Club and Academy Newsletter

March 15,  2007 - Volume 7 - 06/07

 

 

 

 

BBTS BWL Championship Team Members and Coaches after being named BWL Team Champs for Men and Women and winning the Overall Title at Gunstock this past weekend. 

Freestyle JO’s-F2 Aerial podium, from left to right, Alissa Pinkoski-Silver, Sophia Schwartz-Gold, Tiffany Davenport-Bronze.

 

 

 

Table of Contents

  • CEO Corner
  • Academy Corner
  • Academy Corner-From the History Department
  • Alpine Corner
  • Freestyle Corner
  • Snowboard Corner
  • Development and Communications Corner
  • Upcoming Events and Competitions at Waterville Valley

 

 

 

CEO Corner-From the Desk of Peter Stokloza

 

 

 
  • Over the past weekend I was lucky enough to attend the Junior III Olympics at Stratton Mountain, VT.  The goals and dreams of our young athletes were all on the line.  We had commendable finishes from athletes like Jamie Crane-Mauzy who skied to a bronze medal in the slalom, and all ten athletes gave a great effort.  The event reminded me how brutal and unforgiving our sport can be especially to the minds and hearts of our young athletes.  We need to all keep the perspective that its in this journey our athletes are taking that will ground them in the future as athletes, students and members of society.  Whether a rough course or a pre-releasing ski halters a great performance, keep in mind the effort is always the most important and inspiring part of competition.

 

  • Our athletes and coaches have done a great job! I believe in, endorse and respect the training and racing process our athletes are going through.  Our philosophy of training is working and can been affirmed by the results of the BWL championships, JIII JO’s, Freestyle Eastern Championships, the snowboard rail jam results and results at JII Nationals.  Our athletes are all on the podium at these prestigious events!

 

  • With that in mind, it is my humble opinion that we need to keep searching for new and innovative training methods that will give our alpine, freestyle and snowboard competitors a better chance of reaching their individual goals.  Congratulations to every alpine, freestyle and snowboard competitor that puts it on the line and takes the risk to achieve greatness. We commend and applaud your efforts!

 

Sincerely,

 

Pete

 

 

 

 

Academy Corner-From the Desk of Gary Benedix

 

 

 

 

  • Only two weeks of classes left!  Friday, March 30, 2007, is our last day of classes and the dorm will close on Sunday, April 1st.  All students must be moved out by Sunday afternoon to allow staff to clean and maintain the dorm.

 

  • It is my pleasure to announce that the Headmaster’s banquet has been scheduled for Thursday, March 29th, and will be held at the Diamond’s Edge North in Town Square.  Chef Mike Lewko has prepared an excellent menu that will set the stage for a great evening.  I would like to thank John and Tina Howard, the owners of Diamond’s Edge North, who have given us the opportunity to honor our student athletes here in Waterville Valley in such a fine fashion.  I am in hopes that by now all our WVA parents and students have received their invitations in the mail and will return their responses on or before the 22nd.  If you have any questions, please give us a call at my office, 603-236-4246.

 

  • When you are in Town Square, please stop by the Rey Center, next to the post office, and take a few moments to view the WVA student art on display.  I stopped by on Sunday and was amazed by the talent that our students, your daughters and sons, have demonstrated through their art.  This work will only be in Waterville Valley for a short time, after which, on March 17th, it will travel to the Children’s Hospital at Dartmouth, where it will remain on display for the next six months.  Sarah Heidenis and Melissa Brothers, our devoted art teachers, put in many extra hours to make this happen and continue to inspire our students to do their very best.  We appreciate the graciousness of the Rey Center and the Children’s Hospital for giving us the opportunity to participate.

 

  • The process is underway for next year’s admissions.  Returning student forms have been mailed to all of this year’s student athletes, except the graduating seniors.  Some seniors may be considering a post graduate year at WVA.  We have a rolling admissions policy but, considering the limited space, it is important to get your application in early.  Please contact Kimberly Berman, Director Admissions, to answer any question or to set up a visit.

 

 

 

 

Academy Corner-From the History Department

 

 

 

 

  • The social studies department is comprised of eleven conscientious teachers: Bob Beeman, Carl Blackstone, Cindy Bland, Bruce Brincklow, Ben Craven, Jim Dill, Nick Frye, Jim Harkens, Peg Hendel, Brendan Malloy and Nicole Powell.

 

  • A wide variety of courses are taught: American studies, U.S. history, world history, religion, economics, marketing, geography, sociology, psychology, philosophy, law. This diversity makes it interesting for the teachers. And the variety of experiences of the teachers is a blessing to the students.

 

  • Courses are presented within the context of an understanding of each student's learning style. Lesson planning includes not only subject matter but also study skills and thinking skills which meet the needs of the students. They appreciate the personal attention given by the teachers=\

 

Bruce Brincklow

Head of the Social Studies Department

 

 

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Alpine Corner-From the Desk of Tom Barbeau

 

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  • As Peter Stokloza just said, Alpine racing is a humbling experience. It takes a certain mental toughness and competitive maturity. At the beginning of this season, Kali St. Laurent went to a race all by herself. She handled everything from the course inspection to the warm-up by herself. She then preceded to win the race by 2 seconds. At the J3 Finals, Drew Stefanic had to take care of himself for both the Slalom and the Giant Slalom. He finished 6th in the GS (2nd in the 2nd run) and was 2nd after the 1st run of the Slalom. These youngsters decided to do what they had been taught to do and took it into their own hands. 

 

  • I watched many different athletes these past weeks at all levels of Championships. Some stepped it up and some had problems. For those who had troubles, I hope it was because they were nervous and just not ready to believe how good they can really be. I sure hope it wasn’t because of coaches or parents. Of all the interviews I have done with our racers over the years I have heard many reasons why athletes race. They love competition, speed, challenge, winning and friends to name a few. I have never heard an athlete say they race because of parents or coaches. (Ask them why they race.)

 

  • As coaches we are with the athletes throughout the full competitive season. We either treat the Championships with the same approach as the other races or we have a special plan. As parents we must support and tell them to work hard. There are no last second pep talks to trick them into winning-that only happens in Disney movies. If the athlete has a passion for the sport then they will figure it out and eventually perform brilliantly.

 

J4/5 RESULTS:

 

J5 FINALS:

Girls GS: 1 MITCHELL, Carter, 6 GEREMIA, Kiki, 10 SMITH, Christina.

Boys GS: 1 MOORE, John, 7 MCKINNON, Ian, 10 BERTRAM, Christopher.

Girls SL: 7 SMITH, Christina.

Boys SL: 1 BERTRAM, Christopher, 6 MOORE, John, 8 ROWE, James.

 

J4 FINALS:

Girls GS: 1 EWANOUSKI, Chloe, 3 MCBOURNIE, Jamie.

Boys GS: 2 VRAHAS, Mark.

Girls SL: 4 MCBOURNIE, Jamie.

Boys SL: 7 SOPER, Clay.

 

Congratulations to Carter Mitchell, Chloe Ewanouski, John Moore and Mark Vrahas for making it to the Sate Championships.

 

Also, congratulations to all of our Finals competitors as we won the Team Trophy.

 

J4 STATE SUPER-G CHAMPIONSHIPS:

J4 Girls: 7 COWIE, Eliza, 10 TODARO, Lindsay.

J4 Boys: 5 BANCROFT, Michael.

 

J5 STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS:

Girls GS: 5 TOMLINSON, Elena, 8 MOSENTHAL, Teagan, 9 CRANE-MAUZY, Jeanee.

Girls SL: 1 TOMLINSON, Elena, 8 CRANE-MAUZY, Jeanee.

Boys SL: 3 MCCROSSAN, Andrew.

 

J4 STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS:

Girls GS: 2 COWIE, Eliza, 6 ANASTASIA, Alice, 8 Todaro, Lindsay

Boys GS: 4 SAMPSON, Michael, 7 BANCROFT, Michael, 10 Ennis, Chase.

Girls SL: 7 TODARO, Lindsay.

Boys SL: 3 BANCROFT, Michael, 4 SAMPSON, Michael,      9 FRENCH, Peter.

 

Congratulations to our BWL Team Champs for both the Men and Women as well as the Overall Title.

 

State Team Members: Elena Tomlinson, Jeanee Crane-Mauzy, Andrew McCrossan, Eliza Cowie (Whistler Shootout), Lindsay Todaro, Mike Sampson, Mike Bancroft.

 

Future Stars: Alice Anastasia, Lindsay Todaro, Mike Bancroft, Mike Sampson

 

Piche Team: Annie D’Elia, Caroline Winslow, Peter French, Chase Ennis, Helen Anderson, Andrew McCrossan, Elena Tomlinson

 

J3 RESULTS:

 

J3 EASTERN FINALS:

Boys GS:  6 Stefanic, Drew

 

J3 JUNIOR OLYMPICS:

Girls SL:  3 Crane-Mauzy, Jamie, 5 Stevens, Chelsea, 19 Daigle, Kerry, 20 Engelhardt, Amanda.

Girls GS: 17 Stevens, Chelsea.

Boys GS:  18 McLaughlin, Brian.

Girls SG: 14 Crane-Mauzy, Jamie, 15 Mosenthal, Nika.

 

J1/2 RESULTS:

 

USSA Lafoley Attitash :

Boys GS: 10 Ewanouski, Kyle.

 

USSA Lafoley Waterville Valley:

Girls GS: 9 Sullivan, Alyssa.

Boys GS: 5 Bryant, Nate.

 

Mass. High School Champs:

Boys GS: 2 Hering, Doug, 9 Bourdeau, Ken.

Boys SL: 11 Hering, Doug, 20 Brick, Tim.

Girls GS: 14 Brick, Emily.

Girls SL: 18 Brick, Emily.

 

NH High School Champs:

Girls GS: 12 Dropkin, Casey.

Girls SL: 9 Dropkin, Casey.

Boys SL: 18 Wright, Devin.

 

J2 Eastern Champs:

Girls SG: 7 Packard, Maddy, 12 McLaughlin, Amy.

Boys SG: 5 Ewanouski, Kyle.

Girls GS: 1 Packard, Maddy.

Boys SL: 12 French, Lenny.

 

J1/2 Eastern Finals:

Girls SL: 5 Sullivan Alys.sa

Boys SL: 7 Quinn, Drew.

Boys GS: 14 Quinn, Drew, 20 Sampson, Tom.

Boys SG: 10 Bolger, Stacey, 13 Storm, Ryan 15 Sampson, Tom 17 Quinn, Drew.

 

J2 NATIONAL CHAMPS:

Girls SL: 8 Packard, Maddy, 10 McLaughlin, Amy, 15 Mosenthal, Kia.

Girls DH: 14 Mosenthal, Kia.

Girls SG: 3 Packard, Maddy, 9 Mosenthal, Kia.

 

IDAHO FIS SERIES:

Girls GS: 17 Ewanouski, Ali.

Girls SL: 6 Ewanouski, Ali, 10 Fucigna, Erin.

Boys SL: 17 Hansen, Neil.

Boys SL: 5 Hansen, Neil ( Congrats, Neil won the second run and overall finished just ahead of Phil Mahre)

 

Here is some WVBBTS alumni news received from alumni parent Heddi Siebel Felix:

 

Dartmouth won the NCAA national championship at Attitash last Saturday. It was the first time Dartmouth truly won(not tied) a championship since the 1950's. It was a team effort by Nordic and Alpine men and women. The top women  alpine racers included BBTS Lindsay Mann (Dartmouth '07) who won the second run of the slalom and 4th place overall.  Alexandra Fucigna was the Dartmouth womens' alpine team captain.

 

 

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Freestyle Corner-From the Desk of Nick Preston

 

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  • The Waterville Valley BBTS Freestyle Team, with a remarkable contribution from our Holderness School contingent, lead the charge towards the Eastern Division securing the 2007 USSA Junior Olympics Divisions Cup. Here’s the rundown of the podiums for our team:

 

    • Half Pipe- March 7, 2007

                        Sophia Schwartz: USSA JO Half Pipe Champion-Overall Gold Medal

                        Alicia Cavanaugh: Silver-F1, 4th overall

                        Scott Nelson: Bronze-M3

 

    • SlopeStyle- March 8, 2007

                        Tiffany Davenport: Silver-F2, 5th Overall

                        Nessa Dziemian: Gold-F4

                        Hans Gardner: Gold-M1, Bronze-Overall

 

    • Moguls-March 9, 2007

                        Sophia Schwartz: Bronze-Overall, Gold-F2

                        Nessa Dziemian: Silver-F4

                        Calli DeGrace: 5th-F2

 

    • Aerials-March 10, 2007

                        Allison Lee: USSA JO Aerial Champion-Overall Gold Medal

                        Alicia Cavanaugh:         Bronze-Overall

                        Sophia Schwartz:          Gold-F2

                        Alissa Pinkoski:            Silver-F2

                        Tiffany Davenport:        Bronze-F2

                        Scott Nelson:    Gold-M3, 5th Overall

                        Cody Bohonnon: Bronze-M2

 

    • Combined:

            Sophia Schwartz: Overall 2007 Junior Olympic Combined Champion-Gold

            Alicia Cavanaugh: Bronze, 2007 Junior Olympic Combined      

 

  • Congratulations to all who participated in the 2007 USSA Junior Olympics, and kudos to our podium athletes. As I write, I’m sitting here with Alicia Cavanaugh, Sophia Schwartz, and Allison Lee, all of us on our way to FIS Junior World Championships in Airolo, Switzerland, and just a little excited. Kayla Snyderman and Dylan Ferguson round out the WV contingent for a total of 5 on the US Junior World Team. I’ll keep you all informed as best I can from abroad.

 

  • From here, we shall compete at US Championships in Killington, VT. The schedule there is Halfpipe 3/22, Moguls 3/23, Aerials 3/24, and Duals 3/25. Please join us, if you can, and cheer on these athletes, our very best.
    • US Team members: Kayla Snyderman, Dave Babic, and Dylan Ferguson
    • Current WV athletes: Sophia Schwartz, Allison Lee, Alicia Cavanaugh, Calli DeGrace, Alissa Pinkoski, Scott Nelson, PJ Beauregard, Reed Snyderman, Paul Sullivan, and Cody Bohonnon

 

 

 

 

Snowboard Corner-From the Desk of Sam Harding

 

 

 

 

NEW HAMPSHIRE OPEN RAIL JAM UPDATE:

 

  • We are pleased to report that the First Inaugural NH OPEN on March 11th, 2007 was a terrific success.  Not only was the event profitable, but it was also a heck of a lot of fun.  There were over 80 participants from WVBBTS, Loon Mountain, Sunapee, Stratton Mountain School, Okemo Mountain School and other resorts from all over New England.  Thanks to our sponsors Eastern Boarder, Joe Jones, Lahout’s, Ski Fanatics, Dekal and Oakley there was tons of product won including 4 snowboards.  

 

  • WVBBTS Snowboard Team members won in the following divisions:

GROMS Boys – Eamon Aldridge 2nd

GROMS Girls – Libby Aldridge 2nd

Girls 15 and under – Danielle Goglia 3rd

Boys 15 and under – Wes Walsh 2nd and Andrew Aldridge 3rd

Women’s Open – Milli Chapman 2nd

Men’s Open – Brandon Reis 1st and Sam Hulbert 2nd

Best Trick – Brandon Reis

 

 

  • Special thanks to all of our parent volunteers, WV staff members and judges.  We are already looking forward to the 2nd Annual NH OPEN and we hope you are too!

 

BBTS YEAR END BBQ AND SNOWBOARD AND MITEY MITES AWARDS CEREMONY:

 

The BBTS Year End Barbeque is Saturday, March 18 next to the Competition Center starting at 11:30 am with Snowboard Awards at 12:15 pm.  Please bring your favorite side dish, salad or dessert.

 

SNOWBOARD YEAR END CELEBRATION:

 

The Snowboard Year End Celebration is on the 24th of March from 4:30 PM to 7:00 at the Silver Fox in Waterville. Please join all of the club and academy snowboard team families for dinner, slideshow, and awards.  THIS WEEKEND (MARCH 18) IS YOUR DEADLINE TO PURCHASE TICKETS.  Tickets will be on sale at the clubhouse during morning drop off and lunch this Saturday 03/17 and Sunday 03/18.   IF YOU ARE NOT IN TOWN THIS WEEKEND MAIL IN YOUR TICKET ORDER AND CHECK FOR RECEIPT BY MARCH 18 TO SHARON SCHMIDT, WVBBTS/SEF, PO BOX 442, WATERVILLE VALLEY, NH   03215.  $12 FOR ADULTS AND KIDS 11 AND OVER AND $10 FOR KIDS 10 AND UNDER.  Hope to see you there.

 

BBTS YEAR END BASH:

 

For all snowboarder families not traveling to Nationals, please join us for the club and academy wide Year End Bash on Saturday, March 31.  See details below.

 

WEEKEND TRAINING PLAN:

 

Regular training schedule is in effect.  9:00 AM start with weekend coaches.

Sam, Bill, and Aaron are at Stratton Mountain for the US Open with the WVA athletes and will see you next weekend.

 

Sincerely,

 

Sam Harding

Snowboard Program Director

 

 

 

 

Development & Communications Corner-From the Desk of Sharon Schmidt

 

 

 

 

  • WVBBTS Annual Giving Campaign-Please help us to reach our Annual Giving Campaign goal by March 31 so that we can celebrate together at the Year End BASH our support of our athletes this season.  Please mail in your Annual Giving Campaign donation by March 24 to enable us to achieve this goal by March 31.  Click here http://www.wvbbts.org/donate_card.pdf for a donor card or simply mail in your check marked Annual Giving Campaign payable to WVBBTS/SEF to the attention of Sharon Schmidt, WVBBTS, PO Box 442, Waterville Valley, NH   03215.

 

  • Wondering how Annual Giving Campaign Proceeds are being spent this season?
    • Salary increases for coaches, faculty and staff
    • Safety fencing, willy bags and safety radios
    • New mens and ladies bathrooms at the Clubhouse
    • Improved cleaning services at the Clubhouse and Competition Center
    • New microwaves for the Clubhouse
    • Additional coach office space
    • Hiring of a snowboard program administrator
    • Interior and exterior maintenance and improvements at Waterville Valley Academy
    • Leasing of a new 9 passenger SUV and significant upgrades to the rental fleet at Waterville Valley Academy

 

  • WVBBTS Alpine Team Apparel Orders-Order and Payment Deadline-Saturday, March 17-Any questions, please give Sharon Schmidt a call at 978-621-8738.

 

  • WVBBTS Photos-Sample photo posters of the WVBBTS Snowboard, Freestyle, Alpine and entire group photo along with the window paned version of the photo poster that shows all of the above groups are on display in the Clubhouse.  The Academy sample photo poster is on display in the Academy.  You can also view the sample posters on line along with ordering them on line at www.pixxlz.com/WVBBTS for $19.99 each (18” x 24”) and order at www.pixxlz.com.

 

  • WVBBTS Year End Activities-Please remember that advance ticket purchases are required by March 18 for the WVBBTS Year End Snowboard Celebration and by March 25 for the Year End BASH.

 

    • Year End BBQ-Saturday, March 24
      • 11:30 am start
      • 12:15 pm Snowboard Awards followed by Mitey Mite Awards
      • We supply the burgers, dogs, buns, chips, cookies, non-alcoholic drinks
      • Please bring a side dish, salad or dessert
      • No charge; no reservations or tickets required

 

    • Year End Snowboard Celebration-Saturday, March 24
      • Silver Fox Inn-4:30 pm-7:00 pm
      • Pasta stations, garlic bread, caesar salad and dessert; BYOB
      • Adults and Kids 11 and older-$12
      • Kids 10 and under-$10
      • Tickets must be purchased in advance by Sunday, March 18-on sale in the Clubhouse at morning drop off and lunchtime on weekends until the above deadline*

 

    • Year End Bash-Saturday, March 31
      • 5:30 pm-9:00 pm
      • Hors d Oeuvres Reception and Buffet; Cash Bar
      • Awards Ceremony and Year End Slide Show
      • Movie and Game Room for the kids
      • Adults and Kids 11 and older-$22
      • Kids 10 and under-$15
      • Tickets must be purchased in advance by Sunday, March 25-on sale in the Clubhouse at morning drop off and lunchtime on weekends until the above deadline*

 

*Not in Waterville to buy tickets???  You can mail your ticket order and check payable to WVBBTS to WVBBTS, PO Box 442, Waterville Valley, NH   03215 for receipt by March 18 for the Year End Snowboard Celebration and by March 25 for the Year End Bash.

 

 

 

 

 

Upcoming Events and Competitions in Waterville Valley

 

 

 

 

  
  • Friday, March 16-MJ’s Race-J1/J2 Alpine GS Race
  • Saturday, March 17-deadline to submit Alpine Apparel Orders and payment
  • Saturday, March 24-Club and Academy Year End Barbeque -11:30 am start next to the Competition Center;   Snowboard Awards Ceremony and Mitey Mites Awards Ceremony starting at 12:15 pm
  • Saturday, March 24-Snowboard Year End Celebration at Silver Fox Inn for the entire Club and Academy Snowboard Team and their families.  We realize many WVBBTS snowboarders will be traveling to Nationals the last weekend of the season and will therefore miss the Year End BASH.  We are having a Snowboard Year End Celebration for all Snowboarders on March 24.  If you are a snowboarder who is not traveling to Nationals we hope you can also join us on Saturday, March 31 for the Year End BASH.
  • Saturday, March 31-Club and Academy Year End Bash at the Waterville Valley Conference Center for all BBTS and WVA families to celebrate the end of a great season;  5:30 pm-9:00 pm