Director of BC Snowboard and entered into a Provincial series in March of 2018. I was excited and terrified all at once. I peed my pants a little in that first race.. I knew I was in the right place.

I spent middle school and high school playing more accessible sports. Basketball was my favorite. I was able to travel to Lake Louise, AB, to snowboard on some weekends, but I remained cautious; in fear of getting injured and not being able to play ball anymore.

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I was the eldest competitor at this event, and the younger girls were fierce. I placed 1st in race #1 and 2nd in race #2. The coach that mentored me here, suggested I compete in the Western Canadian Championships the following week. It was there that I saw what the sport was REALLY like. Specialized race boards, coaches brushing wax out of boards seconds before heats were dropping, and Olympic athletes from the 2018 Winter Games.

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I placed second last... BUT I got to watch the racing and see, feel, and hear the intensity first-hand. I also met a coach who has played a key role in my personal-development, on and off the SBX track. I didn't know who they were at the time, however, I admired the way they critiqued the athlete's ability. I was drawn to their constructive criticism and apparent knowledge of the sport.