Braving The Cold At U-32

by Will Earle

Yesterday morning about 10 MUHS and Vergennes Nordic members, braving temperatures far below forcast, met at MUHS to depart for the race at U-32, near Montpelier. The normal team numbers took a dip with the temperatures, as numerous skiers dealt with conflicting obligations. The bus ride there was a flash back to the days of tiny high school nordic teams. The beautiful U-32 course, which meanders throughout the woods and grounds of the school, was a bit soft, which, when coupled with wax meant for much warmer snow, made for a slow day. However everyone present performed well. Will Earle got 10th overall, followed by Zander Carver and Nate Peterson in 26-27 places respectively. On the girls side Eliza Carver placed 21 followed right behind by Vergennes skier, Ellen Watkins, in 22 place. Dominque Powers followed them, finishing 27th. A special highlight should also be noted, that Will Conlon, a freshmen on the MUHS team, had his first varsity race and placed 41. An Outstanding job for a first time varsity racer. Overall coach Chas Lyons was thrilled at how well everyone performed, especially in light of the many absences.

Will Earle is  sophomore at Middlebury Union High School.