Athlete of the Month – February – James Sowers

James has had 100% perfect attendance over the last 30 days. While he has always been a dedicated athlete, he has stepped up his commitment over the last 12 months. After attending JNs for the first time last year and while also as a SkiMeister (racing both Alpine and Nordic). 

This achievement (100% attendance) is after having a serious crash on roller skis and being out for several weeks with a concussion this past fall. This set his progress back but hard work and dedication have had him steadily improve over the season moving from a mid-pack athlete barely qualifying for JNs last year, to qualifying as a first-year U18 with his December birthday. He also won state championships for Summit High School and is currently Team Summit’s Nordic highest-ranked U18 male. 

James is a great example that even if you have injury, crashes, and "set backs" to the plan — if you show up every day and dedicate yourself to the training, it is possible to accomplish your goals.