Welcome to the Team, Justin & Patty!
Please give a Big Dog welcome to our newest members of the CVA Team. Their talents, energy, and passion have already started to make an impact on our students and community. Meet Justin Ellis, Snowboard Development Coach, and Patty Churchill, Food Services.
Justin Ellis joins CVA as a Snowboard Development Coach, bringing several years of experience leading and developing young riders. For the past four years, he was the Head Coach for the University of Maine at Farmington Freeski and Snowboard Team, where he coached multiple national champions.
A Level 100 certified snowboard coach, Justin is deeply invested in Maine’s snowboard community. He has spent countless hours supporting terrain park development at Spruce Mountain and previously worked on the park crew at Sugarloaf. Passionate about the value of small mountains in athlete progression, he continues to champion local hills as key spaces for growth and creativity in the sport.
When he’s not on snow, Justin enjoys spending time with his wife, running, skateboarding, filming edits with friends, and exploring new mountains.
Patty Churchill is the newest Food Services team member who brings energy, a love for cooking, and a team-first spirit. Born and raised in Massachusetts, Patty moved to Maine in 2003 and has called it home ever since. When she’s not keeping our athletes fueled, you’ll find her snowmobiling the trails or cooking up something delicious at home.
We couldn't be more excited to have Justin and Patty on board. Whether they're shaping the next generation of snowboarders or keeping our athletes well-fed and energized, they bring heart, skill, and enthusiasm to everything they do. Welcome to the team, Justin and Patty!
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