Lake City High School Athlete of the Month: Christina Carlson

Christina “Nina” Carlson, a junior at Lake City High School, has used her love of sports as a way to gain confidence and develop a strong work ethic.

“One of my biggest challenges has been confidence in all situations, but I now find that my confidence comes with aggressiveness and that there is no reason for me to lack confidence with all of the work I have put in,” she said.

Sports have also given her an optimistic outlook when working out during practice or playing the game.

“Every practice and game is a new chance to compete and beat the opponent … and I enjoy finding new ways to beat them even though they are also improving,” Nina said.

Nina has lettered in volleyball and basketball since freshman year while maintaining a 4.1 GPA. She is also the starting forward for the club basketball team, North Idaho Elite. As if she’s not doing enough, she also participates in the mentoring program at LCHS. Sports has taught her that talent alone won’t carry her far without hard work.

“I’ve noticed that the most successful players aren’t necessarily the most naturally gifted athletes when they were younger but are the ones that worked the hardest and persevered through challenges,” she said.

With college two years away, Nina is unsure of her plans although she knows that sports will be a part of it. Eventually, she’d like to incorporate sports into her career by becoming a coach, an injury prevention specialist, fitness trainer or nutritionist.

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