Su Valley skiers compete at Hatcher Pass

Su Valley skiers met the school district competition at the Borough Championships on Valentine’s Day.  The 8.4 K classic race was held at the base of Hatcher Pass.  Terrain was extremely challenging, containing a long 2-K uphill climb and steep downhill run with sharp turns.  Skiers skied the course twice. 

Su Valley didn’t field a men’s team due to illnesses, but skiers who participated skied well.  Leading the team was Ian Mannix, who came in third, missing second place by 3 seconds.  He kept pace with the winner, Duney Strickland, in a tight and exciting exchange of places throughout the race.  Tyler Figley came in 22^nd in a  field of 45 skiers, having a solid race.  He was followed by teammate Gus Shoulders, who placed 42^nd.

Su Valley’s lone girl, Morgan Michels, skied to 13^th place out of 42 girls.  Although she didn’t crack the top 10, she skied a strong race and was the first freshman girl to finish.

The Ski team heads to region championships next weekend.

Submitted by Coach Karen Mannix