This week at Windells Academy, we wanted to put one of our recent graduates, Diva Helmy, in the spotlight. Diva is living the life. As a freshman at the University of Vermont, she couldn’t be happier with her college decision. Diva took some time out of her busy schedule to catch up with us and share some of her hard earned wisdom.
Session 1 Is Underway!
June 8, 2011 By
Camp is in session and riders Nial Romanek, Will Bateman and Johnny Lazz have helped us kick off the summer. Despite some variable weather everyone is excited about getting to ride Mt. Hood in June with tons of snow coverage.
Denver Big Air
February 6, 2011 By
This was what it looked like atop the scaffolding at the Denver Big Air. Windells Academy Student Easton Gilman was one of the 10 riders from the US to be invited to compete on January 26th. Easton was able to make it through the qualifying rounds and advance to finals.
Finals consisted of each rider getting 3 hits. Here’s Eastons first, a backside double rodeo 900. Not bad for being 16.
Easton on the monitor spinning a FS720 and to the left getting advice from another rider and Academy coach Miah Wheeler.
Eastons final trick was a FS10, he didn’t quite get it clean but the TV cameras didn’t seem to mind! Easton ended up finishing the event in 7th place with Rocco Van Straten in 1st, Zak Stone in 2nd and Michael Macho in 3rd.
Killington Dew Tour Gets a “Wild Card”
January 24, 2011 By
Killington, VT set the stage for the second stop of this year’s Winter Dew Tour. At this competition Windells Academy student, Nick Goepper was the “wild card” who showcased his skills against the industry’s top skiers and landed the 3rd place podium for men’s freeski slope finals.
Bobby Brown takes 1st,Elias Ambuhl in 2nd and Goepper takes 3rd!
Nick Goepper Visits Mount Snow Gromfest
January 19, 2011 By
Windells Academy student Nick Goepper visited Mount Snow this week to help out with the Skills Enhancement Camp, presented by Mount Snow, Windells Academy, and the Matterhorn Inn. Mount Snow’s Grom Fest was a huge success and Nick was there to give a helping hand. The event was sponsored by Dalbello Ski Boots, Marker, Smith Optics, and two of Nick Goepper’s own sponsors, Volkl and Under Armour. “It’s very cool to be able to inspire and give back. Nick looks so big, but he’s really not so much older than some of them!” said David Currier of Smith Optics. High fives all around to the Groms for flying down the mountain, Nick Goepper for giving some expert tips, and the sponsors for making the event a success!
Leading Lady: Nicole McNulty
January 18, 2011 By
Nicole McNulty of Windells Academy has been hard at work traveling and competing in Rev Tour, USASA events and most recently the Burton AM where she placed 3rd in half pipe! As one of our top students and upcoming athlete, Nicole has earned herself a role as one of our leading ladies. Nicole sat with us for an interview to talk about competitions, skating, the future, and what songs on her playlist get her stoked to ride.
Windells Academy: Nick Geopper gets 3rd at North Face Open
January 14, 2011 By
The first stop for the North Face Open at NorthStar, Tahoe showcased skiing’s top and upcoming rider’s including our very own, Nick Goepper! Goepper proved he can ride with the best of them, competing against Windells coaches, Ben Moxham and Nick Martini for a chance to qualify in the upcoming X Games. With a score of 91.00, Geopper earned himself a 3rd place spot on the podium and some extra cash. Congratulations, Nick! Be sure to keep an eye on Goepper in the North Face series and upcoming competitions!
Geopper gets third!
Yea Nick!
Summer Coach Mike Hornbeck
January 12, 2011 By
By far – my favorite edit from this past summer. Mike was on fire!
Mike Hornbeck. Summer 2010… from Windells on Vimeo.
“WHERE IN THE WORLD ARE YOUR WINDELLS STICKERS?” – WINNER!
January 9, 2011 By
Sorry for the delay folks! We recently wrapped up our Holiday Camp Session which was super fun and ended up losing track of time! Now as promised there is a winner to the “where in the world are your Windells sticker” contest. For those of you just checking in this was a contest to submit the most unique and creative place you have put one of your beloved Windells stickers. The winner will be receiving a box full of Windells goodies!
Be sure to stay up-to-date with the Windells Blog for all sorts of news, contests and camp updates!
Finally, the winner of the “where in the world are your Windells stickers” contest…for being creative and defacing their parent’s dictionary…Nick Gates!
Check out some of the other submissions below!
Dedication.
“Whatcha lookin’ at!”
Merry Christmas!
Thank you to all that participated! If you want to get a hold of some new Windells Stickers please feel free to email us your name and address and send it to info@windells.com
Faculty Feature: Catherine Coulon
January 6, 2011 By
As the Windells Academy English teacher, Catherine Coulon knows a thing or two about both literature and skateboarding. In the second part of our “Faculty Feature” we’d like to introduce you to the skateboarder, traveler and educator that is Catherine Coulin and share the experiences that have brought her to Windells Academy.
Windells Academy Teacher: Catherine Coulin
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