West Brattleboro native Willem Thurber has achieved the rare feat of receiving a scholarship to play football for the University of Virginia’s Atlantic Coast Conference team, defying the odds for a Vermont high school player. Making his commitment official on National Signing Day, Thurber, a standout in multiple sports at Brattleboro Union High School and Deerfield Academy, was heavily recruited by several Division I schools before ultimately choosing UVA. Described as a versatile and hard-working player, Thurber is expected to make an impact on the Cavaliers’ team.
In other sports news, Alpine skier Mikaela Shiffrin had a tough weekend at Killington Mountain Resort, where she crashed just moments from securing her 100th win in international competition. Fortunately, Shiffrin’s injuries were not severe, and she will be taking some time to recover before returning to competition. Meanwhile, her teammates with Vermont ties, Paula Moltzan and Nina O’Brien, also experienced ups and downs during the World Cup event.
For those looking for unique holiday gift ideas, the Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department is offering online gift certificates for hunting and fishing licenses, a thoughtful present for outdoor enthusiasts. In bowling news, the Brattleboro Senior Bowling League reconvened for Week 13 of their fall/winter season, with Doris Lake and Milt Sherman leading in high handicap scores. Randy Rigby and Nancy Dalzell also had standout performances during the games.
Overall, it’s been an eventful week in Vermont sports, with local athletes making their mark on the national stage and continuing to showcase the state’s athletic talent.
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