletes showed incredible spirit and high energy during practices and games. After each match, win or loss, they huddled together and danced to the “Ole, Ole” song. They were inspirational! Their team spirit and love of the game was infectious and strengthened the group as a whole. As the season progressed, they gained confidence, made excellent shots, and played aggressively. They also adopted Hippo the Whale as a team mascot—they continue to pass Hippo around, and it inspires them to play basketball. The athletes finished their season in third place. Go, Winged Lions! The coaches are proud of the C team and look forward to each player returning next season.
A Boys Basketball Coaches: Zack Alvidrez, Mike Roberts, Sarah Yoon, Brian McCloud
The A team had a great year. They went 5-2 in the regular season, finishing second in the league. During the end-of-season tournament, they stepped up their game to play their two best matches of the year. In the end, they pulled off a well-deserved tournament championship. Throughout the season, the coaches were extremely impressed with the team’s focus and commitment. They consistently represented Rowland Hall in a positive manner on and off the floor, and the coaches are proud of everything these young men accomplished.
B Boys Basketball Coaches: Zack Alvidrez, Mike Roberts, Sarah Yoon, Brian McCloud
The B team’s season was filled with improvement in all areas of the game. Practices focused on shooting, making smart passes, and moving without the ball. After a solid regular season, the boys performed well in the tournament, improving their play in all aspects of the game. The coaches are proud of the team’s effort and growth, and we look forward to seeing these athletes continue on their basketball journeys.
C Boys Basketball Coaches: Zack Alvidrez, Mike Roberts, Sarah Yoon, Brian McCloud
The C team played hard and had a terrific season. Players committed to early morning practices and honed their dribbling, screens, cuts, and passes. Their increased accuracy and precision helped them clinch an impressive seven wins. They also learned more about the value of team sports: they kept team spirit alive and well throughout the season, and supported each other through wins and losses. At the tournament, they played with heart, gave it their all, and took second place! Congrats, C team! Their growth and development is commendable. The coaches are proud and look forward to the players returning next year.
It was a great season for all eight of our Middle School teams. A heartfelt thank you to every one of our Winged Lions families for your support throughout the season. We are fortunate to have a dedicated coaching staff who put in so much time, effort, and care to develop our student athletes. Please read on for a recap of each team's season highlights.
A Soccer Coaches Campbell Ainsworth and Christian Waters
We were fortunate to field two highly competitive teams this year. Players began the year working on developing fundamental skills and learning how to play together as a team. We emphasized defense, how to use the whole field, and making smart decisions with and without the ball. The team consistently had a positive attitude and put in a lot of effort on the field. One of the most exciting games this season was when A1 played A2; players gave it their all during the game and finished with hugs and high-fives all around. Both teams were successful this year. A2 finished second in the league and third in the tournament, and A1 finished first in both the league and won the WAC tournament. We hope to see some of our eighth graders back on the same pitch next fall; their hustle and dynamic play will be a great boost to the high school team!
C Soccer Coach Campbell Ainsworth
What a fantastic season the C team had this year! All season long they worked on skills and movement with and without the ball, and learned how to play as a team. These plucky sixth graders never gave up, no matter the odds. Their resilience was particularly evident in the WAC tournament at the end of the season. During the semifinal game, the team was one goal down at halftime and came back to win the game. The next day in the championship, the team was losing 2-0 with 20 minutes left and came roaring back to win 4-2. They finished with huge smiles and their signature team dance moves. These players should be proud of their hustle, determination, and great camaraderie.
A Volleyball Coach Doug Booher
Wow. What a wonderful season! Vast skill improvement; learning new things about volleyball, ourselves, and others; laughing together, sweating together, playing together. From placement practice through the tournament, bus rides, team huddles, practices, and games, this group of Winged Lions (phonetically pronounced) embodied the word team with everyone willing to play their role while also being capable and eager when asked to step into less familiar positions. I look forward to watching the impact this awesome group of young people has on the Upper School programs they choose to be a part of.
Oh, and we completed the first undefeated volleyball season in memory at Rowland Hall.
B Volleyball Coach Mike Roberts
The B2 team saw continuous improvement over the course of the season. They improved both their skills and their understanding of the game each and every week. Additionally, they were very supportive of one another, and became a very tight-knit group by the end of the season. Highlights of the season included multiple three-hit rallies, consistent serving, and even a few hits at the net! The girls should all be proud of their efforts, and I look forward to seeing them continue their volleyball journey next year!
B Volleyball Coach Jen Schones
The B1 team had a great season and all of the girls showed visible improvement. Some goals for the season were to move to the ball, call the ball, control passes, and have fun. I would say that the entire team accomplished these goals and it was an exciting season! I had a great time watching the girls mature as volleyball players and learn to play different positions. We were challenged in the final game against Waterford, but the girls fought hard to win the championship. We consistently had beautiful passes, nice high sets, and some great attacks on the net. Our serves were also spot-on in the championship, with a 98% success rate. Between playing good volleyball, making up new cheers, overcoming some mental aspects of the game, and pushing Waterford to work for those last two points, it was a super successful season and I'm so proud to have coached this group of girls.
C Volleyball Coach Chad Obermark
The sixth grade girls volleyball team showed amazing improvement this season. For many of the players, this is their first real exposure to volleyball. To see them grow from learning the fundamentals of passing and serving to playing intense points with multiple volleys is incredible! I loved this team's positive energy and willingness to work together. They had fun in practice and games while being willing to play hard. I look forward to seeing each of them develop their skills and build on this strong start to their volleyball careers.
It was a great spring season for Middle School Athletics. Thanks to all of our players for their dedication, and thanks to their families for their support throughout the season. We are fortunate to have such a dedicated group of coaches who continue to invest countless hours to develop our student-athletes. Additionally, I'd like to thank our Middle School boosters for providing every athlete with a sport-specific T-shirt to show our school spirit. A huge shout out to Melanie Bates, Ashley Holbrook, and Erica Keil for representing Middle School Athletics. We will miss you! Read below for a recap of each team's season. —Shannon Casson
Girls A Soccer Coaches Bobby Kennedy and Campbell Ainsworth
The girls soccer teams had a fantastic season. The A2 team improved throughout the year. Not only did their individual skills improve, but they learned how to work as a team and became stronger with a more cohesive attack and defense. They had a good season and played hard against tough competition. The A1 team finished the season undefeated and won the WAC tournament, yet the road was not always easy. Twice during the regular season, they were losing by two goals at halftime, yet they were undaunted and came roaring back to win both games with inspired second halves. The WAC tournament was tense, with both games at 0-0 until late goals by Maddie Carlin spurred the Winged Lions to victory. A special shout-out to the defense and goalkeeper Micha Nenbee who had six shutouts this year. The team never gave up all year, and though they rarely had any substitutes, their hustle and positive attitude made this a memorable season. Go Winged Lions!
Cross Country Coaches Mary Lawlor, Chelsea Vasquez, and Sam Lawlor
What a season for this dynamic group of sixth- through eighth-grade racers! It's been quite an experience running through the 9th and 9th business district with over 50 Middle School runners. Each of the six meets was held in a different location along the Wasatch Front. We competed against the same nine schools at every meet. The season began with the girls battling Saint John the Baptist, and the boys went head-to-head with McGillis, St. Joe's, and SJTB. Towards the end of the season, it became obvious that every runner needed to give their best effort in order to accumulate the points to win each meet, and the most possible meet wins to finish first for the 2018 season. The last two meets in Draper and Layton included dramatic finishes for every age group. Rowland Hall earned first place for both the A team (seventh and eighth grade) girls and boys. The C team (sixth grade) girls earned a third-place season finish, and the C team boys brought home a fourth-place finish. Special shout-outs to our top A team runners: Will Cunningham (seventh) and Jasmine Le (seventh). We are already looking forward to next season with this special group of runners.
Mountain Biking Coaches Jen Schones and Chelsea Vasquez
Despite a few meetups being foiled by rain or thunder, we enjoyed beautiful days of Park City pedaling with our awesome group of bikers. We had a mix of skill levels this year, ranging from never-evers to cross-country mountain bike racers. Needless to say, this kept our ride sessions exciting and allowed students to teach each other. We have loved learning from (and trying to keep up with!) the more advanced riders while seeing the beginners grow their confidence and skill climbing and descending. We are psyched to get more kids on bikes!
We had a total of eight Middle School basketball teams and 80+ basketball players on our rosters this season! It was a huge turnout, with high participation numbers for both boys and girls in our Middle School Athletics Program. Thank you to all our families for your support during the season and thanks to our Middle School boosters for providing every athlete with a sport specific T-shirt and for hosting fan appreciation game nights to show our school spirit. We are fortunate to have such a dedicated group of coaches who put in countless hours to develop our student-athletes. Please read on for a recap of our basketball seasons.
These 12 outstanding young ladies shared their high energy in practice sessions and game play this season. They worked hard to improve fundamentals and learned the basic offensive sets and man-to-man defensive principles in preparation for the Upper School basketball program. As the season progressed, they found their stride, displayed more confidence, and meshed well together as a team to execute during pressure situations in the final moments of competitive game play. I hope that these young ladies will continue to develop their love for this game and play in our Upper School program, and I encourage each of them to play on their own outside of school to continue to build their basketball skills.
B Girls Basketball Coach Zack Alvidrez
These 15 young ladies were full of intensity on the basketball court and unafraid to be aggressive and play threatening defense against our opponents. These players used their lightning speed on the court to force turnovers and create scoring opportunities during gameplay. Throughout the season the girls gained a better understanding of help defense and fought hard to get rebounds during close-game situations. This season also included a buzzer-beater three-pointer by Elisabeth Bocock to go into overtime with McGillis! Overall, the girls were fun to coach and they started to come together more as a team as the season progressed. I look forward to seeing these girls next season for more basketball action in the Middle School and encourage them to play on their own outside of school to continue to build their basketball skills.
C Girls Basketball Coach Shannon Casson
These seven young ladies made huge gains in their fundamental basketball skills this season. Additionally, they gained a better understanding of basketball strategies and rules of the sport. Each practice focused on a specific skill such as dribbling to the hoop, give and go, V-cut to get open, or how to rebound. The girls played well together and looked out for each other on and off the court. By the end of the season, their shooting improved as did their rebounding. The girls' genuine excitement for the game and competitive spirit came alive during our end-of-season tournament, as did our rowdy fans who cheered positively and loudly in the stands! I look forward to these girls improving as basketball players throughout their Middle School years and encourage them to play outside of school.
A Boys Basketball Coach Zack Alvidrez
The A team had a great year that culminated with a championship over a tough St. Joseph's team. The boys all did a wonderful job of staying focused and committed throughout the season. The A team represented Rowland Hall in a positive manner on and off the floor. I am very proud to have coached these young men and hope they continue their journeys as athletes in the Upper School.
B Boys Basketball Coaches Zack Alvidrez and Mike Roberts
The B teams had a season filled with improvement in all areas of the game. Time in practice was spent working on shooting, making smart passes, and moving without the ball. After a successful regular season, the teams both performed well in the tournament, taking home second (B1) and third (B2) places. Overall, we are very proud of the effort and growth of the teams, and we look forward to seeing all of them continue on with their basketball journeys.
C Boys Basketball Coaches Zack Alvidrez and Shannon Casson
The C team had a tremendous season of growth. Many of our players were new to the sport and progressed throughout the season in their basic fundamental skills including the triple-threat position, passing and cutting, and rebounding. Although players were divided into two teams during game play to maximize playing time, all players studied the same concepts during practice sessions. The players learned the importance of moving without the ball, court spacing, and communication both on and off the court. We are proud of their effort and growth and look forward to seeing them continue to improve throughout their Middle School basketball careers, and beyond.
Middle School Athletics Winter 2017–2018 Season Info
The Rowmark Junior Program is now in full swing. We started the year off with an overnight camping trip in Ogden Valley, where we enjoyed some team bonding and paddleboarding with the Middle School students. September was all about physical conditioning and getting everyone set up with their ski equipment. October provided more time for conditioning, as well as our annual parent meetings for each program. We recently completed our dryland training sessions with our annual fitness testing. We had so many athletes set personal records in several test areas. This is a great reflection of the growth mindset used throughout our program. We are very proud of our team environment, which allows every student to pursue their personal best as they are encouraged by their teammates.
We have now moved into our fall on-snow prep period. These early season camps and local training sessions will prepare our athletes for the upcoming competition phase. We have a full roster, with a record number of 22 athletes in our Academy Prep program, along with 15 All-Stars and 12 All-Mountain Rippers. Our Love to Ski program for first and second graders is filling up fast too.
Our Academy Prep program has already returned from their first ski camp in Colorado (please see the summary of their camp below from Coach Matt Brown). We look forward to starting up our local training for all Rowmark students in December.
From Coach Matt Brown:
We had three days of beautiful Colorado sunny skies at both Arapahoe Basin and Loveland Ski Areas. We spent one day at A-Basin and two days at Loveland, and the snow was fantastic in both areas.
The hospitality from our hotel was perfect, with spacious rooms and space for meetings, studying, ski tuning, and hot breakfast. It was also a short, one-minute walk to restaurants for dinner, as well as close to our afternoon dryland activities.
We want to congratulate the athletes and coaches for coming in with a huge growth mindset to learn and support each other as a team over the entire camp. The daily schedule was super busy, with a 6 am wake-up for warm-up, breakfast, and loading, and lights out at 9 pm. We skied for about four hours daily, with the kids split randomly into different groups each day with different coaches, allowing the athletes and coaches to find what works best for each individual and to get to know each other on a deeper level. Most kids had new equipment, so it was also time to work out the kinks and break in the boots. Despite a few sore shins, we had a huge amount of success working on finding our stance and balance after not skiing for several months.
Our Rowmark team, which consists of many of the top junior alpine ski racers and student-athletes nationally and internationally, has been working very hard on a daily basis this past spring, summer, and fall in our rigorous on-snow and conditioning program. This program prepares our athletes to be in optimal physical condition as they prepare for the fast-approaching race season. Our coaches are seeing solid technical/tactical improvements and strong bonding across our team.
One of the special attributes of Rowmark is the way in which the athletes work together and support one another through all aspects of their experience. This was exemplified during our 11th Rowmark Ski Academy Bear Lake Challenge in early September. The orientation weekend is designed to test the Rowmarkers physically, mentally, and socially; to identify and develop leadership, spirit, and cooperation skills; and for team bonding. The event also helped identify our team captains for the year, as elected by their peers. This year’s captains are Mary Bocock, Layla Hijjawi, Ford Hodgkins, and Mason Schlopy, and we are looking forward to their leadership.
A commitment to year-round physical conditioning is a critical component to optimal performance on snow. Foreste Peterson, our new head women’s FIS coach and head conditioning coach, directs a dynamic, periodized daily physical training program that includes facets such as strength and power, cardio, plyometrics, quickness and coordination, flexibility, and cross-training and games.
We also are thrilled to have Brian Morgan move into our head men’s FIS coach role and, at the same time, Lyndsay Strange move up to work with our FIS team. We also welcome Jeremy Jakob to round out our FIS staff and the return of Skip Puckett to our U16 staff.
The theme of Rowmark Ski Academy’s summer and fall training period has been an ongoing exercise in flexibility and creativity as we piece together plans that have been constantly changing due to warm temperatures and lack of snow. We have been able to pull it off with a lot of patience and willingness to change plans, and we appreciate everyone’s ability to adapt on the fly.
Rowmark had an interesting start to our summer ski camp plans when, back in April, it became clear we needed to cancel our annual June trip to Mammoth Mountain, California. Normally a location with ample winter snowpack and excellent race-training conditions into late June, Mammoth had a low snow season (as did most of the western US) and had to close in late May. Instead, we skied eight days, over two Fridays and three weekends, at Snowbird in May, which turned out to be a productive alternative. We are thankful to Snowbird for providing terrain on the upper mountain, the Road to Provo bowl, where we were able to free-ski, kick off our drill progression, and train gates over the eight days.
We experienced a similar challenge for our next ski camp, scheduled in August at Mt. Hood, a dormant volcano and the highest peak in Oregon that normally has good snow for race training throughout the entire summer. The already low and quickly melting snowpack was devastated even further by a record heat wave in the Pacific Northwest, where temps reached into the 110s for several days in early July. We were fortunate to be able to reschedule our dates in mid-July before the snow completely disappeared, and we had an excellent camp for the Rowmarkers who were able to change their summer plans in order to attend.
Thankfully, our third ski camp, in Schnalstal, Italy, located in the heart of the South Tyrol Alps, went off as scheduled in early October, with excellent snow conditions. Our FIS team had a great camp and also enjoyed the two-week immersion in Italian mountain culture, with its stunning beauty and delicious cuisine.
Our most recent ski camp in Copper Mountain, Colorado, in late October also went off very successfully despite the continuing unusually warm fall weather. The 12,000-foot elevation of Copper’s training venue, located at the very top of the mountain, was well prepared with man-made snow, and both our FIS and U16 teams had a very productive giant slalom camp.
Our final on-snow camp is after Thanksgiving in Aspen, Colorado, before we begin our local training after Thanksgiving at the Utah Olympic Park and Park City Mountain. Aspen’s training venue is much lower in elevation, at 9,000 to 10,000 feet, and they are having challenges with the warm temperatures to make enough snow. So we are keeping our fingers crossed that we will be able to pull off the Aspen camp. Stay tuned!
As the winter season approaches, the Rowmarkers are looking forward to putting their summer and fall on-snow training conditioning to the test. Their days will soon be filled beginning to end. Morning academic classes are followed by afternoon ski training, video review, ski tuning, and evenings of homework. Their race schedule takes them all over the country and, for a few, to Canada and Europe as well. The extensive travel causes Rowmarkers to miss several weeks of school throughout the winter, which tests their organizational, communication, and time-management skills. Their success hinges on the support of the Rowland Hall faculty and their extra efforts of frequent communication and consultation sessions, which allow the Rowmarkers to not only survive the academic load but often to excel. A big thank you goes out to these teachers for their commitment to making this happen.
In any case, the double whammy of the COVID-19 pandemic and climate change have made the past year and a half particularly challenging for the sport of ski racing. It has certainly been an exercise in flexibility, as well as a true character-building period of time. We are proud of our Rowmark student-athletes for their ability to adapt and flourish in the strangest of times, and we can’t wait for the fast-approaching winter competition season.
As I take time to reflect on the past season, I see so many areas where the Rowmark Junior Program has been successful. I’m very proud of our program. As part of our team values, we focus on the skills of perseverance and determination. This past season has presented its challenges, yet in every case the Rowmark community has persevered. We had to adapt to a new race schedule splitting genders or teams. Parents stepped up to provide transportation and lodging as needed to meet protocols. Coaches have picked up extra hours and created training sessions to meet the needs of every athlete. The athletes continue to thrive as they find balance in pursuing their sport at the highest level and also stay committed to their academic workload.
Our training sessions at the Utah Olympic Park (UOP) and Park City Mountain Resort continue to provide the ideal mix of terrain and course setting, allowing our athletes to develop new skills. We also continue to benefit from our use of the Ikon Pass, as we free-ski our local resorts: Deer Valley, Snowbird, Alta, Solitude, and Brighton.
The return of our Love-to-Ski program for first- and second-grade students was a great success. Thanks to Wendy Hare for leading this group. Big shout-out to our Middle School athletes as they served as mentors, paving the way for the next generation. This was yet another area where the UOP venue provided exactly what we needed.
The month of March was full of championship events. We had Rowmarkers invited to all levels, and several podium finishes. A Rowmarker won the overall award in all three levels of championship events. Congrats to Paxton Cichos, Luke Kanarowski, and Jack Hoffman for winning the overall for their respective championship events.
YSL Finals, UOP, March 13–14
Girls Slalom
Harper Jensen: 2nd (U10)
Zoe Rankin: 3rd (U10)
Dylan Galen: 8th (U12)
Girls Giant Slalom
Harper Jensen: 4th (U10)
Zoe Rankin: 6th (U10)
Addison August: 9th (U12)
Dylan Galen: 10th (U12)
Boys Slalom
Asher Williams: WINNER (U10)
Will Hanlon: 9th (U10)
Paxton Cichos: WINNER (U12)
Niklas Tognina: 7th (U12)
Andrew Wentz: 9th (U12)
Boys Giant Slalom
Will Hanlon: WINNER (U10)
Asher Williams: 2nd (U10)
Andrew Wentz: 7th (U12)
Niklas Tognina: 10th (U12)
OVERALL WINNER: Paxton Cichos
IMD SS Champs, Snowbasin, March 17–19
March 17
Lukas Postnieks: 5th (slalom)
Niklas Tognina: 6th (giant slalom)
March 18
Zoe Rankin: 7th (giant slalom); 8th (slalom)
Harper Jensen: 5th (slalom)
March 19
Luke Kanarowski: 4th (giant slalom); WINNER (slalom)
Andrew Hanrahan: 5th (giant slalom); 3rd (slalom)
Rhys Schillinger: 9th (slalom)
Brynn Copinga: 4th (giant slalom)
Callie Lipson: 10th (slalom)
OVERALL WINNER: Luke Kanarowski
U14 IMD Champs, Jackson Hole, March 24–28
March 24–26
Sophia Hijjawi: 7th (super-G); 2nd (giant slalom)
Jack Hoffman: WINNER (super-G); 2nd (giant slalom); WINNER (slalom)
As I write this article, I’m in Squaw Valley, California. Jack Hoffman and Sophia Hijjawi both qualified to represent the Intermountain Division, as they were selected to attend a special development project hosted by the Western Region as an introduction to the National Development system. Jack and Sophia are joined with the best U14s in the Western US.
This has been a successful season and a true reflection of our core values, where everyone has preserved against the challenges of ski racing during a global pandemic.
Special thanks to our new staff members, Matt Brown, Parker Acosta, Jules Parke, Lucy Doyle, and Tiffany Flygare, for making a positive impact on our program during their first year.
Note regarding banner photo: Due to COVID-19 delays, 2020–2021 Rowmark Junior Programs photos have not yet been released. We will update the above banner image when we receive those photos.
Below are competition highlights of current Rowmarkers who captured top finishes during the last month of the season.
FIS Elite Races, California
Many of our U19s raced in FIS Elite races at Sugar Bowl Resort and Squaw Valley, California, in mid-March against the best 100 boys and 100 girls in the Western US.
Maddie Welling: Seventh overall (fifth for U19s) in slalom #1; eighth overall (and second for U19s) in slalom #2
Mary Bocock: 10th overall (and second for U19s) in giant slalom; 11th overall (and fourth for U19s) in slalom
Harry Hoffman: 10th overall (second for U19s) in slalom; 13th overall (second for U19s) in giant slalom
Divisional FIS Race, Wyoming
At the same time as the California races, Snow King Mountain Resort in Wyoming hosted a Divisional FIS race where the other half of our U19s competed.
Charlotte Altman: Eighth in slalom; 14th in giant slalom
Dagny Brickson: 15th in slalom
Preston Bolus: 19th in slalom; 19th in giant slalom
Tri-Divisional Championships, Montana
Many of our U16s raced in the Tri-Divisional Championships at Big Sky Resort in Montana from March 18–21.
Boys:
Matt Siegal: First in super-G; eighth in giant slalom; seventh in slalom
Henry Cunningham: Second and third in super-G
Leo Martin: Ninth in giant slalom
Jack Zipp: 11th in slalom; 13th in giant slalom
Girls:
Arden Louchheim: Second in super-G; third in giant slalom
Kaia Brickson: Fourth in slalom
Charlotte Morris: Fifth in slalom
Hayden Kaufman Schiller: Seventh in super-G
South Series Finals, Utah
U16 freshman Declan Morasch competed in the South Series Finals at Snowbasin, Utah, in late March, where he placed first in giant slalom.
77th Annual Snowcup, Utah
The 77th Annual Snowcup at Snowbird, Utah, held March 30 to April 2, was an excellent race for Rowmark, with outstanding finishes from across the team. Notably, Ian Hanrahan and Elisabeth Bocock won the prestigious Snowcup overall titles! Below are some standout finishes from this series.
Boys:
Ian Hanrahan: Second in slalom; first and second in giant slalom; first overall
Jack Abuhaidar: Second in slalom; first and second in giant slalom
Ford Hodgkins: Third and third in slalom
Preston Bolus: 10th in slalom; fourth and seventh in giant slalom
Frank Stearns: Fifth and 11th in slalom
Karsten Schillinger: Sixth in slalom; 14th in giant slalom
Henry Cunningham: 10th in slalom; 13th in giant slalom
Girls:
Elisabeth Bocock: First and first in giant slalom; first and second in slalom; first overall
Madi Dean: First and fifth in slalom; fifth and sixth in giant slalom
Mary Clancy: 12th in giant slalom; second and fifth in slalom
Charlotte Morris: 15th in slalom
Western Region U16 Championships, California
Three Rowmark athletes—Elisabeth Bocock, Lili Honey, and Karsten Shillinger—qualified to compete in the exclusive Western Region U16 Championships in Mammoth, California, which consists of the best U16 athletes in the entire Western Region of the United States. Elisabeth Bocock finished first in super-G, first in giant slalom, and second in slalom, securing her the Western Region Overall Championship and a spot in the U16 Nationals, which, unfortunately, was cancelled due to COVID-19 protocols. Lili Honey and Karsten Shillinger both also had some strong top-25 finishes.
FIS Spring Series, California
Some of the FIS Rowmarkers managed to get a spot in the Squaw Spring Series races at Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows. Post-graduate Madi Dean charged to a fifth and sixth in slalom, and junior Maddie Welling had some standout performances and secured 10th in giant slalom.
FIS Spring Series, Colorado
Mary Bocock won the giant slalom race in Breckenridge, Colorado. With this finish, Mary is now ranked second in the nation and sixth in the world in giant slalom for her age, as well as first and ninth in the world in super-G!
US National Championships, Colorado
Three of our FIS athletes had the outstanding achievement of qualifying to the prestigious US National Championships in Aspen from April 5–16. Harry Hoffman competed in the men’s US Nationals this past week with strong results, while Mary Bocock had an outstanding 12th in super-G and Maddie Welling had two top-30 finishes, with a 24th in the alpine combined and a 29th in super-G.
Western Region FIS Downhills, California
Finally, five Rowmarkers finished the season with downhill races at Mammoth Mountain, California. For the men, Ford Hodgkins led the way with a 13th and 26th, while, for the women, Dagny Brickson was 11th on the first downhill and an impressive eighth place in the final race.
Congratulations to our entire team for a great season despite all the craziness!
Alum News
Rowmark alum and US Ski Team star Breezy Johnson ’13 had a nearly unprecedented series of podium results on the World Cup, with four consecutive third place downhill podium finishes, followed by a fifth! With this streak, Breezy placed fourth in the Overall World Cup downhill standings for the 2021 season. Incredible!
Rowmark alum and emerging US Ski Team member Katie Hensien ’18 scored her first World Cup points, with an 18th in a World Cup slalom in Croatia in March. Katie also won the 2020 National Championship giant slalom and was third in the slalom back in November.
Congratulations to Rowmark alum Alice McKennis Duran ’08 on her retirement from ski racing after an impressive career of 13 years on the US Ski Team, including a World Cup victory, three podiums, 10 top-10 finishes, two Olympic Games (fifth in downhill in 2018), and two National Championships. Rowmark Ski Academy is very proud of your accomplishments, and even more proud of your incredible determination and resilience to return to the top of the sport after several serious injuries. (Read more in this US Ski Team post highlighting Alice's stellar career.)
As you can imagine, Rowmark’s activities this summer and fall have been heavily impacted by COVID-19 guidelines and mitigation efforts. It’s been a challenging and character-building several months, and we are very proud of the effort and seriousness of the Rowmarkers and staff in following strict protocols to keep each other safe.
To start, our annual June ski camp at Mammoth Mountain, CA, was cancelled outright as the ski area remained closed due to the pandemic. In its place, the Academy shifted gears to a weeklong intense and unique dryland conditioning camp, which culminated in a sunrise hike to the top of Jupiter Peak followed by a team-relay paddleboard, mountain bike, and trail run triathlon race at the Jordanelle Reservoir. The Rowmarkers exhibited strong teamwork, comradery, and effort throughout the week.
From mid-June to mid-August the focus remained on a long conditioning block before we got the green light to get back on snow August 15–23 at Mt. Hood, OR. It was motivating to finally be back on snow since the mid-March shutdown. The Mt. Hood management enforced the COVID-19 protocols very seriously, and the outdoor setting proved to be a safe environment for all the teams training there. Our Mt. Hood camp included the Academy and Junior programs.
After the Mt. Hood camp, we rolled right into the beginning of school and scrambled to adjust to the hybrid learning program. Physical testing and then a second extended conditioning block ensued each day after school. We had to cancel the U19/FIS Team ski camp in Italy due to COVID-19-related travel restrictions, but we were able to replace that camp with a successful camp in Copper Mountain, CO, in late October.
As I write this in mid-November, our Academy team is all in Aspen Highlands, CO, for our final ski camp of the season before we return to Utah for local training and the fast-approaching competition season. The snow conditions in Aspen are great for race training and the Rowmarkers are working hard on their technique and tactics. They also carve out time in the afternoons and evenings to keep up with their schoolwork and Zoom with their teachers, in between conditioning workouts, ski tuning, and video review with their coaches. Busy and challenging days, for sure.
Meanwhile, our Junior program is gearing up to host their fall camp locally at the Utah Olympic Park (UOP). We are all grateful for the early snowfall and the commitment to snowmaking at the UOP. Our athletes will greatly benefit from this preparation period.
It has been a crazy several months as we adapt to social distancing, mask wearing, and disinfecting measures at every turn in our training and conditioning. Our race season is going to look very different also. Virus mitigation is requiring races with small fields, splitting genders, and much less time in lodges in addition to the normal protocols.
As “normal” team travel is not allowed, I want to give a big shout-out to the Rowmark parents who have stepped up to provide all the transportation, lodging, and meals, which are new requirements in this COVID-19 world. Another big shout-out to the tremendous effort and professionalism of the teachers and administration; we are very proud to be part of such a supportive school. The Rowmarkers and staff continue to meet the challenge. We are looking forward to the start of the competition season and any new curveballs we may encounter.
The world of skiing racing came to a halt on March 15. Many Rowmarkers were either en route to their championship events or attending their final training sessions in preparation for champs. I will recognize these athletes later in the article, but first I want to discuss the remarkable community we have in the Rowmark Junior Program.
Our community of athletes, coaches, parents, teachers, and administrators created an incredible environment centered around our core values. The development of the whole athlete is paramount to me, and we were able to find the balance of academics and athletics. More so, we were able to identify the best opportunities for each athlete. The coaching staff and athletes created an environment of high expectations and inclusivity. They practiced the positive characters traits of trust and perseverance. Meanwhile, there was always a balance between team pride and sportsmanship. Our Rowmark parents were supportive of all competitors and thankful for the volunteers at each race. I’m very pleased with our team culture and look forward to building upon our successes moving forward.
I’m so very proud of the hard work that all our student-athletes have applied this season. They were ready to showcase their talents at their given championships across the Western US. Please join me in celebrating the following Rowmark athletes for reaching their championship events.
U14 Regionals | Mammoth Mountain, Mammoth, CA
Kaia Brickson, Morgan Jacquin, Henry Cunningham, Alan Dugan, and Jack Hoffman
U14 Tri-Divisionals | Big Sky Resort, Big Sky, Montana
Lucy Nolan, Joe Lennon, Declan Morasch, and Jack Zipp
U12 IMD Championships | Bogus Basin, Boise, Idaho
Brooke Copinga, Chase Dennis,Andrew Hanrahan, SophiaHijjawi, Luke Kanarowski, Jameson Moore, Lukas Postnieks, Tallaulah Proulx, Abi Quinn, Eli Rankin, Teo Shamah, Wyatt Williams, and Jett Winkler
U12 IMD Finals | Sundance Resort, Sundance, Utah
Julian Bamberger, Dean Hijjawi, Drew Lipson, Kirsten Mannelin, Milan Mickelson, Kendra Larson, DarshanPani, AddisonAugust, Andrew Wentz, Asher Williams, Brynn Copinga, Callie Lipson, Dylan Galen, JamesSteele, Miles Bauer, Niklas Tognina, Paxton Cichos, and WilliamYoungtok
Honorable Mention: Kendall Kanarowski
Kendall tore her ACL in December and has committed her season to her physical therapy. I know she will be ready for next season and I look forward to having her back full time.
2019–2020 will be a season we all remember for a long time. I’m thankful to everyone for making it a successful season.
Despite the fact that our competition season was cut short due to the pandemic, Rowmark Ski Academy had a great season and many successful races regionally and nationally. Most importantly, our teams exhibited tremendous work ethic, camaraderie, and teamwork throughout the season for which the coaches are very proud.
New Value Statement
We are very proud of our team for creating and living up to our new Rowmark value statement—Teamwork, Balance, and Determination—throughout the season. This statement was created over a series of team workshops this fall.
Teamwork = Kindness and Sportsmanship
Balance = Academic and Athletic Excellence
Determination = Effort and Resilience
Utah Olympic Park
The addition of the Utah Olympic Park (UOP) Alpine Expansion Project as another training venue for our program has been the single most important development in my many years at Rowmark Ski Academy. I want to again extend a huge thank you to our generous donors who helped make this project a reality. We now have a dedicated training arena to extend our season—one that provides quality snow surface and a variance of terrain, while at the same time increasing our training volume. When combined with our longtime venues at Park City Mountain Resort, we now have all the spaces to train at the highest level. It is a game changer for the enjoyment, progression, and security of all of our Rowmark teams, as well as for the growth and prosperity of ski racing in our community for years to come. Rowmark has been very excited to partner with Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation (UOLF), Park City Ski and Snowboard, and the University of Utah on this critical project, and we want to thank Colin Hilton and his UOLF staff for their vision, leadership, and commitment to this initiative.
Here is a wrap-up of our competition highlights from each of the winter months.
December 2019
Our Rowmark teams completed their first competitions of the year in December with outstanding performances, including several top-10 results and a few very impressive victories. We are equally as proud of the Rowmarkers who are in the first years of their age groups, thereby starting at the back of the pack in these early races and battling their way up the start list as the season progresses.
At the World Cup level, US Ski Team member and Rowmark alum Alice McKennis ’08 completed another successful comeback from major injury to take her ninth top-10 finish in the downhill at Lake Louise, Canada. Recent graduate Katie Hensien ’18, now skiing for the US Ski Team and University of Denver, captured her third NorAm victory and two more top-fives at Nakiska, Canada, in the slalom (SL). At the same races, Madison Hoffman ’18 scored two top-six finishes and two U21 podiums as well.
At the regional FIS level, senior Eliza Hodgkins had her finest FIS race to date, with an eighth at the Western Region FIS races in the first SL at Snow King, Wyoming, while sophomore Mary Bocock was 10th in the second SL and ninth in the third SL. Then Mary topped those results with a sixth place in SL at the Steamboat FIS races the following week.
Mary’s younger sister and freshman Elisabeth Bocock was not to be outdone, with several great races, including a victory and two second-place finishes at the USSA Intermountain Division races at Snow King just before Christmas. Elisabeth also took the Series Overall Award. Eighth grader Molly Friedman had an outstanding series of her own, with a 10th, ninth, fifth, and fourth, while freshman Arden Louchheim skied her way into 9th place in the final SL race. For the boys, sophomore Jack AbuHaidar led the way with a sixth and ninth in giant slalom (GS), while eighth grader Alan Dugan popped into 10th in the final SL race.
In the Western Region U16 Performance Series at Mission Ridge, the highest level of U16 regional racing, sophomore Ford Hodgkins skied onto the GS podium in third, while freshman Harry Hoffman took the victory in GS.
January 2020
Rowmark had a great weekend of racing (and powder skiing!) at the Jackson Hole IMD Open Wes Barron Memorial 3 Super-Gs January 10–12. The boys and girls raced to several top-15 finishes, including a rare podium sweep in the last boys race—with Harry Hoffman first, Jack AbuHaidar second, and Ford Hodgkins third! Harry also won the second race and was second in the first race, taking the Overall Series Title for the weekend. Ford was third in all three races. Preston Bolus was fifth in the first race, while Jack added a ninth and 10th, Ian Hanrahan had a 10th and 11th, and U19 Mason Schlopy continued his steady progress with a 14th. For the girls, first-year U16s Elizabeth Bocock skied to a ninth and Molly Friedman earned an impressive 14th.
Our Rowmark U19 team earned many impressive top-15 results against the region’s top SL and GS skiers at the Western Region FIS Elite 2SL/2GS races at Big Sky January 9–14. For the boys, Alessandro Gandini had a fifth, seventh, 10th, and 15th, while Carter Louchheim also clawed his way onto the first page with a seventh and 14th. For the girls, Mary Bocock earned a sixth, eighth, and 13th, while Ellie Nichols skied to an impressive sixth in the final GS and had two other top-20 finishes. Eliza Hodgkins and Bridget Lennon each had a top 20 of their own as well.
The Rowmark U16 Team had their first of three IMD Qualifier races of the season January 24–26, where they went head to head with 150 racers from across the Intermountain Division, all vying to qualify for the Western Region Championships in March.
For the boys, Harry Hoffman dominated the weekend by winning all three races. Also finding the podium was Ford Hodgkins, with a third place in GS. Ian Hanrahan had a great weekend as well, with a seventh in GS and fifth in SL, while Frank Stearns cracked into the top-10 with a ninth in SL, along with Preston Bolus, who was 10th in GS. Skiing with a broken thumb, Jack AbuHaidar clawed his way to 11th in GS, while eighth grader Matt Siegal had a breakthrough race with a 15th in SL.
For the girls, Elisabeth Bocock continued her impressive season with a third place in GS and a victory in the first SL. Molly Friedman had two strong races with an 11th in GS and 12th in SL.
Our teams exhibited tremendous work ethic, camaraderie, and teamwork throughout the season for which the coaches are very proud.
Our Rowmark FIS Team divided and conquered, with two different race trips in late January. Coaches Ker and Graham and seven U19s made the trek to Schweitzer, Idaho, for the Western Region FIS Elite 2DH/2SG series, with several top-10 finishes in challenging snowy conditions. For the girls, Ellie Nichols raced to a fourth and 10th; Eliza Hodgkins earned a fifth, seventh, and eighth; first-year U19 Dagny Brickson had a breakout series with a sixth, eighth, and ninth; and Bridget Lennon skied to a sixth and ninth of her own. For the boys, CarterLouchheim charged to a sixth and eighth in super-G (SG), and Ale Gandini finished the series strong with a ninth in the last SG race. Dagny and Eliza also each won the Hard Charger Award—Dagny in downhill (DH) #1 and Eliza in DH #2—which goes to the competitor with the biggest move up the results sheet compared to their start position each day.
Meanwhile, Coach Lauren and three U19 girls cruised over to the Colorado Ski Cup FIS 2GS in Steamboat, Colorado. Mary Bocock led the way with an eighth and ninth against steep competition, including a handful of the best NCAA college skiers in the country.
February 2020
Our Rowmark Team competed in the IMD U16 Super-G Qualifier/U19 Open Races February 7–9 at Snowbasin with determination, teamwork, and several personal bests. Elizabeth Bocock had a great weekend, with a first, second, and fourth. Arden Louchheim had an excellent race on Saturday with a 10th, and Molly Friedman finished the series strong, coming in 13th in the final race. For the boys, Harry Hoffman continued to show his excellent form with two seconds and a third; Ford Hodgkins also made his way to the podium with a third; IanHanrahan was impressive with a fifth, 14th, and 14th; Jack AbuHaidar was very fast and consistent with a seventh, eighth, and 10th; Preston Bolus had a fine weekend with a seventh, 11th, and 14th; while MasonSchlopy cracked onto the first page with a 12th.
Mary Bocock, in her first year of FIS racing, had her first opportunity to compete at the NorAm level in SL and GS February 4–12 in Collingwood, Ontario, and Whiteface, New York, against the top FIS racers in the US and Canada. Mary started near the back of the pack in the 70s–80s and consistently finished in the 30s–40s. Even more impressive is that Mary finished in the top-two twice, top-three twice, and top-four once, for all first-year FIS athletes competing in the races.
At the same time, the rest of our FIS Team raced in the Bryce Astle Memorial WR FIS Elite 2GS/2SL Series at Park City and Snowbird, competing against a deep field from the entire Western Region. Breaking into the top 30 were Ellie Nichols with a 22nd, Mary Clancy with a 24th and 29th, and Eliza Hodgkins with a 25th.
The Rowmark U16s competed in their final qualifier races of the season in Sun Valley, Idaho, February 21–23. Harry Hoffman again led the way with a 1st and 2nd in GS and 1st also in SL, which earned him the Laura Flood Memorial overall series trophy. Jack AbuHaidar skied to a career-best podium finish with a third as well as an eighth in GS. Ian Hanaran was close behind, with a sixth in GS and a sixth in SL. For the girls, Molly Friedman cracked into the top 10 with a ninth in SL.
Qualifying for the U16 Western Region Championships to be held in Schweitzer, Idaho, March 11–14 were HarryHoffman, Ian Hanrahan, Jack AbuHaidar, Ford Hodgkins, Frank Stearns, Preston Bolus, Matt Siegal, Elisabeth Bocock, Molly Friedman, and Arden Louchheim.
Five of our Rowmark U19s competed in the prestigious US National Junior Alpine Championships February 24–28 at Snowbasin: Ale Gandini, Carter Louchheim, Mary Bocock, Bridget Lennon, and Ellie Nichols. In the super-G, Mary rocketed from the 41st start position onto the podium into third place! After a DNF in GS, Mary also had a great SL race, with a 10th place finish. Bridget and Ale both cracked into the top 30, with Bridget 28th in the super-G and Ale 29th in SL. Carter had two solid races with a 37th in super-G and 42nd in GS.
The Women’s Open FIS 2SL at Snowbird and Men’s FIS GS/SL National Performance Series races at Snowbasin were contested directly after the National Junior Championships. For the women, Eliza Hodgkins had two breakout SL races, with fourth and fifth place finishes! Mary Bocock continued her solid string of races with a sixth and 15th. Ellie Nichols (with a 23rd), Mary Clancy (with a 26th), Dagny Brickson (with a 34th and 38th), and Charlotte Altman (with a 37th) all significantly improved from their start positions in the deep field. At the Men’s NPS GS races, Ale Gandini and Carter Louchheim also moved way up from their start positions, with Ale finishing 24th and Carter in 36th against the best U19–21s from across the US.
March 2020
Due to the pandemic, racing came to a grinding halt in mid-March with the cancellation of the remainder of the ski season nationwide, including many of the championships and all of the spring series races. However, the first half of March was action-packed, with many impressive Rowmark performances.
The U19s raced March 7–11 at Sun Valley FIS Open Series. Eliza Hodgkins kept her momentum going from her previous races, roaring onto the podium into second place in the first slalom race as well as an eighth in GS. Also cracking into the top 20 were Bridget Lennon with a 16th and Dagny Brickson with a 14th, 20th, and 20th. For the boys, Carter Louchheim had a great SL race in fifth, while Ale Gandini stepped up with an eighth and 11th.
It turned out that the last races of the season were the Western Region U16 Championships at Schweitzer, Idaho. Rowmark was proud to qualify 10 athletes to represent the Intermountain Division Team: Elisabeth Bocock, Arden Louchheim, Molly Friedman, Jack AbuHaidar, Harry Hoffman, Ford Hodgkins, Ian Hanrahan, PrestonBolus, Frank Stearns, and Matt Siegal.
For the girls, Elisabeth Bocock led once again, with fourth and sixth in the super-G, and onto the podium with a third place in GS. Arden Louchheim also had standout performances, with a 12th in SG and 21st in GS.
For the boys, Jack AbuHaidar broke through and surprised many by taking the victory in the first super-G! HarryHoffman skied to sixth and seventh in super-G, and 10th in GS, while Ford Hodgkins was 13th and 14th in super-G and seventh in GS, and Ian Hanrahan was 11th in GS. Unfortunately, as Rowmark has a very strong U16 SL team poised to land on the podium, the SL race was canceled.
April 2020
Qualifying out of the Regionals to the prestigious U16 National Championship, which was to be held April 1–5 in Sugarloaf, Maine, before being canceled, were Elisabeth Bocock, Arden Louchheim, Harry Hoffman, and FordHodgkins.
The Rowmark Spring Awards Banquet, originally slated for April 30, is postponed (TBA). We are looking forward to honoring deserving Rowmarkers with our annual awards when the time comes.
Italian born Alessandro (Ale) Gandini joined our school and ski academy team for his senior year. Ale is a strong student and an elite ski racer who has proven very quickly to be a great teammate as well. He is quickly integrating into our team and rapidly increasing his English fluency. Ale was gracious enough to allow me to interview him about his upbringing, his choice to attend our school and ski program, and his experience so far.
Where were you born and raised?
I was born in Venice, Italy. I grew up in Treviso until I was five years old and then our family moved to Cortina.
Do you have siblings?
I have two brothers: Enrico, who is 16 years old, and Clemente, who is 12 years old. They are both ski racers.
How long have you been skiing?
I have been skiing since I was five years old and ski racing since I was eight as part of the Sci Club Cortina. The ski club is organized by age and is mostly based on having fun and freeskiing at the younger ages with some gate training. Then I joined Sci Club Drusce this past season which gave me a big boost and really helped my technique and tactics to be even more competitive.
Did you play other sports?
Yes, I played ice hockey from five until fourteen years old. When it became too difficult to do both ski racing and hockey, I chose ski racing.
How did you get interested in Rowmark?
I heard about it from a friend of my parents, who described a place in Utah that had a school with a great combination of academics and ski racing, so they looked into it and I applied.
Have you ever been to the United States before your arrived in August?
Yes, once in 2004 at three years old I went to Miami with my family, but I was too young to remember it.
How is Utah different from where you grew up in Italy?
Utah is a place with a big city, but not huge, that also has all the facilities and mountain slopes where you can reach everything so fast and everything is so close. It feels like the center of the US. You can do everything here.
Italy is a wonderful place where everything is also close. Every corner has a particular story and a lot of history everywhere you go. Venice is two hours away from Cortina, Bologna is four and a half hours, and Milan is five hours. Innsbruck, Austria, is also close, about three hours.
How is the food here?
It is so different. Much more variety than where I come from. The burgers are so good here, especially with bacon! In Italy you eat Italian food and maybe sushi sometimes.
How is your school in Italy different from Rowland Hall?
In Italy I went to a public school with no connection between sport and academics. There were some good teachers who really helped, but most didn’t understand the time and commitment to do sport at a high level. At Rowland Hall there is a lot more support, but you still need to do your best and work hard. Then it works well.
Is Rowland Hall difficult for you so far?
It’s harder than my Italian school but the organization is much better. It is tough to stay on time with assignments. I can’t be lazy anymore.
How was it to go back to Italy in late September for the Italy Rowmark ski camp?
It was emotional at first. My good Italian friends were only three hours away and I was able to see them one night. Being with an American team in Italy was a pleasure. My friends realized that I was skiing with Americans and they said that was so cool. They know of Salt Lake City and Park City because of the 2002 Olympics. Many Italians know how good the skiing is in Utah.
What are your academic goals?
One thing that is very interesting for me is skiing for a US college with strong academics, possibly Williams or Dartmouth. Another possible goal is going back to a college in Switzerland or Italy. At those schools I would be able to enter the University FIS races but it would be on my own. I don’t know yet, but a US college is very interesting to me because I can continue to pursue both academics and ski racing like I can here at Rowmark and Rowland Hall.
What are your skiing goals?
Reaching the World Cup is a dream. The real dream is racing the World Alpine Ski Championships in my home town, Cortina, in 2021, or in the Olympics in Bormio/Cortina in 2026. Even forerunning these events would be amazing. Another goal is being part of the Italian Army ski team. You have to be very good to make this team, between 30–40 FIS points.
What is your best experience so far over the first three months you have been in the United States?
A long weekend in New York three weeks ago was unbelievable. I went there with some Italian friends of my family who live in Sweden and spend a lot of time in New York because of business. It is huge, spinning around, alive. Mountains of buildings. Great to visit but I can’t see myself living there.
How is your host family?
They are lovely. They include me in everything and give me a lot of support. It has been fantastic. I feel like I am part of the family. The bond will last a long time.
Any difficult experiences so far since you have been in the United States?
Nothing yet! One thing is my first CrossFit workout with my host family at 5:45 am and it was overwhelming and really hard. I hadn’t eaten yet; I wasn’t in the best shape. It was a tough experience. Then afterward the Rowland Hall shower before school was cold!
What are you looking forward to this school year experience?
I want to bring from the United States back to Italy something that will last a long time: good values, taking as many good things as possible, and bringing them back to my country, but not to gain too much weight!
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