Freshman Collin Varney is quickly establishing himself as leader in the young and developing Lake Region boys’ Alpine Ski Team. 

“On a team with one senior and three incoming freshmen, Colin has been working hard on his technical skills and his confidence in the race course,” Laker Coach Kurt Berger said. “He has been consistent in dry-land training and on-snow practices. His hard work is paying off and we have seen quick progress in his finishes each week. We look forward to Collin’s continued contributions to the team.”  

In recognition of his strong work ethic, determination, commitment and good sportsmanship, Collin is this week’s Boosters and Hancock Lumber “Player of the Week.” Each week, a Lake Region athlete is recognized for his/her dedication (does more than what is asked), work ethic, coachability and academic good standing. Recipients receive a specially-designed t-shirt, sponsored by Hancock Lumber.

Player of the Week

Name: Collin Varney

Year in School: Freshman

Hometown: Bridgton

Parents: Dwayne Varney, Laura Varney

Sports you Play: Skiing, soccer

Q. Why did you choose alpine skiing? I choose it because I wanted to get better at skiing and to be with friends

Q. Complete the following, “I know I’ve had a good meet if…” I feel good about how I did during the meet and when I beat my old time on the last race I had.

Q. What goes through your mind before a big meet? I think about how I want to go through the course and I don’t think too hard about how I want to go through the course.

Q. If things are not going well, what do you do to rebound and clear your mind to be more positive? I usually think about what I can do better and what I should avoid while I’m going down the course. I talk with my teammates to talk about what we should do to do better than last time.

Q. How has sports changed you as a person? It made me more social with others and helped me make new friends.

Q. What is the biggest reward you get from competing in sports? I’ve learned many skills in sports just from playing them.