Posted: Nov 18, 2020
The student-athlete experience at Lake Forest College is more than just practice and competition, and this year extends across the country and, in some cases, around the world. Forester teams are like families and their members support each other and the community in numerous ways.
This fall, student-athletes at the College are attending classes remotely, finding ways to keep in touch with one another, and continuing to be active and successful Foresters. The "Highlights from Home" series gives them an opportunity to share their experiences.
Senior guard Kelsey Burton sent in the following update on the women's basketball team.
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With time getting closer to us returning to campus, we all have been preparing in different ways. Most of us have jobs and are busy, but we all have managed to work out and stay in shape for the upcoming season. Some go to the gyms that are open nearby and others do at-home workouts. |
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Sophomore Katie Neher has picked up a new hobby, skateboarding (pictured). She also has been practicing her basketball skills by playing pickup at the Y on Tuesday and Thursday Mornings. |
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When asked about what they are most excited about being on campus for the first time, all of the freshmen had their own ideas. Annie Pulaski said, "so what I'm looking forward to most about being in person is getting to be on campus (physically) as a college student. I also can't wait to meet my classmates and teammates!" Brooke Johnson, Maurissa Edwards, Abigail Pribble, and Olivia Malada are most looking forward to being on campus and meeting new people, as well as finally being able to be around and hang out with their new teammates in person. |
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Sophomore Annie Lally and juniors Ely Dobrodt, Kara Schoenlein, and Maddie Glennon have been working a ton and working out as much as they can. |
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Delaney Sjong and I keep in contact every day to make sure our team is well prepared for the upcoming season, as well as preparing for internships and job searches. |
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Katie Fagan has been in Lake Forest for a while now, but she is looking forward to having her teammates around and being able to socialize with them in person. |
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We have biweekly zoom team calls to keep up to date with what is going on and to prepare for a successful season. |
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We all facetime and text each other and keep in touch as much as we can during these busy times. Staying connected is very crucial since we are not in person. |
| - Kelsey |
