Kam Hodgson and Kate Fortune named Culver Academy Student-Athletes of the month.
Courtesy culverathletics.com
CULVER — Kate Fortune a member of the CMA rowing team is November’s athlete of the month for CGA.
Coach Kerry Hassall says Fortune embodies the spirit of varsity girls rowing.
“Kate brings an infectious energy to every boat and practice she’s a part of, uniting and motivating her teammates with her passion,” Hassall said. “Whenever Kate is not rowing, she is revving up her crew, building excitement for the work we are about to complete.”
On Nov. 2, the girls rowing team competed at the Head of the Hooch Regatta in Chattanooga, TN.
At the regatta, Fortune was a crucial member of the U19 8+ (under-19 eight-person boat). Hassall said the U19 8+ was a competitive category with 90 crews.
Fortune’s crew earned an automatic qualifying spot for next year, a first for Culver in this category.
Hassall also said that before launching for the race, Fortune led the team with a prayer.
“She led it with a powerful, heartfelt message that resonated deeply with all of us,” he said.
Hassall said Fortune’s words were inspiring, natural, and filled with passion, creating a moment they all discussed even hours later because of the energy it gave them all before the race.
“I continue to be inspired by Kate on a regular basis, as she elevates her teammates with her work ethic at practice and in the classroom,” Hassall said. “I am so excited to see what Kate achieves as she dives into winter training, ready for spring racing.”
Kam Hodgson had a big month for the CMA hockey team.
He had:
- 20 goals
- 8 assists
- 28 points
- Heads the U16 team in goals and points
- Scored the game-winning goal in two November games
“Kam has a love and desire for the game,” he said. “He is a driven and passionate player who drives competition in our practices, which is contagious among the team.”
CMA counselor Mike Kershner said Hodgson is a committed individual in several areas.
“He works hard and is confident in his abilities, both in the classroom and on the ice,” Kershner said. “He cares deeply about Culver, Company A, and the hockey program. This shows in his willingness to commit to success in all three areas.”
