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Patch Whiz Kid: Zachary Taylor
The Port Chester High School student scored a top-three spot at skiing sectionals and went on to the state championships in Lake Placid last weekend.
Each week, Port Chester Patch will seek suggestions from readers for individual kids, youth groups, teens, and even sports teams that wow us with their accomplishments. We want to hear about these amazing children and teens and select one each week as the Patch Whiz Kid. Submit your nomination in our comment box below or e-mail the information to nik@patch.com.
Here's our story on this week's Whiz Kid:
Zachary Taylor
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Senior at Port Chester High School
Whiz Kid's Accomplishment: Most people hit the ski slopes for leisure, but for Zachary Taylor, skiing is a passion. He competes in the “Super G” (giant slalom) and the slalom. Zachary, a Port Chester native, frequently takes part in skiing competitions across the state. He qualified to participate in the state championship in Lake Placid, NY from March 1-2. Zachary performed well, with a time of 1:53.76:50 on two combined runs.
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Before the state championships, Zachary was awarded a first-place skimeister finish at the Section 1 Championships at Catamount Ski Area this February.
Whiz Kid's Key to Awesomeness: After attending Vermont's OKEMO Ski Academy his sophomore and junior years, Zachary returned to complete his senior year at home to be closer to family and friends. He juggles athletics with academics. He’s enrolled in two Syracuse University Project advanced courses, which allow him to get college credit before he graduates. Zachary is a great example of a well-rounded student-athlete.
