October 29, 2009

Crimson Alums Seek Olympic Glory

The following article appeared in the October 29 issue of the Harvard Crimson.

 

By KATE LEIST
Crimson Staff Writer

It’s a dream all little girls share—to one day grow up and become the athlete, actress, or singer they’ve always admired. Not so long ago, five little girls were lacing up their skates and dreaming about playing Olympic hockey.

Now all grown up, those five Harvard alums—Jennifer Botterill ’02-’03, Angela Ruggiero ’02-’04, Julie Chu ’06-’07, Caitlin Cahow ’07-’08, and Sarah Vaillancourt ’08-’09—have the chance to once again make that dream a reality.

As the 2010 Vancouver Games approach, the women—all veterans of at least the 2006 Olympics—are hoping to get another chance to represent their countries on the biggest athletic stage of all.

Complete article can be accessed via the Crimson Web site by clicking here.